Avg. price
£297/night
£149pp · under 2s free
Best months
Dec - Mar
Properties
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Highlight
Empty slopes + fjords + incredible hotel
A hidden gem ski resort in Western Norway with empty slopes, jaw-dropping fjords, and one of the most family-friendly hotels we've ever stayed in. Not cheap, but genuinely once-in-a-lifetime.
Norway Travel Guide for Families
Getting to Myrkdalen from the UK
The easiest route is to fly into Bergen Airport (Flesland) - Jet2 and Norwegian fly direct from several UK airports including Gatwick, Manchester and Edinburgh. From Bergen it's about a 2.5-hour drive or transfer to Myrkdalen. Most ski package operators like Inghams include coach transfers with a stop in the pretty town of Voss. You can also fly into Oslo and take the spectacular Bergen Railway, but it adds a full day of travel - fine without kids, less ideal with a toddler.
Visa & Entry Requirements
UK citizens do NOT need a visa to visit Norway for holidays up to 90 days. Norway is part of the Schengen Area, so your passport is stamped on entry. Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure date and issued within the last 10 years. Children need their own passport. No ETIAS travel authorisation is required yet for UK citizens (expected to launch later in 2026, but check before you book). Travel insurance is essential - Norway is not covered by the UK's GHIC card.
Best Time to Visit
For skiing at Myrkdalen, the season runs from December to April, with February and March being the sweet spot - good snow, more daylight, and slightly milder temperatures. We went in early February and had clear blue skies every day, though that's not guaranteed. Summer (June-August) transforms Myrkdalen into a hiking and mountain biking destination with 20+ hours of daylight. For families with babies, winter is actually easier than you'd think - Norwegian culture is very outdoorsy and babies nap outside in prams even in sub-zero temperatures.
Currency & Costs
Norway uses the Norwegian Krone (NOK). It is expensive - there's no getting around it. A pint in the hotel was £12, at the top of the mountain £14. Eating out will cost similar to central London prices. The good news: if you book a full board package, you've locked in most of your food costs upfront. Card payment is accepted everywhere - we barely used cash the entire trip. Tipping is not expected but rounding up is appreciated.
Packing for Winter with a Baby
Layering is everything. For a 13-month-old in Norwegian winter, you need a proper snowsuit (not just a padded jacket), warm hat that covers ears, mittens with clips so they don't get lost, and decent boots if they're walking. We also brought a buggy rain cover which doubled as a wind shield. The pram was essential - Tallulah slept outside in it Norwegian-style and loved it. Don't overpack on nappies - you can buy them at the hotel shop or local store.
Language
Everyone in Norway speaks excellent English. We never had a single communication issue. Restaurant menus are in Norwegian and English. Hotel staff, transfer drivers, activity guides - all fluent. That said, learning 'takk' (thank you) goes a long way.
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We took our 13-month-old to Myrkdalen in February 2026. Husky sledding, fjord cruises, empty ski slopes and the best family hotel we've stayed in.
A Week in Myrkdalen with a 13-Month-Old →
Tested with Tallulah