To commence, let me elaborate on the title. When one envisions a luxury hotel, the average reader might promptly think of 5-star establishments, towering structures in Dubai where a Rolls-Royce chauffeurs you to the entrance, and room service that knocks on your door within 5 minutes to deliver a vintage bottle of Krug Clos du Mesnil. I understand. But let us calibrate a bit here.
Because I wish to take a slightly different approach. Norway truly is a different type of country, and I would like to redefine luxury because filtering based solely on star ratings will cause one to overlook the most extraordinary hotels on the most breathtaking locations. For me luxury is about a splendid location, attentative staff, amazing interiors, excellent food and a certain overall uniqueness. Therefore, I wish to present this splendid list that precisely adheres to my definition of luxury. In no particular order:
5. Dalen Hotel
7. 29/2 Aurland
11. Britannia Hotel
12. Amerikalinjen
13. Hotel 1904
15. Storfjord Hotel
16. Hotel Mundal (currently under renovation)
20. Grand Hotel Oslo