Ski and snowboard down one of the 40 slopes in this Norwegian mountain village. (See Reference #4) Less than a one-hour drive from the capital city of Oslo, Geilo provides hotels that offer off-season discounts and family deals. With a population of less than 3,000 people, the hotels are within a short drive from many of the popular sites including Vestlia Golf Course, hiking at Hardanger Mountain and rafting down the Numedalslågen River. (See Reference #5)
Located in the heart of Geilo, Thon Hotel Highland provides 157 smoke-free accommodations with a small living room, complimentary Internet, safes and bathrobes. Family rooms can sleep up to four guests. Amenities include an indoor swimming pool, sauna, fitness room with cardiovascular machines and a spa facility with six therapy rooms. The hotel offers five conference rooms that can each accommodate 100 people. The hotel provides five on-site restaurants. For a quick bite stop by United Bakeries where you can purchase sandwiches and coffee. For something more romantic, make reservations at Cafe Leo where you can dine on steak while surrounded by Edvard Munch's artwork.
Thon Hotel Highland
Lienvegen 11
3580 Geilo Norway
011-47-32-09-61-00
thonhotels.com/highland
Situated just outside downtown Geilo, the Ustedalen Hotell Geilo is a family owned and operated hotel that dates back to the 1890's. The 86 smoke-free guest rooms include double, single and family rooms and offer floor heating, satellite TV, Internet access and mountain views. If you need extra space, three apartments that can sleep up to 10 guests are located on site and provide living rooms, full-kitchens, verandas and fireplaces. Pets are allowed to stay in guest rooms. An indoor swimming pool, playroom and a piano bar add to the entertainment. The hotel's restaurant prepares local cuisine and traditional Norwegian dishes.
Ustedalen Hotell AS
Gamleveien 32
3580 Geilo Norway
011-32-09-67-00
ustedalen.no
Recently renovated in 2008, the Thorn Hotel Vestlia is a ski resort which offers 134 smoke-free guest rooms, each with a sitting area, free Internet and minibar. Suite rooms include separate spacious living rooms. A spa facility with nine rooms, an indoor swimming pool, fitness room and a conference center that can accommodate 250 guests add to the amenities. The hotel's on-site restaurant provides a seasonal menu that includes French, Italian and Norwegian cuisines. After hitting the slopes all day, stop by the on-site bar and relax with a beverage on the plush couches.
Thon Hotel Vestlia
Bakkestolvegen 81
3580 Geilo Norway
011-47-32-08-72-00
thonhotels.com/veslia
