Highland Lodge, Geilo

Norway

Highland Lodge

Norway

Stylish apartments close to the resort centre with swimming pool & sauna

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Apartment
Self Catering
1000m to slopes
500m to Resort Centre
Bar & Lounge
Sunny terrace
Pool & sauna
On-site bakery

Overview

The Highland Lodge meets every mark if you’re looking to self-cater on your Norwegian ski trip – think modern apartments, with extra perks like an indulgent wellness area. It’s just on the edge of the village so you can walk five minutes to the bus stop to catch a ride to the slopes.

Back at the hotel, the design puts a fresh spin on cosy, with darker colours, low lighting and typically chic Scandi furniture. On the flip side, the white walls and light wood in the apartments give them a bright, fresh feel. Speaking of, each one comes with fully kitted kitchenette, so you’re sorted on the cooking front – and there’s even a dish washer to take care of clearing up afterwards.

If you fancy a night off from cooking, you can tuck into pizza at the Highland Pizzeria or sample local specialities at the Smakeriet à la carte restaurant. And the extras don’t stop there – wander to the bar to curl up with a glass of wine, go for a dip in the indoor pool, or watch the kids let loose in the soft play area and ball pit.

Description

Location

20 minute's walk to the Slaatta drag lifts, ski school meeting point and nursery slopes

5 minutes' walk to the ski bus stop

5 minutes' walk to the centre of Geilo

Rooms

All apartments have a kitchenette with oven, hob, fridge, dish washer, kettle and coffee machine, as well as a TV and a hairdryer. Bathrobes and slippers are at an optional extra charge. Towels, bed linen and end-of-stay cleaning is included.

Highland Lodge main building apartments:

1 bedroom apartment (approx. 40m²) - sleeps 1-4 (max 3 adults and 1 child up to 15 years old): Double or twin bedroom, double sofa bed, private shower or bath, WC and balcony.

1 bedroom apartment with balcony (40m²) - sleeps 1-2: Double or twin bedroom, private shower or bath, WC and balcony.

Studio apartment with terrace (32m²) - sleeps 1-4 (max 3 adults and 1 child up to 12 years old): Double or twin beds, double sofa bed, private shower or bath, WC and terrace.

Fjellandsby building apartments:

2 bedroom apartment with balcony or terrace (56m²) - sleeps 3-4: Double bedroom, second bedroom with either a double bed or bunk beds, private shower or bath, WC and balcony.

3 bedroom apartment with balcony or terrace (70m²) - sleeps 3-6: Double bedroom, second and third bedroom with either double bed or bunk beds, private shower or bath, WC and balcony.

Cots are available to hire for approx. kr300 (£21), payable locally.

Please note: Some apartments are located in the Fjellandsby building next door.

Facilities

Highland Bakery

Highland Pizzeria

Smakeriet à la carte restaurant

bar and lounge

sun terrace

heated indoor pool, kids' pool, sauna and gym

kids' playroom with soft play and ball pit

free WiFi

lifts to sixth floor

Catering

· self-catering apartments with kitchenette facilities

About Geilo

On the train line from Bergen to Oslo, Geilo is a quiet resort that is best suited to families and cross-country skiers. In fact, 'langlaufers' have hundreds of kilometres of tracks, as Geilo is one of the biggest centres in Norway. For downhill skiers there are 39 runs to chose from most of which cater for beginners and intermediates. There is excellent childcare and instruction and the resort facilities are all within a short distance.

Overall, Geilo is a small resort more geared towards cross-country than downhill skiing. It offers limited pistes, with a quiet and unrushed atmosphere, but not really a place for dedicated skiers.

Resort Attributes

Choice of Restaurants

Family Friendly

Good For Non-Skiers

Reliable Snow

Scenic

Snow Park

Resort Facilities

Child Care

Hot Tub

Ice Rink

Sauna