Hotel Ullensvang is situated directly by the fjord, with a view over the Hardangerfjord and Folgefonna glacier. Its 168 hotel rooms are of high standard and exquisitely decorated. The natural wonders of Hardanger make Lofthus a convenient location for guests seeking a unique outdoor and private experience.
The kitchen of Hotel Ullensvang has high ambitions and works according to very strict quality requirements. The focus is on homemade food as well as traditional Norwegian cuisine.
Originally a “staging inn” with one straw bed over a shipping office, Hotel Ullensvang is rooted in a deep Norwegian history and traditions. This hotel has been run by five generations of the Utne family since Hans Utne built the inn in 1846. A cabin in Lofthus near the inn was the inspiration and birthplace of musical creations by the famous Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg. Little by little, the hotel was expanded and restored to the luxury hotel that stands today.
The wellness area offers some fun activities for the whole family, with it’s in- and outdoor heated pools as well as an 88 m long swimming channel.