Dalen Hotel
8.9/10 (Based on 308 reviews )
Dalen, 3880 Dalen, Norway
Dalen Hotel is a historic, full-service hotel on the shores of Lake Bandak at the end of the Telemark Canal. Housed in a late-19th-century wooden building, it offers 40–50 guest rooms, an on-site restaurant (Restaurant Bandak), terrace and garden areas, a pianobar and sauna. The property provides private on-site parking and complimentary Wi‑Fi; third‑party listings sometimes indicate electric vehicle charging at or near the hotel but the official hotel information does not specify charger type, number, pricing or reservation rules. The hotel is set in a natural, waterside location rather than a dense urban centre and is a base for canal trips, walking and local cultural visits.
Detailed Ratings
ComparePositive reviews
- Amazing setting, staff and building.
- I loved everything about the property! The location, the beautiful outside and the gorgeous inside and also wonderful hiking in the area
- Wonderful staff in the hotel. Very friendly and helpful. The location is superb. The hotel itself is a fascinating building- architecturally unique; it’s full of interesting artifacts and pictures which the very knowledgeable staff are only too happy to describe/explain. Dinner was wonderful – three courses was absolutely more than enough! Breakfast was equally good. We were only there for one night but wished we were there longer
- Beautiful throughout
- Amazing place ,kind and helpful staff…exptional stay really strongly recommend it🙏🏾
Negative reviews
- The only thing that I can say that I would have liked different is the menu. I know the menu is posh and old world, but for someone who is allergic to shellfish and would like just one course meal, I found it sad I had to go somewhere else and have my dinner.
- Difficult- but a kettle and or tea/coffee making facilities in the room would be great but we appreciate the difficulty of providing this in an historic building.
- Rooms are small, but expected for such an old hotel.
- Room rather small. No safe. Restaurant dress code not enforced. Dinner was “fine dining”, which is fine for those who like that sort of thing.
- Amenities were missing in the room (body soap bottle was empty) and the pipe bringing hot water to the shower gets extremely hot, I burned myself when I touched the battery.
Gaustablikk Fjellresort
8.8/10 (Based on 645 reviews )
Kvitåvatnvegen 372, 3660 Gaustablikk, Norway
Gaustablikk Fjellresort is a four‑star mountain hotel located at the foot of Gaustatoppen, offering direct access to ski slopes and a network of hiking trails. The property has 89 rooms, multiple dining outlets and bars, and a wellness area with an indoor pool and floating saunas. Practical facilities include ski storage, meeting rooms and free Wi‑Fi. Parking is available for hotel and restaurant guests; the hotel’s parking area includes on‑site electric vehicle charging (universal chargers). Guests are advised to bring a Type 2 charging cable and expect mobile app payment for charging. The setting is primarily natural and alpine rather than urban.
Detailed Ratings
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- Location by the lakes, view from our room, food in the restaurant and extra amenities for kids like table tennis and games room
- Reception and restaurant staff. Excellent dinner and breakfast. Comfortable bed. Attractive lounge Dog friendly.
- I liked everything and that’s why it was my second time there. Very nice hotel and the place is divine! Thank you!
- Location Views Facilities Food
- Love the interiors and the food was amazing! Great breakfast with my first iPad juice and coffee (never seen it before, súper high tech). The dinner was delicious and the staff (especially the Argentinian ones) were wonderful!
Negative reviews
- Our room was very small and mattress wasn’t that comfortable
- The pool area could be more taken care of, especially in the evening. No clean towels. Also in sauna the bench is broken. Minor things but spoil a bit the ideal picture. As for the rest everything is perfect and the fireplace is magnetic.
- The cold water 💦 after a floating sauna
- Rooms are quite small and and curtains very light (not ideal in summer when sun rises at 4am). Pool and Sauna area quite old. Sauna houses come with a hourly fee.
- The view from the room was to the parking lot. Also you had to request a key to go to the swimming pool area.
Home Hotel Atlantic
8.6/10 (Based on 1219 reviews )
Jernbanealleen 33, 3201 Sandefjord, Norway
Home Hotel Atlantic is a centrally located hotel in Sandefjord housed in a historic building with 112 rooms. The property offers an indoor parking garage with four bookable Type 2 electric-vehicle charging points; parking can be pre-booked and is charged (from NOK 220 per day) and paid at reception. Dining comprises daily breakfast, an afternoon fika and an evening buffet, plus a staffed lobby bar. On-site facilities include a fitness room and sauna, meeting rooms for conferences and luggage storage. The hotel is within a short walk of Sandefjord train and bus station and the town centre, convenient for car and public-transport arrivals.
Detailed Ratings
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- Location is very central
- Everything
- The building is on a main road making it easy to access, with the lounge having a modern/minimalist look to it, included in the price was breakfast and lunch, with cake being served for 2 hours between, the quality of the meals which are included are immaculate, our first night we had mash and pork beef steak, which was melt in your mouth tender and you could have as much as you like. it is a couple minutes walk for a shopping centre with a McDonald’s, takeaway and shopping mall with in walking distance with a nice spot to watch a sun rise within 15 minutes walk, the room was great, quality, facilities and comfort. The staff on reception was the same 2 staff for the full stay, one during day time and one during the night, both of them was great and was extremely friendly and approachable, they couldn’t do enough to help and interacted with my 3 year old
- Lovely hotel. Great rooms. Staff couldn't have been more attentive and helpful. Stayed there just one night for an early flight. Wish I'd been able to stay longer. The extensive whaling memorabilia was fascinating.
- Excellent buffet and amaz8ng gym/sauna with incredible view
Negative reviews
- We only stayed one night
- Evening meal was something I wouldn't bother with again.
- Had to wait an hour to check in despite arriving at 1530. No explanation given. Rooms dated and need upgrading.
- For me personally being sight impaired was that I found the dining areas quite dark.
- Parking under hotel, spots were very hard to park.
Vågslidtun Hotel
8.5/10 (Based on 746 reviews )
Vågslid, 3895 Vågsli, Norway
Vågslidtun Hotel is a lakeside hotel in Vågslid, situated on the shore of Lake Vågslidvatn close to the Haukelifjell ski area. The property offers an on-site restaurant and bar, a communal lounge with fireplace, terrace and garden, plus a private beach with canoeing and fishing opportunities. Rooms have private bathrooms and views toward the lake or surrounding mountains. Outdoor activities include hiking and cross-country skiing directly from the hotel. Free private parking is available on site; the property also lists on-site destination charging (three chargers, 22 kW max) with 24/7 availability — check with reception for access and any charges.
Detailed Ratings
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- Excellent reception with polite and friendly staff. Breakfast was a feast and evening meals were superb , in taste and in presentation!
- Quite charming old hotel. Comfy beds. Great breakfast
- Perfect breakfast, choice for everybody and culture
- Lovely place to be! An old country hotel, well equiped. Very friendly staff. A beautifull view all over the lake. The feeling of having a time travel to time long ago…. Everything was very satisfactory. We recommend this hotel!
- Really nice breakfast, very kind staff and great location.
Negative reviews
- Perhaps if the lounge had been a little warmer , we would have spent more time there , however our room was a very warm comfortable alternative.
- The rooms were old, especially the bathroom. It was very dusty and the beds were uncomfortable. The selection of food in the Restaurant was very small. There are no Restaurants nearby.
- I was missing a fridge
- Very high price for charging your electric vehicle as a standard price (not charging by kw/h)
- Bathroom was a little small, but perfectly OK for a one night stay.
Gausta View
8.4/10 (Based on 1441 reviews )
Myrestaulvegen 21, 3660 Gaustablikk, Norway
Gausta View (Myrestaulvegen 21) is a self-service apartment property located in the Gaustablikk/Hovdestaul mountain area, offering direct access to alpine and cross-country trails. Accommodation consists of modern, fully equipped apartments with private kitchens, ski storage and shared laundry; some units include access to a wood‑fired sauna. On-site parking is provided and the property reports six EV charging stations in its parking area; resort information notes Type 2 connectors and app-based payment for chargers, with further parking procedures handled by the resort. The setting is rural/mountainous rather than urban, with shuttle and local dining options nearby. Practical for independent stays and group bookings, with basic guest services and equipment storage.
Detailed Ratings
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- Beautiful view, cozy apartment, quite and warm
- Warm inside High in the mountain Great scenery: snow everyday Seperate area with laundry machine/dryer and ski storage and spare towels etc
- Exceptionally clean and well maintained property equipped with almost everything you’ll need.
- The apartments meet current requirements for modern and functional accommodation. The price for this accommodation, given its exceptionally desirable location in the mountains, is reasonable but also tricky, as it does not include higher prices for cleaning, bed linen, and towels. Either you pay extra or you have your own resources and time for the mandatory cleaning.The apartments meet current requirements for modern and functional accommodation. The price for this accommodation, given its exceptionally desirable location in the mountains, is reasonable but also tricky, as it does not include higher prices for cleaning, bed linen, and towels. Either you pay extra or you have your own resources and time for the mandatory cleaning. The accommodation is fine for two people, but it can be cramped for more people.
- Very good breakfast included in the price .
Negative reviews
- We had to drive to the ski center, as slope next to the house was not open
- When i booked the staff were very " off hand" and Robotic" before arrival. But once im there they were 100% responsive and resolved an issue quickly
- Strange check out rules, lack of bathroom essentials and bed linen, towels.
- The bathroom is somehow is from different hotel. All said about apartment does not apply here. Small (i mean the smallest you can find) sink, where you can not put any of your toothbrushes or soap or something. No shelves in shower and in general in bathroom. To give you an idea, to place shampoo somwhere we were closing WC to have some horizontal surface available. Bathroom makes no sense.
- Additional payments for towels, bed linen and cleaning. As it was a business stay, I needed an invoice for my company details – the staff refused to issue it.
Home Hotel Bryggeparken
8.3/10 (Based on 900 reviews )
Langbryggene 7, 3724 Skien, Norway
Home Hotel Bryggeparken is a mid‑size waterfront hotel in central Skien, located on Langbryggene beside the Telemark Canal. The property operates as a hotel with about 150 rooms and offers included breakfast and a light evening meal, a 24/7 fitness room and multiple meeting rooms suitable for conferences. On‑site parking is available but limited; the property is listed on public charger maps with two electric vehicle chargers (around 11 kW) reported at the site — guests should confirm access, pricing and reservation rules with the hotel. Other practical features include free Wi‑Fi, a lobby bar/lounge, bicycle rental and pet‑friendly rooms.
Detailed Ratings
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- Everything was good here. It is second time I was in this hotel. Recomand!
- The warm welcome. The room is cute and clean. The croissant at breakfast was excellent, the food was good!
- The view was beautiful. It is located central. Room was nice and neat.
- The dinner was really good. Not fancy but good. It was an amazing bonus in the stay.
- Big plus that the hotel offers dinner and fika. Varied and tasty breakfast. Comfortable beds. Well equipped gym. Smiley and friendly staff!
Negative reviews
- Only paid parking available.
- A little pricey for what it was, and the dinner buffet didn’t have any options or desserts, just the bare minimum, not really a buffet
- Shower head hose was damaged and no coat hangers in the bedroom wardrobe.
- If your room isn’t facing the water, then you are staring at a rock wall, so no views what so ever. When travelling with motorbikes, there are ONLY 2 free parking slots for bikes in front of the building, so you need to be lucky to get these. The slots are not dedicated to hotel guests, but available for anybody.
- Missing children areas and swimming pool
Thon Hotel Notodden
8.3/10 (Based on 65 reviews )
Torvet 8, 3674 Notodden, Norway
Thon Hotel Notodden (Torvet 8, 3674 Notodden, Norway) is a mid‑size city‑centre hotel of roughly 60 rooms, positioned for both business and leisure stays. The property functions as a conference hotel with meeting rooms, a lobby bar and a breakfast buffet; it also offers a sauna and a fitness room (noted as temporarily closed in recent notices) and weekly room cleaning. Free parking spaces are provided adjacent to the building and the hotel indicates public EV charging stations are available in the immediate area; the town of Notodden also lists several public rapid chargers. Details about charger types, counts or payment conditions should be checked locally prior to arrival.
Detailed Ratings
ComparePositive reviews
- Very good
- Hyggelige betjening og blitt eitt fint hotell. Fin beliggenhet
- Helhetlig inntrykk av interiør, farger. God plass i resepsjonsområdet. Hyggelig personale.
- god seng , rent rom , hyggelig personal
- Veldig bra
Negative reviews
- Nothing
- Small room. Definitely dated. Not really up to standard for business travelers.
- Lytt, gjester laget mye lyd på natten. Det skulle vært gardin foran vindu på badet. Hyller på badet manglet. Vasken manglet lokk/propp, ubehagelig! Heller kjølig/kaldt i rom, ville ønsket varme kabler på badet.
- Litt skuffende frokost – tomt for flere av tingene en halv time før stengetid, kun én type brød, ingen søtsaker til kaffen annet enn Gjende-kjeks. Skummelt at heisen knirket veldig. Dyrt, mistenker at prisene var skrudd opp i anledning et musikkarrangement den helga.
- Tett avløp vask!
Scandic Park Sandefjord
8.2/10 (Based on 2512 reviews )
Strandpromenaden 9, 3201 Sandefjord, Norway
Scandic Park Sandefjord is a large city-centre hotel located on Strandpromenaden beside the harbour and adjacent public park. The property offers traditional hotel accommodation with multiple on-site restaurants, a bar, conference and banquet facilities and leisure amenities including a gym, spa area, sauna and an indoor saltwater pool. Covered on-site parking is provided (fee applies) and the hotel is reported to offer electric vehicle charging in its garage, though availability appears limited and charges may apply. Additional public charging points are located nearby. Rooms typically include standard conveniences such as Wi‑Fi, minibar and private bathroom. The location provides easy access to central attractions and a short drive to Sandefjord Airport (Torp).
Detailed Ratings
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- Great Breakfast!
- Location to sea front and bars was very good and hotel very clean and tidy.
- Room was clean and bed was comfortable. Location is also good-near the seaport. Staff was friendly too and helped with our questions.
- The staff were friendly and helpful.
- Great location, fantastic food, clean hotel, friendly staff, great swimming pool and spa.
Negative reviews
- lack of charger and parking at the hotel
- Paid parking.
- Weren't allowed an early check in which is a bit of a pain when the flight was so early but not too much of a disruption.
- Restaurants closed for Christmas
- Expensive snacks!!
Hotell Fritidsparken
8.2/10 (Based on 497 reviews )
Moflatveien 38, 3733 Skien, Norway
Hotell Fritidsparken is a leisure-park hotel located within Skien Fritidspark, offering practical, family-oriented accommodation surrounded by outdoor activity areas. The property functions as a full-service hotel with a restaurant serving breakfast (often included) and evening meals, free Wi‑Fi, meeting facilities and on-site wellness and waterpark attractions. Rooms range from single to family units, including a notable number of accessible rooms. Parking is available and free for hotel guests; the site also operates a motorhome parking area with mains electrical supply (16 A). Public charging points are reported at the Skien Fritidspark complex (several Type 2 posts). Availability and access conditions may vary.
Detailed Ratings
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- Clean, staff was very kind and the breakfast was very good
- Breakfast great. Staff were fantastic. Very helpful and friendly.
- Spacy and free parking. Nice big room
- The hotel is well situated, close to where I worked for the week. The room (in fact everything) was spotlessly clean! The hotel provides both breakfast and evening meal, both were very good, however more options on the evening meal would have made it better!
- Excellent value for money! A very cozy sports hotel surrounded by pine trees and fresh air, offering plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities. The rooms are new and equipped with everything you need. Great breakfasts and dinners.
Negative reviews
- Evening meal. No snacks during the day.
- Food could be improved om standart
- Very noisy people above and staff did nothing
- Lunch and dinner were very repetitive. Chilli and beef burgers twice each in 3 days. Lasagne on the other day.
- There are few electric plugs in the room.
Quality Hotel Grand Larvik
8/10 (Based on 1405 reviews )
Storgata 38, 3251 Larvik, Norway
Quality Hotel Grand Larvik is a full-service conference hotel located on the waterfront in central Larvik. The property offers 139 guest rooms, conference facilities, an on-site restaurant (Grand Bistro) and a fitness room. On-site parking is available; however the hotel's official information does not clearly confirm dedicated EV charging points. Guests driving electric vehicles should enquire directly with the hotel about reserved charging. Multiple public charging points are located within a short walk or drive (for example near Larvik station and the waterfront/Fritzøe Brygge area), offering charging alternatives for overnight or transit stays. The hotel is part of the Strawberry group and sits within Grandkvartalet with shops and restaurants nearby.
Detailed Ratings
ComparePositive reviews
- – good location for travelling by ferry the next day. – nice modern hotel – helpful staff – good restaurant on site – nice room
- Very comfortable beds. Clean rooms. Nice fluffy towels. Good hot breakfast buffet.
- Breakfast was delicious
- Practical location for travelers that wish to take the boat. Breakfast was good. The room was comfortable, with view to the sea. The personnel was very kind.
- Great location with parking and without exception all the staff were really friendly, helpful and had a great sense of humour. I would definitely return.
Negative reviews
- I hate it when I can't open windows for fresh air and cooling the room.
- Basic facilities for the price. No kettle in the room. Nespresso machine with capsules, or instant coffee. No tea or hot chocolate.. Cheese and salmon on the cold buffet were a little dry. Limited choice of salad.
- Breakfast was chaotic..long queues, no plates..burnt bread…
- The hotel parking was full. We had to park our car outside to a public parking space, with additional cost. The bathroom had a decent size but was uncomfortable. Since we had to take a boat early in the morning we didn't had enough time to enjoy our breakfast. If a lunchbox was provided instead (just for travelers) it could be very convenient.
- Very high extra fees for parking. Extra fees for coffe or tea. No wardrobe in room.
Summary Table
| Position | Hotel | Rating | #Reviews | Stars | Staff | Cleanliness | Comfort | Location | Value for money | Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dalen Hotel | 8.9▲ | 308 | 5▲ | 9.5▲ | 9.0 | 9.1 | 9.5 | 8.1 | 9.0 |
| 2 | Gaustablikk Fjellresort | 8.8 | 645 | 4 | 9.0 | 9.3▲ | 9.4▲ | 9.6▲ | 8.8▲ | 9.2▲ |
| 3 | Home Hotel Atlantic | 8.6 | 1219 | 4 | 9.3 | 8.9 | 8.9 | 9.3 | 8.6 | 8.6 |
| 4 | Vågslidtun Hotel | 8.5 | 746 | 0▼ | 9.3 | 8.8 | 8.7 | 9.3 | 8.2 | 8.3 |
| 5 | Gausta View | 8.4 | 1441 | 4 | 8.0▼ | 8.7 | 8.8 | 8.8 | 8.2 | 8.6 |
| 6 | Home Hotel Bryggeparken | 8.3 | 900 | 4 | 9.2 | 8.7 | 8.7 | 9.2 | 8.4 | 8.4 |
| 7 | Thon Hotel Notodden | 8.3 | 65▼ | 3 | 8.9 | 8.9 | 8.6 | 9.2 | 8.3 | 8.3 |
| 8 | Scandic Park Sandefjord | 8.2 | 2512▲ | 4 | 8.6 | 8.6 | 8.7 | 9.2 | 8.1 | 8.4 |
| 9 | Hotell Fritidsparken | 8.2 | 497 | 0▼ | 9.1 | 8.7 | 8.7 | 8.5▼ | 8.4 | 8.3 |
| 10 | Quality Hotel Grand Larvik | 8▼ | 1405 | 4 | 9.0 | 8.5▼ | 8.4▼ | 8.9 | 7.8▼ | 8.1▼ |
FAQ
Gaustablikk Fjellresort is the best choice near Gaustatoppen. The mountain resort lists 12 universal EV charging stations on-site; guests should bring a Type 2 cable and expect mobile app payment. It’s a four‑star property with direct access to slopes, multiple dining outlets and a wellness area.
Gausta View is the top self-catering option with EV charging in the Gaustablikk area. The property provides six chargers in its parking area with Type 2 connectors and app‑based payment. Apartments include private kitchens, ski storage and convenient mountain access.
Vågslidtun Hotel is the best lakeside option for EV drivers. It offers free private parking and three on‑site destination chargers rated at 22 kW, available 24/7 — guests should check with reception for access and any charges. The hotel sits on Lake Vågslidvatn and features a restaurant, private beach and outdoor activities.
Home Hotel Atlantic in Sandefjord is the best choice for indoor Type 2 charging. The hotel has an indoor garage with four bookable Type 2 charging points; parking can be prebooked and is charged (from NOK 220 per day) and paid at reception. It’s centrally located near the train station and offers a fitness room and sauna.
Home Hotel Bryggeparken is the best waterfront option on the Telemark Canal with EV charging. The hotel has on‑site parking and is listed on public charger maps with two chargers reported at roughly 11 kW; guests should confirm access, pricing and reservation rules with the hotel. It offers a waterfront location, included breakfast and conference facilities.