Banken Hotel, Haugesund

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About the Hotel

Strandgate 161, Haugesund, Norway, 5525
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Banken Hotel is a 4-star hotel housed in a historic bank building from 1919, located just a few meters from the inner quay and Haraldsgata pedestrian street. Amenities include a complimentary breakfast buffet, a library, and meeting rooms, along with modern design integrated with the original architecture.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Banken Hotel feature a flat-screen TV, electric kettle, and a private bathroom with a shower. Certain accommodations offer city views, spacious layouts, and a crystal chandelier, enhancing the historical ambiance of the hotel.

Dining & Nearby Options

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays, and several nearby dining options are available, including Il Forno and Oxe Burger, all within 0.5 km. The hotel's proximity to various restaurants ensures convenient dining experiences.

Leisure & Environment

For leisure, guests can enjoy the hotel's historical features, such as the original staircase and bank vault. Additionally, Banken Hotel takes an active approach to environmental responsibility and sustainability, being recognized as an Eco-Lighthouse.

Services & Local Area

The hotel offers amenities like free wireless internet access, dry cleaning services, and a 24-hour reception. It is conveniently located near public transport options including bus stops within a short walk, as well as being just a 20-minute drive from the Airport HAU on Karmoy.

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Banken Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Budget Double Room
2 persons
110 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Double Room
2 persons
155 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Superior Double Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Single Room
2 persons
155 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Banken Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.7/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace

Room features

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Banken Hotel Location

Strandgate 161, Haugesund, Norway, 5525
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Strandgate 161, Haugesund, Norway, 5525
Nearby
Museum
Karmsund Civic Museum
1600 ft
Church
Our Saviour's Church
1600 ft
Haraldsgata
Haraldsgata street
1600 ft
Risoybroa
1600 ft
Park
Vangen
1100 ft
Island
Risoy
1500 ft
Smedasundet
Indre Kai
1100 ft
Mall
Markedet
1600 ft
Restaurants
Eldo Garden
300 ft
Strandgata 151
Brasserie Brakstad
600 ft
Kaigata 2
Dolly Dimple's Haugesund
300 ft
Haraldsgata 165
Bento Sushi
400 ft
Strandgata 150
Oxe Burger
500 ft
Soerhauggata 156
MM Cafe & Bar
1000 ft
Strandgata 130
Getting around
City Centre
Haugesund2 min  ·  400 ft
Airports
"Haugesund Airport, Karmoy" (HAU)22 min  ·  8.8 mi
Stord Airport, Sorstokken (SRP)93 min  ·  38.2 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
from 07:00-12:00
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel Banken guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2011
Number of floors:
5
Number of rooms:
48
Former name
First Hotel

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Banken Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 477 verified reviews
7.8/10
Very good
79%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.9/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Comfort
8.4/10
Facilities
7.7/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.7/10
Location
9.1/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.0/10
Staff
8.3/10
Value for money
8.0/10
Guest reviews
based on 1371 reviews
8.0/10
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