Such a mix of good and bad!…read more The good: Beautiful old historic building with elegant lobby, beautifully appointed restaurant and views to die for. They have a museum of 10 huge, historic cars from 1918 to the mid 1930's. They have a wonderful outside pool, overlooking the Fjord. All of the public spaces are 10 out of 10. The bad: I get it; it's an old historic hotel, but that doesn't excuse these blunders when it comes to the hotel room. They have NO backup roll of toilet paper. This is an issue when you run out! Also, we ran out of tissues. No back up. There were no drinking glasses in the bathroom, or in the room (only a coffee cup). The one window swing open from the bottom, but won't stay open. I had to use a coffee stirrer to prop it open. The only USB port in the room were wobbly wall mounts and I found didn't charge my phone overnight. There are NO live outlets that aren't switched off will wall switches, which mean no charging from then unless you leave the wall switch on and turn the lamps off manually. Also, all power is lost when remove your key card, so no charging when you leave the room. No paper or open to make notes. Most if these oversights have nothing to do with being an old hotel. They obviously have pride for the hotel and public spaces, nut put little effort into room usability.

This is a beautiful hotel, and I really enjoy the surroundings and everything that is going on…read more They have a nice bar and a beautiful lobby that makes outstanding and refreshing drinks. The restaurants are good, a little pricey, but very good. There is a car museum in the basement that is free to check out, and I recommend if you're in the area you should definitely take a peek.

This hotel was a great find. It's part of a campground complex, right on the edge of the UNESCO…read morerated Geirangerfjord. The hotel has a slightly rustic feel to it, and is decorated almost like a cabin. There are some good benefits to staying here, as with a decent room you get a really nice free breakfast (which is a HUGE bonus in expensive Norway) and free WiFi (which is a huge benefit in an area with spotty mobile coverage). You can pay extra for a fjord view, which is a must-do. The view cannot be believed. They have a restaurant on site that does a traditional Norwegian buffet for dinner, which you should have at least one night. The food isn't presented well, but tastes really quite nice. Just one things... the hotel is not in the town. It's a 2 km walk that is uphill on the way there, and with few to no taxis in town, you will be walking with your luggage up that hill.

We stayed here end of July to beginning of August 2019. This hotel was Fantastic! The staff are…read moreall so very friendly and nice and helpful. The views outside our window was a beautiful fjord! The restaurant at the hotel had fantastic views with windows all around. If you are going to this fjord, you should stay here!

The Hotel: I had a very pleasant stay at Røsheim. Everyone…read morewas very friendly and helpful. The room I stayed in was charming. It was tastefully and appropriately decorated to match the age of the place. I particularly liked the upright wooden bathtub and was pleased that there was enough hot water to fill it up (which took some time). While I thought the restaurant was a little pricey (for my budget) I ended up eating there 2 of the 5 nights I was there. On the other hand I thought the rooms were very reasonably priced and they had 4 different priced rooms to offer. As I mention below, the rooms may have been cheaper since I was there in September. The Restaurant: The food I had at Røsheim was the best I had in Norway on my three week trip! Truly exceptional food with service to match. There is a set menu and you can get all four courses for 600 NOK (around $72) or just 3 courses for 500 NOK (around $60). Keep in mind that this doesn't include any drinks. Add some wine and your dinner bill could easily be more than your room bill. Keep in mind that I was there towards the end of the high season so prices might have been less.

Yes...this is the hotel that was used for many of the indoor scenes in the movie Ex Machina,…read moreand...yes...the location near Valldal, Norway is every bit as stunning and tranquil as you would expect. This hotel has been as carefully thought out as Swiss watch. The rooms (cabins really) are functional and austere in a way that is uniquely Scandinavian, and they've been integrated into the landscape in such a way that every room has a breathtaking view. Furniture is minimal but so comfy that a day spent with a good book, pausing for occasional glances at the mountains and river, is as pleasant as a hike up those same mountain sides. But beyond the impression you get from the movie and the photos, you'll also find an owner eager to make each guest's stay special, astoundingly good food (which you'll really appreciate if, like us, you stay at the Juvet during the off-season when not much else is open), the wonderful company of the other guests, and...well...Norway!

I thought the landscape around the Juvet hotel was stunning. The view from our room was so…read moremesmerizing. I do want to say the cleanliness of our room and our sons room was not great. Hair, dust and just not very clean. It needs vacuuming, dusting... just a thorough cleaning. When we arrived I noticed in a review to ask for a robe so you can put it on over your suit when you go to spa. We arrived late in afternoon and I asked for a robe. Did not get one. The man who met us when we arrived told us where we were staying and I was anxious to see rooms. After seeing rooms I went back and asked again for a robe and the man seemed a little impatient but gave me 2 robes (one for me and my husband). Went to spa ... cover on hot tub. The sauna (steam room) was not turned on. I did not see any switch to turn it on. My son went back to find the man who greeted us. He wasn't happy about having to come to spa (according to my son). The man went to an electrical room and got it to work. My husband took off cover of hot tub and there were dead insects floating on top of water. Our 2 sons joined my husband and myself for dinner. One of my sons had a business call in the U.S . to attend to. He was 10 minutes late to dinner. The man who greeted us when we arrived at Juvet pointed to his watch and tapped it when my son walked in. This did not make my son feel good. The 1st course had just then been placed on the table. My son ate very little and left. He felt like he had been scolded and was looking forward to a relaxing stay but thus far after the spa experience and now being scolded for being 10 min. Late spoiled any relaxation. Juvet is not an inexpensive place to stay. I expect a clean and nice room and if there is a hot tub and steam room that it is operating, clean and no effort on my part to look for someone to help so we can use it. I don't think I'll make the effort or spend my money to stay there again but the view was beautiful and view from room beautiful. It's too bad it isn't operated like it could be.

I still remember the cool breeze and the satisfaction of filling up on freshly prepared food after…read morea long day of travel. We opted to sit at the terrace, and it was one of the memorable dining experiences during our trip to Norway.

Drive up the steep road with hairpin turns to the small parking lot where the farmer directs you to…read morethe free parking for restaurant guests (not free for hikers). Enjoy the tasty lunch of open faces sandwiches and sweet potato soup (simple food) with incredible views of the valley below. Our friendly server explained the history of her family farming in this remote location.

Good hotel to stay for the night while you travel and hike around the area ! Definitely got some…read moregood air and good views !!! Highly recommended!!

I stayed here for about three nights and was pleased with the hotel and staff. The rooms were…read morenice. My parents had one of the newer remodeled rooms which was beautiful and I had a room in the un-remodeled area that looked over the back trash area. Thankfully I was able to visit my parents often and enjoy their room and gorgeous view. I was really impressed with the fjord view room. The food was amazing...but quite expensive by my standards. I'm sure it had a lot to do with the exchange rate! ;-) I would stay here again...and I would recommend making the walk down from the hotel into town. It's such a gorgeous view and a nice climb back up!

Beautiful grounds with exceptional detail! It's all about details here. From the bathroom…read morefixtures to bookends, the details are hard to miss. Fantastic service from the managers to the waiters. Below are some of the reasons why I give this hotel 5 stars: 1) gorgeous views of the fjord all around the hotel 2) free cookies and tea/coffee 3) so many cute lounge areas to relax, read a book, or play chess 4) comfortable beds with luxurious white sheets that feels like cotton silk If you're in the Skodje area, you should definitely come here!!!

We planned a 3 week trip to Norway including the usual itinerary from Oslo to Bergen. For the third…read moreweek we found this hotel near Ålesund and decided to take a chance since we hadn't heard much about it. It turned out to be a hidden gem - literally the highlight of our trip. I was worried it might be too remote, however there is so much to see in this area, our 6 night stay was too short. The hotel itself is simply one of the nicest I've stayed in. The wonderful staff and general manager Benthe make you feel like guests invited into their cozy home. The chefs are amazing with a different gourmet 4 course meal every night. The location, the people, the accommodations (and the homemade cookies) were all truly exceptional!! (Ps. This is the first time I've ever bothered to post on Yelp - I was so impressed!)

Beautiful hotel nestled between the mountains, walking distance to the fjords. The scenery and…read morelocation is beyond awesome. The rooms are well appointed and comfortable. The decor is from times gone by and brings you back to the elegance of yesteryear. Plenty to explore in the hotel and surrounding areas. They have goats too! Extremely friendly and accommodating staff. Delicious breakfasts and dinners onsite.

We were staying nearby at the Storfjord Hotel (a sister property) but came here by boat for lunch -…read moreit was really fantastic - everything was fresh and flavorful, service was kind and attentive, portions were among the most generous we experienced on our visit to Norway. The setting was gorgeous (obviously) and our party of ten had a great time! Special thanks to Alexandra for providing my husband with a clean shirt after a dramatic soda / milk spill - above and beyond for sure!!!

Out in the middle of the forest is this rustic lodge that is rich in Norwegian history and filled…read morewith beautiful artwork that is worthy of being in a museum in Oslo. The rooms are very basic- no tv, no hair dryer, only the basics like a twin bed and small bathroom. But you are housed in a building dating back to the 1600's and given they are protected buildings, updating them is not possible but they are quite functional and clean. The rooms have heat but given this place is only open May through September you may not need it. Meals are taken in the main building which is a feast for the eyes! Much of the artwork was gotten at auction after the war so the beautiful artwork is museum quality and worth a walk through. They light the many fireplaces on cool nights so grab your computer and sit on one of the comfy couches or just talk to the other travelers who come from all over the world. Internet is only available in the main building or outside on the lawn. Dinner was a home cooked affair and on the night we were there it was a three course dinner consisting of minestrone soup, elk stew, and crime brûlée . Breakfast was a buffet with eggs and sausage, pancakes, fruit, meats, cheeses and breads. And for an additional charge, you can pack yourself a lunch to take with you for the day from the large selection of meats, cheeses and breads. The staff is super friendly, the small bar manned by the owner who is happy to tell you the history of his family's business,and the vistas out the windows are spectacular! Go knowing this is a "rustic place" and not a fancy resort and you will not be disappointed.