Norway has seen a growth in fascinating architecture and design in recent years. This has also happened to accommodations across the country, where you can now sleep, eat, discover exciting culture and history and take part in exciting adventures – or just get away from it all and relax and reflect, or explore the Norwegian concept of friluftsliv.
Here is a list of some of the most recent additions.
FLOKEHYTTENE
The latest addition to unique accommodations in Norway is Flokehyttene – Floke Cabins. Located right on the ocean at Sveio, just north of Haugesund, these cabins are built into the landscape with fantastic views of the North Sea. Each cabin is 18 square meters, each with room for five people, including kitchen, living room, fireplace and toilet. One of the cabins is built for wheelchair users and can accommodate ten people. Flokehyttene is the perfect place to watch sunsets and winter storms through panoramic windows.
FLOKEHYTTENE
WOODNEST Nestled in nature, Woodnest offers two luxury treetop homes, each with bedroom, living room, kitchenette, bathroom and underfloor heating for winter. The tree houses are located in the woods overlooking the Hardangerfjord, in the beautiful town of Odda. They offer a panoramic view of the fjord and snow-capped mountains, where you can relax, watch the sunset, put your feet up and rest in the nest.
WOODNEST
THE BOLDER SKY LODGES
Close to the world famous Pulpit Rock (Preikstolen), located 604 meters above sea level, you will find the Bollard, with a fantastic view over the Lysefjord. The two skylodges are both 22 square meters in size and offer everything you need for comfort, including two double bedrooms, designer kitchen, bathroom and dining room with a view over the fjord. Both lodges are built on columns to minimize footprints in the landscape.
THE BOLDER SKY LODGES
THE ARCTIC HIDEAWAY
Take a trip north and experience a small “hotel” right on the ocean. The Arctic Hideaway is located on Fleinvær, a group of small islands, near the town of Bodø. The ten rooms are built to provide inspiration and tranquility in a wild and beautiful nature and can accommodate up to ten people. The entire complex consists of four sleeping units, a bath house, sauna house, kitchen house, a studio house/lounge and an air/sea observatory.
THE ARCTIC HIDEAWAY
HARDANGER PANORAMA LODGE
Spend the night 11 meters above the ground in a treetop lodge, with spectacular views of the Hardangerfjord. The lodge in Ulvik is built on pillars and offers a living room with panoramic windows, three bedrooms for six people, bathroom, kitchen and is insulated for the cold winter months. Ulvik is the perfect place for hiking, fjord activities and the hosts can provide local food from the area and you can visit many of the local farms that offer local cider.
HARDANGER PANORAMA LODGE
TUNGESTØLEN
On June 12 of this year, Tungestølen Turisthytte (tourist hut) opened its doors near Luster in Sognefjord. Tungestølen is an architectural response to the changing weather conditions in the region. The cabins provide comfortable and exciting accommodation throughout the summer and fall. Tungestølen is located on a hill at the foot of Skyttarpiggen mountain and offers a majestic view over the Langedalen valley with a huge glacier at the end.
TUNGESLEN
LAYERS Just an hour's drive from Oslo, in the Lågendalen Valley, Laagen consists of five glass cabins, a treetop cabin and a meeting room with gigantic windows. All cabins have a panoramic view of the forest and the river Numedalslågen and are the perfect place to relax and enjoy a good meal with friends or a loved one. The area offers great opportunities for cycling, fishing, walking in the woods or a trip to the climbing park Høyt &Lavt (High &Low).
LAYERS
TRONES EYE
Why not treat yourself to a night or two of glamping by the fjord in a magical glass igloo? Located on the waterfront at Trones in Trøndelag county, Trones Eye offers a glass dome with luxury beds, heating and everything else you need for a comfortable night in the midst of untouched nature and history. Trones Eye is surrounded by an ancient cemetery, obelisks and other exciting cultural artifacts.
TRONES EYE
BIRDBOX FAUSKE
Looking for a romantic evening where you can relax and gain strength? At Birdbox Fauske you have come to the right place. From your nest box you can enjoy fantastic views over the Førdefjord and the Bleiga mountain range, listen to birdsong, the sound of the river and the whisper of the forest. Here you can also swim in the fjord, hike in the mountains or just relax with your favorite book or just meditate.
BIRDBOX FAUSKE
PAN TREETOP CABINS
PAN Treetrop huts are located in the Finnskogen forest in Solør, in a nature full of animals and rich in history. This is the place for nature lovers of all ages. PAN offers two cabins with space for six people where you can experience the unique nature, either by simply relaxing or by participating in activities such as forest yoga, animal safaris, hiking, fishing climbing and last but not least trying local dishes.
PAN TREETOP CABINS
MANSHAUSEN
Above the Arctic Circle, on an island and an old trading post, you will find Manshausen. Manshausen is a complex consisting of 14 buildings including seven sea cabins with a unique view that offers tranquility and is made for all kinds of adventures. In addition, Manshausen offers a restaurant, library, sauna and jacuzzi. Owned by polar explorer Børge Ousland, the complex is the starting point for activities such as kayaking, diving, cycling, hiking and climbing, and of course watching the Northern Lights in winter.
MANSHAUSEN
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