Marifjøra Sjøbuer — Hotel in Luster

We have been travelling around Norway with our 9 year old daughter, booking a few days ahead. We came across this place when somewhere else we wanted to stay was fully booked - and we're so glad that we did. The 4 bedded self-catering chalet (2 singles joined upstairs, 2 singles in downstairs bedroom) is adequately equipped, with 2 ring cooker, sink and a small oven, as well as a large fridge-freezer, small dishwasher and coffee maker, and everything is spotlessly clean. Laundry facilities are available in a separate building, as well as an outside washing line. Bed-linen and towels are not provided, and sleeping bags are not allowed, so either bring you own linen or rent from the owner for 150kr per person. We were also asked to pay in cash, presumably because we had booked only a few days before. However, what makes the place special is the location - the Gaupne fjord laps just under the small verandah at the back, which catches the early sun, making it the perfect place to eat breakfast, albeit with a jumper on, even in August. Once settled out there, it's very hard to leave, as you can sit and watch the peaceful fjord, often a millpond with its ducks and seals, all day if you could. However, there is food to buy (from the Spar or Co-op in Gaupne - watch the best before dates as they don't seem to worry about these too much!) and places to visit. During our 3 night stay, we walked on the glacier at Nigardsbreen, visited the hydro-electric power station, and drove around the fjord to visit the church at Urnes, catching the ferry back. The scenery is beautiful, and we would have stayed longer if we could, but time and ferries home wait for no man, and we reluctantly...

Well equipped, cosy, warm cabin in the most beautiful location, peaceful, scenic and a true getaway. Supermarket 10mins drive and all the cooking facilities you need. Great location to explore the Fjords in the windy mountainous roads. |Lovely little balcony at the rear of the cabin on the fjord with the chairs and tables to sit out and soak up the sunshine,|Our favourite stop...

We loved the cabin on the water, as it was spacious, peaceful, comfortable and well equipped. We loved going on the fjord in the motorboat. The location was perfect as it is convenient to the glaciers, waterfall, and close to Gaupne for food. It was also nice to walk to the Torvis Hotel for dinner and the...