Luxury hotels and fine dining restaurants in Norway

Travel to Norway 

 To enjoy Norway is to immerse yourself in nature. And here, in what feels like the edge of the world, you will find a type of nature that’s unspoiled, magnificent, even raw in its splendor. Just on the edge of Europe, yet a world away, Norway’s stunning countryside–rugged coastlines, dramatic scenery, soaring mountains, forests, islands and lakes–creates a feeling of peace and serenity you can genuinely lose yourself in. Our luxury hotels in Norway are your gateway to all this majesty. 

Holidays in Norway–breathtaking views in all directions 

 And nor is this likely to be terrain and an environment that you’re familiar with. Vast fjords that are as brutal as they are beautiful–the result of a glacial past that carved these epic grooves into hard rock. Where they go deep, the mountains go high–a stark reminder of cataclysmic tectonic forces at play, now quiet, of course. Some 43 glaciers remain perched at the top of those snow-topped mountains. 

 Add to that the mystery that comes attached to Norway’s geographic position–something that lends Norway its nickname: the Land of the Midnight Sun. In summers, much of the country can experience up to 20 hours of daylight per day (in winters, daylight hours are short). Even more intrigue comes after dark: the Aurora Borealis–romantic getaways in Norway a specialty. 

Welcome to the Land of the Midnight Sun: Relais & Châteaux in Norway  

 Our luxury hotels in Norway are most certainly at one with this epic natural backdrop. In fact, all this nature is why so many of the original hotels were originally established–to host travelers looking for an escape. You will get a sense of how Norwegians have learned to live in harmony with this environment through their architecture and décor, their history and culture–and how their traditions have merged with their contemporary lifestyle. 

 Our hotels in Norway are located in enviable positions, with picturesque views over the fjords, in or close to national parks, surrounded by dense forest and always with craggy mountains looming over everything. Centuries-old wooden buildings lend an authentic feeling, while cozy interiors and open fires mean however much the wind is blowing outside, you’ll always feel at home indoors. Traditional-inspired décor and old-world charm meets modern comfort, so our facilities and guest rooms tick very box of today’s worldly adventures. Our luxury hotels in Norway are a little like stepping back in time, but without losing any of the benefits of the modern day. 

Fine dining restaurants in Norway: traditional fare meets modern inventiveness 

 While you may feel suitably separated from real life, you’ll find Norway’s food culture easily keeps pace with more cosmopolitan, international surrounds. You’ll find traditional Norwegian dishes and ingredients given a modern makeover with seasonal produce, sourced from local suppliers who are on first-name terms with our chefs. Think fresh-caught fish, seafood and caviar (we’re able to reserve the best before it’s sent to the towns and cities or for export), meat from animals raised on surrounding fields, fruits and vegetables too, plus opportunistic foraging.  

 As is traditional, what can’t be eaten immediately is preserved–hence why there’s a cheese-making culture and a passion for fermenting that started long before its modern culinary appeal–adding a piquant touch to many dishes. The chefs in our gastronomic restaurants in Norway tend to have international experience, or bring classic (often French) training to bear, in formal but lighter interpretations of the food that wealthy travelers, adventurers and royalty from the past would have enjoyed. 

The best luxury hotels in Norway to take advantage of its outdoor splendor 

 Our concierges can advise on where to find the best places for winter sports–downhill or Nordic skiing and snow-shoe walking. Hiking at other times of year, along with biking, or getting on the water in a canoe, can also be arranged. Hosts can lead guests on treks to mountain outposts for cozy stops with panoramic views of the mountains and glaciers. Or rent electric vehicles (including Porsches) to explore the terrain on your terms–along with insisting on local suppliers, it’s a good example how our eco-hotels in Norway are contributing to keeping the pure air just that way. 

The family spirit of our luxury hotels in Norway 

 As with all our properties around the world, our luxury hotels in Norway operate at the heart of their communities. And that’s more than just a promise–you’ll find staff who are the latest generation to work in our hotels and restaurants, with parents and grandparents their antecedents and even the next generation coming through the ranks. Their friends and relatives from local towns and villages are also likely playing a part in your stay. Collectively, they’ll all welcome you as members of their extended family.