There might not be a more impressive location to stay overnight on the Sognefjord and one like me looked forward to an old mansion full of tradition and history. Despite the location still being outstanding , disappointment takes over once you move upstairs to your rooms in the historic building. It looks as if nobody is doing anything to,maintain the... more

The little town of Balestrand, in which the Kviknes Hotel is situated, is just perfect! Really couldn't fault much with my stay here, the hotel is old yes, but it meets absolutely all requirements for a comfortable stay. The lounge area was great, filled with history, paintings, intricate carved furniture - all thoroughly Norwegian! The dinner and breakfast buffets were... more

I am at a loss to understand some of the recent comments about this hotel. We recently spent a week there as part of a larger group and there was nothing but complimentary comments during that time and everyone felt they had had more than their money's worth. The bedrooms may not be the height of luxury, but the communal... more

This hotel is a classic "old school" destination hotel; you almost have to stay here on any civilized tour of the fjord country. It's all about historic charm and nostalgia. With that in mind, I would not recommend booking a room in the new wing where there is an overwhelming lack of charm and nostalgia. To have the right experience,... more

Was looking forward to the stay at this grand hotel, needless to say Im shocked over how such a beautiful hotel could have such lousy staff. The staff speaks polish and merly a few words in english! (some didnt even speak norwegian) I even overheard people getting told to go to bed at 12:00 by the staff!!! The food was... more

The view from nearly everywhere in this fine old grand hotel is unsurpassed. The hotel has great charm and beauty (at least the older part of this two-part hotel does) and the food is good. What this hotel lacks is some level of sophistication in their service. For example, there is no elevator in the original building but there is... more

I recently stayed at Kvikne’s Hotel in Balestrand. As a Norwegian from Oslo area being visited by three German friends on motorcycles, I included Balestrand and Kvikne’s Hotel in our ”Over the Mountains and Far Away Motorcycle Tour”. First, I am a bit puzzled about the variety of the reviews on this site, and of course, I wonder why some... more

This is a spectacular location well worth the effort to get to, in a peaceful and quiet setting. Not a lot of shopping or restaurant selections, but that is not why you are here. The hotel is clean, elegant, strikingly beautiful, and historic with a superb staff and excellent meals in the large dining room. My teen daughters thought this... more

My wife and I have visited Norway almost every year since 1969; and we have stayed at Kviknes Hotel at Balestrand on virtually every occasion. Norway has been our favourite holiday destination for almost 40 years now. Balestrand's situation between the mountains and the beautiful Sognfjord is unsurpassed. The food, for an establishment which has to cater for a broad... more