Welcome to Hornindals lake
Set in the heart of Fjord Norway, Havila Hotel Raftevold offers a peaceful stay by Hornindalsvatnet, Europe’s deepest lake. All 43 rooms feature balconies and exterior views of the lake, mountains, or the hotel’s beautiful garden. Guests can enjoy local dishes in the restaurant and café, relax in the lakeside garden.
It’s an idyllic place to celebrate by the lake, surrounded by flowers, calm water, and mountain views — perfect for weddings, gatherings, and romantic moments in nature.
Located close to Geirangerfjord and Stryn, the hotel is an ideal choice for travelers seeking peace, beauty, and authentic Norwegian hospitality.
Breakfast included
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Innsjekk kl.15:00
Panorama
garden
À la carte-restaurant
MICE
Weddings
Restaurant and bar
Restaurant à la carte
Enjoy lunch and dinner with beautiful views of Hornindalsvatnet. We offer an exciting à la carte menu featuring local ingredients inspired by the nature around us. On Sundays, we serve traditional dishes from our Sunday menu. You’ll also find local options and specialties on our drinks menu. For the best experience, please reserve a table at the reception.
open may - september
Lunch 12:00 - 16:00
Dinner 17:00 - 21:00
Tlf.: +47 57 87 99 99
See our menu here >
Dølen
Lobby bar and Terrace
The lobby bar and terrace, **Dølen Eteri**, are named after “D/S Dølen,” a steamboat that operated on Hornindalsvatnet from 1880 to 1950.
Dølen Eteri, our lobby café, serves freshly brewed coffee, tempting cakes, and refreshing drinks throughout the day. With a terrace overlooking Hornindalsvatnet and a lush garden, it’s the perfect place to relax and enjoy the moment.
On the seventh floor, you’ll discover a spacious and inviting lounge, ideal for relaxation and socializing with friends and family. The room is equipped with a variety of entertainment options, including board games, a piano, a small library, a billiard table, and a TV for those seeking a calm pastime. You’ll also find a bar where you can enjoy your favorite drinks and an inviting terrace offering magnificent views of the picturesque fjord.
Garden and terrace by Hornindalsvatnet
At Havila Hotel Raftevold, you’ll find a beautiful garden with a terrace facing directly toward Hornindalsvatnet – Europe’s deepest lake. Here you can enjoy the tranquility, the sound of the water, and the view of the mountains reflecting in the lake. The garden has direct access to the water and is a favorite spot for both guests and locals who want to slow down, take a refreshing swim, or simply enjoy a peaceful day by the lake.
Barbecue area in the garden
In the garden at Havila Hotel Raftevold, you’ll find a cozy barbecue area with a view of the lake. Here you can gather friends, colleagues, or family for an informal evening with good food and beautiful nature as your backdrop. When the weather allows, we light the grill and create a warm and atmospheric outdoor experience – surrounded by mountains, garden flowers, and shimmering water.
Wedding by Hornindalsvatnet
Celebrate love in our beautiful garden by Hornindalsvatnet, surrounded by mountains, flowers and still water – an idyllic place for unforgettable moments at Havila Hotel Raftevold.
Experiences
Conferences
We offer conference rooms for board meetings, management meetings, open and internal kickoff events.
Active Holiday in Hornindal
From peaceful days by Europe’s deepest lake to adventures in the mountains and fjords – enjoy an active holiday surrounded by nature, tranquility, and beautiful views at Hornindalsvatnet.
Hornindal Rundt
Hornindal set out to create the ultimate ultra mountain race – far tougher than anything the world had seen before. 20 mountain checkpoints, 75 kilometers, and 5,600 meters of elevation are completed in a single race.
Vi ønsker dine pelskledde vener velkomen!
Keep up with your training even while on holiday.
Hotel guests can purchase a day pass for Honndalen Gym at the reception. Just ask the front desk for more information.
How to get to Grodås
Havila Hotel Raftevold is located in the heart of Fjord Norway. Our beautiful garden faces Europe’s deepest lake, Hornindalsvatnet. The hotel is close to the Geirangerfjord, which is on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, as well as Briksdal Glacier and the Vestkapp Plateau. The Art Nouveau town of Ålesund, with its beautiful and historic architecture, is only a two-hour drive away via the E39. The nearest airport is Ørsta–Volda Airport, just over half an hour by car from the hotel.