Storfjord Hotel, Skodje.

Built from handcrafted logs on a wooded hillside, Storfjord Hotel trade’s the typical minimalist Scandi-slick for a more grounded, soulful luxury. The design leans into the atmosphere of a high-end private lodge, characterized by heavy timber walls, stone fireplaces, and wool textiles that feel appropriate for the Sunnmøre Alps backdrop. Rooms are designed to frame the fjord views rather than compete with them, often featuring private balconies and deep soaking tubs. While the setting is secluded, the service is surprisingly intimate, modeled after a private home rather than a commercial resort. The kitchen focuses on regional provenance, sourcing from local fjordside producers, while the spa and outdoor hot tubs offer a quiet vantage point over the water and surrounding birch forest.