This wonderfully atmospheric historic hotel dates back to 1752. Today with its modern amenities, main wing and attentive personal service it remains one of Fjord Norway’s best loved, family-run properties. The attractive original Swiss style wing radiates personality and soul, with an absolutely magnificent scenic fjord-side location and panoramic views across the Sognefjord.
Historic Wing and Main Wing are interconnected
Most of our bedrooms at the Kviknes Hotel are located in the modern main wing and have bath (with shower attachment), TV, telephone, hairdryer and balcony. Rooms with walk-in shower are located in the main wing and are available on request only, and the twin and single rooms without fjord view can be located on the lower floors.
Bedroom facilities
Accessibility
Lift to all floors in the Main Wing only. There is no lift in the historic wing.
Casual
Buffet
Not included
Buffet
Board basis options available
This property caters for the following special dietary requirements
The enchanting little village of Balestrand lies on a scenic promontory of orchards and farmland on the northern shores of the famous Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and deepest fjord stretching over 200km. Balestrand’s mesmerising backdrop of towering snow-capped mountains and panoramic vistas has been captivating travellers for over a century. With buses and express boats operating in all directions, Balestrand is a perfect base for exploring and the Flåm railway, Fjærland ferry and Jøstedal Glacier are just some of the notable attractions. There is also much opportunity to simply relax amidst the peaceful surroundings or enjoying the superb scenery from a bicycle or row boat. Balestrand also gives you access to spectacular walking territory with trails rising behind the village to the peaks and lakes of the plateau beyond.
Why not try the Fjord Explorer or Taste of Norway multi-centre holidays that stop in Balestrand? Or Highlights of the Fjords for an escorted tour. Our brand new escorted tour, Bergen to Oslo Fjord Experience, has a scenic journey to Balestrand.
For more information on travel and transport visit our Balestrand page
Fjærland Ferry and Jøstedal Glacier
Enjoy a highly scenic return boat trip along Fjaerlandsfjord to this small community of great natural beauty including a visit to its fascinating Glacier Museum and to the foot of the Supphellbreen and Boyabreen Glaciers. A shorter half day version visiting only one glacier is available daily.
Vik by Boat
By express boat across the majestic Sognefjord to Vik, includes guided tour of beautiful Hopperstad Stave Church.
Sognefjord and Flam Railway (high season) mid-June - mid-August.
A majestic return cruise up the Sognefjord to experience spectacular scenery on the famous Flam mountain railway. (In early and late season continue by train to Voss, by bus over Vikafjell mountains and express boat back to Balestrand).
Flåm railway via Vik & Voss (low season) mid-May - mid June & mid-August to end of season.
A round trip by boat, bus, train via Vik, Voss & Myrdal to catch the Flåm railway to Flåm. Return to Balestrand by express boat.
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Sognefjord Aquarium
Norwegian Tourism Museum
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Prices include flights, transfers, the relevant nights' accommodation and meals as indicated. Prices shown online are after deducting any applicable Early Booking Offer.
