Byrknes ocean rsort

A New Experience
by the Sea

On the windswept shores of Byrknes, a new destination is taking shape. A resort created for tranquil escapes, exceptional dining, and a close connection to nature—where contemporary architecture meets the rugged coastline of Western Norway.

Byrknes Ocean Resort is currently under development. This is a temporary landing page for the project. The full website will be launched at a later date.

Opnar september 2027

About Byrknes Ocean Resort

Byrknes Ocean Resort is a new hotel and coastal retreat currently under development on Byrknes, in the municipality of Gulen, Western Norway. Set on the edge of the ocean, the resort is designed to become a distinctive destination for accommodation, exceptional dining, and spa experiences, all surrounded by the beauty of the Norwegian coastline.

Getting to Byrknes

Byrknes island, north of Bergen

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By sea

  • From the north, express boat from Selje and Flåm/Sogndal twice daily

  • From the south, express boat from Bergen twice daily

  • Enjoy a scenic 90-minute journey through Norway's sheltered coastal waterways—an experience well worth the trip in itself

  • Private boat transfers from Bergen or Bergen Airport (Flesland) can also be arranged on request.

By land

  • Around a two-hour drive from Bergen

  • Located approximately 80 km north of Bergen

  • With a scenic ferry crossing between Leirvåg and Sløvåg along the way

  • Around a 2.5 hour drive from Førde

  • Located approximately 140 km south of Førde

  • With a scenic ferry crossing between Lavik and Oppedal along the way

Byrknes Ocean Resort

Comfort, Views & Exceptional Dining

Stay in Comfort with Panoramic Sea Views

  • A spacious signature suite of more than 60 m²

  • 7 Junior Suites with generous bathrooms and freestanding bathtubs

  • 59 Superior Rooms, all with private balconies

  • 8 elegant accessible rooms, several with connecting doors

  • 2 family-friendly Deluxe Rooms with sofa beds

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Restaurant & Bar – The flavours of the coast

  • Michelin-Starred Chef Christopher Haatuft

  • World-class seafood

  • A journey through Basque culinary philosophy, centred around fish and shellfish, with fire and grilling at its heart

  • Simple, honest and elegant presentation

  • Locally sourced ingredients from trusted regional producers

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Byrknes ocean resort

Shaped by the Ocean

Byrknes Ocean Resort is more than a hotel. It is created for those seeking tranquillity, exceptional quality, and authentic coastal experiences. With 77 thoughtfully designed rooms, a destination restaurant, spa, conference facilities, and the ocean at its doorstep, the resort will become a year-round retreat for relaxation, exploration, and unforgettable stays.

Gateway to the Archipelago

Byrknes Island, North of Bergen An Undiscovered Coastal Paradise

More than a thousand islands, islets and skerries surround Byrknes, creating one of Norway's most captivating coastal landscapes. Here, sheltered waters, dramatic scenery and unspoilt nature provide the perfect setting for memorable experiences in every season.

See progress

Follow the development of Byrknes Ocean Resort throughout the construction journey. Here, we share project updates, key milestones, and behind-the-scenes glimpses as we move towards our opening in 2027.