Hotel 1904 - Ålesund

Ålesund's oldest hotel, with an architecture office inside

Ålesund's oldest hotel, with an architecture office inside

In operation since 1904, Hotel 1904 is Ålesund's oldest hotel. The building houses a working architecture office, where guests can observe architects at work during their stay. The 1904 hotel pairs its historic Art Nouveau facades with guest rooms outfitted with flat-screen TVs, work desks, private bathrooms, and tea/coffee makers. Free WiFi covers the entire Hotel 1904 Norway property. Allergy-free and family rooms are available. Green Garden - the hotel's espresso bar and dining lounge - serves complimentary breakfast with gluten-free and vegetarian options, with the same space extending into a courtyard garden and sun terrace for lunch and dinner. The 24-hour front desk handles laundry, ironing, luggage storage, and meeting/banquet facilities. The multilingual hosts share tips on hidden spots and authentic local experiences. Hotel 1904 Alesund Norway sits in the center of the Art Nouveau district, a short walk from the Jugendstilsenteret, Alesund Museum, and Color Line Stadium. The Aksla Mountain trailhead lies within walking distance, offering panoramic views of the surrounding fjords. Public parking with EV charging is available in the garage beneath the building at NOK 250 per day. Vigra Airport is 8 mi away.

Hotel 1904 at a glance

* Ålesund's oldest hotel, operating since 1904 * On-site architecture office where guests can observe architects at work * Free WiFi throughout the property * Complimentary breakfast with gluten-free and vegetarian options * Green Garden espresso bar and dining lounge with courtyard seating * 24-hour front desk with multilingual staff * Family rooms and allergy-free rooms available * Laundry, ironing, luggage storage, and meeting/banquet facilities * Underground public parking with EV charging (NOK 250 per day) * Vigra Airport located 8 mi away

Where to find Hotel 1904 Alesund

Hotel 1904 Alesund Norway sits in the center of the Art Nouveau district. The Jugendstilsenteret, Alesund Museum, and Color Line Stadium are all within walking distance. The Aksla Mountain trailhead lies a short stroll away, with panoramic views of the surrounding fjords.

Why stay at Hotel 1904

The on-site architecture office sets Hotel 1904 apart from other Ålesund accommodations. The property's historical roots as the city's oldest hotel add another layer: guests sleep within walls that have welcomed travelers for over a century. The multilingual staff share local knowledge, from hidden photo spots to the best times to catch fjord ferries, as part of the hotel's focus on authentic experiences.

Dining and relaxation

Breakfast is served daily in the Green Garden lounge, with gluten-free and vegetarian selections available. The same space operates as an espresso bar and dining lounge for lunch and dinner, extending into a courtyard garden with outdoor furniture and a sun terrace.

• Ålesund's oldest hotel, with an architecture office inside
• Historic Art Nouveau building with working design studio on site
• Central location steps from the Jugendstilsenteret and Aksla Mountain trails