Ranten Hotell Best Western Signature Collection

This is a great place to come for skiing in the winter if you like cross country and want a small downhill slope right outside your door. We come every year for three-four days when our daughters have their winter break. The downhill slope is perfect for beginners, and if you don't need a bigger slope, you won't need to start your car during your stay. The hotel has a low key, sporty atmosphere, staff is friendly, the meals great because of the mountain appetite you work up (don't expect gourmet cooking) and the common areas very welcoming. The tiny pool is often enjoyed by kids after a day of skiing or when the occasional snow storm hits. The rooms are small and the bathrooms smaller. But everything is clean and the beds are ok. The heating in the bathroom floor was not working in one of our rooms this time. Hope they'll fix it for next time:) Consider cross country skiing, or walking during summer season, a couple of miles over to Fagerhoy Fjellstue to have lunch or dinner there one day during your stay. We'll go back to Ranten next February.

An unexpected surprise. When I booked this hotel I thought it was in a city. Good thing I had a cell phone to call the hotel and find out it is in the mountains. A wonderful experience I will never forget We were the only guest at this hotel. We were greeted by the Hotel Chef by the name of Bjarne Andersen. This man made our stay fantastic. He took the time to cook the two of us a complete and wonderful dinner including reindeer pate and a wonderful fish entree. This guy should get an award he catered to us like you would not believe. Breakfast was also a a gourmet delight. He drove many miles just to open the hotel for one couple in June of 2014. The room was OK but the real asset of this hotel is the chef Bjarne Andersen. A one of a kind gem who made two experience travelers very grateful to have met him. Thank you Bjarne.

Wonderful staff and great views. Dining options are limited and expensive.

Very kind people. Make you feel welcome and respected! For us: top! Recommended!!

Good service, amazing location with a beautiful views. This is a great spot for hiking, skiing, fishing and it’s located only 2 hrs from Oslo. The food was great and amazing surroundings. Definitely worth a weekend trip. Absolutely a hidden gem worth visiting. .

Good to stay!