Storfjord Retreat
Sunnmøre Alps, Norway | May 2025
A spa & yoga escape in the Sunnmøre Alps
Imagine a hotel made of the forests of Norway, perched atop a mountain overlooking the Storfjord (meaning, ‘great fjord’), with views of the breathtaking Sunnmøre Alps in the distance. You’re invited to the slow-life hideaway - a luxury boutique hotel with an unpretentious and cozy atmosphere perfect for a spring reset. Escape to the timeless, healing energy of high mountains and deep fjords for a wellness weekend of yoga, relaxation, delicious regional cuisine, connection and Nordic spa time.
Anticipate a journey with…
A fjord deep dive
Storfjord is known as a ‘slow-life hideaway’, a luxury boutique hotel situated in the heart of the Sunnmøre Alps with the most iconic fjord views. The hotel is surrounded by Norwegian forest, lakes, mountain walking paths and abundant nature and is crafted in the style of a traditional Norwegian hytte (‘cabin’), with cozy, timeless touches.
A Nordic spa
Spring is the perfect time for an indulgent spa getaway and Storfjord has a fantastic menu of spa treatments on offer. You are welcome to use their Nordic sauna and outdoor jacuzzis whenever you like. Imagine detoxing, relaxing and reviving the senses with views of the woodlands and distant mountains in crisp, pristine spring air.
Regional, fresh produce
The kitchen at Storfjord is renowned for its passion for local food. Expect unpretentious gourmet fine dining in a cozy log cabin atmosphere. The menu designed by Head Chef Nils Flatmark is fresh, seasonal and regional, with an emphasis on Norwegian reimagined classics. Be sure to savour Storfjord’s excellent organic honey and beer!
A certified green hotel
Storfjord Hotel is a certified green hotel and proud member of the Norwegian Organisation ‘Eco-Lighthouse’. Sustainability is at the core of Storfjord values and operational practices; they are a plastic free hotel and have commendable waste management. They are also engaged in various community projects and regular patrons of small businesses in the Sunnmøre Alps.
Inspired yoga & meditation
Thrive on daily yoga and meditation with acclaimed international yoga instructor, Nina. Each morning we’ll enjoy a transformative and inspiring Vinyasa session, and the evenings offer a relaxing yin and meditation session to help you wind down and sleep soundly. Nina’s teaching style is accessible and adaptable to the needs of our retreat group.
A springtime reset
Spring is a transitional season, inviting us to shake off the cobwebs of winter, dust off the inertia that fills our bones in the dark and cold, and embrace fresh air, colour and movement. Spring is an awakening within us, and without. This retreat is a spring-time reset; an opportunity for you to escape the everyday, relax, treat yourself, and revitalize your body, mind and spirit in scenic natural surroundings.
Location
Sunnmøre Alps, Norway
The Sunnmøre Alps are a mountain range in the Sunnmøre region of central western Norway. They are renowned for their jagged, dramatic beauty as they have peaks reaching 1,700 meters (5,600 ft) soaring up out of the fjord. This is an adventure-lovers paradise with summit-to-sea skiing in the winter, and hiking, biking and kayaking in the summer. The mountains are located an hour's drive from the picturesque art-nouveau town of Ålesund, which is known historically as a fishing center, and is well as a well-connected international airport. May is spring, so expect long daylight hours, blossoms and melting snow. Expect average temperatures: maximum 11℃/ 52℉ - minimum 6℃/ 43℉.
Accomodation
Storfjord Hotel
Storfjord Hotel is a meeting of Norwegian traditions and modern design. All the suites are comfortable and spacious, with modern amenities, deliciously plush, large beds, and unique vintage furniture pieces. There are charming libraries with crackling fires and fascinating book collections, a stately dining area, inviting nooks and corners from which to soak up the views, and a wellness center with treatment rooms, a sauna and outdoor jacuzzis. Storfjord is surrounded by forests with walking paths in all directions, and is blissfully quiet and secluded. Sustainability is at the core of their ethos and operations, and Storfjord is proud to be a certified green hotel.
This retreat is for you if you:
Love being in expansive, protected nature
Enjoy and are interested in yoga and meditation
Delight in unpretentious luxury
Are craving relaxation and revitalisation this spring
Thrive on friendly social engagements, and alone time
Want to soak up the beauty of the Norwegian fjords
What you can expect:
A slow-living hideaway situated amidst mountains and sea
2 x daily yoga and meditation with Nina
A luxury boutique hotel with cozy, homely touches
A wellness weekend of relaxation, yoga and spa time
A group of like-minded humans to connect with, and alone time
Expansive views over the Sunnmøre Alps and the Storfjord
Your InRetreat guide
Nina integrates poetry, personal transformation and unique insights to her practice, enriching body movement with meaning. Her classes are playful, flowing and accessible to all levels, offering an inclusive space where everyone can discover their own personal edge and cultivate presence in a grounding and nourishing atmosphere.
InRetreat in Review
All the retreat details
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3 nights 5-star accommodation
Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
Yoga and meditation 2x daily with Nina
Cacao ceremony in Storfjord’s teepee
Discount voucher for spa treatments
Unlimited use of sauna and jacuzzis
Van transfer to/from Ålesund airport
Gift bag
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Flights to/from Ålesund
Visas
Alcoholic and other additional beverages
Spa treatments
Gratuities
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Arrival 3 May 2024
Check in is from 16:00 on 3 May 2024.
We will be organising a private van transfer from Ålesund Vigra Airport to Storfjord at 16:30 on 3 May. This van will pick up those arriving on the recommended flight from Oslo - DY410 Norwegian Airlines arrival 16:10 - or anyone else who has arrived earlier.
We meet for a welcome dinner at 19:00.
Departure 6 May 2024
We say farewell to new and old friends after yoga and breakfast on 6 May.
We have organised a private van transfer to Ålesund airport, departing Storfjord at 12:00. There is a 14:00 recommended flight departing Ålesund for Oslo (SK1321 SAS)
If you have onward travel you are welcome to arrange your private departure anytime over the day.
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All inclusive rates per person:
Double occupancy p/p 18599 NOK
30% Deposit 5580 NOK
Single occupancy p/p 22199 NOK
30% Deposit 6660 NOK
TERMS
The deposit is non-refundable and required to secure your spot
The balance payment is due by 3 April 2024
If there is an unforeseen circumstance that causes us to postpone the retreat, all payments will be paid forward to new dates, or refunded in a voucher.
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