Ålesund

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Alesund Church featuring heritage architecture
Alesund Museum
Alesund Museum
Alesund - More og Romsdal showing a city and a river or creek
Alesund - More og Romsdal which includes a river or creek and a city
Ålesund is ideally located on the coast of Sunnmøre. In 2007, it was voted Norway's most beautiful town by the country's inhabitants, and is renowned for its Art Nouveau architecture.

The fjord landscape in Ålesund is truly spectacular, and it's included on UNESCO's list of world heritage sites – which says something. The UNESCO committee justified their decision by saying that the fjord landscape had to be one of the most beautiful things the planet has to offer, so it may not come as a surprise that many people choose to travel to Ålesund! The town's architecture is completely unique, which can in large part be explained by the fact that the town had to be rebuilt after a fire in 1904. So take a walk around the town centre and admire the gorgeous Art Nouveau houses.

There's also a lot of exciting things to do when you're on holiday in Ålesund. Getting out in nature is the main attraction, so come along on an organised trip to the stunning Geirangerfjord, which is only a few hours from Ålesund. Take the trip up to Fjellstua to get a full overview of the area. This is a restaurant at the top of a mountain in Ålesund, where you can enjoy a fantastic view of the city and fjord. Fjellstua has a dedicated viewpoint, so it's not necessary to visit the restaurant if you'd rather just get some fresh air.

If you're planning to shop during your weekend trip to Ålesund, Kongens gate, a pedestrian street, is a good starting point. Like everything else in Ålesund, it is truly beautiful. If you are looking for crafts, art and fashion, Kipervika is the spot for you. It's a great place to buy souvenirs for your friends and family.

Also visit Atlanterhavsparken (the Atlantic Ocean Park) during your stay - it’s one of the largest saltwater aquariums in Northern Europe. The aquarium is approximately three kilometres outside Ålesund, in Tueneset by Skarbøvika.

No matter if you choose to spend a few days or weeks in Ålesund, you will leave this fantastic town with an array of great memories. The grandiose nature in the area is something everybody should experience during their lives.

Thon Hotel Ålesund
Thon Hotel Ålesund
3.5 out of 5
Molovegen 6, Ålesund
The price is P6,921 per night from 1 May to 2 May
P6,921
P7,752 total
includes taxes & fees
May 1 - May 2
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Ålesund. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
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"Great stay in a perfect location. Staff were lovely and breakfast was great. There was a fire alarm at night but it was a false alarm and staff did their best to clarify quickly. Room was clean and really comfy"

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2025

Thon Hotel Ålesund
Hotel Noreg
Hotel Noreg
3.5 out of 5
Kongensgate 27, Ålesund
The price is P6,665 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
P6,665
P7,465 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Ålesund. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,326 reviews)
"A short walk from the bus and ferry station. Easy walk to the center of Alesund to enjoy the beauty of this city."

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2025

Hotel Noreg
Quality Hotel Ålesund
Quality Hotel Ålesund
4 out of 5
Sorenskriver Bulls Gate 7, Ålesund, More og Romsdal
The price is P9,376 per night from 1 May to 2 May
P9,376
P10,501 total
includes taxes & fees
May 1 - May 2
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Ålesund. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on Dec 1, 2024

Quality Hotel Ålesund
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aalesund City Apartment
Aalesund City Apartment
4 out of 5
Stotrgata 24, Ålesund, Møre og Romsdal
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Ålesund. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. Popular attractions Alesund Ferry Terminal and Hike to Saksa are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (140 reviews)
"It was a great central place. It’s central to many places."

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2024

Aalesund City Apartment
Norhostel Apartments
Norhostel Apartments
2 out of 5
Kipervikgata 32, Ålesund, Møre og Romsdal
Stay at this apartment in Ålesund. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Alesund Ferry Terminal and Ålesund City Bath are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (43 reviews)
"It was wonderful comforting stay!! Perfect size for single person or couple. I’d stay here again!! Only thing I got trouble with was communicating with reception person (owner of apartment?). Email or phone communication didn’t work well."

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2024

Norhostel Apartments
Sjøholt Camping
Sjøholt Camping
3 out of 5
Russebøen, Ålesund
Stay at this 3-star golf apartment in Ålesund. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Orskog Church and Sjoholt Harbour are ...
6.4/10 (96 reviews)
"Seat was weared out, beds were noisy and shaky"

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2023

Sjøholt Camping
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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