The Skarsnuten Apartments are a truly special place to stay. It really feels like you are in a luxury, secluded ski lodge - and that isn’t too far from the truth.Perched at the top of the ski area, the apartments enjoy incredible views of the ski area. In the evenings, watch the sun set over the mountains from the hotel restaurant with it's award winning chef serving traditional Norwegian cusine, and it's floor-to-ceiling windows - and enjoy some pretty superb food while you're there.Clip your skis on in the morning and you’re away, plus you can ski right back to the door. You can’t beat that for access and, thanks to night skiing which runs several times a week, you can stay on the slopes until 7:30pm.Getting to and from the village is easily accessible by a skibus. This bus does run a limited service in the morning and evenings, though you’ll be pushed to want to leave this little mountain oasis.

All apartments have a lounge with dining table, sofas and fireplace; underfloor heating; and a fully equipped kitchen with oven, hob, microwave, coffee maker, dishwasher, and fridge-freezer. Linen and towels are included, but beds are not made. Cleaning included. Cots are available for 175NOK (approx £17).Type D Apartment - sleeps 1-5: In ‘Skarsnuten A’ Master bedroom with twin beds or double bed, second bedroom with Norwegian bunk beds (single bed over a double bed), and bathroom with shower and WC. Type F1 Apartment - sleeps 1-7: In 'Skarsnuten C' building. Master bedroom with double bed, second bedroom with bunk beds, third bedroom with Norwegian bunk beds (single bed over a double bed), private sauna and bathroom with shower and WC.Type G Apartment - sleeps 1-8: In 'Panorama' building which is 4 minutes' walk from the hotel, close to the ski bus stop and slopes. Master bedroom with twin beds or double bed, second bedroom with bunk beds, third bedroom with Norwegian bunk beds (single bed over a double bed), living area with single sofa bed, private sauna, bathroom with shower and WC, additional WC, balcony and ski locker.Type G1 Apartment - sleeps 1-8: In 'Skarsnuten B' building. Master bedroom with double bed, second bedroom with two sets of bunk beds (sleeps 4), third bedroom with Norwegian bunk beds (a single bed over a double bed), private sauna and bathroom with two showers, sink and WC.

use of communal areas in the Skarsnuten Hotel, as well as restaurant and modern bar, both with great views of the slopes and live music some nights (no meals/drinks included in package price) WiFI in hotel

ski-in, ski-out location on the side of the slopes overlooking the valley 500m from the nearest lift 3km to ski school meeting point - first timers will need to get the bus 6km downhill to resort centre - free ski bus with a valid lift pass (this bus runs a limited service morning and evening - pass valid until 8-9pm most nights, small charge without a pass) night skiing until 7.30pm (some nights) taxis cost approx £25 to get between the hotel and Hemsedal town Please note: Due to the location of this hotel, we don’t recommend it for complete beginners. The ski school is at the base area which will mean using the shuttle bur or taxi (approx £25) to get to there. It’s an easy run down from the hotel for intermediates but not complete beginners.The free shuttle bus doesn't start until 18 Dec 2015.

optional upgrades for breakfast, lunch, dinner or half board at the Skarsnuten Hotel - hot and cold buffet breakfast, buffet lunch and 3-course evening mealsSupermarket costs* frozen pizza £3.50 / mincemeat £4.50 / bacon £3.90 / ham £2.30 / cheese £2.80 / milk 1L £1.50 / cereal £2.20 / jam £3.30 / juice £1.80 / bread £2.20 / pasta £1.90 / pasta sauce £1.10 / big bottle of coke or pop £2.30 / big bag of crisps £1.60 / 10 pack of branded beer £25 / bottle of spirits £15-£20 / bottle of wine £6** / 10 pack of imported premium beer £15 *costs are to give an idea of price and are based on the Post Office exchange rate - prices in resort may fluctuate slightly**wine is only available from liquor store