About this property
Located by Europe’s deepest lake, Hornindalsvatnet, this family-run hotel offers traditional Norwegian food and brightly decorated guest rooms. WiFi is free in public areas. A seating area, flat-screen TV with satellite channels and private bathroom with shower are featured in all the modern rooms at Havila Hotel Raftevold. Most have a balcony, and some offer views of the lake or surrounding mountains. The large, furnished garden backs on to the mountainside. During summer, guest can eat outside and enjoy the nature. Situated in the scenic area of Grodås, Havila Hotel Raftevold is 25 minutes' drive from the UNESCO-listed Geiranger Fjord. The Briksdal Glacier is a 1-hour drive from the hotel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- Beachfront
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Gitana
Lithuania
“Superb views to the lake (preference when booking). Nice service, good restaurant. Standard small rooms. Although it is a small town, it is definitely worth visiting” - Diana
Romania
“Excellent location, rooms specious and clean, very good and varied breakfast.” - Oz
Saudi Arabia
“Stuff was extremely professional . The overall atmosphere was very nice, great view 👌” - Muhammad
Norway
“Price was good (including breakfast) as compared to other hotels in this region during peak season like July. Breakfast and the view was amazing. Fuelling station and grocery store is in front of the hotel.” - Michal
Israel
“Jacob in the front dest was extremely helpful in planning our trip onwards, and with any issues we had. He was nice, professional and very patient.” - Georgi
Bulgaria
“Wonderful place! The hotel is located in a very quiet village at the coast of the deepest lake in Europe – Hornindalsvatnet! The rooms were clean, the beds were very soft and comfortable, with warm blankets as it gets quite cold during the night....” - Raktim
Finland
“The view from the fjord facing room is heavenly.The staff was excellent with nice breakfast.My daughter specifically asked for chocolate milk & the staff was kind enough to provide that which wasn't there in the breakfast.” - Jan
Belgium
“The location of this hotel is great, with a amazing view on the water and mountains. The Hotel is rather Basic, but clean. Friendly staff.” - Artem
Norway
“Good location. Tasty breakfast. Nice stuff. Room equipped to cook a coffee. Great lake view. Free parking place in front of the building. It is Spar supermarket near the hotel. Good WiFi in the room. Additional baby bed (cot) was provided for our...” - Diana
Lithuania
“Very noce and cosy. Clean. Friendly staff. We were with a dog - perfect stay with a dog also:) view from balcpny with a deepest lake in Europe was amazing. Also we can swim in a lake.”
Hotel surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.






The fine print
Guests arriving outside reception opening hours are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
Please inform Havila Hotel Raftevold in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.