Geilo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Geilo showing a sunset, snow shoeing and snow
Stay in a Norwegian village that has slopes for all skiing levels, hundreds of miles of cross-country ski tracks and a huge toboggan trail.

Fabulous scenery and excellent skiing conditions are Geilo’s calling cards. This quiet, unassuming town is a gateway to outdoor winter adventures with runs for all abilities, snowparks and children’s areas. Career down some of Europe’s finest slopes, drive through the snow in a snowmobile and hurtle at high speed in a toboggan.

Every year, thousands of skiers and snowboarders are lured to Geilo’s 21.7 miles (35 kilometres) of slopes. Shred some powder on runs for all abilities, including five nursery slopes. Meanwhile, freestylers have four terrain parks to choose from.

Away from the runs, there are approximately 342 miles (550 kilometres) of prepared cross-country ski tracks. They pass through forests and along mountainous terrain and some are illuminated at night.

You don’t need a pair of skis to enjoy hours of fun in the snow. Ride the chairlifts for panoramic views of the scenery. If you’re an adrenalin junkie, steer a custom-built sled along the 6,070-feet (1,850-metre) toboggan trail in Dagalifjell Park. This is the longest toboggan slope in Norway. You can reach speeds of up to 43.5 miles (70 kilometres) per hour.

Go husky dog sledding through the icy wilderness of Hardangervidda National Park. Try snowkiting on the Hardangervidda mountain plateau and look for elks on a snowmobile tour. More wildlife can be glimpsed at Langedrag Nature Park, overlooking freshwater lakes and mountains. See wolves, lynxes, reindeer, moose, deer and caribou.

Other activities include horse-drawn sleigh rides, bowling, spa treatments and guided snowshoe trips through a forest.

Children are spoilt with an abundance of things to do and places to go, such as their own ski slopes, treasure hunts, sledging slopes and indoor activities,

At the end of your day of adventure, head back to the village for the après-ski in its many bars, cafés, pubs and restaurants.

Geilo is located halfway between Oslo and Bergen and is easily reached from both cities by car and train. The village is a real gem among ice-capped Norwegian mountains, right between two national parks, Hallingskarvet and Hardangervidda. Hardangervidda is northern Europe's largest mountain plateau.

Ustedalen Hotell Geilo
Ustedalen Hotell Geilo
3 out of 5
Gamleveien 32, Geilo, Hol
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹6,505 per night from 24 Sep to 25 Sep
₹6,505
per night
24 Sep - 25 Sep
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Hol. Enjoy free parking, breakfast and a free ski shuttle. Popular attractions B Fugleleiken and D Geiloheisen Express are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (365 reviews)
"Good location, good service, good buffel breakfast."

Reviewed on 10 Sep 2023

Ustedalen Hotell Geilo
Highland Lodge
Highland Lodge
4 out of 5
Lienvegen 11, Geilo, Hol
The price is ₹7,503 per night from 24 Sep to 25 Sep
₹7,503
per night
24 Sep - 25 Sep
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in Hol. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Geilolia Summer Park and Kikuttoppen are located nearby. ...
7.6/10 Good! (577 reviews)
"Clean, convenient, and spacious place to lay our heads while travelling from the fjords back to Oslo. I’m sure it’s even more fun during ski season!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2023

Highland Lodge
Geilo Hotel
Geilo Hotel
3 out of 5
Gamlevegen 2, Geilo, Hol
The price is ₹6,751 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
₹6,751
per night
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Hol. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions D Geiloheisen Express and Kikuttoppen are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (628 reviews)
"Fantastic service, great hotel, cozy lobby with fireplaces and massive sofas with throws to relax at, free tea and coffee in the lobby, nice bar. We were off-season, travelling around Norway, absolutely loved it. The beds are super comfortable, had great night sleep. We went hiking around the nearby ..."

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2022

Geilo Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Øen Turistsenter Cottages
Øen Turistsenter Cottages
2.5 out of 5
Lienvegen 139, Hol
Stay at this cottage in Hol. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Popular attractions Geilolia Summer Park and Kikuttoppen are located nearby. Discover ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (89 reviews)
Nice stay at Øen
"Our stay was pleasant. Simple cabins that are comfortable and clean. The amenities were clean and worked well."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2022

Øen Turistsenter Cottages
Øen Turistsenter Apartments
Øen Turistsenter Apartments
3 out of 5
139 Lienvegen, Hol, Viken
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Hol. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Popular attractions Geilolia Summer Park and Kikuttoppen are located nearby. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (16 reviews)
"This is a trailer house sort of a property, no toiletries. No linen (you pay for it) and very ordinary amenities. House was dirty, we left it cleaner than we got it."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2023

Øen Turistsenter Apartments
Havsdalsgrenda Apartments
Havsdalsgrenda Apartments
4 out of 5
Nye Havsdalsveien 216, Geilo, Hol
Stay at this 4-star ski apartment in Hol. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a free ski shuttle. Popular attractions Arnetrekket and Geilo Ski are located nearby. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (92 reviews)
Very, very good, also value for money
"Very service minded personnel, the apartments were big and clean, perfect with indoor parking with direct indoor connection to the apartment. Swimmin pool was very good with extra bonus of mountain views. Highly recommend Havsdalsgrenda whatever season."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2020

Havsdalsgrenda Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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