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The best area to stay in Trondheim is the city centre, particularly around the areas of Midtbyen and Bakklandet.


Midtbyen is the main hub of Trondheim. It's very walkable and home to landmarks like the Nidaros Cathedral and the Old Town Bridge. You'll find a wide range of hotels, shops, and restaurants along streets such as Nordre Gate and Olav Tryggvasons Gate. The area is well-connected by public transport, making it easy to reach other parts of the city.


Couples often find Bakklandet a delightful choice. This historic neighbourhood, with its colourful wooden houses and cobbled streets, is just across the Old Town Bridge from Midtbyen. It's known for its charming cafes, independent boutiques, and art galleries. Strolling along the Nidelva river here offers a relaxed and enjoyable experience.


For solo travellers, Midtbyen offers excellent convenience. Its central location means you're close to most attractions, museums, and nightlife.

Two of the best hotels in Trondheim that receive consistently high recommendations from travellers are the Britannia Hotel and the Clarion Hotel Trondheim.


The Britannia Hotel, with an exceptional 9.8 rating, is a truly luxurious option. Guests frequently praise the fantastic and super comfortable rooms, the incredible food, and the super breakfast. The staff and concierge are also noted for being friendly and fantastic. This hotel offers premium bedding, designer toiletries, and 24-hour room service. It's conveniently located near Vitensenteret, just 0.2 km away, and the Trondheim Maritime Museum, 0.4 km away.


Another highly recommended option is the Clarion Hotel Trondheim, which has a 9.2 rating. Travellers consistently highlight the excellent and top breakfast, the amazing location, and the good restaurant. The rooms are described as amazing, and the staff are helpful. It is very close to Rockheim, just 0.0 km away, and Pirbadet, 0.1 km away.

For families travelling to Trondheim, outstanding options include the Britannia Hotel and the Radisson Blu Royal Garden Hotel, both highly rated for their family-friendly amenities and excellent locations.


The Britannia Hotel, with a superb 9.8 rating, is an exceptional choice for families. It offers complimentary rollaway beds, free buffet breakfast, and thoughtful amenities like slippers and bathrobes specifically for children. Guests consistently praise the fantastic and super comfortable rooms, the incredible food, and the super breakfast. It is conveniently located near Vitensenteret (0.2 km), Rockheim (0.8 km), and Pirbadet (0.9 km), offering plenty of nearby activities for all ages.


The Radisson Blu Royal Garden Hotel, rated 9.0, is another excellent option. It provides cribs and connecting rooms, ideal for families needing more space. Its location is perfect, with Trondheim Maritime Museum just 0.1 km away and Vitensenteret 0.5 km distant. Guests have consistently highlighted the excellent and exceptional staff, the nice and clean rooms, and the great breakfast.


The P-Hotels Brattøra, with an 8.0 rating, also caters to families with child-friendly window designs and connecting rooms. It is well-situated, being only 0.4 km from Rockheim and 0.6 km from Pirbadet.


Another good choice is the Comfort Hotel Park, rated 8.6, which provides sofa beds and free breakfast, including a self-serve option. It is located 0.5 km from Vitensenteret.


Finally, the Comfort Hotel Trondheim, with an 8.4 rating, offers sofa beds and a free buffet breakfast. Its location is perfect, being just 0.3 km from Vitensenteret and 0.3 km from Trondheim Maritime Museum. Guests frequently mention the amazing and clean rooms, the phenomenal breakfast, and the extremely helpful and friendly staff. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Trondheim

For a luxurious stay in Trondheim, the Britannia Hotel is an exceptional option.


The Britannia Hotel, boasting an outstanding 9.8 rating, offers a truly refined experience. Guests consistently praise the fantastic, super comfortable rooms, the incredible food, and the fantastic staff, including a friendly concierge. Premium bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, bathrobes, and designer toiletries ensure a comfortable stay. The hotel provides 24-hour room service and valet parking for added convenience. It is also well-located, being just 0.2 km from Vitensenteret and 0.4 km from the Trondheim Maritime Museum. Find more luxury hotels in Trondheim

For an outstanding spa hotel experience in Trondheim, the Britannia Hotel is an excellent choice.


This hotel, with an exceptional 9.8 rating, offers an on-site spa with a range of treatments including facial treatments, sports massage, Thai massage, body treatments, manicures and pedicures, and body scrubs. Guests can also enjoy the steam room and various massage options like deep tissue and Swedish massage, with advance notice recommended for booking. Reviewers consistently highlight the fantastic and super comfortable rooms, fantastic staff, super breakfast, and incredible food. The hotel is conveniently located near several points of interest, with Stiftsgarden Royal Residence just 0.2 km away, Nidaros Cathedral at 0.6 km, and both The Royal Regalia and Archbishop's Palace within 0.7 km. See all spa hotels in Trondheim

For hotels in Trondheim that offer complimentary breakfast, consider the Britannia Hotel, Quality Hotel Prinsen, Clarion Hotel Trondheim, Thon Hotel Nidaros, or Quality Hotel Panorama.


The Britannia Hotel, with an exceptional 9.8 rating, provides a free buffet breakfast daily. Guests consistently praise the super breakfast, fantastic and super comfortable rooms, and incredible food. It is also conveniently located just 0.2 km from Vitensenteret and Torget Square.


Another excellent choice is the Quality Hotel Prinsen, rated 9.4, which also includes a free buffet breakfast. This hotel is close to Vitensenteret (0.5 km) and Torget Square (0.2 km).


The Clarion Hotel Trondheim, with a 9.2 rating, offers a free breakfast that guests describe as excellent and top. Its amazing location is also highlighted, being just 0.5 km from the Trondheim Maritime Museum.


The Thon Hotel Nidaros, rated 9.0, provides a phenomenal and great free full breakfast. Guests frequently mention the amazing staff and great, big rooms. It is situated 0.3 km from Trondheim Maritime Museum and 0.4 km from Vitensenteret.


Finally, the Quality Hotel Panorama, with an 8.6 rating, also includes a free buffet breakfast. This hotel is located 1.7 km from Saupstad Dog Park.

For top pet-friendly hotels in Trondheim, consider the Quality Hotel Augustin, P-Hotels Brattøra, and Best Western Plus Hotel Bakeriet.


The Quality Hotel Augustin, with an 8.4 rating, warmly welcomes pets and even provides food and water bowls for your companions. Guests frequently praise its wonderful, walkable location, which is just 0.4 km from Vitensenteret and 0.8 km from the Trondheim Maritime Museum. It also offers a complimentary self-serve breakfast.


Another excellent choice is the P-Hotels Brattøra, rated 8.0, which allows both dogs and cats and offers food and water bowls. It boasts a great location, being only 0.4 km from Rockheim and 0.5 km from the Trondheim Maritime Museum.


The Best Western Plus Hotel Bakeriet, rated 8.6, is also highly recommended for pet owners, welcoming both dogs and cats. This hotel provides a complimentary full breakfast, which guests often describe as good. It is conveniently located 0.1 km from the Trondheim Maritime Museum and 0.4 km from Vitensenteret. See more pet-friendly hotels in Trondheim

For excellent budget hotels in Trondheim, consider the Quality Hotel Prinsen or Thon Hotel Trondheim.


The Quality Hotel Prinsen, with an impressive 9.4 rating, offers free WiFi and complimentary buffet breakfast. It is conveniently located near several attractions, including Vitensenteret (0.5 km) and Torget Square (0.2 km). Guests appreciate the on-site gym.


Another great choice is the Thon Hotel Trondheim, rated 8.2. This hotel provides free breakfast and free WiFi, and it is situated within a shopping district, with a shopping mall on-site. Torget Square is just 0.1 km away, and guests frequently mention the excellent breakfast and good location.


The Scandic Lerkendal, a hotel with an 8.4 rating, is another option. It offers free WiFi, premium bedding, and free designer toiletries. There is also on-site shopping and a gift shop.


For a hostel option, Rumi Hostel, rated 9.2, provides free WiFi and covered, secured self-parking. It is located 0.9 km from Trondheim Maritime Museum.


Finally, the City Living Sentrum Hotell, with an 8.2 rating, offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. It is conveniently located within a shopping mall and is 0.4 km from Trondheim Maritime Museum and 0.4 km from Torget Square. Guests consistently praise its amazing location. View all budget hotels in Trondheim

For a romantic stay in Trondheim, couples should consider the Britannia Hotel or the Clarion Hotel Trondheim.


The Britannia Hotel, with an exceptional 9.8 rating, offers a truly luxurious experience. Guests frequently praise the fantastic and super comfortable rooms, the incredible food, and the super breakfast. Its central location places it within a short distance of The Royal Regalia, Nidaros Cathedral, Stiftsgarden Royal Residence, and the Archbishop's Palace. The hotel also features a sauna for relaxation.


Another excellent choice for couples is the Clarion Hotel Trondheim, rated 9.2. This hotel is known for its amazing location and excellent, top breakfast. It also offers couples dining options, which is a lovely touch for a romantic getaway. Guests have also noted the amazing rooms and helpful staff. While a little further from some attractions, it remains conveniently located.

The best time to visit Trondheim is during the summer months, from June to August, when the weather is at its most pleasant.


During this period, you'll experience longer daylight hours, often with temperatures averaging around 20°C, making it ideal for exploring the city on foot or by bicycle. This is when you can fully enjoy outdoor activities such as boat trips along the Nidelva River or relaxing in the outdoor cafes. Many local festivals and events also take place in the summer, adding to the city's appeal.


For those interested in winter sports or experiencing a truly Norwegian winter wonderland, December to March can also be a good time to visit. While temperatures are colder, often below freezing, the city is transformed by snow, and you can enjoy activities like cross-country skiing or ice skating. The Christmas markets in December are particularly special.

Trondheim offers a varied nightlife, primarily concentrated in a few key areas, each with its own appeal.


The city centre, particularly around Nordre gate and Jomfrugata, is where you'll find a good selection of pubs, bars, and a few nightclubs. It's a busy area, especially on weekends, with places suiting different tastes, from relaxed pubs serving local beers to venues playing popular music for dancing.


Bakklandet, with its charming wooden houses, has a more relaxed evening scene. You'll find several cosy pubs and wine bars here, many with outdoor seating during the warmer months, making it ideal for a quieter drink and conversation. It's a nice area for a leisurely evening.


Solsiden, a former shipyard area, has been redeveloped and now hosts a collection of restaurants that transform into lively bars in the evenings. It's particularly popular in summer, with many places offering outdoor terraces by the waterfront.

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