Skåbu Fjellhotell
Sometimes a hotel is more than just a place to sleep: it's the destination itself. Get inspired and find your perfect mountain stay in Norway's highest mountain village at Skåbu Fjellhotell.
Skåbu Fjellhotell – A family-run hotel in Norway's highest mountain village
High in the mountains in Innlandet, where the view stretches over wide plains and the air tastes a little fresher, you will find Skåbu Fjellhotell. This is not a hotel in the usual sense. It's a place where you can truly relax, where the food on your plate tells a story about the local landscape, and where every room is decorated with an attention to detail that shows that someone really cares.
We at Picolo recommend Skåbu Fjellhotell to those who want something more than just a place to sleep. Here there is soul, substance and genuine Norwegian mountain culture.
Accommodation at Skåbu Fjellhotell: From double rooms to mountain suites
Skåbu Fjellhotell is a family-run mountain hotel with newly renovated rooms that balance the traditional with the modern. You can choose between comfortable double rooms with private or shared bathrooms, spacious mountain suites with lovely views and beds you won't want to get up from, even if the mountain is waiting outside the window. For families and groups of friends, there are apartments with separate bedrooms that provide a little extra space and freedom.
For those travelling in a group, there are interconnected rooms that offer a little more freedom without compromising on comfort. Regardless of the type of room, a well-thought-out design and good comfort await.
Sammenhengende dobbeltrom
To sammenhengende dobbeltrom på Skåbu Fjellhotell. Perfekt for familier og vennegrupper som vil bo nært hverandre uten å gå på kompromiss med komforten.
Standard dobbeltrom med dobbeltseng
Gode senger og varme farger venter på Skåbu Fjellhotell.
Familieleilighet med stue og kjøkken
God plass til hele familien på Skåbu Fjellhotell.
Fjellsuite
Noen opphold fortjener litt ekstra. Fjellsuiten på Skåbu Fjellhotell setter stemningen.
Restaurant Skadir – Local food at a high level
Much of the soul of Skåbu Fjellhotell lives in the kitchen. Restaurant Skadir is not just a place where you have dinner. It is an experience that shows what Norwegian mountain food can be when it is treated with respect and creativity.
The kitchen pays homage to the local area. The ingredients are sourced from the region, natural wine dominates the menu, and the a la carte menu gives you the opportunity to compose your evening just the way you want it. Breakfast is just as well thought out as dinner, and is a great start to a day in the mountains.
Restaurant Skadir at Skåbu Fjellhotell
Cooking courses at Skåbu Fjellhotell – Experience Foodlab Skåbu
Skåbu Fjellhotell is far more than a place to sleep. With Foodlab Skåbu, you get the opportunity to go behind the scenes at one of Norway's most exciting mountain kitchens. Here it is not about watching, but it is about participating. You will learn how to ferment vegetables, identify and harvest mushrooms in the surrounding nature, and through butchering courses, gain insight into the craftsmanship behind what ends up on the plate.
It's the kind of stay where you go home with new skills and new flavours, and stories you didn't have the day before.
Package deals for every traveller
Whether you're looking for a romantic mountain stay, a culinary weekend or just a few quiet days away from everyday life, Skåbu has put together packages that make planning easy.
The romantic mountain package is a good fit for couples, the high mountain package provides seasonal experiences that change with the shifting nature surrounding you, and a Taste of Skåbu is created for those who want to experience the best of local food and mountain culture.
Do you want to truly relax and enjoy the holidays without thinking about planning? Skåbu Fjellhotell takes care of the practicalities, so you can focus on what matters. It has put together its own packages for the Christmas holidays, New Year's Eve and Easter where good food, atmospheric surroundings and mountain nature do the work for you. All you have to do is show up. These packages are popular, so it's important to book early.
See all of our packages here.
Summer in Skåbu – a picnic with a view
On some days nature is the whole experience.
How to get to Skåbu Fjellhotell
Skåbu Fjellhotell is located in Skåbuvegen 2724, 2643 Skåbu, in Nord-Fron municipality in Innlandet.
From Oslo by car: approx. 3 hours and 50 minutes. The train from Oslo Central to Vinstra takes approx. 3 hours and 16 minutes, followed by bus 240 to Skåbu (40 minutes).
From Lillehammer by car: approx. 1 hour. The bus via Vinstra takes approx. 1.5 hours.
From Trondheim by car: approx. 4 hours and 20 minutes. The train to Vinstra takes approx. 3.5 hours, followed by bus 240 to Skåbu (40 minutes).
Check departure times and purchase train tickets at entur.no. The 240 bus between Vinstra and Skåbu is operated by Innlandstrafikk.
Contact info and bookings:
📞 +47 61 29 55 00
✉️ booking@skabufjellhotell.no
🌐 skabufjellhotell.no
Frequently asked questions about Skåbu Fjellhotell
What is included in a stay at Skåbu Fjellhotell? Most packages include accommodation and breakfast. Dinner in Restaurant Skadir and additional experiences such as Foodlab courses can be booked separately or as part of a package deal.
When is the best time to visit Skåbu Fjellhotell? Skåbu Fjellhotell is attractive all year round. Summer offers mountain hikes and rafting on Sjoa, while winter offers ski trails through birch forests and dog sledding in open mountain terrain. Read more about what you can experience at Skåbu Fjellhotell's activity page. Holidays such as Christmas, New Year and Easter are especially popular, so it's important to book early.
Do I have to stay at the hotel to dine at Restaurant Skadir? No, Restaurant Skadir is open for everyone. Reservations for dinner must be made no later than 12:00 on the same day, while lunch is served without reservations.
Does Skåbu Fjellhotell offer Christmas parties and parties? Yes, the hotel hosts Christmas parties oand celebrations in unique mountain surroundings. Please contact the hotel directly for customised offers and rates. Read more about events and celebrations at Skåbu Fjellhotell.