Thon Hotel Rosenkrantz, Bergen, Norway
Discover Beautiful Bergen, Norway
My father’s side of the family hails from Alesund, Norway. I’ve always wanted to visit Bergen, Norway – the gateway to the Fjords of Norway. Be warned, Bergen is expensive to visit, as are most Norwegian cities. With that in mind, I’ll share my lodging secret with you. Thon Hotels – with properties in Norway, Sweden, Belgium and Holland, is affordable and a good value.
Hotel Rosenkrantz – Ideally Situated
Thon Hotel Rosenkrantz has an excellent location to Bergen’s downtown and the well known wharf area. The entire city is deemed a UNESCO WORLD Heritage City, but the popular spots appear to be the Fish Market, the Finicular to Mount Floyuen and the many Bergen art museums; all within walking distance of Thon Hotel Rosenkrantz.
The 129 room Thon Rosenkrantz has 18 smoking rooms and one handicapped room that is currently under-going renovation. Several of the rooms are pet-friendly. There is a television, telephone and vending machine type mini fridge for drinks and snacks.
If you didn’t get enough exercise walking Bergen, the hotel has an agreement for guests to use the nearby gym. Those looking to stay connected will appreciate the free wi-fi in room and large desk with good lighting. There is also a complimentary computer for guest use, however, it was not operating during my visit. Every staff encounter, from front desk to restaurant, to house-keeping was friendly and polite.
Room with a View
My room, #215, is a standard single and rents for 1,395 Norwegian Kroner (Norway is not part of the EU.) While most places accept US credit cards and euro, it is best to ask what form of currency is accepted in advance of your stay. Room #215 is accessible via elevator and stairs. The room faces out to a side street and local garden. There is street noise, so bring earplugs if you are a light sleeper.
Bathroom Efficiencies
While I am happy to have my own bathroom and shower at Thon Rosenkrantz, I take issue with the shower drainage. The shower allows direct access to the shared floor in front of the bathroom sink, where an electric hairdryer awaits your use. I used a towel to mop up the pooling water in front of the sink basin, yet I was still weary to use the hair dryer, not wanting to test my body’s ability to transfer electricity.
Breakfast and Dinner Included
Budget conscientious travelers will appreciate the fact that breakfast and dinner are included in the price of lodging. Breakfast is served from 6:30-10 a.m. and includes juices, coffee, hot chocolate and espresso, hot buffet, fruit, cereals, meats, cheeses and wonderful – and I do mean wonderful – local breads.
Dinner is considered a light supper by Norwegian standards, but I found the hot entree, homemade soup, salad and fruit quite filling. Americans will be surprised to learn that Norwegians eat their waffles for dessert. I almost passed up making myself a waffle, thinking I would have one the next morning at breakfast. Good thing I changed my mind, as no waffle maker appeared in the morning. Along with the breads, the waffles are a carb-lovers dream come true. Slather on some of the raspberry, strawberry or lingonberry jam and you’ll have yourself a party. Supper is served Monday-Thursday from 6-9 p.m.
If You Go:
Thon Hotel Rosenkrantz +47 55 30 14 14
Rosenkrantzgate 7, N-5003 Bergen, Norway
Related Post:
Things to Do in Bergen, Norway
Article written by and photos courtesy of Travel Writer Nancy D. Brown of What a Trip I was a guest of Thon Hotels. For more information on Norway, go to:
VisitNorway.com/us and VisitBergen.com.
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