Hotel 3 Bintang di Hønefoss

We hadn't planned to stay here, we had planned on a very early (0400) departure to drive from Geilo to Oslo Gardemoen at the end of a skiing trip. But the weather forecast was looking a bit unfavourable, so we thought it would be prudent to not risk the snow and ice, but break the back of the journey the night prior. Hønnefoss is a natural location; two hours plus from Geilo and within an hour of Gardemoen made it look like a good place to stop. Two things worth noting: firstly rates can be quite a bit cheaper than the Gardemoen airport hotel rates (plus airport hotels always seem to have more noise from fellow guests' late arrivals / early departures). Secondly, when checking ******* and ***********, both showed no availability. However, going to the Scandic website direct, we managed to book a family room, at short-notice, for NOK1895. Two adjacent rooms (ie, a family room), breakfast included, seemed to be pretty good value. Although we arrived just before 2200, the reception was manned and we received a warm welcome. Parking is a bit of a pain; we parked just over the road in front of the hotel, but it charges all through the night and is pretty expensive. Cheaper than a fine I guess, but still a bit alien to us Brits where parking charges tend not to be applied at night. Anyway, the reception area is bright and welcoming, with all you might expect to find with the Scandic brand. Plus a pool table and shuffleboard. The room was OK. Actually it was a bit tired, which does seem to be a bit if a Scandic Hønnefoss trend. But it was for one night, nine hours, so it did the job. Plus points: comfortable bed, nice lighting, warm, big TV, mini-fridge, and was quiet. Minus points: a bit small, other furniture and general decor a bit worn, and the mini-fridge had a glass door so we had an unwanted night light. We unplugged the mini fridge. Issue solved. Bathroom was fine, actually seemed to be modernised. Being a family room, had a mobile seat for the shower. Clean, lots of hot water and the standard Scandic toiletries. The smaller family room had its own sink unit. Breakfast was included, and is the standard Scandic breakfast, through perhaps not quite as 'rock-star' as those I've enjoyed at Scandic Gardemoen. Trondheim and Bodø (but it's smaller, and so I guess scaled appropriately). But is still very good, usual selection of cereals, fruit, yoghurt, cheese and meats, bread, pastries, hot dishes. And a waffle maker! So take away the slightly tired room furniture and decor, this was a great place to stop over and we would happily stay here again. There is also more to this hotel than we had the opportunity to discover on such a short stay.

Grand Hotel Hønefoss is centrally located in Hønefoss, a 4-minute walk from Fengselet and 6 minutes by foot from Sondre Park. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Honefoss Stadium and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Veien Kulturminnepark.Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily.The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 39 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.

Located in Ringerike, Klækken Hotell is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Sondre Park and Ringerikes Museum. This upscale hotel is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Honefoss Stadium and 4.1 mi (6.5 km) from Ringkollen Alpin.Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including a health club, an outdoor pool, and an indoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 156 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.