Walaker Hotell

For the third time, we, a group of five late middle aged motorcyclists, decided to visit the famous Walaker Hotell. This legendary hotel is steadfastly holding on to its ambitious promise to its guests. The promise of perfection, personal attendance and stunning nature. Every time we venture to the far end of the Sogne fjord and the town of Solvorn, we arrive with anticipation of becoming pampered and leave with a content smile of someone who achieved just that. With a family who has been practicing their "hotel management skills" for nine generations, perfection has been achieved and reinvented over and over. The quality of Walaker Hotell is on a perpetual incline and the question is just how far they can go. They have reached levels that big "exclusive" hotel chains can only dream of, due to the breathtaking location, the personal and warm attention you get from the staff and owners and the 400 years of hotel history in the walls. What have those walls not witnessed?|The food is absolutely delicious. Every small detail in the culinary presentation is meticulously planned, down to the flower petals on the freshly baked breakfast waffles. The wine cellar is quite impressive, especially the Champagne collection which is world class. All of this is served to you, "wrapped" in the most gorgeous surroundings that Norway has to offer. We will be back, as a group, or with our better halves, and that day cannot come soon enough.

Our 2-night stay at the Walaker Hotel in June was one of our best experiences during our 4-week trip to Norway in June. It was worth every penny of the splurge to stay there. We booked one of the Best Historical Rooms that overlooked Lusterfjord. Every morning was a treat watching the pastel colors of daybreak above the calm waters of the fjord from our window. The room was impeccably maintained and comfortable. The Walaker grounds and landscaping were beautiful and invited a sense of calm and relaxation. We truly felt as if we were taking a vacation from our vacation. I would be remiss not to mention the wonderful breakfast as well as the delectable 4-course dinner. The warm and friendly staff also deserve high praise as they took extra steps to assist me with a special need. Attention to detail and commitment to a superior guest experience is evident throughout. I highly recommend the Walaker--it is truly a special place.

Staying at The Walaker Hotel feels like stepping into living history while being treated like royalty. The richness of culture and attention to detail here are beyond description. Every corner of the historical building carries a sense of timeless beauty, from the architecture to the carefully curated aesthetics. The hospitality is unmatched — warm, genuine, and refined — making you feel not like a guest, but an honored part of their story. The service, atmosphere, and cultural depth leave you at a loss for words, yet with memories that last a lifetime. A truly extraordinary experience that blends history, elegance, and heartfelt Norwegian hospitality. Thank you everyone. You all made us feel so special with your kindness. We will come back that’s for sure. Love from myself and family.

This hotel is so elegant and beautiful. We stayed two nights, and I desperately wanted not to leave. The arm of the fjord that Solvorn is adjacent to has the most gorgeous turquoise water. We kayaked and even saw a seal! Our room, in the main building of the hotel, was historic and impeccably maintained, as were all the common areas of the hotel. We partook of the four-course dinner and were so glad we did. The food was incredible. The breakfast, too! You’ll want to try the eggs Florentine! Everyone who works at Walaker is friendly and helpful. The gardens surrounding the hotel are stunning. Just being on the grounds of Walaker is the most relaxing experience. The natural beauty of Solvorn, and the beauty of the hotel, are an unmatchable pair. I hope I get to experience this hotel again someday. Make sure to sit on the front porch and look out onto the fjord. A special place, indeed.

An absolutely charming stay. We’re touring around Scandinavia on our motorbikes, and from the moment we arrived we were so well looked after by all the staff who were incredibly friendly and welcoming. Our room was lovely and very comfortable and the food was excellent. The treat was having a history tour of the hotel by the owner (in the Wallaker family for nine generations) - the passion for the place is palpable. I also had a lovely gardening chat with Astrid Wallaker, whilst she was tending the plants. All this coupled with a visit to the staves church at Urnes and a hike up Molden for a stunning view of the fjord. What an amazing place for us to spend the summer solstice!

We ate dinner at the Walaker this week and found the whole experience exceptional. The service was very professional and I felt the staff were pleased to be working there. The food was outstanding very creative and using local resources when possible. We had a cod starter with mussels and pea purée which was absolutely delicious. It is expensive but definitely worth it, the whole evening was very memorable.

I would suggest staying at a room in the original hotel. We booked a superior room understanding it was in a different building, but the quality of the room itself did not match the rest of the property. The extra space is really what you pay for and you get an indoor and outdoor seating area, however the outdoor view is of the parking lot and ferry. You do have access to the main grounds if you want to walk over. The room itself was fine but the bathroom was old aside from heated floors which were nice. Our shower did not drain so we were standing in inches of water and the hair dryer was broken. For a quick stay these weren’t major issues but devalues the experience. The staff is a lovely as everyone says and makes you feel like a valued guest in the home.

The Walaker was an awesome experience. Extremely friendly, professional staff that cheerfully went the extra mile to ensure we had a pleasant stay. Grounds were beautiful with many different flowers in n bloom. Our room inside the historic building was spacious and comfortable. Cleanliness was everywhere.