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Interior in reception and breakfast room.

The interior at Danebu Kongsgaard

Since early 2020, Danebu Kongsgaard has undergone a major transformation and now stands as a charming boutique hotel with a personal touch, unique style, and warm atmosphere. Throughout this journey, it has been essential to preserve the history and soul of the place, while also meeting modern standards of comfort and design.

Take a digital tour to explore all our living areas and guest rooms:

The Interior Designer

The beautiful interiors at Danebu Kongsgaard were created by the talented interior designer Christine Fikseaunet. She has crafted a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes the hotel feel like an extension of your own mountain cabin.

In October 2022, she was featured as one of the world’s top interior designers in the "Andrew Martin Interior Design Review Vol. 26" – often referred to as the bible of interior design or the Oscars of the industry. The feature included images from both her former home and Danebu Kongsgaard. You’ll find four copies of this book throughout the hotel.

In the autumn 2021 issue of "Interiørmagasinet" (a large Norwegian Interior Magazine), Danebu Kongsgaard was featured in a 16-page article.

the Interior Designer, Christine Fikseaunet

The Reception

Stepping into the reception feels like a warm welcome. You're greeted by cheerful colors and smiling staff. We’re here to welcome you, show you to your room, and happily give you a tour of our charming hotel.

The Fireplace Lounge (Peisestuen)

The Fireplace Lounge is our favorite room – a place you’ll simply want to stay. The moment you enter, your shoulders relax as you're welcomed by its warm and inviting atmosphere. The fireplace is lit, candles glow, and soft background music fills the space. It's the perfect setting for meaningful conversations, perhaps over a good drink and a bite to eat.

Interior in Peisestuen food and wine bar

The Restaurant

A true dining experience is about more than just great food – it’s the combination of flavors, service, and surroundings. Your taste buds should be delighted, and the atmosphere should be warm and intimate, inviting meaningful conversations. Most of all, you should feel cared for. That’s exactly what we aim to create in our restaurant.

The Breakfast Room

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day – and even more enjoyable in our breakfast room. Soft lighting, gentle background music, and morning sunlight streaming through the windows set the tone. Settle into a comfortable chair, sip your coffee, and enjoy a breakfast made from homemade dishes and locally sourced ingredients.

The TV Lounge

Sometimes, all we want is to unwind – play a game, have a chat, or watch a bit of TV. In the TV Lounge, you can do all of that. With a crackling fire and beautiful views, it’s the perfect place to relax and recharge in whatever way brings you peace.

The Library

Few things are as comforting as getting lost in a good book – especially in a quiet, cozy setting. In our library, you can truly unwind, surrounded by the warm, cabin-like atmosphere. And who knows – you might even discover your next great read on our bookshelves.

The Conference Room

Conferences at Danebu Kongsgaard should feel just as inviting as the rest of your stay. With a crackling fireplace, candlelight, and soft lighting, the atmosphere encourages creativity and meaningful dialogue. Suddenly, the results take on a whole new level.

The Guest Rooms

Enjoy a restful night’s sleep in one of our cozy guest rooms. Here, you’ll find the peace and fresh mountain air that only the highlands can offer. Wake up feeling renewed. There are no TVs in the rooms, but we offer strong fiber-optic Wi-Fi.

Sustainability

Sustainability was a key focus during our renovations from 2020 to 2022. Our goal was to use the most sustainable materials and textiles possible – through reuse, repurposing, and recycling.

All the tables in our restaurant are made from reclaimed barn wood, crafted by Drivved. Drivved also restored an old ski lift that now hangs in the reception, and built one of the bookshelves in our library.

The bedspreads and decorative pillows in our rooms are made from recycled wool by House of Good People – a company committed to honest, transparent production and sustainable textiles. A portion of their revenue goes toward supporting people, especially women, who have found themselves in vulnerable situations.

Many of our furnishings have been reused. Some pieces have been in the owners’ family for generations. Others – including lamps, chairs, and decorations – came from a former cabin owned by the hotel’s current owner. We've also received generous donations from our neighbors, including tables, a clock, and chairs. The tables in the TV lounge were purchased second-hand. Several other pieces were simply painted or reupholstered to give them new life. The few items we did purchase new were chosen based on recycled content or sustainably sourced materials whenever possible.

Very little was thrown away. Much of the remaining interior was given a second life at Café Husfliden in Fagernes.