Best Unique Stays in Norway

Featuring a garden, Fjord house with a private bay, boats and sauna! provides accommodations in Etnesjøen. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the vacation home's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. Providing a terrace and sea views, the spacious vacation home includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, cable flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and a shower. The comfortable, air-conditioned accommodation also comes with soundproofing and a fireplace. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Fishing and hiking are possible within the area, and the vacation home offers a private beach area. "Haugesund, Karmøy" Airport is 51 miles away.

- "Amazing place. Would have loved to stay longer!!" - "Perfect place for 2 families with kids."

You'll find snorkeling, kayaking, and more on site at this smoke-free houseboat. With convenient uncovered onsite parking, you'll be ready to make the 21-minute drive to Hurtigruten Terminal or the 15-minute drive to Vannkanten Waterworld.

Relax in the garden (enjoy the children's pool!) or sip a drink on the balcony or patio of this houseboat. For a change of scenery, come inside and enjoy the free WiFi and TV.

A living room, a dining area, premium bedding, and air conditioning are featured at this 1-bedroom rental. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, towels, and shampoo. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a microwave. And you can even pack a bit lighter because there's a washer and dryer.

- "Great place. We enjoyed staying at this property more than anything in our Norway trip. Owner of the property was very nice and helpful."

The iconic DFDS ferry sailing from Oslo to Copenhagen travels across Skagerrak and Kattegat, stopping in Frederikshavn on the way. Guests sleep comfortably in cabins at night and can enjoy the sunlight on the open deck during the day. The duration of the trip is 17 hours. All cabins have a private private bathroom with a shower and toilet. Certain guest rooms have a desk or seating area. Superior rooms have breakfast included. Guests on board can choose between an array of dining options. The Italian restaurant Little Italy serves simple and delicious pizzas and pasta, while Espresso House has a selection of cold and warm beverages, as well as pastries and sandwiches. Explorers Bistro serves a mix of Nordic and international dishes a la carte, while Explorers steakhouse features perfectly cooked steaks and ribs. After dinner, guests can grab a drink in the wine bar, listen to live music in the pub or dance the night away in the nightclub. Sea Shop offers tax-free shopping with a variety of designer clothes and accessories, quality wines and spirits, as well as Scandinavian sweets and homeware. Children can enjoy a range of activities on the ferry, including a children's club with maritime entertainment. There is also a pool and a hot tub available for a surcharge. This one-way cruise departs from DFDS Terminal at Vippetangen in Oslo and arrives at DFDS Terminal at Dampfærgevej in Copenhagen. A shuttle bus is available for a surcharge. Departures are at 15:00 every day, with an arrival at 10:00 the next morning. Afterwards, you’ll be free to explore what the city has to offer.

- "Love it" - "Beautiful cruise ship from Oslo, Norway to Copenhagen, Denmark." - "The Ferry was a true adventure; our window faced forward & we enjoyed the sunset!" - "This trip was a fun and enjoyable way to travel between countries. The cost for travel and accommodation was not only en" - "Great way to travle between two countries" - "Good." - "Good but too small room with children"

Riverfront campground with a coffee shop and a bar
This smoke-free campground features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a coffee shop/cafe. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and dry cleaning.
All accommodations are soundproofed and offer free WiFi and showers. Refrigerators and electric kettles are among the other amenities that guests will find. Housekeeping is available on request.
Tromsø Lodge & Camping offers 58 accommodations. This Tromsø campground provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "The cabin was beautiful, so comfortable, very warm and accommodated the party of four very easily. We walked everywhere and we needed a taxi. It picked us up from our front door. Also, the food at the cabin was delicious." - "Nice and quiet place to stay, very friendly staff. It's a cute cabin, everything you needs is there. " - "Booked this hotel for a group of 4. Couldn't have asked for better, great location away from the main island, with amazing views and easy access to the cable car. Room was able to warm up fast, shower was good, and the entire cabin was spacious. Breakfast was as expected for a continental and a little expense as around £14 per person, but I've had much worse. Hotel was around a 45 minute walk to the city centre, and the airport is around 10 minutes away via Uber. Staff were great as we had to do some unique changes to our stay and they allowed us to stay in the same room across a different booking. Thanks for making our stay great "

Norwegian Fjord Explorer Line is a recently renovated boat in Tromsø where guests can make the most of its open-air bath and terrace. The air-conditioned accommodations are a 4-minute walk from The Polar Museum. The accommodation provides luggage storage space, a concierge service, and organizing tours for guests. At the boat, the units are fitted with a outdoor furniture. At the boat, every unit includes a seating area. The breakfast offers buffet, continental, or vegetarian options. A mini-market is available at the boat. During the colder months, guests can enjoy winter sports in the surrounding area. An indoor play area is also available for guests at the boat. Popular points of interest near Norwegian Fjord Explorer Line include Tromsø City Hall, The Art Museum of Northern Norway, and The Arctic Cathedral. "Tromsø, Langnes" Airport is 3.1 miles away.

- "Cozy and friendly lodging." - "Special stay" - "SPLENDID" - "A stay transformed into a genuine arctic experience" - "GET OUT OF THE BOX AND TRY NEW EXPERIENCES" - "Nice experience to stay a night in a ship. Bed was good. Staff is really frinedly and helpful. We liked our overnight." - "It was exactly what I needed after doing a long and draining drive trough Troms/Finnmark. Loved it!" - "basic facility but clean and comfortable"

Campground with a restaurant, near Gallery East of the Sun
A restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and self parking are available at this campground. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and a free grocery shopping service are onsite.
All accommodations are soundproofed and offer free WiFi and showers. Other amenities available to guests include coffee makers. Housekeeping is not available.
Nordkapp Camping offers 25 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. This Nordkapp campground provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "The room was as clean & functional , kitchen well equipped. The lovely lady at reception was welcoming & informative. Location is within easy access of Nordkapp - the reason for your trip " - "Great place and thanks to Expedia for providing a fabulous deal ..when every other property around this location was way too expensive, this was a deal that was great!! The place was warm and welcoming... The Reception was super! Friendly and sharing abundant information that was very helpful. Overall, a super great experience!! Highly recommend!!"

Featuring a terrace, a restaurant as well as a bar, DFDS MiniCruise Oslo - Copenhagen - Oslo is located in the center of Oslo, a 10-minute walk from Akershus Fortress. The property is around 6.3 miles from Sognsvann Lake, one mile from Rockefeller Music Hall and 2.1 miles from Munch Museum. The cruise has an indoor pool, nightclub and a kids' club. The cruise offers a buffet or continental breakfast. Speaking Danish, English, Norwegian and Swedish, staff are willing to help at the 24-hour front desk. Popular points of interest near DFDS MiniCruise Oslo - Copenhagen - Oslo include Oslo Central Station, Oslo Spektrum Music Arena and Oslo Bus Terminal. Oslo Airport is 30 miles from the property.

- "Very happy would recommend to anyone" - "Fantastic mini cruise" - "Fun and too short" - "DFDS mini cruise" - "Value for money" - "It is a great, unusual and affordable experience"

Family-friendly campground in Trysil with free parking
Coffee/tea in a common area, spa services, and a microwave in a common area are available at this campground. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room.
All 14 accommodations feature kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops, plus free WiFi and furnished patios. Coffee makers and electric kettles are among the other amenities that guests will find. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is available on request.
Sæteråsen Hytter & Camping offers 14 accommodations. Rooms open to furnished patios. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, stovetops, and coffee/tea makers. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Great stay for me and the lad. Everything we needed for a Trysil break. " - "Beautiful atmosphere. So quiet and fresh air, I have not slept this good since I was a baby! Very cheap accomodation compared to others, then we could enjoy extra money on shopping and restaurants, ski tickets etc in charming Trysil centrum 10 mins away. It is 2 stars so don't expect water or toilet inside cabin, but in main building you have big living room, kitchen, bathroom and toilets. Library with many games. We will come again."

12 miles from Bergen University in Bergen, Floating Villa Bergen provides accommodations with access to an open-air bath. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. The accommodation offers private check-in and check-out and bicycle parking for guests. Providing a terrace and sea views, the spacious boat includes 6 bedrooms, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 3 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a hot tub. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the patio, which also has outdoor furniture. The boat offers bed linen, towels, and laundry service. Guests at the boat will be able to enjoy activities in and around Bergen, like snorkeling, fishing, and hiking. University Museum of Bergen is 12 miles from Floating Villa Bergen, while Rosenkrantz Tower is 13 miles away. "Bergen, Flesland" Airport is 14 miles from the property.

- "Wonderful and very unique experience. Highly Recommend!" - "Perfect" - "Amazing stay, helpful host, and has everything you need" - "Exceptional again" - "Amazing and unique stay!" - "Wonderful place to stay we wish we could have stayed longer! We were 2 families with 4 teenagers, the house was extremel" - "Unique and forever memorable."

Campground in Ålesund with free parking
Laundry facilities, a garden, and a picnic area are available at this smoke-free campground. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
All 28 accommodations provide conveniences like sitting areas and refrigerators, plus free WiFi and balconies or patios. Stovetops, electric kettles, and showers are among the other amenities available to guests.
Volsdalen Camping offers 28 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. This Ålesund campground provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

- "The Cabin was comfortable, had one cooking place and a boiler, terrace with a view, and the Camping site had several showers and a well-equipped kitchen" - "Helped us register for a 130am arrival 1 day in advance. Thanks " - "TUTTO OK; PROPRIO QUELLO CHE CERCAVO PER PASSARE UNA NOTTE DI PASSAGGIO" - "We found the camping very easily. At the reception people were friendly and helpful. The cabin was in a beautiful position, with view at the sea. The camping is at 20-30 minute distance from the town. "

Just a 4-minute walk from Møhlenpris Badeplass Beach and 0.8 miles from Bergen University, Sailing Yachts - no SHOWER features accommodations in Bergen, with a garden. The property is around 3.1 miles from Rosenkrantz Tower, 3.1 miles from Hakon’s Hall, and a 19-minute walk from Grieg Hall. The boat offers sea views, a terrace, and free Wifi is available throughout the property. A fridge and kitchenware are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the boat, the units include bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the boat include University Museum of Bergen, Damsgard Country Mansion, and St. John's Church. The nearest airport is "Bergen, Flesland" Airport, 9.3 miles from Sailing Yachts - no SHOWER.

- "Great location and I liked staying on the boat." - "The outside and interior has pronounced fuel odor, especially in main sleeping area. I overcame it." - "A 12 meter yacht"

Beachfront campground for sun and fun
Guests at this beach campground will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a playground and barbecue grills.
All 45 accommodations provide free WiFi, refrigerators, and stovetops.
Solstrand Camping offers 45 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.
Recreational amenities at the campground include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "-" - "very friendly, nice place in very good price " - "Clean and comfortable wooden house on an old-time campsite close to the water. The staff was helpfull and parking next to the house was convenient." - "Well kept premises, very friendly personnel, nice location. Would go back again without hesitation." - "Nice ocean view apartment " - "Veldig bra for prisen. Utrolig skjekk sted." - "Pretty quiet in November.....Ocean view from our apartment, as promised, but had to look over a full parking of winter- deserted caravan trailers to see it ! Got another apartment than we had booked, but the same amenities, although you had to keep logging back into the wi-fi, since it dropped out frequently ! Comfortable beds, great shower, fridge and stove worked, once you figured out how to turn it on.......- no instructions for that or tv or wi-fi......... Other than that, it was a great stay !"

Yacht - without SHOWER is located in Bergen, just 3.1 miles from Rosenkrantz Tower and 3.1 miles from Hakon’s Hall. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace. The boat has a private beach area and an electric vehicle charging station. With free Wifi, this 2-bedroom boat offers a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the sea views. The property offers mountain views. Popular points of interest near the boat include Møhlenpris Badeplass Beach, Bergen University, and University Museum of Bergen. The nearest airport is "Bergen, Flesland" Airport, 9.3 miles from Yacht - without SHOWER.

- "Not very clean, so take it into account when assessing the price"

Family fun on the beach
Guests at this beach campground will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a playground and barbecue grills.
All 5 accommodations offer refrigerators.
Dalsøren Camping offers 5 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Recreational amenities at the campground include a private beach and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "My hubby and I happened upon this campground in 2024 and when I came back in 2025 with my aunt and dad, I made a point to stay here a couple nights. We love this place." - "Not having used camp sites before, we were not sure what to expect. We had a room with a view of the spectacular Sognefjord on a beautiful day. The room had a nice balcony, was quite roomy, the common shower area was clean, as were the bathrooms. Well priced. " - "Beautiful camping site right by the lake. Minus for no hot water in the shower and very expensive/limited food. Overall a good experience "

Porsgrunn Centrum Boat Hotel features free Wifi and rooms with air conditioning in Porsgrunn. This boat offers a terrace. When staying at the boat, guests can use private entrance. Porsgrunn Centrum Boat Hotel provides guests with a patio, river views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. There's also a stovetop, kitchenware, and a coffee machine. At the boat, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Telemark Kanal is 5.8 miles from the accommodation. "Sandefjord, Torp" Airport is 28 miles from the property.

- "Wonderful experience staying in a boat hotel during peak winter time" - "100% worth the stay!!"

Campground with free parking, 8-minute walk to Karmøy Golf Club
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free campground has express check-in and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecue grills and a picnic area.
All 11 soundproofed accommodations feature free WiFi and pillowtop beds. Comforts include premium bedding and pillow menus, and guests will also find conveniences like refrigerators and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available on request.
Skudenes Camping offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and hair dryers can be requested.

- "It’s was a good value. It was clean and functional. We had a rental car and our location was close to the sea and many scenic towns." - "I would come back here anytime, great place. One of the nicest places we stayed in our twenty one days in Norway." - "Very new and well maintained facilities. The cabins are cute and modern."

Charming houseboat offers accommodations in Bergen, 3.4 miles from Rosenkrantz Tower and 3.5 miles from Hakon’s Hall. The property is around a 7-minute walk from Damsgard Country Mansion, 2 miles from St. John's Church, and 2.1 miles from Grieg Hall. Bergen Maritime Museum is 1.1 miles from the boat and Bergen Art Museum is 2.8 miles away. The boat is composed of 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchenette, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are available in the boat. The property offers sea views. Popular points of interest near the boat include Møhlenpris Badeplass Beach, Bergen University, and University Museum of Bergen. "Bergen, Flesland" Airport is 6.8 miles from the property.

Child Friendly • Security/Safety

Bayside campground with a marina and a fitness center
A marina, a restaurant, and a fitness center are available at this campground. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite.
All 39 accommodations offer free WiFi.
Raet Camping offers 39 accommodations. This Arendal campground provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the campground include a fitness center.

- "There is no bath in the tent, while noted in Hotels.com as the tent facilities! No breakfast in the restaurant. No place to wash the dishes. Rather expensive, almost at price of a room in a hotel in Arendal center! There are very few benches! However; Good restaurant with nice people. Beautiful area. Close to Arendal and Risor Close to beach"

Located in Kvam in the Hordaland region, Fun in the fjords of Norway! Free SUP, kajakk & kano included in boathouse has a balcony and sea views. It features a terrace, city views and free WiFi throughout the property. This holiday home comes with 4 bedrooms, a kitchen with a fridge and a dishwasher, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 2 bathrooms equipped with a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. The nearest airport is Bergen, Flesland Airport, 78 km from the holiday home.

Child Friendly • Balcony/Terrace • Internet • Parking • Pet Friendly

Beach campground in Tjeldsund with free parking
Guests at this beach campground will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area.
All 35 accommodations provide conveniences like refrigerators and coffee makers, plus free WiFi and stovetops.
Tjeldsundbrua Camping offers 35 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. This Tjeldsund campground provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "This was a cabin within a camping ground, so there really weren't regular hotel services. We were given access to the washer and dryer on site but the washer didn't work well and the dryer was almost non-functional. The shower didn't have enough hot water to get through a single shower. WiFi was not very stable, but adequate if you were patient. Was able to catch up on e-mail and make Skype calls ok when other campers weren't around. Milo, the receptionist, was exceptional. He was extremely helpful and was flexible in allowing us to stay a night, skip a couple so we could spend time in Lofoten, and return. The cabin was very comfortable, quiet and we had a partial view of the water in our backyard. Overall, it was a nice stay even though we were roughing it a bit."