"The picturesque port town of Ålesund, Norway isn’t exactly one of the world’s style capitals, but it’s got a very hip family-owned boutique hotel in the form of the atmospheric Hotel Brosundet. The classic building’s wood beams and original architecture remain in place, updated with contemporary interiors and cozy furniture — the lobby’s fireplace is a particularly inviting space. Rooms vary in size; some feature views of the water, others the surrounding city. There’s a stylish little restaurant with seasonal outdoor seating, as well as a small bar serving craft cocktails, and the afternoon tea service is accompanied by live music." - Tablet Hotels