Borregaard Hovedgård – a majestic hotel with a royal history

Name: Borregaard Hovedgård
Address: Oscar Pedersens vei 45, Sarpsborg, 1721, NO
Telephone: +47 69 16 90 30

Borregaard Manor – where a thousand years of history meets modern facilities.

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About the Manor

Borregaard Manor opens its doors as a hotel, inviting guests to experience a historic treasure in the heart of Sarpsborg.

Here, where kings once gathered, you can now find peace and inspiration in elegant surroundings. Timeless details blend seamlessly with modern comfort, creating a truly unique atmosphere where history comes alive within the walls. Everyone now has the opportunity to experience the grandeur of the former royal estate—whether it’s to gather friends and family, host meetings, or simply find serenity in scenic surroundings.

A place where a thousand years of history can become part of your own story.

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Selected Amenities

45 hotel rooms and 14 guest rooms

Capacity for 10–150 guests

Dining hall

Banquet halls and lounges for events

Fitness room

Tennis court

Food and Drinks at Borregaard

At Borregaard Manor, meals are more than just food – they are an experience. In the grand dining hall in the Barn, accommodating up to 120 guests, dishes are served that beautifully blend tradition and modernity. For special occasions, the historic Main House provides an elegant setting, perfect for celebrations and weddings. Here, you can savor exquisite menus in surroundings that tell stories of the past.

Another highlight is the popular Afternoon Tea events—so sought after that they often have a waiting list. In the charming Servants’ House, you’ll find a modern kitchen with four stations, ideal for cooking competitions, courses, and culinary creativity.

At Borregaard, history and flavor come together to create an unforgettable experience.

Guest Rooms and Hotel Rooms

In the Main House at Borregaard Manor, you’ll find 13 elegant guest rooms and one suite, where history whispers through the walls and every detail is thoughtfully designed. The rooms are furnished with classic charm and modern comfort, ensuring a truly unique stay.

In the renovated Barn, 45 bright and modern hotel rooms await, offering tranquility and inspiration. Here, tradition and contemporary design blend seamlessly—whether you seek a space for reflection or a peaceful retreat between meetings.

Borregaard is a destination for both rest and lasting memories.

Artistic Treasures

Borregaard Manor is a historic landmark and an artistic treasure trove. The collection spans from Nikolai Astrup’s neo-romantic landscapes to Ludvig Eikaas’ modern masterpieces. Highlights include Peder Balke’s dramatic depiction of the Sarpsfossen waterfall and Edvard Munch’s House in Kragerø.

Anne Grimdalen’s majestic bear sculpture welcomes guests in the courtyard, while international works, such as Enrique Martínez Cunells’ Spanish coastal scenes, add a global dimension.

Visitors are invited to embark on a journey through eras where history and creativity intertwine seamlessly.

History

Borregaard Hovedgård is a place where history quite literally lives within the walls. Set high and secure above the river Glomma, people have lived, worked, and dreamed here for more than a thousand years. From the royal estate of Viking kings to a distinguished manor, through the rise of industry and into its present life as a hotel, Borregaard holds a story shaped by power, vision, art, and enduring continuity.

The Staff Residence

Up to 30 guests

Once the home of the estate’s staff, the Staff Residence has been carefully transformed into an atmospheric event house defined by discreet luxury and a strong sense of history. Here, intimate gatherings and professional groups find the calm and personal setting that only a manor environment can offer.

At its heart lies the event kitchen, equipped with four fully appointed kitchen stations—designed for courses, interactive culinary experiences, and creative cooking sessions for 16–20 participants. Around the long communal table, up to 25–30 guests gather for conversation, celebration, and shared moments.

Four flexible meeting rooms provide space for inspiring discussions and bespoke events, all set within surroundings where tradition and quality exist in quiet harmony.

The Barn – From Historic Byre to Living Conference Hotel

9 meeting rooms

Capacity: 2–120 guests

Once, the Barn at Borregaard echoed with the sounds of livestock and daily work at the heart of estate life. Today, its solid timber walls have been preserved as a living framework for meetings, conferences, and meaningful gatherings. Here, the gentle calm of history meets modern comfort, allowing past and present to enrich one another.

The Barn now houses guest rooms overlooking the courtyard and gardens, along with a restaurant, bar, and lounge defined by warmth and character. Dedicated areas for both fitness and games add space for balance and informal moments.

This is a place where conversations flow, pauses feel natural, and lasting memories are created—within surroundings that still carry the soul of the estate.