Vatnahalsen Hoyfjellshotell - Myrdal

Mountain hotel accessible only by the Flåm Railway in Myrdal

Location & Access

Vatnahalsen Hoyfjellshotell sits at 2700 ft elevation between fjords and mountains, accessible only by the Flåm Railway. The hotel is located 200 ft from Vatnahalsen station, a stop on the scenic Flåm Railway route. Wintertime access requires taking the train one stop from Myrdal to Vatnahalsen station, as walking is not possible due to snow.

Dining

The hotel offers a traditional restaurant serving buffet dinner with a focus on local ingredients and special diet menus. A self-service waffle station provides complimentary treats with thick cream and berry jam each afternoon. The lounge bar includes a pool table and fireplace, with a coffee house on site and complimentary coffee and tea available all day.

Rooms

Guest rooms at Vatnahalsen Høyfjellshotell overlook the lake and mountains, with family rooms available for groups. The rooms are simple and clean, without televisions, offering a quiet mountain retreat. Allergy-free rooms are available, and the hotel provides daily housekeeping and laundry services.

Activities

The hotel provides direct access to hiking routes, skiing, and fishing on Reinungavatnet lake. The Rallarvegen Navvies' Road cycling route passes through Vatnahalsen, considered Norway's most beautiful cycling route. Guests can also enjoy bike tours, walking tours, billiards, and a children's playground on site.

Amenities & Services

Vatnahalsen Høyfjellshotell includes a free sauna for guests, along with outdoor furniture and a picnic area in the garden. The hotel is pet-friendly, providing pet bowls, and has ski storage with ski-to-door access. Board games, puzzles, and a shared lounge/TV area are available for relaxation.

• Location: Accessible only by the Flåm Railway
• Rooms: Lake and mountain view rooms
• Dining: Traditional restaurant with local cuisine
• Activities: Rallarvegen cycling route, hiking, skiing
• Wellness: Free guest sauna
• Family: Family rooms, children's playground