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Incredible Norway
Norway | Jun 3 - Jun 7, 2025

Rick
Rick Y.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

I enjoyed having kimkim as a partner on our family trip to Norway. From the early planning provided by Anders to the actual booking and logistics provided by Fenne, the operations and support team were excellent. I also appreciated Riccardo's proactive intervention to advise on a dinner reservation in Solvorn. Norway is a beautiful country and kimkim handled all of the legwork and coordination to make this a smooth and delightful experience.

Hotel Reviews
Radisson Blu Royal Hotel
Bergen

Stayed only one night. Staff are friendly. The elevators did not work properly the day we were there and appeared to be undergoing maintenance, probably not a big deal. However, worth noting is the elevator does not go down to the parking garage so bags needed to be brought in through the 1st floor lobby. Hotel room was clean and comfortable. What we really like about this hotel was its location. Bergen is a beautiful city and we were in walking distance of restaurants, shops, fun stores, and the harbor. We were also close to a funicular train that takes you up a hill for great views of the city.

Authenticity & Character
I think you could learn to love this hotel just based on its location.
Location
Great location with lots to do and see. Bergen is a completely charming city, and like all of Norway, everyone was quite friendly.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Walaker Hotel
Solvorn

Walaker is deep in history and tradition. My family had the pleasure to meet the owner and he took us on a brief tour of the original hotel building. We loved its beautiful location, but unfortunately could not stay long enough to see the historic church that is a ferry ride away. We also experienced a wonderful four-course dinner and the room was relatively secluded and private.

Authenticity & Character
You can feel the history!
Location
Nestled down a hill on the shores of Lustrafjord. Charming community with lots of history. Hiking nearby.
Staff
Everyone was very friendly and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotell Utsikten
Geiranger

It gets 4 stars primarily due to location, but other wise I was not real impressed with the hotel. Again we stayed only one night. No elevators and only one e-car charger was working.

Authenticity & Character
This is an older hotel and it exudes a charm all its own.
Location
Proximity to views of Geiranger.
Staff
Everyone was friendly and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The bathrooms were small but adequate.
Quality Hotel Ålesund
Ålesund

We only stayed one night and found the hotel to be clean and comfortable. Staff could have been a little more proactive by informing kimkim (or me) in advance that on the day of departure a marathon was being held which would shut down several roads in the city, including the road the hotel is on. Making our way to the airport was a mini-adventure.

Authenticity & Character
Location and layout of the common areas (reception, dining room, sitting rooms, etc.) contributed to the charm of the hotel.
Location
Enjoyed the location on the bay and found it was well positioned within a fun part of the city, close to restaurants and shopping. Would like to point out that in very close walking distance to the hotel there was a Chinese restaurant called HK. My family thought it was the best Chinese restaurant we ever ate in. The food was fresh, excellently prepared and tasted wonderful. This is saying a lot because we have dined in countless Chinese restaurants back home.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Geraingerfjord Safari by RIB
Geraingerfjord Safari by RIB
Geiranger

Great views of Geiranger. Informative and entertaining ride.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Art Nouveau Discovery by E-Bike
Art Nouveau Discovery by E-Bike
Ålesund

Had to cancel due to a misunderstanding on the departure time.

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