Experience Fretheim Hotel's warm atmosphere near Flåm Railway. Start your day with a hearty breakfast buffet, then unwind at the garden or explore the nearby Flam Marina. With amenities like a ski shuttle, library, and multilingual staff, you'll find convenience and connection.
Placing you just steps from Flåm Railway, Fretheim Hotel features a ski shuttle. The lobby lounge is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Restaurant Arven, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. A snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Ski passes are also available. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
At a glance
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Hotel size
122 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (NOK 150 per day)
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Offsite
Ski shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Playground
What to do
Ski passes
Ski shuttle (surcharge)
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Working away
7 meeting rooms
Conference center (1668 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
4 buildings/towers
Built in 1879
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Fireplace in lobby
Banquet hall
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Ski
Ski passes
Ski shuttle (surcharge)
Downhill skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Restaurant Arven - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required.
Lobby Bar - This lobby lounge serves light fare only. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Ski shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for NOK 300 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NOK 350 per accommodation, per day
Parking
Self parking costs NOK 150 per day
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Fretheim Hotel Aurland
Fretheim Aurland
Fretheim Hotel Hotel
Fretheim Hotel Aurland
Fretheim Hotel Hotel Aurland
Frequently asked questions
Does Fretheim Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Fretheim Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Fretheim Hotel?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of NOK 350 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Fretheim Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs NOK 150 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Fretheim Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Fretheim Hotel and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like downhill skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for boat tours and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Fretheim Hotel?
Yes, Restaurant Arven offers local and international cuisine.
What's the area around Fretheim Hotel like?
Fretheim Hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Flam Station and 3 minutes' walk from Flam Marina.
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Fretheim Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently excellent with a commendable variety and choices. (56 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2025
Great Stay
Great stay. Older style hotel but rooms decent sized and beds comfortable. Good buffet breakfast. Great location- easy walk when arriving by train and easy to get to the ferry.
Boey-Leng
Boey-Leng, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Gorgeous hotel in a magnificent location. Restaurant is superb with fantastic selection
Midge
Midge, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Beautiful hotel, nice and professional
Payam
Payam, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2025
Nice older hotel in Flam
Close to everything
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 15, 2025
Great stay
Cinthia
Cinthia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
Excellent location, spotlessly clean, very friendly, pleasant staff. Breakfast excellent with commendable variety and choices.
Janis
Janis, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2025
Wonderful location. Amazing views. Quiet and peaceful.
Randolph
Randolph, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
The hotel was both elegant and comfortable, and the decor was beautiful! Perfect location!
Leslie
Leslie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2025
Best breakfast, comfy beds, lovely staff.
tina
tina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2025
Great location and great breakfast. Friendly front desk staff.
Judy
Judy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Great location, superb staff. Very enjoyable staff. Standard menu needs more vegetarian items.
Karla
Karla, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 15, 2025
Quite and convenient for a nights stay.
Rajan
Rajan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2025
Convenient and beautiful
Talma
Talma, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2025
The hotel was immaculatly clean, try the dinner buffet if you can
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2025
Very good and love this place :)))
Sathirada
Sathirada, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2025
Great stay!
Wonderful location, delightful view, delicious breakfast, enjoyable bar. And a very nice room!
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
Highly Recommend Fretheim
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Fretheim Hotel. It has everything you need for a comfortable stayin Flam Valley.
Pamela
Pamela, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Fantastic view of fjord. Convenient to everything.
William
William, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2025
Beautiful area, friendly and helpful staff, great food and beautiful views in restaurant/dining area. Thank you!
Janet
Janet, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
This was our first time at the Fretheim hotel and to Flåm. We really enjoyed our stay. This was a very convenient location with lots of amenities nearby. The rooms were clean and presentable. For improvement, the rooms could have more added lighting and al
Suman
Suman, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 5, 2025
Great location, charming property. Price for food was outrageous and the quality was mediocre at best. Charge
Dale
Dale, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 15, 2025
Close to the Flam train station. Breakfast was great.
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2025
This hotel is very nice. It is an old building that has been sympathetically updated. It is in the perfect place, a few minutes walk from the train line.
Breakfast was very good with the added attraction of amazing views of the fjord.
susan
susan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 26, 2025
Beautiful hotel in stunning surroundings! The WiFi wasn’t working in our room, otherwise everything was amazing! Thank you
Nataliya
Nataliya, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2025
Nice hotel and the beds were comfortable. Breakfast was great; lots of options. The lobby was nice and had a water pitcher for water and one for coffee. The hotel overlooked the town.