Hit the slopes at Raulandsakademiet og Vandrerhjem, a family-friendly hotel near Telemarkstunet with ski-in/ski-out access. Enjoy free breakfast buffet, explore the garden and play area with a playground and arcade/game room. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests.
Hardangervidda National Park Centre - 34 min drive - 35.1 km
Restaurants
Vierli Turistsenter - 12 min drive
Toppenhaug Ski & GT Lodge - 9 min drive
Rauland Fjellkafe - 18 min walk
Tiur-stoga - 8 min drive
Fjøllhalli - 8 min drive
About this property
Raulandsakademiet og Vandrerhjem
Placing you just steps from Telemarkstunet, Raulandsakademiet og Vandrerhjem has ski-in/ski-out access, allowing you more time for cross-country skiing. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is a nice spot to enjoy après-ski drinks. A snack bar/deli and a garden are other highlights.
At a glance
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Hotel size
48 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (4 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 8 AM–9 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Playground
What to do
Hiking/biking trails
Beach nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Sledding nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Library
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Accessible bathtub
Ski
Ski-in/ski-out access
Cross-country skiing
Ski lifts nearby
Ski runs nearby
Ski lessons nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Ski rental shops
Snowmobiling nearby
Snowshoeing nearby
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Washer and dryer
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in Scandinavian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for NOK 350.0 per day
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NOK 500 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Raulandsakademiet og Vandrerhjem Hotel Vinje
Raulandsakademiet og Vandrerhjem Hotel
Raulandsakademiet og Vandrerhjem Vinje
Raulandsakamiet og Vandrerhje
Raulandsakademiet og Vandrerhjem Hotel
Raulandsakademiet og Vandrerhjem Vinje
Raulandsakademiet og Vandrerhjem Hotel Vinje
Frequently asked questions
Does Raulandsakademiet og Vandrerhjem offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Raulandsakademiet og Vandrerhjem does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Raulandsakademiet og Vandrerhjem?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of NOK 500 per accommodation, per stay. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Raulandsakademiet og Vandrerhjem?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Raulandsakademiet og Vandrerhjem?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Raulandsakademiet og Vandrerhjem and nearby?
Have fun with onsite winter activities like cross-country skiing. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Raulandsakademiet og Vandrerhjem?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers Scandinavian cuisine.
What's the area around Raulandsakademiet og Vandrerhjem like?
Raulandsakademiet og Vandrerhjem is located a short 1-minute walk from Telemarkstunet.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was simple yet decent and had everything needed to get full. (9 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
This beautiful facility out in nature has walkable trails through nature to the lake. Breakfast with many choices. Basic lodging but what a gem.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2025
Very nice staff. Basic room private bathroom. There is a shared kitchen available. Good breakfast.
Steffan
Steffan, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2026
Bra
Ole Kristian
Ole Kristian, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
Super
Stephane
Stephane, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 10, 2024
Very spacious apartment rooms. Likely dated interiors. Bathtub and jacuzzi werennotnusable because the tun drain was not holding water. Very limited frotn desk hours, 9am-9pm only.
Robb
Robb, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
May 22, 2026
Rent, hyggelig personale, fin frokost. Parkering ok.
geir høien
geir høien, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 28, 2025
Rent, god seng, rolig og fin frokost.
geir høien
geir høien, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 2, 2025
Everything was fine
Vilma
Vilma, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 31, 2025
Fin miljö
Intressant och fräscht boende i speciell miljö på en folkhögskola. God frukost. Klen köksutrustning om du vill laga egen mat.
Måns
Måns, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
Étape de qualité .
Accueil très pro, une personne dévouée à nous installer et répondre à nos questions. Accès possible à une laverie , petite cuisine . Coin café /thé accessible librement. La situation de l hôtel est idéal pour les amoureux de la nature ( rando ou ski). Parking sans problème et gratuit.
Je reviendrai avec grand plaisir .
Sofie
Sofie, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2025
Sehr ruhige Umgebung, schönes Badezimmer, wir haben gut geschlafen, gutes Frühstück, viele kostenlose Parkplätze, nette Umgebung, sehr bemühtes Personal. Wir würden uns sofort wieder für diese Unterkunft entscheiden.
Hendrik
Hendrik, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 7, 2025
Het bankbed was erg hard en sliep niet prettig, erder voldeed en aan de verwachtingen en was het personeel heel vriendelijk
Frans
Frans, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 28, 2025
Ruhige Lage etwas abseits vom Ort.
Karsten
Karsten, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 22, 2025
Vi hadde tomannsrom med frokost. Egen dusj. Bra renhold og senger. Rimelige priser. 👍
Gaute
Gaute, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
Super Hostel
Super freundlich und zuvorkommend.
Ich wurde sogar zweimal zurückgerufen.
Ansonsten eher Jugendherbergscharakter.
Aber das war mir durchaus bewusst.
Und eine wundervolle Lage!
Jan-Marten
Jan-Marten, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
Varmt rekommenderas!
Ett fantastiskt and mycket intressant ställe! Vackra och stillsamma omgivningar. Väldigt fina och bekväma rum med eget badrum, utmärkt frukost, bekväma gemensamma utrymmen. Hjälpsamma personal i receptionen, även med sen ankomst, och trevliga personal i köket. Laddare till elbil en annan plus. Kul att se elevernas artistiska föremål överallt. Vill gärna övernatta här igen. Varmt rekommenderas!
Leslie
Leslie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2024
Supert overnattingsalternativ
Alle nødvendige fasiliteter på plass, og super service. Helt på høyde med et godt hotell.
Lars
Lars, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 25, 2024
L'hôtel était désert et il n'y avait aucun service à notre disposition: pas de personnel à la réception, restaurant fermé, aucune nourriture disponible...
Pourquoi proposer des chambres, si l'hôtel n'est pas fonctionnel ?
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 19, 2024
Greit
Savnet betjening i resepsjonen. F.eks fra kl 15-18
Rommet var kaldt. Panelovnen virket ikke.
Fikk varme på badet, og en varm dusj.
Stille og rolig sted. Enkelt og pent.
Vært der flere ganger.
Grethe
Grethe, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 5, 2024
Mye for pengene.
Flott opphold til halv pris av vanlig hotell. Rent og fint. Bra bad. Ikke TV. Utmerket frokost.
Gaute
Gaute, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Aug 5, 2024
Rent rom og bad. Enkel og grei frokost. Kom på ettermiddag. Var ikke mulighet for å få kjøpt mat på stedet.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 3, 2024
Basic rom med gode senger. Tilgang til vannkoker og kjøkken i fellesareal.
Benedikte
Benedikte, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jul 25, 2024
Helt greit opphold på alle måter
Gullende rent
Utenom allfarvei
Ole
Ole, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2024
Enkelt men ok.
En skola som är hotell när det finns lediga rum. Rymligt men enkelt ingen lyx. Saknade toa pappers hållare. Frukosten lika enkel den men allt som behövs för att bli mätt. Incheckningen skulle vara före 17:00 enligt mailet.
Det stämde inte för oss iallafall den var öppen till 22:00 och efter det öppnar natt vakten som i vårt fall blev 23:45. Mycket trevlig och tjänstvillig personal.