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We've compiled the best of the best in Bergen - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.
Built in the 1920s, the elegant Hotel Bristol has an enviable location that puts you within walking distance of the city's main sights. The nicely refurbished common areas are contemporary, stylish, and colorful. On the ground floor is the Egon restaurant, a convenient spot for lunch or dinner.
In a century-old building, this waterfront lodging retains plenty of period charm—bay windows, beamed ceilings, wood floors—and has stunning views of the colorful facades of Bryggen. It's worth splurging for a suite, as most standard rooms lack views.
A stylish boutique lodging located in Bergen's theater district, Hotel Oleana's interior design is inspired by Ole Bull, one of the city's most famous composers and musicians. Elements of his music are found in the individually designed rooms with colorful fabrics and tasteful works of art. On the ground floor, the restaurant serves a selection of dishes inspired by Latin American food, and on Saturday you can enjoy afternoon tea.
You notice the sophisticated Scandinavian design when you enter the inviting lobby of the stylish Hotel Zander K, located just a short walk from the main train station. The aesthetic carries through to the rooms, done in shades of blue and gray and furnished with lots of natural wood. The restaurant and bar are popular spots even for those not staying at the hotel.
In one of the city's most happening neighborhoods, this centrally located lodging works its magic on the guest rooms, which compensate for their small size with smart and stylish design. They are lovely during the day when the sun streams in through the large windows, but even more so at night with the futuristic lighting fixtures. The exterior is handsome, with some parts dating back to the early 18th century.
If you're here to see the sights, the Radisson Blu Royal Bergen puts you close to the wooden houses of old Bryggen and the medieval fortress Bergenhus Festning. Guest rooms are spacious and decorated in minimalist Scandinavian style and have plenty of amenities. The on-site restaurant, 26 North, serves updated Norwegian cuisine. The hotel has a fitness and wellness center.
