First Hotel Breiseth
Jernbanegaten 1-5
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20 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
20 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Very good breakfast”
“Good breakfast”
“Great art and atmosphere in the hotel and room”
“Comfortable room, bed was lovely”
“Great location near the station and centre of town”
“Super location”
“Friendly and helpful staff”
“Very good customer service”
“Clean”
“Characterful; friendly staff, excellent breakfast, rooms clean and comfortable”
“Upgraded our room, allowed us to stay at parking a few hours after checkout”
Overview
Situated in the heart of Lillehammer, First Hotel Breiseth offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and a collection of local early 20th century art. Lillehammer Station is 100 metres away. All guest rooms at Hotel Breiseth feature a cable TV and a private bathroom with shower. Some rooms have a seating area and tea and coffee facilities. Relaxation options include a sauna, backyard area and 2 Salons with a fireplace where free tea and coffee are available. A continental buffet breakfast is served every morning in the breakfast salon. Storgata pedestrian street is within 3 minutes’ walk from the hotel. The Maihaugen Open-air Museum is 1 km away.
Traveller reviews
Bram
couple
June 20, 2026
“Great atmosphere, great breakfast, nice art.”
Great art and atmosphere in the hotel and room. Friendly and helpful staff. Very good breakfast.
Di
solo_traveller
June 5, 2026
Great position. Good breakfast. Clean.
PHILIP
solo_traveller
May 22, 2026
“Excellent location and a charming hotel.”
Very good customer service. Reception staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Great location near the station and centre of town. A charming hotel decorated with interesting art with ‘history’.
Christine
solo_traveller
May 20, 2026
Everything was excellent.
serena
couple
May 1, 2026
“Perfect stop for the night. Great value for money.”
Super location . Comfortable room, bed was lovely. Nice lounge area for a drink downstairs . Great selection at breakfast.
Irene
couple
April 10, 2026
“Such a pleasant and comfy hotel that we will stay here next time we are in town.”
The breakfast was good. The ladies managing the place were super helpful and pleasant. The location was perfect and the room was very nice.
Magnus
couple
April 6, 2026
Upgraded our room, allowed us to stay at parking a few hours after checkout.
ALEXANDRA1993
extended_group
April 2, 2026
The room was spacious and you could make coffee/tea, the breakfast was decent. I would choose this hotel again for a short stay
Dagmar
solo_traveller
March 31, 2026
Characterful; friendly staff, excellent breakfast, rooms clean and comfortable
René
solo_traveller
March 21, 2026
In city centre, 3 minutes from railways station , but very quite locations, personal very very nice😊
Helen
couple
March 12, 2026
“Historic central hotel”
Close to station but not noisy. Caters well to guests eg coffee etc and pastries available all day. Interesting old hotel Excellent breakfast. Our room was very comfortable. This was our second stay and would stay again if in Lillehammer
Tom
solo_traveller
March 6, 2026
“Comfortable and convenient with a good breakfast”
Everything about the stay went well. I appreciated being able to use the luggage room after checkout before the train came. Great location close to station and main street. Enjoyed the cooked breakfast!
KIKI
solo_traveller
March 1, 2026
“If I ever need to stay there again, I will specifically request kindly to have the radiator fixed.”
Clean, great location for my needs, pretty coffee room, very kind staff. Available coffee all the time. Great view from the breakfast room. Very stylish hotel, indeed.
Marita
extended_group
February 25, 2026
Great location close to the train station and the main shopping street. Very comfy beds and good breakfast. Very nice staff at the reception, allowing us a late check-out and smilingly helping us change to a larger room when we arrived at a small cost.
kapitan007
solo_traveller
February 23, 2026
Close to bus and train station (2 min walk). Excellent breakfast. Quite room.
Zoe
family_with_children
February 12, 2026
“Great location”
Good breakfast. Good to have lounge with tea and cake in the afternoon. Comfortable bed. Very quiet with no noise from street.
Mark
solo_traveller
February 6, 2026
“Wonderful helpful staff, great location and breakfast. The quality of staff and welcome make this hotel what it is. Amaz”
The most helpful staff very nice welcome and lots of assistance with local information. They even provided an office suite so that I could do some important meetings in a profession setting. I enjoyed so much I extended by another week. Really excellent location very central. Great breakfast too. Thoroughly enjoyed the trip and the helpful staff.
Peter
solo_traveller
January 24, 2026
“Convenient and comfortable.”
One minute from the station, comfortable single room, good breakfast.
Bente Foss
couple
January 19, 2026
“Very much enjoyed it thank you”
Excellent breakfast , nice view out of the windo
Patricia
extended_group
January 15, 2026
The staff was very nice and gentle, the room was comfortable and the breakfast was good
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Sauna, Fitness centre, Skiing, Massage, Fitness/spa locker rooms, Temporary art galleries, Walking tours, Bike tours
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Bar, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Snack bar
General
Allergy-free room, Heating, WiFi available in all areas, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Lift, Family rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Indoor fireplace, Bicycle parking
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Garden, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Pet basket, Pet bowls, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Express check-in/check-out, Packed lunches, Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk
Ski
Ski storage
King Room
A generous 16 m² room with a luxurious king-size bed (180 cm) or two twins upon request. Most rooms offer walk-in showers; a few feature bathtubs. Some include a desk, others offer extra seating. Two rooms are wheelchair accessible with adapted bathrooms and a mini fridge. The King Room is ideal for longer stays or those traveling with a child needing an extra bed. Includes: Tea/coffee setup, fast Wi-Fi, TV, hairdryer.
Queen Room
A beautifully renovated 11 m² room ideal for solo guests wanting more space or couples on a short escape. Featuring a comfortable 140 cm bed, clean Scandinavian design, and views over the city, garden, or skyline. You’ll find a desk or chair, TV, and high-speed Wi-Fi, along with Høie bedding and modern bathroom amenities. Includes: Tea/coffee setup, fast Wi-Fi.
Loft Room
A charming single room tucked into the attic on the top floor, perfect for solo travellers who value character and calm. Recently renovated in 2025, this 7 m² room offers skyline views over Lillehammer and direct access to the rooftop terrace. Expect sloped ceilings, soft pillows from Høie, and thoughtful details like a desk, TV, hairdryer, and curated toiletries. Please note: the elevator goes to the fourth floor—stairs lead the rest of the way. Includes: Fast Wi-Fi, tea/coffee setup.
Twin Room
Our Twin Room offers the same comfort and size as the Queen but with two separate 90 cm beds—ideal for friends or colleagues traveling together. The 11 m² layout includes a chair, small desk, TV, and fresh bathroom with shower. Renovated in 2025 and designed for a relaxed stay, with soft Høie pillows and all essentials provided. Includes: Tea/coffee setup, fast Wi-Fi.
Suite
Step into one of our individually styled 20–25 m² suites, where the spirit of Fru Thora Breiseth lives on in a setting of refined charm and comfort. Located in the hotel’s original 1913 building, these rooms blend historical architecture with modern amenities. Enjoy a king-size bed, private seating area, bathrobe and slippers, coffee machine and fridge. Some suites feature balconies with panoramic views, others span two floors for a unique touch. Bathrooms come with a waterfall shower or bathtub. Includes: Tea/coffee setup, coffee machine, fast Wi-Fi.
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