Hotel No. 13, Bergen

The number 13 might be unlucky for some, but for travelers seeking a cozy retreat in the heart of Norway’s second city, Hotel No. 13 is anything but. This elegant and charming boutique will convince even the most superstitious types.

LOCATION

Well placed in the very center of Bergen, in the heart of the main shopping district, within easy reach of the many local attractions and activities. The Bryggen UNESCO World Heritage Site is 400m from the hotel, and the famous Fish Market on the magnificent harbor is just around the corner. For spectacular panoramic views of the entire city, the Fløibanen Funicular train is less than a ten-minute walk from the hotel, offering a sedate and scenic journey to the top of Mount Fløyen. Bergen Airport is 20km from the city center – the airport shuttle drops off within 150m of No. 13’s front door.  Car transfers take approximately 30 minutes.

YOUR ROOM

Hotel No. 13 counts 40 rooms, furnished to a tasteful and modern standard; the pick of the bunch is the ‘Skylight Suite’, where the eponymous window offers a beautiful view of the city by day and an even better view of the stars by night. Generously-sized for a city center hotel, the rooms are well-equipped, with Wi-Fi as standard throughout.

WHY WE LIKE IT

As if the location wasn’t convenient enough, No. 13 strives to take even more weight off the shoulders of their guests; an organic breakfast, mid-afternoon snack and a light evening meal are all included in the price of the room, so that there is always something to eat “at home” – a welcome touch in a relatively expensive city for dining out. The position of the hotel is the main draw, though, presenting the perfect base from which to explore the idyllic Scandinavian city and seafront. Well-informed staff are delighted to make recommendations for cultural excursions or local hotspots.