Clarion Hotel Admiral
Harbourfront hotel facing Bryggen with standout waterfront views and easy walking access to central Bergen.
The verdict
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Clarion Hotel Admiral is a former pack-house conversion set directly on the water in central Bergen. Guests routinely praise the superb views across the bay to Bryggen and the convenient walk to city sights and shopping. However, standard rooms and bathrooms run noticeably small, and dinner dining at the on-site restaurant can feel pricey. 148137
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What travelers noticed
- The harbourfront setting offers direct views across Vagen Bay to Bryggen, placing guests a short stroll from the fish market and Floibanen funicular. 1486
- Staff throughout the hotel are consistently noted as helpful, friendly, and proficient in English. 1221
- The breakfast buffet provides a wide selection of fresh options that guests consistently enjoy. 141
The catch
- Standard rooms can feel tight with small shower-only bathrooms, whereas upgraded rooms and superior doubles offer spacious layouts, maritime decor, and private balconies. 1
- While most guests describe the beds as exceptionally comfortable, occasional travelers reported a poor sleep experience. drawn from the full read
Who it's for
- — Walkers exploring central Bergen and Bryggen
- — Guests wanting waterfront harbour views
Skip it if
- — Travelers wanting large standard bathrooms with bathtubs
- — Budget-conscious diners looking to avoid pricey hotel restaurant menus
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Score breakdown
How the 82/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
89Location
95Room
85Service
86- “Chat with our local specialists and let us help you customize your trip with hotels like this. Our room was clean and the view across the harbor was beautiful. The staff were super nice and helpful. The breakfast was awesome!” 14
- “Very nice hotel. We had a superior double room that provided a 5 star view. Sitting on the deck was beautiful. Staff was so nice. The breakfast buffet is great, lots to choose from and very good.” 14
Bed & Sleep
88Where it is, how to reach it
Details checked 2026-08-31
Where it sits
Clarion Hotel Admiral and the 2 other hotels we cover in Bergen. Hover a marker for the hotel; click to open it.
What’s nearby
Landmarks and transport around Clarion Hotel Admiral. Distances are straight-line, so walking times are approximate.
- Bryggen Hanseatic WharfBryggen — 4 min walk · 0.3 km
- Gestapo MuseumGestapomuseet — 4 min walk · 0.3 km
- Den Nationale Scene — 4 min walk · 0.3 km
- Theta museumThetamuseet — 4 min walk · 0.3 km
- Bergenhus FortressBergenhus festning — 6 min walk · 0.5 km
- University Museum of Bergen – Natural HistoryDe naturhistoriske samlinger (Universitetsmuseet – Naturhistorie) — 11 min walk · 0.9 km
- Bergen AquariumAkvariet i Bergen — 12 min walk · 1 km
- University of BergenUniversitet i Bergen — 18 min walk · 1.5 km
- Bergen Flesland AirportBGO — 13 min drive · 12.9 km
Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
Falls short of what $ usually buys
Scores 6 points below the modest median of 88, across 342 hotels in the same bracket.
- This hotel
- 82
- Bracket median
- 88
- Index median
- 90
Based on 342 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
What reviewers say about where to sleep inside this building — by room number where one is named, and otherwise by floor, wing, aspect and position. Every line opens onto the quotes behind it.
- 5 mentions
- 2 mentions
No location within the hotel draws repeated complaints yet.
Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
View the 76 things travelers said behind this verdict▾
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- “Great location and excellent food both breakfast and dinner. The rooms and hallways were a little tired / worn looking. Our room was quite small (no room for 2 bags) as oposed to our traveling partners who has sufficient room for the four of us to sit together.” 14
- “This hotel has an incredible breakfast and view of Bryggen! I suggest waking up early, while still dark, and seeing Bryggen. It was all lit up and the water was still, creating an amazing mirrored image!” 14
- “Excellent location, beautiful hotel with great views. The buffet breakfast was superb.” 14
- “Clarion Hotel Admiral is perfectly placed for easy-to-walk-to cultural attractions, like the fish market and colorful Bryggen, as well as shops, cafés, and restaurants.” 14
- “The breakfast was super - lots of food, including cereals, hardboiled eggs, cakes, fruit and pastries.” 10
- “One of the hotel's major draws is its fabulous restaurant, Kitchen Table, which is as popular with the locals as it is with hotel guests resulting in a fun and lively atmosphere.” 12
- “After a busy day of sightseeing, you can sit back and enjoy a great meal at The Social Bar & Bistro, a fabulous restaurant right by the water's edge that serves classic bistro dishes and fresh seafood.” 1
- “Enjoy a delicious meal at The Social Bar & Bistro. The restaurant serves seafood and classic bistro dishes in a relaxing and social setting.” 6
- “Though the restaurant area and many of the rooms are dated and awaiting renovation (slated to be completed by November 2013), the renovated rooms are contemporary and stylish; some have balconies with views of the water.” 17
- “Great location The breakfast and dinner was outstanding.” 14
- “The breakfast buffet is great, lots to choose from and very good. There is a small bistro menu for dinner. Overpriced as most hotel food is but very tasty.” 14
- “A very early start the next day meant we didn't get to sample the full breakfast menu, but staff left us out a good selection of hot and cold drinks, meats, cheeses, bread and jams.” 21
- “At Clarion Hotel®, enjoy an extraordinary breakfast with freshly baked bread, fresh toppings, hot dishes and pastries.” 1
- “The breakfast was really good at this hotel and that was included in our stay.” 16
- “Pros: Nice room on the 6th floor in the perfect location with a beautiful view of the harbor, very quiet, and wonderful breakfast - everything you could want.” 9
- “All good - I liked my stay - food was fresh and my bed was extremely comfy.” 10
- “Traditional dishes using local Bergen ingredients ensures that food is created to the highest quality, with a menu that is updated and changed seasonally, offering a variety of meat, fish and vegetarian choices.” 8
- “Downstairs bar and covered pool. We liked incredibly nice breakfast, contemporary room, beautiful location.” 10
- “Radisson Breakfast is also on top notch. In the contrary, Clarion had limited option for fruits or cheese or musli. Radisson had continental breakfast and lot of options for allergic person too.” 7
- “While the hotel's restaurant, The Social Bar & Bistro, is a convenient dining option with tasty dishes, past visitors have said as a hotel restaurant, it's quite pricey in comparison to other nearby choices.” 14
- “I liked breakfast with plenty of hardboiled eggs, cereal, cakes, fruit and pastries.” 10
- “Other meals are available there too. We only needed a quick snack in the evening of our stay, so opted for tasty, filled ciabattas from the bar.” 21
- “Chat with our local specialists and let us help you customize your trip with hotels like this. Our room was clean and the view across the harbor was beautiful. The staff were super nice and helpful. The breakfast was awesome!” 14
- “Well serviced hotel, had a really courteous service.” 10
- “Agreeable staff, exceptional service, silent and budget room.” 10
- “Hotel was clean, quiet, and service was good.” 16
- “Check-in was professional and friendly.” 9
- “Very nice hotel. We had a superior double room that provided a 5 star view. Sitting on the deck was beautiful. Staff was so nice. The breakfast buffet is great, lots to choose from and very good.” 14
- “The hotel has a friendly and informal atmosphere; the staff are very helpful, the location is excellent and the food is fantastic.” 12
- “Stately hotel right on the harbor across from Bryggen. Bed was amazingly comfortable, service was great. Well positioned to hit all that Bergen has to offer” 14
- “Wonderful accommodations, a central location, helpful staff, and a wide selection of breakfast options.” 14
- “Service: Polite and professional from all the staff we talked to (and excellent English, too!)” 21
- “Friendliness from the whole staff. You could walk to a shopping street and main shopping street❤” 10
- “The staff did all they can for an excellent stay.” 10
- “My specific room left a bit to be desired, but it was due to my choice of a standard room. I was still quite happy with the amenities and location though!” 14
- “The rooms and hallways were a little tired / worn looking. Our room was quite small (no room for 2 bags) as oposed to our traveling partners who has sufficient room for the four of us to sit together.” 14
- “The room was bright and en suite, the location was optimal.” 10
- “Pros: Nice room on the 6th floor in the perfect location with a beautiful view of the harbor, very quiet, and wonderful breakfast - everything you could want.” 9
- “The layout of the room was very convenient; however, there was a strong musty... Read full review” 9
- “Decent view, a bigger balcony, lovely bed, too.” 10
- “A double room with a stunning view over the harbour, to the shops and restaurants on the other side.” 21
- “very lovely stay, nothing too much trouble, we would recommend. there were double superior, double superior rooms with large bathroom, amazing views and a balcony.” 10
- “The room had good space, and was clean and comfortable.” 9
- “On the other hand Radisson had all small things in room, big enough not to feel claustrophobic.” 7
- “It is not common for hotels in Norway (and other Scandinavian countries) to have air conditioning. So we had to sleep with windows open which was not pleasant due to noise and light. Some people may not have been bothered by the room temp but we were.” 16
- “I stayed in clarion hotel, Bergen which had decent stay, small room, room was not equipped with basic facilities like kettle or normal water.” 7
- “The updated room decor is on par with that at the Clarion Collection Havnekontoret and the Radisson Blu Royal, but prices here tend to be lower -- perhaps due to the less impressive common spaces, fewer features, or location farther from Bryggen.” 17
- “The beds were comfortable in our room.” 10
- “Room was small but adequate. Location was perfect.” 14
- “I can't speak on the Thon Rosenkrantz but we spent a couple nights at the Clarion Admiral and enjoyed it. We spent a bit extra for a room with a balcony overlooking the water, which was great.” 16
- “Located in the heart of the city, the Clarion Hotel Admiral offers superb views of both of Bergen and Vagen Bay.” 8
- “The hotel is located in central Bergen and it enjoys fantastic views of the harbour, the famous Bryggen, the mountains and the fish market” 6
- “Pros: Nice room on the 6th floor in the perfect location with a beautiful view of the harbor, very quiet, and wonderful breakfast - everything you could want.” 9
- “The hotel's location is ideal for exploring the city, with many popular gems a 5-15-minute stroll away, including the fish market, Bryggen, Floibanen funicular, Bergenhus Fortress, and Bergen Aquarium (Northern Europe's largest aquarium, with a discounted rate for guests).” 14
- “Sitting on top of the water in central Bergen and directly opposite the Hanseatic wooden buildings of famous Bryggen, the hotel offers excellent views of the wharf, including the buzzy fish market (Fisketorget), Bryggen district, and even Mount Fløyen and Ulriken.” 14
- “My specific room left a bit to be desired, but it was due to my choice of a standard room. I was still quite happy with the amenities and location though!” 14
- “Room was small but adequate. Location was perfect.” 14
- “Due to its prime location, a stay at the Clarion Hotel Admiral provides the perfect base to explore Bergen.” 8
- “The location was top, within walking distance of fish market.” 10
- “there were double superior, double superior rooms with large bathroom, amazing views and a balcony. it was near resturants, a main shopping street, unique location overall.” 10
- “Great location, horrible beds” 9
- “Had a great location, very close to the sights.” 14
- “The hotel has an excellent location, with all the main attractions and points of interest within a very short distance.” 9
- “A comfy bed boasted the plumpest pillows we'd ever seen, and a stylish collection of velvet cushions.” 21
- “Modernized interiors of the property lend a stylish vibe with contemporary artwork, including hanging glass "bubble" installations in the lobby, velvet blackout drapes and upholstered chairs, patterned area rugs, polished wood floors, and leather seating.” 14
- “Stately hotel right on the harbor across from Bryggen. Bed was amazingly comfortable, service was great. Well positioned to hit all that Bergen has to offer” 14
- “All good - I liked my stay - food was fresh and my bed was extremely comfy.” 10
- “The breakfast buffet is great, lots to choose from and very good. There is a small bistro menu for dinner. Overpriced as most hotel food is but very tasty.” 14
- “Value for money, and the location was brilliant for exploring Bergen.” 10
- “Breakfast is included in the room rate and receives top marks from past kimkim travelers for its selection and quality.” 14
- “The updated room decor is on par with that at the Clarion Collection Havnekontoret and the Radisson Blu Royal, but prices here tend to be lower -- perhaps due to the less impressive common spaces, fewer features, or location farther from Bryggen.” 17
What we still don't know
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- No reviewer has named an individual room number here yet.
- Nothing reliable said about room types.
- Nothing reliable said about building or wing.
- Nothing reliable said about which side it faces.
- Nothing reliable said about position on the floor.
- 17 sources carry no publication date, so we cannot tell how current they are.
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- 3Clarion Hotel Admiral | WEBSITE | Bergen | Norwayclarionadmiral.com-hotel.websiteReview site2025-06-11RecentRead originalclarionadmiral.com-hotel.website
- 7Radisson blu vs clarion collection Havnekontoret : r/Bergenreddit.comForum thread2024-08-15Ageing4 quotes used
“On the other hand Radisson had all small things in room, big enough not to feel claustrophobic.”
Read originalreddit.com - 17Clarion Hotel Admiral Review: What To REALLY ...oyster.comReview site2024-08-08Ageing4 quotes used
“Though the restaurant area and many of the rooms are dated and awaiting renovation (slated to be completed by November 2013), the renovated rooms are contemporary and stylish; some have balconies with views of the water.”
Read originaloyster.com - 21Review: Clarion Hotel Admiral, Bergen | 2emptynesters2emptynesters.comReview site2018-05-23Ageing7 quotes used
“The Clarion Hotel Admiral is in the centre of things in Bergen, but its waterside position adds a feeling of peace and tranquillity, with the hills beyond providing a stunning backdrop.”
Read original2emptynesters.com - 1Clarion Hotel® Admiral | Bergenstrawberryhotels.comReview siteDate not stated5 quotes used
“The rooms are bright and spacious featuring Scandinavian interior design and maritime décor, many also offering fabulous views.”
Read originalstrawberryhotels.com - 2Clarion Hotel Admiral, Bergen, Norway. Rates from NOK1, ...clarionhoteladmiralbergen.h-rez.comReview siteDate not statedRead originalclarionhoteladmiralbergen.h-rez.com
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