Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
The Best Western Rewards system operates at all Best Western hotels in Norway and
beyond, in addition to occasional summer deals.
Nordic Choice Hotels
Covering Clarion, Quality and Comfort Hotels, with the Nordic Choice Club you can earn
free nights if you stay in enough member hotels. In some Comfort Hotels, you get a light
evening buffet included in the price. Watch out for their new upmarket, boutique brand, the
Clarion Collection.
HOTEL
De Historiske
( 55 31 67 60;
www.dehistoriske.no
)
Although it's less a chain than a collection of historic hotels and there are no membership
options, it's always worth checking out the worthwhile De Historiske network, which links
Norway's most historic old hotels and restaurants. The quality on offer is consistently high,
every hotel is architecturally distinguished and many are family-run.
Admittedly, they can be expensive, but they are almost always worth it.
ACCOMMODATION SERVICE
Fjord Pass
(
www.fjordpass.no
;
2 adults & unlimited children under 15yr Nkr150)
The Fjord Pass enables discounts at 120 hotels, guesthouses, cabins and apartments
year-round; no free nights, but the discounts on nightly rates are considerable. Works best
if you book in advance through its website, rather than simply turning up and hoping for a
discount.
ACCOMMODATION SERVICE
Scandic Hotels
(Rica Hotels;
www.scandichotels.no
)
Scandic recently bought the Rica brand. The process of rebranding will take some time,
but expect the Rica name to disappear. The shape of the new rewards program is still be-
ing considered.
HOTEL
Thon Hotels
This program has free membership that qualifies you for discounts or free nights.
HOTEL
Private Homes
Tourist offices in some towns have lists of private rooms, which are among the cheapest
places to stay. In some cases, they allow you to stay with a Norwegian family. Prices vary,
