Sola Strand Hotel

Hotels
7.9 (2201 reviews)
Axel Lunds veg 27 , Sola , no
+47 51 94 30 00

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor room quality
Unfriendly spa pricing
Disappointing food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.05
Reported issues with black dirt marks on windows, suggesting poor cleanliness.
Service
9.52
Service was adequate but caused additional stress due to room issues.
Location
10
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
7.01
Poor room quality with uncomfortable beds and outdated decor.
Amenities
8.04
Spa area needs upgrades, and additional costs feel unfriendly.
Value for Money
7.5
Overall hotel feels expensive compared to the quality received.
Food and Beverage
6.05
Breakfast was disappointing with poor quality and hygiene concerns.
Overall Experience
8.05
Felt like a letdown with high expectations unmet.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 01:34

Property Description

Direct Beach Access to Solastranden Beach
Experience the convenience of direct access to the 2.5 km long Solastranden Beach, just a short drive from Stavanger. Enjoy the sun terraces and beach bar for a perfect beach getaway.

Modern Spa and Wellness Facilities
Indulge in relaxation at the Nordsjøbadet Spa with saunas, swimming pool, and rejuvenating treatments like facials and body wraps. Unwind in style during your stay at Sola Strand Hotel.

Culinary Delights at Montroyal and À La Carte Restaurant
Savor the flavors of large lunch buffets at the Montroyal Restaurant, housed in a unique cigar room from an early 1900s cruise ship. Explore seasonal specialties at the hotel's à la carte restaurant for a memorable dining experience.

Book your stay now and make unforgettable memories at Sola Strand Hotel!

Important information:

Access to the spa & wellness center is not included in your room rate, and will be charged at an extra cost.
Children are welcome in the spa & wellness center from 08:00 - 11:00. Outside of these hours, guests at the spa & wellness center must be at least 16 years old.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SVG

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for NOK 150 per person per night when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 2201 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.05
Service: 9.52
Location: 10
Room Quality: 7.01
Amenities: 8.04
Value for Money: 7.5
Food and Beverage: 6.05
Overall Experience: 8.05
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anne mette • solo_traveller • no
6
Pros:

Frokosten...trykket i dusjen.....handdukane
Super bra badestrand og tur muligheter

Cons:

Gjestene som bodde på hotellet måtte reservere bord for å spise på kvelden
Måtte krype opp i senga ingen luft mellom vegg og seng
Gammelt og slitt
Ingen vifte på badet
Mykje støy i spisesalen

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
V
Veronika • solo_traveller • no
7
Pros:

den høflige holdningen til personalet

Cons:

Middagsbuffeten var veldig dyr og ikke veldig velsmakende for min smak, men dessertene var velsmakende. Parkering koster 150 kr., og badstuen er også en betalt tjeneste for gjester.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Tone iren • extended_group • no
6
Pros:

Bra beliggenhet og hyggelig personale

Cons:

Dårlig sommerbuffet til den prisen

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
G
Geir Rune • couple • no
10
Utrolig koselig hotell med fantastisk service.
Pros:

Ligger litt langt fra alt annet enn strand og flyplass. Min kone er redd for brann, noe personalet viste stor forståelse for og ga oss et nytt rom. Frokosten var helt fantastisk. Dette er et hotell jeg kan anbefale.

Cons:

Det ligger veldig langt fra Stavanger sentrum og andre plasser du kan finne på noe.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
R
rødberg • solo_traveller • no
9
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
H
Heggelund • couple • no
5
Fantastisk beliggenheten. Steder mangler helhet og atmosfære, og jeg tviler på at vi kommer tilbake.
Pros:

Stranden og utsikten fra rommet.

Cons:

Vi bestilte fish&ships og fikk servert panert torsk lik den jeg kjøper i frysedisken. Dette er skuffende.

Vi fikk mangelfull informasjon om parkeringsmuligheter. Det må være unødvendig.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
B
Bendik • couple • no
6
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
K
Karl • solo_traveller • no
5
Bildene samsvarer ikke med rommet du får tildelt
Pros:

Beliggenheten er fantastisk

Cons:

Bildene på booking. Com samsvarer ikke med virkeligheten
Har du bestilt gjennom Boking.com får du rom i den gamle fløyen . Der er det gamle bad og rommet er slitt
Anbefaler ett annet hotell i nærheten og heller gå til Solastranden.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
I
Irene • couple • no
8
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
E
Else Gro Ommundsen • couple • no
9
Kommer gjerne igjen
Pros:

Beliggenheten.
Ikke overpriset. God frokost

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
R
Roy Arthur • solo_traveller • no
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
K
Kristin • family_with_children • no
8
Kommer gjerne igjen og takk for kildesorteingsioplegg ved inngangen 👌
Pros:

Beliggenheten, hyggelig

Cons:

Fyrer i peisen på sommeren og røyklukt fra den i foajeen.

Spurte rengjøringspersonalet om de kildesorterer, men det gjorde de ikke.. Håper det går an å få inn i deres rutiner, i hvert fall når folk kaster papp og papir og glassflasker, metallbokser og annet verdifullt gjenbruksmaterialer i søplebøtta på rommet.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
M
Martha Rouvie • couple • us
8
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
C
Carolina • solo_traveller • es
9
Pros:

Las vistas, el desayuno

Cons:

Habitación muy pequeña y muy antigua

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
H
Hans • couple • no
8
Bra opphold i trivlige omgivelser.
Pros:

Trivelig atmosfære, hyggelig sted.

Cons:

Noe blandet «standard» på de ansatte.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
O
Odd Thomas • solo_traveller • no
6
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
J
Jenna • solo_traveller • be
10
Fantastic place to find peace
Pros:

Beautiful location, delightful staff, very peaceful

Cons:

There were no salads serviced with the meals in the restaurant

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
M
Monica • couple • no
4
Fint sted, men skuffende med så mye irriterende ting.
Pros:

Beliggenhet

Cons:

Rommet var klaustrofobisk i en loftsetasje, kun med takvindu. Blendegardinen dekker ikke siste 20cm av takvindu så det er lyst og varmt. Radiatoren (som enten er kald eller varm) er plassert langs sengen, du må trekke sengen ut fra veggen for å slippe å komme inntil denne når du sover. Maten i restauranten var god. Frokostbuffet var god, men når du tar tallerkener og bestikk, så må du sortere ut annenhver fordi det ikke hadde blitt rent i oppvask.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
R
Rikke Sofie • solo_traveller • no
3
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
R
Relax35784234280 • Solo travel
6
Disappointing experience despite a beautiful location
Pros:

I booked my stay at Sola Strand Hotel about nine months in advance. I arrived before the official check-in time, and the reception staff were friendly and kindly checked whether another room was already available. I appreciated their effort and helpful attitude.

Unfortunately, the room I was offered had significant issues that should have been explained beforehand. The room itself was pleasant, but it was located directly behind a fire door leading to another corridor. When the door was open, it affected access to my room. After closing it, I discovered that every time guests used the corridor and the heavy door closed, it caused loud noise and noticeable vibrations throughout the room. It became impossible to relax, and I therefore requested a room change.

Because the hotel was fully booked, the only alternative available was a room much farther away from the main building. This room offered very little comfort for a hotel in this price category: there were no bedside tables or wardrobe, too few power outlets, the refrigerator was not plugged in, the curtains could not be fully closed, and the window was noticeably dirty.

I was also surprised that hotel guests have to pay an additional fee to use the sauna and swimming pool. While it is understandable that treatments such as massages are charged separately, I had not expected general access to the wellness facilities to require an extra payment. The charge of 250 NOK for two hours felt high to me, especially considering the overall price level of the hotel. The wellness area itself did not provide features that, in my opinion, justified this additional cost. For example, the only hourglass in the 90-degree sauna was not functioning properly.

Future guests should also be aware that the hotel is quite isolated. Sola is approximately 5 km away (around a 50-minute walk), and there are no supermarkets or alternative restaurants within comfortable walking distance. Without a car, taxi, or bicycle, guests are largely dependent on the hotel for meals and everyday shopping.

As a solo traveller, I personally missed a greater sense of welcome and attentiveness. The staff were friendly, but the overall guest experience felt less personal and less well organized than I would have expected.

While I personally was able to afford this stay, I believe the overall price level makes it even more important that guests receive a corresponding standard of comfort, service, and transparency. For many travellers, a stay at this price point represents a significant investment, and the experience should reflect that. Clear communication about additional costs and a consistently high level of service are especially important in this category.

The location by the beach is beautiful, and the hotel has a wonderful concept. However, the room allocation, reservation handling, facilities, and overall value for money did not meet my expectations for a hotel in this price category. The operational management and attention to detail need improvement to match the expectations created by the hotel’s pricing and reputation.

2026-07-17 • via Tripadvisor