Kviknes Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (197 reviews)
Kviknevegen 8 , Balestrand , no

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Meeting rooms
Fitness facilities
Electric car charging station
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Free beach club nearby
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Magnificent hotel
Beautiful views
Outstanding food
Cons:
Service could be improved
High buffet prices

Categories

Cleanliness
8.68
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
8.15
Mixed reviews, some staff were not very nice, but overall acceptable service.
Location
9.19
Stunning location with beautiful views; ideal for relaxation.
Room Quality
8.64
Comfortable rooms with beautiful decor and great views.
Amenities
8.67
Standard quality for this hotel tier; some activities suggested would enhance experience.
Value for Money
8.13
Dinner buffet price considered too high; regular meals more reasonable.
Food and Beverage
8.68
Outstanding buffet dinner and good breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.65
Magnificent hotel providing a splendid and relaxing experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 00:40

Property Description

Discover the enchanting charm of Kviknes Hotel, a grand 18th-century waterfront retreat in Balestrand, boasting breathtaking views of the majestic Sognefjord.

Luxurious Accommodations
Our modern guest rooms, designed in the 1960s, provide comfort with a separate seating area, work desk, and cable TV. Many rooms offer picturesque balconies where you can unwind to the calming fjord views.

Culinary Delights
Savor international cuisine in our elegant restaurant, complemented by a carefully curated wine cellar. Enjoy the stunning fjord views from both the dining room and terrace, creating a truly memorable dining experience.

Exciting Activities
Whether you're drawn to wine tasting, cultural walks, or outdoor adventures like fishing and hiking, Kviknes Hotel offers organized activities to enrich your stay. With free public parking just steps away, exploring the area is effortless.

Book your stay at Kviknes Hotel today for an unforgettable escape!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SOG

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • 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 230 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 14 years old stay for NOK 230 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People 15 years old and over stay for NOK 330 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    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

8.6
Based on 197 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.68
Service: 8.15
Location: 9.19
Room Quality: 8.64
Amenities: 8.67
Value for Money: 8.13
Food and Beverage: 8.68
Overall Experience: 8.65
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Svein • solo_traveller • no
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Trine • couple • no
4
Cons:

Betalte først for et billig rom, så fikk jeg pengene igjen fordi det var utsolgt. Så booket jeg på nytt og betalte 500 kr mer, men likevel fikk vi det billigste og kjipeste rommet. Det var to enkelsenger på rommet og jeg bestilte dobbelseng. Vi skulle feire bryllupsdag😔

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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MIGUEL • couple • br
9
2025-11-08 • via Nuitee
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Elodie • family_with_children • fr
9
Magnificent hotel and setting perfect for relaxing
Pros:

This hotel is magnificent, the whole experience is splendid. I would return with great joy. The breakfast is incredible, the view in the dining room is spectacular. Just staying at this hotel is worth the trip to Balestrand. They placed us at the top floor in the new building, with a beautiful view part fjord part town and they gave us rooms all next to each other which was very mindful, we appreciated it a lot as it made our stay practical and more enjoyable. It seemed all their rooms have great view. The decor of the hotel is really beautiful both inside and outside, the whole setting in the middle of the fjords is from another world, it's very relaxing, it makes great photos. The checkout at 12pm makes it even greater as we can really relax, of course we can leave our luggage after checkout. The twin rooms are spacious, with a bath and a sofa area, the beds are very comfortable. Supermarket stores are very close by foot, the ferry is right behind the hotel just 5min away. I highly recommend staying at this hotel if you come to Balestrand, it is worth it. Their restaurant is good, I enjoyed their special burger. The staff at the restaurant was very friendly and chic, we felt very well taken care of. I honestly doubted Balestrand was worth visiting as there didn't seem much to do, but just experiencing this hotel makes it worth it and you can make it into the relaxing step of your journey. You can access the point of interests of Balestrand by walk from the hotel.

Cons:

It's too bad the hotel doesn't organize a tour to the Urnes Stave church, we didn't have a car and would have appreciated this tour particularly. But if other activities were proposed we would have been interested too but unfortunately I didn't see other activities organized by the hotel either.

The buffet dinner is so expensive: 850 NOK. I would have liked to check it out but the price was really too exagerated. Fortunately if you have the breafast included you can still experience their superb dining room during breakfast. Also their bar serves regular meals with regular prices. But too bad for the buffet!

The only reason I don't put a 10 is the staff, some of the staff could be nicer. I asked the receptionist if it was possible to borrow five spoons, and instead of telling me kindly yes it is possible, and that I could get them at the bar, she didn't answer and dismissed me by telling me to go check this with the bar which left me with the impression she didn't know. Surprised I asked if she knew or not if it's possible since it is the reception! and then only she said yes it's possible go ask the bar, not in a nice way. Disappointing.

2025-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Sebastian • couple • de
7
2025-10-21 • via Nuitee
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MIGUEL • couple • br
9
2025-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Omar • couple • cr
10
Ideal para vacaciones
Pros:

Muy cómodo y gran servicio al cliente

Cons:

Nada todo bien

2025-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Jens • couple • no
6
2025-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Hans Olav • solo_traveller • no
7
2025-10-12 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
10
A memorable short stay.
Pros:

The evening buffet was truly outstanding.

2025-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Maulindu • couple • in
10
Pros:

Top class location and food

2025-10-05 • via Nuitee
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Janne Irene Tyskø • family_with_children • no
9
2025-10-04 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • us
10
2025-10-04 • via Nuitee
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Marit • family_with_children • no
10
2025-09-30 • via Nuitee
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Vicki • couple • us
6
Pros:

Interesting little town and the old part of the hotel is charming.

Cons:

This place is set up for the big cruise drop off. It’s a big place in a quaint town and the newer part info the hotel is finished as cheaply as possible. I’d advise staying in another town if you aren’t cruising.

2025-09-19 • via Nuitee
Åsa • couple • se
7
2025-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Steffen • solo_traveller • no
8
Pros:

Stylish and classic

Cons:

Needs a bit of maintenance/renovation.

2025-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Ann • couple • us
10
2025-09-10 • via Nuitee
Åge • extended_group • no
7
Pros:

Beliggenheten med utsikten

Cons:

Mangel på spisesteder/utvalg

2025-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Chris • family_with_children • gb
9
Characterful hotel
Pros:

It is a lovely hotel with its own style. Very pleasant public rooms with lots of character. The food is excellent. The location is stunning. Our room was comfortable and had a balcony with good views.

2025-08-27 • via Nuitee