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( 99 22 19 99;
www.fredrikstadmotel.no
, in Norwegian;
Torsnesveien 16-18; tent with/without car Nkr170/110, motel s/d Nkr400/500, cabins
Nkr800; )
This multifaceted but largely uninspiring place, in the grounds of Kongsten
Fort, is nonetheless good for its proximity to the Old Town. From the centre, take any bus
(eg 362) headed for Torsnes.
NEW TOWN
Hotel Victoria
HISTORIC HOTEL €€
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( 69 38 58 00;
www.hotelvictoria.no
,
in Norwegian;
Turngaten 3; s/d mid-Jun-mid-Aug & Sat-Sun Nkr895/1020, Mon-Fri rest of yr
Nkr1240/1365; )
Thisplacehashadarecentmakeoverandhascommonareasfullof
period trimmings and sturdy, old-fashioned rooms, some of which have views to the trees
and the flowers of the neighbouring park. The staff are exceptionally helpful and friendly,
and if you book through the Fjord Pass system, you can get a substantial discount.
Hotel Valhalla
HISTORIC HOTEL €€
( 69 36 89 50;
www.hotelvalhalla.no
, in Norwegian; Valhallsgate 3; s Nkr695-750,
d Nkr895-1090; )
High on a hill overlooking the town, but within easy walking dis-
tance of the centre, this lovely old wooden house has comfortable, tidy rooms and good
views. It also has rooms in a new neighbouring block that mainly have IKEA to thank for
their furnishings. They do, though, have little kitchens for self-caterers. To get here, walk
to the northern end of Storgata and then, turning right, follow the hotel signs up the hill.
Eating
GAMLEBYEN
The Old Town is stuffed like a tin of sardines with places to eat.
Café Balaklava
INTERNATIONAL €€
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( 69 32 30 40; Færgeportgata 78; mains Nkr135-230;
noon-9pm)
CaféBalaklavaisacharming,well-runplacethatdevotestimeandcaretopre-
paring meals that vary from pasta and burger-style standards to barbecued steaks or gently
