Anyone traveling to Norway on business will be pleased to hear that the historic Britannia hotel in Trondheim has reopened after a four-year, $160 million renovation. A member of the Leading Hotels of the World, Britannia remains a standout among Norway’s luxury properties.
Following its long-awaited grand reopening, Britannia offers 246 guestrooms and 11 suites that retain the hotel’s classic setting amid central Norway’s fjords, now refreshed with entirely new interiors and enhanced services.
First opened in 1870, Britannia has been thoughtfully updated to blend its 150-year-old charm with contemporary comforts. Once favored by local aristocracy who came for world-class salmon fishing—Trondheim lies roughly 60 miles from the Arctic Circle—the hotel now combines historic character with 21st-century technology, upgraded amenities, and refined Norwegian and Scandinavian design and art.
Wellness facilities at the refurbished Britannia Spa include a heated indoor pool, six treatment rooms, multiple saunas, an ice bath, a relaxation lounge, Jacuzzi, fitness center, and an infrared cabin, providing a full spectrum of restorative options for guests.
Dining at Britannia caters to a range of tastes with several distinguished venues. The Palm Court, a glass-domed café, revives a classic social gathering spot for Trondheim’s residents. Speilsalen presents a curated, fixed-course fine-dining experience, while Jonathan Grill offers a more casual menu. The Britannia Bar serves as an elegant cocktail lounge, and Vinbaren highlights selections from the hotel’s extensive 8,000-bottle cellar.
With its combination of historic prestige, modern amenities, and strong culinary and wellness offerings, Britannia reasserts itself as a premier choice for travelers seeking luxury accommodations in Norway’s fjord region.