Clarion Hotel Admiral, Bergen
A historic mid-range hotel with renovated rooms and a chic restaurant boasting one of the best views in Bergen.
Overview
This 209-room hotel boasts a direct view—perhaps the best in town—of Bergen’s historic wharf, which can be seen from the restaurant with a menu designed by celeb chef Marcus Samuelsson. Guests can also snag views from the free breakfast buffet and the lobby offering free water, coffee, and tea. All renovated rooms have contemporary decor and Rituals bath products, though the superior and deluxe categories may be worth the splurge for more space and balconies with potential views.
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Pros
- Enjoy a renovated hotel in a historic property with waterfront views of Bergen’s UNESCO-listed wharf, especially from the upscale restaurant, which offers indoor and outdoor seating.
- When it’s time to explore, guests are less than a 15-minute walk to top attractions like shopping, the fish market, and the Fløibanen Funicular.
- All rooms have modern decor, while superior and deluxe rooms have balconies—and a better chance at a front-facing view.
- An impressive breakfast buffet is included in the price and includes higher-quality additions like fresh juices and made-to-order omelet stations.
- Some standard rooms do not have views and may feel dark; it’s best to upgrade to superior or deluxe if you want to see Bergen’s mountains, waterfront, and/or historic wharf.