Beitostølen, Norway
A taste of Italy on the mountain. Ski-in/ski-out apartments in Beitostølen with Casa Montagna restaurant, Ridderbadet pool club, and warm boots waiting at the door.
The back door opens straight onto Beitostølen's ski slope. Boot dryers hum in eighty lockable ski lockers on the ground floor. Upstairs, Casa Montagna fills the corridor with the smell of slow-cooked ragu. Down the hall, Ridderbadet's pool club splits into an adults' section and a separate children's area. Everything sits under one roof, in the centre of the village.
Apartments run from 35 to 90 square metres, sleeping two to six. The largest have private saunas and enough space for a family to spread out after a day on the mountain. Head Chef Martins Lejins cooks Italian from scratch using Norwegian game and seasonal produce. The hotel calls itself "a taste of Italy on the mountain", and between the Tuscan three-course dinners and the snow outside, the description holds.
Step out the ground floor exit and you stand at the base of Beitostølen's ski lifts. No shuttle, no walk. Lockers with integrated boot dryers keep gear warm overnight for NOK 65 per day. Cross-country trails fan out from the Beitostølen Skistadion nearby.
Summer opens the same terrain to hikers and mountain bikers. Inside, an arcade room holds a billiard table and classic arcade games. Ridderbadet pool club runs year-round, with a separate children's section for families. Seasonal events bring guests back to Casa Montagna for themed evenings, including a Toscana Evening in October and a Viltweekend game dinner each November.
Explore additional experiences in the surrounding area.
Route length: 0.1km loopLoop routeBygdinvegen is a nordic ski trail with an asphalt surface that is groomed for backcountry skiing. Motor vehicle access is conditionally restricted from December to April, making it suitable for winter skiing activities. The trail has a maximum speed limit of 80 km/h for vehicles when accessible.
Route length: 6.9km loopEstimated time: 1.5hLoop routeSanddalstjedn naturreservat is a strictly protected nature reserve established on October 12, 1990, classified under protection class 1a. It is managed by Statsforvalteren i Oppland and designated as a wetland preservation area.
Route length: 7.1km loopEstimated time: 1.5hLoop routeLomendeltaet fuglefredingsområde is a protected area dedicated to bird protection, classified under protection class 4. Established on October 12, 1990, it is operated by Statsforvalteren i Oppland.
Route length: 4.8km loopEstimated time: 1hLoop routeRaunberget naturreservat is a forest nature reserve established December 6, 2024, classified as protection class 1a. It is managed by Statsforvalteren i Innlandet to safeguard forested areas and natural values.
Route length: 1.5km loopEstimated time: 19minLoop routeSløtet naturreservat is a strictly protected forest nature reserve operated by Statsforvalteren i Innlandet, established on February 11, 2022. The area is managed to conserve forest ecosystems and biodiversity.
Route length: 7.4km loopEstimated time: 1.5hLoop routeOlberg naturreservat is a forest-focused nature reserve protected under class 1a and managed by Statsforvalteren i Innlandet since February 11, 2022. The reserve aims to preserve forest habitats in the region.
Route length: 1.8km linearEstimated time: 24minDifficulty: HardLinear routeRypestien is an unpaved footpath with good trail visibility. The path has a mountain biking difficulty scale of 2 but is not suitable for wheelchair users.
Route length: 5.3km linearEstimated time: 1hDifficulty: MediumLinear routeAnother segment of the jot66 trail, this mountain hiking path includes N50 mapping data. It is also marked with a T beacon for trail navigation.
Route length: 2.3km linearEstimated time: 30minDifficulty: MediumLinear routeThis segment of jot66 is a mountain hiking path operated by DNT Oslo og Omegn. It is marked with a T beacon indicating a maintained trail for hikers.
Route length: 5.3km linearEstimated time: 1hDifficulty: MediumLinear routeThe jot66 path here is marked for mountain hiking, operated by DNT Oslo og Omegn. It is a highway path with T beacon trail markings.
Casa Montagna sits on the second floor, reachable by lift or by a gentle slope from the ski-slope side. Head Chef Martins Lejins builds every dish from scratch using natural ingredients. The three-course dinner format draws on Tuscan traditions. Norwegian game appears on the autumn menu during Viltweekend in November.
F&B Manager Stamatis Fillipou runs a dining room that stays open from 0700 "until you cannot manage any more". A private Chambre Separee seats smaller groups for business lunches or celebrations. The breakfast buffet covers lactose-free, gluten-free, and vegan options. The kitchen does the same across its evening menu.
Ridderbadet pool club divides into two zones. The adults' section is quiet. The children's section keeps families together without crowding everyone into one pool. Wristband access controls entry.
The largest apartments include private saunas, a rare feature for a mountain lodge of this size. Riddergaarden Beauty provides skin care and beauty treatments on site. Bathrooms throughout the hotel stock Elm Organics products, which are 100% natural, organic, and plant-based.
Riddergaarden's clearest commitments show in the kitchen and the bathrooms. Casa Montagna cooks from scratch with natural ingredients, avoiding processed shortcuts. Every bathroom stocks Elm Organics, a line of 100% natural, organic, plant-based products.
Allergy-friendly apartments use parquet flooring instead of carpet. Dedicated pet-free units protect guests with sensitivities. [FLAG: The hotel's sustainability page exists but its content was not captured. Certifications, energy sources, and formal environmental practices remain unknown.]
Self-catering apartments in a ski-in/ski-out building, ranging from compact 33 m² studios to a 93 m² three-bedroom suite with private sauna. Mountain views and terraces on several units.
Studio Apartment
A compact, practical apartment designed for small families or groups, combining a sleeping area with a comfortable living and dining space. The accommodation includes one 180 cm double bed and a bunk bed, making efficient use of its 33 m²…
Suite
The 68 m² Suite provides an elevated, spacious stay with two bedrooms, a separate living area, and room for up to four guests. It features two double beds, a modern kitchen with dishwasher, dining space, television, and a comfortable lounge…
Studio / Small Apartment (Alkove)
The smallest apartment units starting from 35 m², featuring a practical alcove with bunk bed, modern kitchen with dishwasher, and lounge area. Suitable for 2 persons.
Large Apartment with Sauna
The largest apartment units up to 90 m², featuring multiple bedrooms, a living room, and a private sauna — ideal for groups or families of up to 6 persons seeking long relaxing evenings after an active day.
Accessible Apartment
One of 13 accessibility-adapted apartments with wide doors, low thresholds, ample space in hallway and main room, automatic door openers throughout the building, and lift access.
Family Apartment
Designed for family stays, this 65 m² apartment provides two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a generous 10 m² terrace. The layout gives families more privacy and room to relax than smaller apartments, while the central location makes it convenient for…
Grand Master Suite
The Grand Master Suite is the lodge’s largest accommodation, offering 93 m² across three bedrooms and two bathrooms for groups of up to six. Its generous layout includes several sleeping areas, a full kitchen, dining space, and a comfortable living…
Apartment Deluxe
The Deluxe Apartment offers more space and comfort than the studio while retaining a practical, family-friendly layout. Measuring between 43 and 52 m², it typically combines a double bed with bunk sleeping for up to four guests, alongside a lounge…
One-Bedroom Apartment with Alcove
This spacious 58 m² apartment combines a separate bedroom with a useful sleeping alcove, creating a versatile arrangement for up to four guests. The principal bedroom has a double bed, while the alcove can provide bunk or additional sleeping space…
Warm boots, Italian cooking, and the ski slope at your door. Riddergaarden sits in the centre of Beitostølen.
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