Jølstraholmen Nature Hotel

Jølstraholmen Nature Hotel - Where Nature and Comfort Meet

Jølstraholmen Nature Hotel builds on the soul of Jølstraholmen, but with a completely new setting for the experience. Here, nature still takes centre stage, while comfort, design and experiences lift the whole stay to a new level.

At Jølstraholmen Nature Hotel, you can stay on your own terms in a unique mix of accommodations: the iconic River Suites with panoramic views of the Jølstra River, exclusive suites in a restored 19th-century barn, spacious lodges, stylish deluxe cabins and comfortable standard cabins.

Culinary experiences as part of the journey

Food is an essential part of your stay – in our restaurant, the chef serves local flavours and seasonal ingredients, while the bar offers everything from a refreshing aperitif to something delightful in your glass after dinner.

Meeting and activity rooms

Jølstraholmen offers modern meeting rooms for both small and large gatherings, as well as an activity room with shuffleboard and board games.

Wide range of activities and rentals

Jølstraholmen offers an active holiday for both young and old. Here you’ll find a private sauna by the river, a natural swimming pool with a sandy beach, and a large playground with trampolines, a zipline and a waterslide.

You can also rent single or double kayaks, as well as SUP boards, to explore the beautiful Jølstravatnet up close. If you’d like to see the mountains reflected in the calm surface of the lake, you can rent e-bikes or hybrid bikes to explore the surrounding area. A recommended cycling route is along the southern side of Jølstravatnet up to Astruptunet.

End the day in the hot sauna by the riverbank, or take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, filled only with fresh and clean river water.

In the nearby area you’ll find

Jølster is famous for its beautiful scenery and rich cultural life. Right next to Jølstraholmen, you’ll find an 18-hole golf course run by Sunnfjord Golf Club, and Jølster Ski Centre with tracks suitable for skiers of all ages. Jølstravatnet lake is one of the best trout-fishing waters in northern Europe, and the same can be said of Jølstra river. Jølster also boasts a rich cultural life and is associated with figures such as Nikolai Astrup and Ludvig Eikaas. There is easy access to both glacier hikes and summit trips, whether on foot or by ski. In other words, Jølster provides the perfect setting for an active and memorable holiday for the whole family.

Green Key certified establishment

Jølstraholmen has been awarded the Green Key eco-label, and has a strong focus on energy efficiency and sustainable development. The site is 100% energy self-sufficient, generating all its own green electricity from a micro-power plant in the river. The natural pool and waterslide use clean water that comes directly from the river and runs directly back into the river without chemical additives.

Explore Jølster with its lush and pristine nature

Jølstraholmen is located in the Fjord Norway region, which is considered one of the most beautiful parts of Norway. It has stunning, lush and pristine nature, fresh air, clean water, a wealth of culture and friendly locals who’ll happily recommend mountains you can explore without meeting another soul. In Jølster, you can combine undisturbed skiing and fishing trips, scenic mountain hikes or walks along rivers and past waterfalls, with comfortable accommodation and activities at Jølstraholmen.

It’s easy to get here by car and bus, and is only a 45-minute drive from the nearest airport, Førde Airport, or three-and-a-half hours from Bergen Airport.