Opus XVI Bergen

As relatives of Edvard Grieg, our desire is to create a one of a kind experience – a classic, yet modern take on the hotel experience that offers our guests a taste of the composer’s remarkable life, his relationships and his unique life story.

Opus 16 offers you 65 unique and luxurious rooms located in the very heart of Bergen. Each room is individually designed with classic yet modern design and interiors. The unique architecture allows us to have an excellent variety of rooms and room layouts facing different streets and sights in Bergen.

Enjoy the view towards Mount Fløyen or stay in a room overlooking the quiet plaza of Vågsallmenningen. Our wish is to preserve cultivate the unique identity of the building and its history as well as to make your stay with us something to remember.

The historic building was originally designed and built for Bergen’s largest bank in 1876. The unique building, also known as “Banco Rotto”, is a famous landmark in Bergen with its distinctive brick facade and characteristic architectural style.

THE ARCHITECTURE
The main floor is an open grand room with heavy granite walls and ionic columns in polished marble. The building with its many decorative details was designed by architect Herman Schirmer and later extended twice.

Architect Schak Bull, who also drew Edvard Grieg’s residence “Troldhaugen”, was responsible for the last extension in 1918. Schak Bull was also Edvard Grieg’s cousin.

Our greatest wish is that you really feel that Opus XVI is something more than just another luxury hotel. We promise not only wonderful beds, a great location and warm and welcoming service, but also an atmosphere unlike any other, drawing on the rich heritage of the Grieg family and the historic backdrop that connects us to the traditions of Scottish hospitality.

Our goal is to preserve and enrich, but also to use this unique foundation to move forward and create a modern boutique experience that is both welcoming and luxurious.

EXPLORING BERGEN
From the main entrance you are at the steps of the historic Bryggen, the teeming Fish Market and the famous funicular that takes you right up to the top of mount Fløyen. All the must-sees in Bergen are just a couple of minutes walk from our hotel. Located in the very heart of Bergen, Opus XVI is perfect for travelers who wish to explore the culture and nature that the city offers.

CLASSIC ROOM
Our larger Classic rooms are located on the 2nd and 3rd floor, each with a tailored, elegant design expression thanks to the building’s unique architecture.

SUPERIOR ROOM
The Superior rooms are located on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th floors. The rooms are individually furnished and have dedicated sitting areas and work desks.

DELUXE ROOM
All Deluxe rooms are individually furnished with a dedicated sitting area, work desk and everything you could possibly need for an enjoyable stay. Our Deluxe rooms offer the same level of comfort and luxury as our Suites.

MINI SUITE
Room 406, Elisabeth, is a unique mini suite on the 4th floor with magnificient skylights facing Mount Fløyen and a window facing the atrium. The room is 37 sqm / 398 sqf and has both a sitting area as well as a sofabed in a small niche. The room offers the same level of comfort and luxury as the our suites.

SUITE
Our suites are each individually furnished in contemporary styles with classic elements to give you a truly one of a kind experience. While every one of our suites is a unique expression of our signature hotel experience, one thing they all share is a spacious atmosphere characterized by an overarching attention to luxury and comfort.

RESTAURANT & CAFE’
Edvard Grieg loved to explore and see the world and made many friends during his travels. In our restaurant & café you can enjoy a warm and welcoming atmosphere where every effort has been made to conserve and accentuate the building’s original architecture and style.

Furthermore you can see excerpts from Edvard Grieg’s exciting life and travels, and his friendships with notable luminaries such as famous playwright Henrik Ibsen, poet Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson, fellow composer Franz Liszt and others. The restaurant menu offers something for everyone and is based on delicious seafood and local produce.

THE AFTERNOON TEA
Afternoon tea was invented in Britain in the early 1840s. Well known for her hunger, the Duchess of Bedford introduced the mid-day snack to fill the gap between lunch and supper. Her ritual was to have a pot of tea, some bread and butter, and something sweet to finish off her meal.

The Duchess found the meal so pleasant, that she decided to invite guests over to join her, which is the story behind the well known social gathering we today call Afternoon Tea.

In modern times, Afternoon Tea has evolved into a proper social feast, with finger sandwiches, sweets and a pot of freshly brewed tea. If you are feeling fancy it might also be accompanied with something bubbly!

WEDDINGS
What better place to celebrate your wedding than between the majestic marble columns of our main hall? Make your special day something to truly remember – be sure to book in advance!

MEETINGS & EVENTS
Our ambition is to attract both locals and travelers, into a haven of music, entertainment and diverse cultural experiences – to showcase what Bergen truly has to offer in addition to our own special events.

Rooms: 65

Price: from 160 EUR per night

Source: www.opusxvi.no