Sjoa Vanderhjem

Central Norway


Located up on a wooded hillside in Sjoa, 10km south of Otta, this is a welcoming hostel set in the grounds of an old farm. Rooms are in a modern block across the garden and, while basic, are perfectly serviceable and come in various bed configurations. Breakfast and dinner is served in the rustic farmhouse. There's also space for camping.

It's run by Heidal Rafting.


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