
Best Luxury Hotels in Norway
Norway, a place known for its historic past is also filled with modern luxury amongst its natural beauty. With its snowy mountains, beautiful fords and vast forests, Norway is the perfect place for a nature loving traveller seeking adventure and a chance to relax. Visit Oslo and awe at Scandinavian architecture and design or enjoy world-class museums. Then head on a scenic cruise through Geirangerfjord and surround yourself in towering cliffs and stunning waterfalls. Or head north and traverse the Arctic tundra, searching for the Northern Lights. Learn about the cultural heritage of the indigenous Sami people or take advantage of the exclusive wellness resorts and truly relax.
Whether alleviating in luxury accommodation or heading on a thrilling outdoor adventure, Norway has something for every luxury traveller. With accommodation options from apartments in Oslo to retreats in nature, Norway provides everything needed for an incredible trip. Read on to discover our favourite places to stay.

Oslo County, Oslo, Frogner
The Thief

Oslo has everything for the discerning traveller including the Thief Hotel (or Tjuvholmen) which is tucked away in the middle of downtown Oslo and really did used to live up it its name as it was a renowned hideaway for thieves, smugglers and assorted rascals! Today, the stylish boutique hotel is far removed from its murky past and is a top place to get away from it all and luxuriate in the spa and enjoy Norwegian food, great bars and top-of-the-range designer furniture. Tjuvholmen beach is not far away, and the hotel is set on an islet which is connected by a footbridge.

Oslo County, Oslo
Amerikalinjen

The respected headquarters of a former office building dating back to 1919 has been transformed into Amerikalinjen – a stylish boutique hotel in a convenient location; only a minute’s walk from the Jernbanetorget metro station and a 6-minute walk from the Oslo Opera House. The hotel has been designed to accommodate all that the modern explorer desires; with a vibrant vibe and an eclectic mix of modern comfort, Norwegian design and a rich history. Standard rooms through to suites are all as equally stylish with space and vantage point being the key differentiator. There is a great selection of food and drink options including; Pier 42 – the place for guests to immerse themselves in Amerikalinjen’s cocktail culture, whilst the Atlas Brasserie serves breakfast and dinner and Gustav is the Jazz club inspired by the New York Jazz scene. A well-equipped gym is open 24 hours a day for guests to use as they wish and comprises separate zones for weight-training, cardio and yoga or Pilates and unwind after a work-out in the Finnish sauna and heated mosaic beds in the relaxation centre.

Oslo County, Oslo, Frogner
Sommerro

Sommerro is located in the heart of Frogner, a vibrant area in Oslo’s West End and is part of Nordic Hotels & Resorts portfolio. Set within the former headquarters of Oslo Lysverker, the city’s original electrical company, the Art Deco hotel pays homage to a fusion of neoclassical contemporary aesthetics with original historic elements that have been meticulously restored and developed. Sommerro boasts 231 rooms with 56 branded residences, seven restaurants, and bars including a Spanish tapas and wine bar, an exclusive Chef’s table, and a lively cocktail bar inspired by the Roaring Twenties. The hotel will also offer meeting and event spaces with capacity for up to 150 people, a 100-seat gilded theatre, a landmark wellness space with a fully-equipped gym, and the city’s first year-round rooftop pool, sauna, and terrace. It’s more than just a hotel it’s a destination in itself!

Rogaland, Stavanger
Hotel Victoria Stavanger

Whether you choose to stay here or not, you should definitely pay a visit to the Hotel Victoria for a traditional afternoon tea in vintage surroundings. The turn of the 20th-century Neo-Renaissance building was designed by the architect Henry Bucher and had a previous life as the city’s first cinema. It enjoys a prime harbourfront location, with a French vibe, as evidenced most keenly in the cocktail menu. Interconnecting and sea view rooms are available; all have soundproofing and blackout drapes, which, combined with Stavanger’s fresh air, ensure a great night’s sleep.

Rogaland, Stavanger
Thon Hotel Stavanger

Just 20 metres from the Airport Express Coach and 500 metres from the railway station, Thon Hotel is handy for those arriving by public transport. It places you in the heart of the city’s downtown area – ideal if you want to immerse in its nightlife and culture, as well as take some nature-based trips further afield. 147 bedrooms are hypoallergenic, with colourful bold decor; single, accessible and work-friendly rooms are among the categories available, all with rainfall showers and minibars. The hotel also has a gym, a stylish second-floor lounge and a restaurant serving a breakfast buffet, as well as evening meals.

Møre og Romsdal, Ålesund
Hotel Brosundet

Embrace city centre views and atmosphere, with a stay in this stylishly renovated warehouse on the quayside beside the Ålesund Strait. Of its 131 bedrooms, one (Molja, set at the end of the pier a little away from the main building) is a converted lighthouse. All have a rustic, close-to-nature nautical vibe, with typical Scandi minimalism and design and pictures on the walls narrate the story of the building’s past as a boathouse. Apotekergata No. 5 serves local, homemade food indoors and out, while the hotel’s little store sells gourmet products to take home (or on your day’s adventures).

Møre og Romsdal, Skodje
Storfjord Hotel

Stay a little outside of the city in this sustainably-minded boutique eco-lodge, where the 30 rooms are housed in turf-topped wooden cabins. Guests can chill out with a book in the library (where complimentary tea and biscuits are served each afternoon) or in the spa, and dine on four-course feasts in the firelit restaurant, which serves its very own ale. Ideal for outdoorsy types, the hotel provides bikes, snowshoes, walking poles and fishing tackle and you can rent kayaks and fishing boats — then on your return, you can soak in the steaming hot tub, as you gaze at the neighbouring mountain.