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First Hotel Marin

4.0 of 5
Rosenkrantzgaten 8, Bergen 5003, Norway
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First Hotel Marin
Ranked #12 of 39 hotels in Bergen
3.5 of 5 stars 232 Reviews
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limerick
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

stayed here 3 nights 14th may - 17th May 2012. What a disappointment after Oslo. Hotel is shabby and very unwelcoming. reception staff not very friendly , on entering and leaving the hotel they did not avert their' eyes, never smiled and seemed to be totally disinterested in their clients. Left standing for a long while on checking out while... More

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Oslo, Norway
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

We booked this hotel despite some negative comments in the past, and were pleasantly surprised. The check-in was quick and friendly, and our room was clean and comfortable with a flat screen TV and a nice bathroom, although some towels were kind of worn. However, no luggage cart nor floor mat in the bathroom. Breakfast was very acceptable, but note... More

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ManagementFHMarin, General Manager at First Hotel Marin, responded to this review
May 21, 2012

Dear Kjellj, Thank you so much for the review. For your information, the breakfast hours will be extended during the summer period. Hope to see you again soon! More

London, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

A totally worn out, tired and crappy hotel. I suppose it maybe have been a five star location once (upon a time). It looks like absolutely nothing have been changed since opening day many, many yers ago. All wooden floors totally ruined, lack of furniture (it looks like there maybe have been furniture around once, but probably have been wasted... More

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ManagementFHMarin, General Manager at First Hotel Marin, responded to this review
May 21, 2012

Dear Johnsong408, Thank you for your review and for being so detailed. I have personally looked into all of the feedback to ensure immediate improvement. The hotel has undergone a soft renovation since the opening in 1998, however, some areas are still not complete and some have tremendous tornage and needs a second renovation. I am sorry the atmosphere of... More

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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012

Husband and I booked a superior view room thro Expedia. Upon check in, we were told hotel has overbooked and they will need to move us to another hotel for one night. I naturally refused and after much deliberations, a room was allocated to us. It was smelly and horrible with holes on the walls (as if someone has punched... More

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ManagementFHMarin, General Manager at First Hotel Marin, responded to this review
May 21, 2012

Dear Monkey168, I'm sorry you had to experience us on a day with an overbooking. Unfortunately this can happen sometimes, however, we always do our best to avoid relocating somebody. I would need to know which room you stayed in the second night to tell if this was a deluxe room, however, we do not lie to our guests. You... More

Monmouth, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012

We stayed here for four nights over Easter, the family room with two bedrooms was very spacious. Good location, staff were very helpful and breakfast was very good. More

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ManagementFHMarin, General Manager at First Hotel Marin, responded to this review
May 21, 2012

Dear Ceri J, Thank you and hope to see you again soon! More

Cape Town
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Ideally located for the major attractions. Close to many restaurants Staff friendly and helpful especially those at the reception Breakfast was very good Room was clean and comfortable Will stay there again when visiting Bergen More

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ManagementFHMarin, General Manager at First Hotel Marin, responded to this review
April 21, 2012

Dear LGBCapeTown, Thank you for giving us your feedback. Hope to see you soon again! Best regards Nan-Birthe Os General Manager First Hotel Marin More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2012

Thank you once again for our pleasant stay with this lovely, boutique hotel on the Bryggen in Bergen. The rooms are nicely decorated and appointed with several amenties. Breakfast is busy during an hour or two in the morning - bit very nice indeed with a nice selection of vegetables, fruits, severeral different hams and cheeses, eggs and bacon, bread... More

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ManagementFHMarin, General Manager at First Hotel Marin, responded to this review
April 21, 2012

Dear Ekjw, Thank you so much for the lovely review. A tip for yourself and future travelers: ask when the breakfast is not so busy and we can guide you through an calm morning. Welcome back! Best regards Nan-Birthe Os General Manager First Hotel Marin More

Lancaster, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Situation very handy for all attractions. We stopped two nights after a cruise and before catching the train to Oslo. 10 minutes walk from the station, close to the fish market and Bryggen. A largish chain hotel so less personal but comfortable rooms - large and clean. Very good buffet breakfast. Would stay there again. More

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ManagementFHMarin, General Manager at First Hotel Marin, responded to this review
April 21, 2012

Dear sallie080, Thank you for giving us your feedback. We are doing some soft renovation at the moment and decorations and other things to increase the atmosphere is also on the agenda. Next time I recommend you book a room on the 5th floor at the warf side of the building! Welcome back. Best regards Nan-Birthe Os General Manager First... More

Birmingham
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This was just a one night stop after a Hurtigruten cruise. The hotel is conveniently located and the rooms are nice and spacious. It's a bit tired though and could do with a good "brush up". The buffet breakfast was very good and should keep you going all day. In summary I wouldn't go out of my way to stay... More

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ManagementFHMarin, General Manager at First Hotel Marin, responded to this review
April 21, 2012

Dear Covenant, Thank you for giving us your feedback. We have in fact started a soft renovation, but will not finish until the winter so please come back then to check us out once again! Best regards Nan-Birthe Os General Manager First Hotel Marin More

Perth, Australia
Senior Contributor
26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 2, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Had one night here when coming off the Hurtigruten boat trip and going on the train to Oslo the next day. Nice and central and within walking distance of most attractions. Hotel a little bit tired but room nice and clean and lovely doonas on the bed. Breakfast is included and will keep you going most of the day. Would... More

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ManagementFHMarin, General Manager at First Hotel Marin, responded to this review
March 12, 2012

Dear Yunderup1, Thanks for the review. Hope to see you again soon. Best regards Nan-Birthe Os General Manager First Hotel Marin More

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Address: Rosenkrantzgaten 8, Bergen 5003, Norway
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