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Skien, Norway
Apr 3 — Apr 42
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What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Skien?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Skien is August ($67). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Skien is September ($192).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Skien?

The cheapest day to stay in Skien is Saturday ($110). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $215.

Cheapest hotels in Skien, Norway

Discover affordable stays in Skien that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Skien can be found for as low as $81 per night. There is currently one property in Skien that can be booked for this price. Dag Bondeheim is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Skien. Price data was last updated on March 27, 2025
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7 Prinsessegata, Skien, Telemark, Norway
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$81
Avg. per night
Langbryggen 7, Skien, Telemark, Norway
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$133
Avg. per night
Moflatveien 59, Skien, Telemark, Norway
1.7 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$137
Avg. per night
Kongensgatan 6, Skien, Telemark, Norway
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$139
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Skien

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About Skien

Founded on the site of a monastery in the 12th century, Skien is one of the oldest towns in Norway. It lies at one end of the heritage-listed Telemark Canal, with the twin spires of the Neo-Gothic Skien Church dominating its skyline. It has a rich lumber and mining history and is the birthplace of the renowned Norwegian playwright, Henrik Ibsen.

Things to do in Skien

Board the MS Henrik Ibsen or MS Victoria to cruise the Telemark Canal, which is the only canal system in Norway that’s connected to the sea. Admire the old lock-keepers’ cottages, sawmills and warehouses as you negotiate its 18 locks, which lift vessels 72 metres above sea level to the picturesque lake of Flåvatn.

In Skien’s hilltop Brekkeparken stands the Telemark Museum, which exhibits 14 farmhouse cottages from across the region. See the historic residence of Niels Aall, who played an important role in drafting Norway’s 1814 constitution, then soak up the views across Skien and the Telemark Canal from Brekkeparken Cafe. The park is renowned for its colourful flower beds, which ignite with tulips in mid-May.

A short drive north of Skien will take you to the Henrik Ibsen Museum where the playwright lived between the ages of 7 and 15. As you explore the beautifully preserved farmhouse, learn how his childhood and education influenced his writing, then see the orchard bowling alley where his parents entertained guests two centuries ago.

Getting around Skien

Skien is around two hours’ drive from the centre of Oslo and 2.5 hours from Oslo Airport, with regular trains connecting from the Norwegian capital to the Skien railway station. Buses travel throughout Skien and to surrounding towns and villages. The centre of Skien is compact enough to explore on foot.

Facts about staying in Skien

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  • What are the best hotels in Skien?

    48 reviews rated SylviaBo i Skien sentrum with an average score of 9.3/10. It may also be worth looking into the Thon Hotel Hoyers, which received a rating of 8.3/10 from 879 reviews. Home Hotel Bryggeparken could also be a good option, with a score of 8.0/10 from 793 reviews.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Skien?

    Over the last 3 days, Skien hotels have been found for as cheap as $65/night in searches by HotelsCombined users.

  • What are some other cities to stay in when visiting Telemark?

    In addition to Skien, travelers opt to visit Porsgrunn when visiting Telemark. Kragerø is also a popular choice to visit.

  • How many hotels are there in Skien?

    In total, there are 32 hotels to choose from in Skien, compared to 736 properties in Telemark.

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