Overlooking the Sogne Fjord, Midtnes Hotel is in Balestrand. It offers free Wi-Fi and parking and a private pier for boats and swimming. Dragsvik Ferry Terminal is 10 minutes’ drive away.
This grand, 18th-century waterfront hotel is located in Balestrand. It offers stunning views of the surrounding Sognefjord, an elegant restaurant and modern guest rooms. Free WiFi is available.
Duncan
United Kingdom
The view from our balcony was great as was the terrace area. The old style old building is interesting. Balestrand is a lovely spot
This family-run hotel is in Balestrand, by the Sogne Fjord. It has a large garden, a private sauna and beach, and panoramic fjord views. Each guest room includes a private bathroom.
Willems
Netherlands
Amazing place!
If you are looking for a 5-star hotel with all facilities, please do not book here. However, if you simply want a good place to sleep, a bar with excellent vibes and welcoming staff, this is the place to be!
Sandra is an excellent host who is very welcoming and helpful to all guests. Although it was mentioned that there was no breakfast provided, she suprised us with complimentary croissants and coffee. Combine that with a wonderful view of the fjord and good weather and you have an experience that many 5* hotels can only dream of.
Nice bar with local ciders, pool table and musical atmosphere.
Set in Balestrand in the Sogn og Fjordane region, Villa Holmen has a garden. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the villa....
David
United Kingdom
Great for families! Toys for young children and trampoline were a bonus. Spacious, light and airy. Great views from balconies. Superb location for local attractions and restaurants.
Situated in Balestrand, Balestrand Fjordapartments Holmen 19A features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service.
Oscar
Netherlands
Very nice large apartment with everything needed to have a nice stay
Located in Balestrand in the Sogn og Fjordane region, Balestrand Fjordapartments features a patio and garden views. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the apartment free of charge.
David
United Kingdom
Excellent location overlooking the fjord and close to the ferry terminal. Spacious and comfortable and well equipped.
Set in Balestrand in the Sogn og Fjordane region, Villa Holmen 2 - Ground floor apartment has a patio and mountain views. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.
Located in Balestrand in the Sogn og Fjordane region, Villa Holmen 2 features a patio and garden views. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.
Ellen
Australia
I don’t normally leave reviews, but we absolutely loved our stay so we had to! The place is in perfect location, has one of the most amazing views I’ve seen and is very spacious. The owner was very quick to reply, and very accommodating. The kitchen and bathroom have been updated so the current photos don’t do it justice! We were very warm and comfortable and it was nice to catch up on some washing. Highly recommend staying here!
Facing the seafront in Balestrand, Svingen Apartments features a garden. Featuring sea and mountain views, this apartment also provides guests with free WiFi. The apartment has family rooms.
Take the fast ferry (4 hours) from Bergen and slow down and...
Take the fast ferry (4 hours) from Bergen and slow down and enjoy the glorious surroundings. Be prepared to relax and enjoy the quiet. We ate our meals and enjoyed cocktails at the Kviknes Hotel. We slept at the Balestrand Hotel and enjoyed the quiet.
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Colleen
United States
10
Scored 10
Arriving by ferry drops you at the heart of the town.
Arriving by ferry drops you at the heart of the town. Walking south along Kong Beles Veg for about 2 kilometers affords beautiful views of St. Olaf's church, the picturesque valley, the beach, the hills, and several "Swiss-style" charming old houses. A must-see is Balestrand's little beach and the deep, clear pools beside it where I sat for ages soaking up the sound of the water's tranquil lapping on the rocks and watching fish zip around way below the surface of the crystal-clear water. I even caught people swimming and sunning themselves at midday in late September! There were not many dining options post-tourist-season, but I had the soup at the chocolatery called Holmen within the main triangle of town, and though I found it overpriced (compared to prices in Bergen), it was delicious.
Jennifer
10
Scored 10
Our family absolutely loved staying at Frydenlund near...
Our family absolutely loved staying at Frydenlund near Balestrand. Everything in the property's information was accurate. Great hosts who helped us when we had some questions, Views are wonderful and several areas in which to relax and enjoy them. Check-in was easy as there was a door code. While we would love to return to this part of Norway we would only do so if we could also stay at Frydenlund.
Richard
Canada
10
Scored 10
Beautiful surroundings.
Beautiful surroundings. Very fun to travel with a speedboat combined with historical tour. Cider house had delicious food. Highly recommendable. Perfect place for anyone who loves outdoor activities and want to be in a beautiful environment.
Cecilie
Norway
10
Scored 10
Beautiful location and friendly small town.
Beautiful location and friendly small town. Unfortunately it rained quite heavy in September 2019 when we were there so that we couldn't do much biking and hiking as we had anticipated, but there was still enough to do to keep us occupied the day and a half that we spent there. Dinner with a piano concert in the Kviknes Hotel was particularly memorable.
Frits
United States
10
Scored 10
Cute town with a lot packed into a small place.
Cute town with a lot packed into a small place. Walking around town is easy. There are two grocery stores and plenty of restaurants. We went to an English Mass at St Olaf's Church too. If we had arrived earlier in the day we might have had time to fish from the shores of the fjord.
This is old hotel in the beautiful village on sognFjord, run by family. Excellent breakfast with salmon, shrimp, and local specialities (special cheese !!!). Just ask for your toast, or any item not visible on the table. Hotel lobby is a transformed family house with pictures of famouse Norwegian turn of century painters hanging on the walls. This is like sitting on the sofa in the Art Gallery. Walking distance to see (beautiful view from breakfast room), and to mountains (2-3 hours climb).
Enjoy arriving there by Ferry
It was right on the fjord and the room was very nice. The beds were comfortable and the windows had curtains to keep it dark but they opened easily and the windows also opened. It was very quiet at night. The staff was friendly. Breakfast was very good with fresh eggs and breads and many other nice foods. There was a restaurant on site w delicious dinners. There was a quick bus to balestrand and nearby good hiking. Excellent hiking.
We loved everything about our stay. Our room was lovely, as was our view, even in the rain. We were able to do our laundry. Breakfast was really nice. But our host, Magnar, truly made our stay great! He contacted the car rental for us and even printed maps for the next part of our holiday! The restaurant he recommended was one of the best meals we’ve had. We will be returning for a second stay because we had such a good experience.
I don’t normally leave reviews, but we absolutely loved our stay so we had to! The place is in perfect location, has one of the most amazing views I’ve seen and is very spacious. The owner was very quick to reply, and very accommodating. The kitchen and bathroom have been updated so the current photos don’t do it justice! We were very warm and comfortable and it was nice to catch up on some washing. Highly recommend staying here!
Very spacious living areas with fabulous long balcony overlooking the harbour. Plenty of seating available
Very well-equipped kitchen including kitchen linen (lacking in other Norway apartments)
Very good communication and easy access via lockbox. We really appreciated being able to access the apartment 1-2 hours early when we arrived in Balestrand
Dishwasher (with tablets)
A well-behaved shower that didn't flood the bathroom!!
Great place about a 5-10 minute walk from the ferry. Views from the room over the fjord are excellent. Rooms are very basic, but clean and comfortable. Coffee & pastries included for breakfast or a discount coupon for the restaurant at a nearby hotel. Access to a fabulous sauna below the hotel that has access to the water and beautiful views (you have to book and pay for this, but it was the highlight of our visit!).
We loved the location of the appartment at the harbor in Balestrand with a great view on Fjord and mountains. It was convenient for my parents that the appartment had a bedroom and a bathroom on the 1st floor so that they did not have to climb the stairs. Rhe rooms were spacious and the bathroom was clean and comfortable. It was also convenient that a supermarket was just around the corner.
I paid extra for a fjord view room, and we got a room with a balcony in the "modern" building on the 8th floor. The view was spectacular and well worth the extra cost. The view made the entire stay! The dinner buffet was bountiful and delicious. The breakfast buffet was good, but not as amazing as the dinner. We also ate in the hotel bar one night and that food was well prepared also.
Stay here for the most stunning view of the fjord. I honestly don’t think I’ve ever had a more perfect view from a hotel window. If I could move into the hotel I would. The rooms are super simple, it won’t be rivaling the Four Seasons anytime soon but it’s perfectly comfortable and the view (make sure to book a water view!) makes everything worth it!
The magnificent view, the location, the impressive breakfast buffet. These are the only positive attributes of the hotel. The staff was friendly but nothing above and beyond - do not expect valet or help with your luggage.
Close to great trails and outdoors!
it is very close to the ferry pier and a few restaurants in town (2 min walk). it’s very spacious and has a nice stocked kitchen and a washing machine. Hot shower, comfy beds, great view - at half the price of hotels - loved it!
Balestrand is a hidden gem, a pleasant little town among the beautiful mountains by a beautiful fjord. Accomodation was perfect, one of the best in my life. Clean, private, well equipped and the host - Inge is very helpful.
Great huge apartment on the waterfront. Our group of 5 adults had plenty of room. We had a large deck overlooking the water. Convenient location to restaurants and the grocery store. I would highly recommend this apartment.
We were unaware that the whole area / hotel shuts down over the winter. We actually left a day early or we wouldn't have been able to catch our ferry! More info on website about this may have been helpful.
Fantastic view from the room and breakfast area.
Excellent breakfast and friendly staff. Comfy bed.
Free parking right in front of the hotel.
We also had diner in the hotel restaurant and food was great.
The hotel is reasonably priced compared to other similar hotels in Balestrand. The room was spacious and with a great view. The breakfast buffet was not large, but with sufficient selection.
I enjoyed my stay here very much, especially since I was given a room on the top floor facing the fjord! I also liked the arrangement of having breakfast served in a fancier hotel nearby.
We didn't stay due to the substandard nature of the accommodations. We left after ten minutes. This is the first time we have ever felt the need to leave a place we'd booked.
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