Hjelle Hotel

Family-run hotel on the Oppstrynsvatnet Fjord since 1896

Amenities

Hjelle Hotel offers a private beach area on Oppstrynsvatnet Fjord with a free rowing boat for guests. The hotel has a sauna (100 NOK per person) and a fitness centre, plus bicycle rental and fishing services. Electric vehicle charging stations (3) are available on site, and guests can borrow rowing boats, rent kayaks, or play table tennis and billiards.

Rooms

Guest rooms at Hjelle Hotel are classically decorated and have private bathrooms; some offer canopy beds and private balconies with fjord views. Economy Double Rooms are located in a separate motel building with private entrance and tables outside featuring lake and mountain views. Suites are spacious with large bathrooms and heated floors, and all rooms have free WiFi.

Location

Hjelle sits on the shore of Oppstrynsvatnet Fjord, surrounded by mountains, with Jostedalsbreen National Park just 5 km away. Stryn Ski Centre is a 30-minute drive, and hiking trails, the Loen Skylift, and Geiranger are within easy reach. The hotel has a scenic lakeside setting with direct access to the water and a private beach area.

Dining

The hotel restaurant serves a daily 3-course dinner buffet using locally sourced ingredients, with vegetarian, gluten-free, and vegan options available. Breakfast includes freshly baked bread by owner Emma and a wide selection of items. Guests can order packed lunches and fill coffee bottles for a small fee during breakfast.

Family and Pets

Hjelle Hotel provides family rooms and a baby-friendly environment, with toys available for toddlers and a children's play area. Pets are welcome, and the hotel can arrange a table in the reception area for guests with dogs. The hotel grounds include a garden, picnic area, and access to a rowing boat that families can use together.

• Activities: Free rowing boat, kayak rental, cycling, fishing, table tennis, billiards
• Wellness: Sauna and fitness center on-site
• Location: 5 km from Jostedalsbreen National Park, 30 min from Stryn Ski Centre
• Dining: Daily 3-course dinner buffet with locally sourced ingredients
• History: Family-run since 1896 with Swiss-style wood architecture
• EV Charging: 3 electric vehicle charging stations