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Highland Lodge
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In the centre of the mountain village GeiIo
Great basecamp for self-serviced mountain adventures

Highland Lodge is a modern lodge situated in the centre of the mountain village Geilo, halfway between Oslo and Bergen. The lodge has many alternatives for accommodation ranging from standard rooms to apartments and penthouses. The lodge features a great bakery that offers pastries, bread, pizza and light dishes. In addition the lodge has an inviting pool area with sauna and a great lounge.

Geilo is an accessible starting point for hiking in the mountains, whether you want to go straight from the city centre, drive or take the train to start your trip in the middle of the mountains.

Our activities

Region:

Lienvegen 11

3580 Geilo

Phone:

+47 32 09 61 00

Website:

Specially recommended for
Individuals

Highland is perfect for individuals looking for a place to stay. 

Welcome to Geilo

The national park village

Geilo is a well known and popular resort in the mountains of Norway, and offers varied activities and events all year. Geilo is a national park village, with a prime location nestled between the Hallingskarvet and Hardangervidda National Parks. This gives the Geilo area a unique natural surrounding that you won't find anywhere else. In addition, the cosy town offers a large variety of shops, cafés and restaurants.

Doorstep adventures

At Highland Lodge you will find a variety of adventures from the hotel’s doorstep.

This round tour starts with the famous stairs and leads you to a viewing point with Skarvsenden.
6 km 3h
Medium
Our hiking trails are also good for snowshoeing! You can rent equipment at Vestlia Resort (Geilo Aktiv), Slaatta Skisenter or at the tourist information. This t…
1 km 2h
Demanding
This gorgeous hike features a river, a waterfall, and panoramic views. Be sure to take the short detour to Fjellstølhovda on the way back down where you can see…
11 km 4h
Demanding
Experience the stunning views from the slalom hills above Geilo. This might seems to be a short hike, but is filled with nice views.
5 km 2h
Demanding
Discover an easy-going roundtrip hike from Hakkesetstølen. From Geilo center up hill to get a feeling of the surounded mountains and greatness of the nature aro…
12 km 4h
Demanding
Hike along the vast Hardangervidda plains to a magnificent viewpoint
32 km 10h
Expert
Discover a network of hiking trails close to the town center of Geilo
5 km 2h
Easy
Take a roundtrip with sweeping views for miles of the big Hardangervidda plateau. This hike takes you from Hakkesetstølen to Birgithovda (1,173 m.a.s.l.). You c…
9 km 4h
Demanding

Rooms & amenities

Highland lodge have many alternatives for accommodation ranging from standard rooms to apartments and penthouses.
Varied accommodation and amenities
Fitness Centre

All lodge guests enjoy free admission to the fitness centre.

Swimming Pool

Enjoy the swimming pool after a long day in the mountains.

Bakery

The lodge features a great bakery that offers pastries, bread, pizza and light dishes

Playroom

The lodge has a playroom for the children to enjoy.

Getting here

Traveling to Highland Lodge
By car

From Oslo you can drive RV 7 through Hallingdalen (219km), or drive E134 to Kongsberg and from there take FV40 through Numedal (241km). From Bergen, take RV7 along the Hardanger Fjord and Hardangervidda (239km).

Public transport

Geilo is located half-way on the scenic Bergen Line railway from Oslo, with a 4h journey to both cities. See NSB’s website for rates and timetables.