Ski resort of Geilo lies around 240 km west of Oslo and is Norway’s oldest ski resort. It is known as a versatile resort for all kinds of winter sports. Alpine skiers will find their own individual level on one of the 35 different ski runs.
Geilo ski resort
The ski center at Geilo consists of 46 slopes, 4 chair lifts, 4 children's areas and 2 terrain parks. The ski resort is spread over two valleys surrounding Geilo, the ski bus takes you easily from one side of the valley to the other completely free of charge, so that all ski slopes are easily accessible. The base areas are also connected by larger slopes and ski lifts.
The ski resort at Geilo is very suitable for families, as there are fantastic children's areas, nice slopes consisting of chairlifts and T-hooks. In all base areas you will find slopes and a "magic carpet" perfect for children and beginners, these are free to use.
There are three snow parks for snowboarders and 200 km of immaculately prepared ski tracks are available for Cross-country skiing. The ski resort is also known as a paradise for kite skiing.
Geilo village
There are several different areas both in Geilo and the surrounding area: Kikut, Vestlia, Center of Geilo and Havsdalen.
Kikut is over 1,000 meters above sea level and is a sunny area all year round. There is no ski rental at Kikut, so Vestlia is the closest place to rent skis. Kikut is located approx. 5 km from the center of Geilo. The Kikut bus is the easiest way to get from the train to the apartment, see timetable.
Vestlia is 2 kilometers from the center of Geilo. This is an activity eldorado for young and old. Here you`ll find Vestlia Resort and Geilolia Cabins and apartments. Both are very family-friendly and are located right next to the ski resort, and there are many winter activities right outside the door. The ski bus runs right by and takes you to and from the center and to the ski resort on the other side.
Havsdalen is 1,000 meters above sea level and approx. 4.2 km from the center of Geilo. Havsdalsgrenda offers modern, high-standard apartments in the middle of the ski slope, you also have access to a sauna and swimming pool.
In the Geilo city center you can choose from several different accommodation options. Dr. Holms Hotel is a family-friendly hotel in the city centre, right by the train station and Slaatta Ski Centre. Geilo Mountain Lodge is idyllically situated just before the center of Geilo, 650 meters from the train station. This is a hotel with fantastic interior with exquisite food, suitable for adults who want something a little out of the ordinary. Highland Lodge offers hotel rooms and apartments, as well as a swimming pool, own bakery, a pizza restaurant and Smakeriet Beefbar restaurant. Geilo Hotel is located 500 meters from the train station after the city centre, they have a long history and traditions dating back to 1880, here you can enjoy the traditional style in modern comfort. The hotel is also right next to the ski slope and Geiloheisen. Right before the center of Geilo is Bardøla Fjelltun which offers cabins and apartments approx.
Havsdalen