FJORDS LIVING – ACCOMMODATION IN THE FJORDS

Read about recommended places to stay overnight in the western fjords in Norway, places that are special and great in different ways. These accommodations have different standards, sizes  and offers, but common to them all is that it is pleasant to stay there and the places are surrounded by beautiful and wild nature.

The overview is devided into the four fjord counties in Western Norway. Read more about the accommodations below, by choosing the fjord county you want to explore and stay in. At the bottom of this page you can also find a map of the four fjord counties where all our recommended accommodations are marked.

 

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MØRE OG ROMSDAL

Møre og Romsdal is the northernmost county in Western Norway. The county is devided into three parts; Nordmøre, Romsdal and Sunnmøre. The most famous fjord is the UNESCO World Heritage protected Geirangerfjord. The Geiranger – Trollstigen and The Atlantic Road National Tourist Routes are two famous road stretches in the county.

 

Lensmansgarden
Lensmansgarden in Innfjorden.

LENSMANSGARDEN – Innfjorden is an old farm in Innfjorden at the inner part of the Romsdalsfjord. The name stems from the 1700s when the sheriff lived on the farm.

Before 2009, Lensmansgarden was managed as both a diary farm and a tourist facility. Since then it has become a dedicated tourist centre.

 

 

Romsdal Lodge in Isfjorden.
Romsdal Lodge in Isfjorden.

ROMSDAL LODGE – Isfjorden is a charming retreat located at the foot of the fabled mountains in Isfjorden in Romsdal.

During both summer and winter this is the perfect starting point for small groups who wish to explore the gentle and wild mountains.

 

 

Monsås Gård at Klungnes
Monsås Gård at Klungnes.

MONSÅS GÅRD – Klungnes is beautifully situated by the Romsdalsfjord, overlooking the majestic Romsdal mountains.

Klungnes is a beautiful fjord village with a great view towards the inner part of the Romsdalsfjord and the Romsdal Mountains.

You can stay in the middle of these idyllic scenery, surrounded by domestic and wild animals and flowers, and start your mountain hike just from the doorstep.

VESTLAND (previously Sogn og Fjordane)

Vestland, previously Sogn og Fjordane, has the longest fjord and the largest icecap. The county is devided into three parts; Nordfjord, Sunnfjord and Sogn. Here we have the westernmost point in Norway, Steinsøy. The Sognefjord is more than 200 kilometers long. The Nærøyfjord is protected as UNESCO World Heritage.

 

Ramsøy - Fjord House for rent in Gudvangen by the Nærøyfjord
Ramsøy in Gudvangen.

FJORDHOUSE – Gudvangen is an independent house with a magnificient view of the UNESCO Protected Nærøyfjord.

Hardly any neighbours, only the sound from nature itself, some sheep and a few seagulls. Still it´s central with only five minutes walk to the buildt-up area of Gudvangen with the Viking Village Njardarheimr, Guided Kayak Tours and Fjord Cruise on the Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjord.

 

Vangsgaarden Gjestegiveri
Vangsgaarden Gjestegiveri.

VANGSGAARDEN GJESTEGIVERI – Aurland, in the innermost corner of the Sognefjord, has preserved traditions that go all the way back to the 17th century. Rooms and cabins with views over the Sognefjord and the mighty mountains.

Aurland has a lot to offer. It is a short way to well known tourist attractions such as Aurlandsdalen Valley, Aurlandsfjellet, Aurlandsvegen Mountain Road and Stegastein Viewpoint. But the Aurlandsfjord itself is perhaps the most beautiful and most famous of them all.

Experience the life on the farm and taste traditional, local food at Skjerdal Stølsysteri and Cafè. The mountain farm is about 30 minutes hike from Skjerdal outside Aurland.

 

29/2 Aurland in Aurland.
29/2 Aurland in Aurland.

29/2 AURLAND – Aurland has the name after the farm’s land and title number. This area has been settled since the Viking Age, and there are several old burial mounds in Aurlandsvangen Village, which, in its day, was the main seat of King Sverre’s maternal line.

The buildings on the farm are not that old, of course, but the building we call ‘the fish house’ is one of the oldest buildings in Aurland, dating from the early 18th century.

 

Tufto by the Nærøyfjord
Tufto by the Nærøyfjord.

TUFTO NÆRØYFJORD – Bakka Holiday Houses at Tufto outside Bakka by the Nærøyfjord. Offering two holiday houses and campsite for motorhomes.

The Nærøyfjord is one of many fjordarms in the 204 kilometer long Sognefjord. In 2005, the Nærøyfjord became a part of UNESCO’s World Heritage.  The Nærøyfjord is one of the worlds most beautiful and dramatic fjords and the name origin from the norse god ‘Njord’, the God of the Seafarer and the sea.

 

Nes Gard, Luster
Nes Gard, Luster.

NES GARD – Luster is set in a beautiful location with stunning views to the surrounding mountains like Mt Molden, the Lustrafjord and the Feigefossen Waterfall. They offer a friendly environment and personalized service in the heart of the Sognefjord.

The Lustrafjord and the Luster area is one of the most beautiful spots in Norway, where the fjord meets the top of Norway with it´s numerous mountains and glaciers.

 

Eplet Bed & Breakfast, Solvorn.
Eplet Bed & Breakfast, Solvorn.

EPLET B & B – Solvorn. A warm, friendly atmosphere and a relaxing and fun experience. All rooms at Eplet in Solvorn has a fantastic fjord view to the Lustrafjord. A cosy living room with library, jazz music and oil lamp in the evenings. Two well-equipped kitchens for the guests to use.

In the garden you can pick your own herbs and vegetables (in return for a bit of weeding). Hammocks in the garden, a nine-hole crocket golf course and a slack line. In the evenings you can join bottle-feeding the lambs. Bikes for rent.

 

Fjords Living - Frønningen in the Sognefjord
Frønningen by the Sognefjord.

FRØNNINGEN in the middle of the Sognefjord offers a wide range of cabins and houses for rent. Parts of Frønningen were owned by the Lem family as early as 1600. From 1650 they took over the entire Frønningen property. Throughout the centuries, they built and operated up to six water-powered ash saws, and operated extensively with the sale of timber.

Today Frønningen is the largest forest estate in Western Norway. It is possible to pay a visit to the main house, museum buildings (collected by Knut Rumohr), or enjoy a guided vineyard tour. High-end private gatherings, parties or corporate, business meetings are available on request. There is no road connection to Frønningen.

 

Flatheim
Flatheim at Gaularfjellet.

FLATHEIM – Viksdalen by the Gaularfjellet National Tourist Route, close to Likholefossen Waterfall,  is a Farm Yard where you can live close to nature together with the animals on the farm.

Flatheim offer rooms for rent. You can also bring your tent, or rent a tent, and stay in the open-air area close to the farm. Open kiosk from the 60s during summer.

The 130 kilometer long drive over Gaularfjellet is exciting and varied, and is closed during winter. The new viewpoint at Utsikten at the top of Gaularfjellet is one of many great viewpoints along this road. Gaularfjellet Mountain Road runs between Balestrand by the Sognefjord and Moskog and Sande in Sunnfjord and is part of Norway´s National Tourist Routes.

 

Liasanden Cabins by Lake Oppstrynsvatnet in Stryn, Nordfjord. Norway.
Liasanden Cabins in Oppstryn.

LIDASANDEN CABINS – Veslebygda in Stryn. Cabins for rent by the beautiful Lake Oppstrynsvatntet in Oppstryn in Nordfjord. This is a great base for outdoor sports all year round, or just to relax by the lake with the family.

Equipped for Stand Up Paddling, Rowing Boat, Jacuzzi and Playground for kids. Easy assess for hikes and skiing in the nearby valleys, mountains and glaciers. Close to Stryn Summer Ski Center.

 

Strandro Stad Surfing - Hoddevika in Nordfjord
Strandro Stad Surfing.

STAD SURFING – Hoddevika, Stad. Strandro House/Stad Surfing is located one minute walk away from the stunning surf beach in Hoddevik at the coast of Nordfjord. You will find our rooms simple and charming with spectacular views over the magical landscape of the bay.

Stad Surfing offer surf lessons from beginners to driven surfers who would like to improve their skills, get better or just need feedback.

VESTLAND (previously Hordaland)

Vestland, previously Hordaland, is located in the centre of Western Norway. The county is devided into Nordhordland, Midthordland, Voss, Hardanger and Sunnhordland. The Hardangerfjord in Hardanger, also known for its apple tree blossoming in the spring, is Norway´s second longest fjord. Bergen is the second largest city in Norway and is known as “The Gateway to the Fjords”.

 

FJORDS NORWAY - Fjords Living - Hardanger Fjord Lodge
Hardanger Fjord Lodge.

HARDANGER FJORD LODGE – Mauranger. In addition to accommodation, Hardanger Fjord Lodge also offers guide services, sauna, yoga classes and homemade dinners for those who book in advance.

You can dive into the Hardangerfjord area which is not far from the fjord lodge. Folgefonna Summer Ski Center and Lake Bondhusvatnet are just a short drive away.

 

ROGALAND

Rogaland is the southernmost of the four fjord counties in Norway. The county is devided into four parts; Haugalandet, Ryfylke, Jæren and Dalane. Norway’s history begins in Rogaland. It was here the first humans settled in Norway. Boknafjorden is the longest and deepest fjord in the county. The most famous fjord is the Lysefjord which is surrounded by well known mountains like Kjerag and Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock).

 

Hauane Bed & Breakfast
Hauane Bed & Breakfast in Lysebotn.

HAUANE BED & BREAKFAST – Lysebotn is an old farm in Lysebotn at the innermost part of the Lysefjord, consisting of a farm house, a barn and an “eldhus”.

They offer a good nights sleep in a made bed, a tasty traditional Norwegian breakfast, set in a rural and scenic environment.

Lysevegen road runs from Lysebotn at the innermost part of the Lysefjord to Sirdal.

 

 

Flørli 4444
Flørli 4444.

FLØRLI 4444 – Flørli has rental apartments and Flørli Historic Hostel, all with fjord view. Flørli is a roadless hamlet serviced by four ferries per day.

Flørli is located deep into the spectacular Lysefjord, at the base of the Kjerag plateau. Flørli is popular for its 4444 steps right up the mountain, the longest wooden stairway in the world.

 

 

Åmøy Fjordferie
Åmøy Fjordferie.

ÅMØY FJORDFERIE – Vestre Åmøy. Between the North Sea and the fjords you can experience the history of ancient Vikings at Åmøy B & B which is situated 20 meters from the fjord.

Located only 15 minutes north of Stavanger, Åmøy Fjordferie provide rooms, Bed & Breakfast and holiday houses.

 

 

Logbua Åna-Sira
Logbua Åna-Sira.

LOGBUA – Åna-Sira Logbua was originally a fisherman´s house and was used for cleaning and for storing fishing nets. The house was built in 1938. It has a caracteristic architecture from that period, but is now a very modern high standard and fully equipped holiday house at Åna-Sira.

From the house you have the most stunning view to the sea.

 

 

 

HOTELS - ACCOMMODATION - LINKS

Here you will find an overview of recommended HOTELS in addition to SPA & BATH HOTELS and OTHER ACCOMMODATION PLACES in Western Norway. The combination of beautiful nature, activities that you can do in all four seasons and a stay at a great accommodation is unique. A stay in one of these places will do you good, both for body and mind.

There are ten restaurants that have awarded Michelin stars and Michelin awards in Western Norway. Eight of the Michelin restaurants are in Stavanger and two in Bergen. Here you will find FJORDS MICHELIN, where you will also find a list of recommended hotels in Western Norway, recommended by Michelin.

USEFUL LINKS is a list of websites with great information on Norway and the Fjords.

FJORDS Living – Map Overview