Kongsvinger Festning, an Ascend Collection Hotel Member, is a luxurious castle hotel housed in the picturesque Kongsvinger Fortress in Norway’s Innlandet county. Surrounded by idyllic nature, the fortress sits atop a hill overlooking the Glomma River basin and used to be part of Norway’s national defence system for centuries. Thanks to its position and outstanding leisure and business facilities, Kongsvinger Festning is the ideal choice for travellers exploring the fascinating Norwegian landscapes.
Our property combines the comfort of a modern, sophisticated hub with a unique historical setting, providing excellent facilities and stylish, comfortable guestrooms. All our accommodations boast lavishly decorated interiors and include top-quality mattresses and beddings, a spacious ensuite bathroom equipped with a rain shower or a bathtub and a selection of luxurious toiletries, complimentary Wi-Fi access, an LCD screen TV, a minibar, a safe, and coffee and tea-making facilities.
Guests staying at Kongsvinger Festning can learn about Norway’s culture and history by visiting our onsite Viking Ship Museum, which features many authentic Viking items and three wooden boats dating back to the 9th century. The hotel’s other facilities include a cosy, full-service restaurant serving national and international dishes, a free daily buffet breakfast, a secured parking lot, free Wi-Fi internet connection throughout the property and three spacious meeting rooms ideal for hosting business activities, congresses, retreats or banquets and private events. Kongsvinger Festning is located only five kilometres from Kongsvinger’s train and bus station and is around one hour drive from Oslo.