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Storfjord Hotel is a Relais & Châteaux property in Glomset, Ålesund, featuring traditional dark-timbered Norwegian architecture overlooking its namesake fjord. The 30-room estate combines historic character with year-round access to fjord-based activities, fine dining under chef Florian Harnisch, and Scandinavian countryside experiences from its hilltop setting.
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The hotel occupies a hilltop in Glomset, within the Sunnmøre region of Norway, with commanding views across Storfjord and the surrounding forest. Dark-timbered buildings, typical of traditional Norwegian architecture, form a cohesive compound overlooking the fjord landscape. The setting provides direct access to dense forests, old farms, and the natural moorland characteristic of western Norway, with the UNESCO World Heritage site of Geirangerfjord reachable by boat from Glomset Bay below the property.
The hotel has 30 rooms and suites arranged in forest-view and fjord-view configurations. The Superior Room (25 sqm) offers either a king or queen bed; the Deluxe Room (33 sqm) provides increased space with king bedding. Junior Suites come in both forest and fjord aspects, also at 33 sqm. The Corner Suite (50 sqm) and Storfjord Suite (88 sqm, with two king beds) serve guests seeking more expansive layouts. All rooms feature the interiors typical of the property—comfortable furniture, antiques, and views characteristic of the estate.
Fine dining is overseen by chef Florian Harnisch, whose sourcing emphasizes ingredients picked, fished, or aged within a few miles of the property. The cuisine is described as expressive and down-to-earth, reflecting the rugged character of the region. The hotel restaurant is complemented by wine tastings and group cooking classes conducted by the chef, allowing guests to engage directly with the culinary approach.
The wellness center commands panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and includes a spa, sauna, and hot tub. Standard facilities encompass room service, secure parking with electric charging available at additional cost, and internet access throughout the property. The estate hosts a 9-hole and 18-hole golf course on site, with massage services available.
The setting enables a variety of outdoor pursuits. Cruises on Storfjord depart from a vessel moored in Glomset Bay, providing water-based access to Geirangerfjord and its cascading landscape. Guided hiking expeditions explore the surrounding forests and moorland, with options for electric-bike tours. When snow cover permits, cross-country skiing tours traverse the hills and valleys of Sunnmøre. Additional activities include fishing, kayaking, canoeing, jogging, and mountain biking from the property.
The hotel welcomes families, with baby-sitting, highchairs, baby cots, and connecting rooms available. Pets are permitted in at least one room at extra cost. The year-round programme of activities—winter skiing and summer hiking, fishing, and water-based excursions—aligns with guests seeking an active stay in a Scandinavian natural setting. Groups and events are accommodated across two meeting rooms. The property's emphasis on locally sourced fine dining and on-site golf appeals to those prioritizing both culinary experience and leisure pursuits.
Storfjord Hotel is listed in the Relais & Châteaux collection. Information verified from the hotel's official website and property records.
Editorial verification: Storfjord Hotel - Luxury hotel Glomset is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Storfjord Hotel is situated in Glomset, Ålesund, in the Sunnmøre region of western Norway, set on a hilltop overlooking Storfjord fjord.
Storfjord Hotel is a member of Relais & Châteaux, an independent collection of luxury hotels.
The hotel offers 30 rooms and suites ranging from Superior Rooms (25 sqm) to the Storfjord Suite (88 sqm), with forest-view and fjord-view options, and amenities such as connecting rooms and accessible facilities.
Chef Florian Harnisch directs the fine dining programme, emphasizing locally sourced ingredients. The hotel also offers wine tastings and group cooking classes.
Year-round activities include fjord cruises, hiking, cross-country skiing, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, golf, and mountain biking. The property sits near the UNESCO World Heritage site of Geirangerfjord.
Yes, the hotel welcomes children and provides baby-sitting, highchairs, baby cots, and connecting rooms. Pets are also accepted in at least one room at extra cost.
Storfjord Hotel - Luxury hotel Glomset is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Storfjord Hotel - Luxury hotel Glomset is in Ålesund, Norway. Address: Glomset, Ålesund, Møre og Romsdal, Norway.
| Location | Ålesund, Norway |
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| Address | Glomset, Ålesund, Møre og Romsdal, Norway |
| Brand / alliance | Relais & Châteaux |
| Official website | relaischateaux.com |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
Sources: relaischateaux.com/gb/hotel/storfjord-hotel/
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