A cozy Bergen guesthouse in a traditional wooden building offering simple, clean rooms at budget prices. The central location and homey atmosphere make it perfect for budget travelers exploring Bergen.
Marken Gjestehus sits on the pedestrian street of Marken in the heart of Bergen, a five-minute walk from the train station and within easy reach of Bryggen, the fish market, and the Fløibanen funicular. The building dates to the 19th century, when it operated as a bakery until 1969; repairs to the old oven in 1860 uncovered the remains of a boathouse, evidence that Bergen's harbor once reached further inland. The guesthouse blends dormitory beds (four to ten persons) with private rooms, all simply furnished with lockers, desks, and shared bathrooms down the hall. There is no on-site restaurant, but guests have free use of a fully equipped communal kitchen and a dining area with mountain views, along with a TV lounge and public computer access. Service leans toward hostel-style self-sufficiency rather than concierge attention, though the property has been voted Norway's best hostel in nine separate years since 1997 and keeps a strong focus on cleanliness. The homey, budget-friendly atmosphere and central location make it a practical base for travelers exploring Bergen on foot.
Amenities
- shared bathrooms
- central location
- WiFi
- traditional building
- breakfast available
- affordable
Location
Kong Oscars gate 45, 5017 Bergen
60.3903, 5.3322 View on map
Highlights
- Pedestrian Marken street location, five minutes from Bergen train station
- Historic 19th-century building, formerly a bakery, with boathouse remains found in 1860
- Free-to-use communal kitchen and mountain-view dining area
- Voted Norway's best hostel in nine separate years since 1997
Tips for visiting
- Book private rooms well ahead in summer, as Bergen's central budget rooms sell out quickly
- Bathrooms are shared, so pack a towel and flip-flops
- Use the communal kitchen to cut food costs in an otherwise expensive city
- Walk to Bryggen, the fish market, and the funicular rather than relying on transit