Bessheim Fjellstue og Hytter

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Bessheim in August 25, the scenery, walking , food and accommodation was great.|We arrived with minimal charge in our rental car- first time in an electric car and the last 50 miles of ascent was quite demanding - the charger did not work and we were not a little concerned. The two sisters on reception , Louise and Henrietta, went over and above to help us- calling the charging company - in the end they sorted out a private charge locally , we were so relieved.|The view of the lake from our cabin was great, very spacious accommodation and reasonable kitchen , we booked for two of our four nights|We enjoyed the buffet meal and the set meal in the main lodge, very good service and excellent food. There is interesting history behind the lodge and its owners, you can see references around the main lodge, worth a browse.|You could take a route from the back of the lodge to get to the lake and then Bessengen ridge although you will be one of the few walking that direction and the climb down the ridge in one part is not as easy as clambering up it.

This is a typical mountain hotel with traditions back to the start of the 1800’s. Today they offer about 150 beds divided by rooms and cabins. The kitchen is magnificent with home cooked tradition dishes. The chefs prepare every meal from scratch with top notch ingridients from local sources. If they offer the pan fried mountain trout you will have the meal worthy a king! This place is absolutely recommended! (Chargers for el-cars and a sauna is available)

Basic rooms with all the comfort you need. We had a room at the front and thus a make view… since it was hot we had to sleep with open windows and the road was quite noisy. But I’m guessing it is not always +25 degrees here… Excellent food!!! Ideal location for Bessegen with very friendly staff. I would stay here again even if it is just for the food 😉

We stayed here for two nights on a road trip around Norway. The views and vibe are unparalleled, it’s amazing being able to cross the street and sit at a fjord or take a walk in the hills after dinner. They were super helpful in helping me coordinate my Besseggen hike, which has a few logistical things like the boat and parking to sort out. On the food side - my partner and I have hi gf expectations for food, and I’m actually gluten free. Being out in what feels like the middle of nowhere (in a good way - you’re in a national park!) worried me in terms of likelihood of gluten free options. Bessheim made it soooo much easier and better than expected. At each meal they had the dinner and dessert chefs come out and speak with me about what was and wasn’t gluten free - which frankly most items other than obvious bread or pasta based items were gluten free, as they used a lot of gluten free flour and thickeners in sauces. They also constantly brought me gluten free bread and crackers for each meal. I’m also a huge fan of them letting you pack a lunch if you’re hiking, which was a game changer for me (in general but especially being gluten free).

We stopped for a morning coffee. The staff was friendly. We sat outside on the terrace in a cosy lounge sofa and table.

Nice place, communal bathrooms and showers. Very nice staff. Food and drinks here will burn a hole in your wallet.

As we entered Bessheim, were greeted by wooden pine walls, wildlife decor, restaurant on the right and reception just abit in to the right. We checked in by friendly Maria, showed our cabin which is located at the far end hill side.||Our cabin was big, large living hall, plenty of space with full kitchen. A large bathroom and a bedroom with a single bed and twin lower bunk bed for 4 paxs. As cabin is on hill side, it vantage point overlooks the lake. Really great locale, by the lake. Had I not only got here late evening and spending only one night (it's a stop over for my long drive), I might buy a fishing permit for 75 NOK to try my luck.||The view is fantastic at dusk and in the morning even more mystic with the fog hanging low. Love the views.

Great location. Restaurant serves variety of game like moose and deer and. Breakfast is decent; I loved the hot smoked white fish. Children are welcome; there are high chairs and kid friendly options. Rooms with toilet and shower are worth it if you travel with kids.