Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Bergen

To be honest we didn’t use many of the facilities as we were just in for a day on our way to Oslo. The room was large and comfortable and the hotel is right next to a flybusen (FB50) stop that makes getting to and from the airport very easy. If you want to book, the bus stop is called dreggsallmenningen Staff were really helpful booking us a taxi to the train station in the morning. cost was about 250NOK and took about 10 mins.

Central location with walking distance to everything we wanted to see/do/eat. We stayed in a junior suite and it was very spacious. Views were alright, but I don't think we paid for the upgraded view. Housekeeping was great and the rooms and very clean and comfortable. Breakfast had a nice variety. The best part of this room was the heated floors in the bathroom!! Nice touch - It was so helpful when attempting to get ready in the morning. Helped me get out of bed easier instead of wanting to snooze under the covers. Also, the airport shuttle (flybussen) picks up and drops off right outside the hotel about every half hour. Very convenient and more affordable than a taxi.

This Radisson Blue hotel was melded into the historic fabric of the Bryggen District. The hotel seems to have fit into building height restrictions so that it did not overwhelm the old structures in front of it, and the modern hotel has gable roofs that fit into the old town. This meant that the hotel has many rooms fitted into steeply sloped gable roofs, including the room we were given. We requested room with a view, and were able to look out into the old town. Overall, the room was nicely furnished, with a comfortable bed, even if the ceiling was oddly shaped because of the roof configuration. The hotel has a small workout room that includes a sauna, which we made use of. Breakfast was not provided in our $200/night room rate, but the buffet that could be purchased was perhaps the best we have found in any hotel. We had drinks in the 26 North Restaurant that is a part of the hotel, but did not eat there. The hotel's location in Bryggen is near many of the more interesting sights in this incredibly beautiful city, including the Floibanen, a funicular railway that runs to the top of Mt. Floyen. It is a short walk over to the terminus of the Bergen light rail system, that serves most of the city, and runs in a double-track line {with frequent service} to the airport. We enjoyed a fjord cruise that departed from a dock directly in front of the hotel. The harbor area in Bergen has many excellent restaurants and bars, including some with live music. The hotel allowed my wife and I leave some of our luggage in a hotel baggage storage room while we made a multi-day side trip. The front desk staff were professional and helpful.

Breakfast was excellent and good value for the special rate we were offered. Rooms are a good size and beds are comfortable. There is a small gym and sauna.

Excellent location within short walking distance to all the attractions in the Old Town. Also, the shuttle bus to the airport was right in front of the hotel. The breakfast buffet was a reasonable spread of the usual breakfast items plus some local produce like smoked salmon and a few unique fruits and salad leaves. All items were very fresh and healthy!