It's huge and unrelentingly modern from the outside, but the Scandic has a few surprises on the inside – including surprisingly attractive rooms decorated with abstract murals depicting Hamar architecture. The usual extras include a gym and decent restaurant, but it's short on charm, and a good five-minute walk to the town centre.
Scandic Hamar
Central Norway
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