I loved this hostel so much that I didn't want to leave, and I've recommended it to a bunch of…read moreother friends.... said no one ever, until they came to this hostel. I'll admit, I was a bit skeptical of staying here because the word "hostel" conjures up images of my days as a 20 year old self, big rooms with 10 bunkbeds and lots of people and noise that prevents you from a good night's sleep, and shared bathrooms down a hallway. I guess it was good I came in with lackluster expectations, because I really loved this hostel and glad that I stayed here for 2 nights. In truth, I could have probably stayed here for 5 days or a week as Voss is super pretty, there's lots of things to do, and we had such a peaceful and relaxing stay. The location is great, just a 10-15 min walk from the train/bus station, so it's not very far to get downtown where all the food, restaurants, and bars are at. It's also right on the lake, and our room was a corner room with a lake view, and we were probably only 100 feet from the lake. The view was a million dollar view, and a better view than most fancy hotels in Hawaii I've stayed at. Obviously, the room is not Hawaii-fancy-hotel, but I wasn't expecting to get amenities from a $800 a night room in Hawaii in the $120 a night hostel in Voss. The check-in process was easy and painless, and the staff was nice and organized. They give you sheets to make your bed, and towels upon check-in, which is pretty standard for hostels. When you leave, you'll have to strip the bed and put the used sheets and towels in a bin at the end of the hallway. The room itself was nice - we opted for a private room with en-suite bathroom, which cost us $127 per night. It had 2 double bunk beds and one twin bed. The beds were pretty comfortable, so no complaints there, and it was quiet since we had a corner room, and also a beautiful view of the lake. The bathroom was tiny with one shower, a sink and toilet all in one room, so if you wanted to brush your teeth, go to the bathroom, and shower all the same time you basically could. Although it was small, it was clean and was just fine. My favorite part of the stay was the breakfast buffet, which was included in the cost of the stay, and easily worth about $20 per person. And if you have ever been in Norway, you'll know that the food is expensive (i.e. I had paid $10 for a piece of bread with smoked salmon and some egg on it, in Flam) so this breakfast buffet will seem like the best thing ever. It puts most American hotel breakfasts to shame, with fresh organic fruit and vegetables (some even from their own garden/farm), multiple types of bread, pickled fish, smoked salmon, eggs, cereal, coffee, homemade jams. And then you can eat outside with a magnificent view of the lake and it's amazing. They do not serve lunch or dinner, so plan accordingly. We also rented mountain bikes here (they were nice Scott bikes), you can rent for different amounts of time, so just ask. We did a full day rental and it was roughly $45 per person, but totally worth it, as we went around the lake twice - once in the morning and once in the evening because it was that pretty. It's around 14 miles around and I highly recommend doing this -- it was one of the highlights of my entire Europe trip. I'd definitely stay here again and have already recommended it to a few friends. One of the best hostel stays ever!

Conveniently located only 200 m from the Håreina stop, and a lot less expensive than the hotels in…read moreFlåm, where most people book. So glad I booked this place because it was a nice break away from the stressful and crowded Norway in a Nutshell tour. It's a 2 mi / 45 min scenic walk to Flåm, where you can explore the small town that includes a free museum, some seafood places, a Coop grocery store, and a nice view of the head of a fjord. It's around $7 to take the Flamsbana from Håreina to Flåm. I would suggest walking to town and then taking the train back, or if you're up to it - walking both ways. This place is a great escape from tourists (and society, in general). It was so peaceful, tranquil, and completely unreal to be able to walk outside and read a book on a hammock with the cleanest air around me and the mountains as a backdrop. Our host was incredibly wonderful and sweet. She even fed us some of her homemade flat bread. She was considerate enough to send us a message saying that she wouldn't be in when we arrived, so she made arrangements for us to check in otherwise. The apt is so cute and was perfect for my girlfriend and myself. I think it'd be a great getaway for a small group or family of 4. The beds are queen-sized, and there's even a small kitchen if you ever want to cook your own meal. Plates, glasses, and eating utensils are provided. There was even tea bags, instant coffee, and a kettle for use. The laundry machine isn't very user friendly, but the user manual is provided. It definitely works, but can take a while. Linens and towels are not provided and can be rented. She just asks that you wash your dishes and throw out the garbage before you check out. Also! Her daughter has a forest cat that roams around the front of the apartments. She's sweet, friendly, and not afraid of people. Just a warning for those who are allergic.

We highly recommend this place! Friendly and helpful Staff! Very clean facilities! Convenient…read morelocation, close to everything! We booked a camper site with electricity. Well manicured grounds. Beautiful setting!

I suspect people have radically different experiences here based on whether they are staying in the…read morehostel/cabins vs. the campsite. The hostel/cabins book months in advance, so don't come here expecting to find a room the same day. We made that mistake and were directed to the campsite instead. I have to admit, paying 225 krone (about $30) per night to pitch our tent on a random patch of grass was a disappointment, but you'd be hard-pressed to find anything cheaper in Flam, which is a major tourist destination. This place is in a solid location too, as it is about a 5-minute walk from the bus station. As far as campsites go, this one is very basic. There are water spouts, bathrooms with coin-op showers, a small communal kitchen, a playground for the kidlets, and coin-op laundry. Food options are a mini-store at the info desk and a food truck that comes at night. There are some broken wooden picnic tables to eat your food at, some covered by the pavilion and others uncovered. Bathrooms are clean enough. If I were to return to Flam, I would book a cabin way in advance, since it seemed to be an overall much nicer experience.

We had a very enjoyable stay at Hostel Montana. Everyone was super friendly and helpful,…read moreespecially at the front desk where we got some great advice on our route driving to Ålesund and back. This included useful local knowledge about the sights to take in along the way. Accommodation was clean and efficient while the days started out right with a hearty breakfast of various tasty items!

Fantastic! If you are on the road to Bergen or about to embark on the Rallarveg to Flom, it is well…read moreworth spend a night here in order to charge your batteries. Dont expect a Hilton hotel, cause it isnt, but the rooms are big and comfy with kitchen included. The staff are amazingly helpful(!), offering a service far beyond what you might expect from expensive hotels. The place also got a very cool bikeshop, so dont freak out if you forgot to bring your helmet or a warm sweatshirt. The place is often crowded with tourists, and is generelly quite expensive, but not more than similar places. However, you are in the middle of nowhere, and do not expect to find a grocery store or fancy shopping centers nearby. Bring your own lunch to avoid bankrupcy (and dont forget your camera). Be adviced to book your room in advance. Or else you might have to share bedroom.

Checkin was easy. We arrived before 5pm. You have to purchase towels on top of the fee, which I…read moredon't recall reading about from hotels.com. It is about a mile walk from the ferry. Doable if you have carryon. Lots of other people walk, so it is normal. Road is paved. Up the road is the trailhead to a waterfall that is amazing. There are ten rooms of varying sizes in the 300+ year old home. The kitchen is stocked enough to cook basics. Walls are thin, but there are notes posted to have specific, low volume after a certain hour. It is a little walk from the reception office. No other amenities. The shared bathroom was not a problem and each room has its own locking door. Beds very comfortable. Portable radiator in room worked great. We had the family room that sleeps 4 with a cozy table where we enjoyed playing cards.

What a nice hostel! Situated below towering mountains, complete with waterfall, the main building…read moreis a converted farmhouse w/comfy rooms & rustic charm (a compliment)!

Wonderful view, glad to know of this place just a short walk from the more touristy spots around…read moreFlåm Fjord tour, Highly recommend!

Best food since we've gotten here. I got the vanilla milkshake and it was so good I forgot to take…read morea photo ahead of time. The Caesar salad was phenomenal. The dressing was a tiny bit like ranch, but I still found it delicious. The fries were the perfect amount of crispy to soft, and the garlic sauce we got on the side went really really well with them. The views were gorgeous out the windows. Absolutely would return!