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Hotel Union Geiranger
Geiranger, Norway · Independent · Accessible Luxury
Hotel Union Geiranger opened in 1891 in Dragon Style, the national-romantic woodwork of late-nineteenth-century Norway, and the Mjelva family has kept it for four generations. Restaurant Julie is named for Julie Mjelva, the first of them to run the house. Geirangerfjord sits at the door; De Historiske still counts it among Norway's historic hotels.
- 197 rooms
- Opened 1891
About Hotel Union Geiranger
- More than 130 years of continuous Mjelva family stewardship.
- Historic Hotels Worldwide member; indoor and outdoor pools plus a spa with a hammam.
- Restaurant Julie honours Julie Mjelva, the first family member to run the hotel.
History
Hotel Union Geiranger opened in 1891 and remains one of Norway's best-known historic fjord hotels, built in the ornate Dragon Style associated with a national romantic look in late-19th-century Norway. The hotel has been run by the Mjelva family for four generations, more than 130 years of continuous family line.
Its setting at Geirangerfjord has always been central to its identity. The hotel identifies itself as a member of De Historiske Hotel og Spisesteder, the Norwegian association of historic hotels and restaurants. Restaurant Julie is named for Julie Mjelva, the first member of the family to run the hotel.
The setting
23 km from Route 15.
Experiences
- Tur til Skageflå — Hiking trip to the historic mountain farm Skageflå with view of the Dei Sju Systre waterfalls.
- Zipline via Ferrata Geiranger — Combination of zipline and via ferrata in Geiranger Naturpark.
- Fjordkajakk i Geiranger — Guided fjord kayak tour on the UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjorden.
- Ribbåt med tur til Skageflå — Boat transport to the start of the Skageflå hike, one way or return.
- Ølsmaking frå lokalt bryggeri i Mollaløa — Beer tasting from a local brewery in Mollaløa, arranged on request.
- DJ i nattklubben — DJ in the hotel's nightclub, arranged on request.
Amenities
- Spa
- Pool
- Sauna
- Hammam
- Hot tub
- Fitness center
- Pet-friendly
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