Children's Gausta
Adventures for the whole family
Experience a wide range of activities suitable for children of all ages.
Kids Mountain Club
Let the children experience the right and safe surroundings to get a taste of the wilderness life with our skilled activity leaders at Gausta! The children can indulge in outdoor activities such as hiking in hilly terrain and navigating to Flaks' secret cabin. This can be the beginning of a little wilderness hero in your child!
Children's biking adventure.
Let the children discover Gausta from the bicycle seat this summer! With our activity leader, they'll explore new and old trails in the area, getting better acquainted with Gausta. We have an exciting pump track, a bike trail with children's lanes, and balance bikes available for rent!
Our experienced activity leaders ensure that the children have fun in a safe and engaging environment.
Our mascots
Huski & Flaks
Meet Huski and Flaks in Lilleputt! Read more about the story behind Huski and Flaks here!
Our mascots
Huski & Flaks
Meet Huski and Flaks in Lilleputt! Read more about the story behind Huski and Flaks here!
Our mascots
Huski & Flaks
Meet Huski and Flaks in Lilleputt! Read more about the story behind Huski and Flaks here!
Let the kids explore Gausta
Summer activities for kids
Play miniature golf with the kids at Gausta! Test your skills on an exciting and fun course with obstacles.
Let the kids explore nature and learn about sea life as they paddle around in a safe and stable boat.
Let the kids challenge themselves by balancing, jumping, and attempting tricks while developing balance, strength, and coordination.
Let the kids explore a fun and safe playroom with a wide selection of toys. With our playroom, the whole family can enjoy a memorable and stress-free vacation together!
We will set up a new and exciting Jungle Swing that will delight the children and create wonderful summer memories
Two new exciting swings will be set up for the summer season. Bring your children and be among the first to try them out!
Let the children test one of our Bungy trampolines, an experience that will give them excitement and joy as they bounce high and feel weightless for a moment.
Open 13:30 - 17:00 on days the Activity Center is open.
HIKES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
Child-friendly mountain hike
Begin your Gaustatoppen adventure from the Stavsro parking lot and follow the popular route along the southern side.
Experience a fantastic summit hike from Svineroi to Gaustatoppen and be rewarded with a spectacular view from Norway's highest mountain.
Frequently asked questions
Here we have gathered a range of questions and answers that often arise for families with children visiting us.
If you have more questions related to your stay, you can send us an email: hello@gausta.com.
In the hotel restaurant Blikk Fjellbrasserie, you can order a separate children's menu or children's buffet (depending on the number of children staying at the hotel).
During high season, there are several meal options at Gausta with service at Stova, located across from the hotel. Here you can get pizza, hamburger, pasta, and salads.
Bakeriet på Gausta is a must-visit for all families visiting the area. Here you can enjoy fresh bread and pastries and take a break. The bakery has a wide selection of cakes and sweets, as well as delicious sandwiches and baguettes.
Up the stairs by the reception at the hotel, you'll find the library. A cozy room with a good atmosphere to play various board games or read a good book. There's also a TV in there.
In the mini shop in the lobby, you can buy travel-friendly games like dominoes, chess, backgammon, and a deck of cards.
You can borrow drawing materials from the reception.
There are no Playstation or other video games at the hotel.
Yes, if you have forgotten or need new children's clothing or equipment, you can visit Sport 1 Gaustablikk. The sports store is located right across the road from the hotel.
There is a small selection of candy available at the concierge desk (next to the reception).
Ice cream and other candy can be purchased at Pose & Sekk Dagligvare (grocery store), located just across the road from the hotel.
Yes, the hotel has both a playroom, as well as several other child-friendly activities.
Playroom: Adjacent to the hotel lobby, there is a cozy playroom for the youngest children with toys, teddy bears, and books.
There is no babysitting service at the hotel. If you want 2 hours of child-free time, you can book Kids Mountain Club (6-9 years) or Kids Cycling Adventure (8-12 years)(summer) with an activity leader at Gausta Activity Center. The price is NOK 150 per child.
There is a designated area of the pool in the wellness department with extra shallow water depth reserved for children. The wellness department is open to children until 5 pm under adult supervision (applies to children under 15 years). Swimming is at your own risk.
To access the wellness department, you need to book a time at the reception (1 hour) and receive your own key card. For longer stays in the wellness department, please inquire.
You will see the accommodation price for children when you make your booking online. This varies depending on the season.
You can add a baby cot and high chair, as an extra, when booking online for an additional charge. Children's duvet and pillow with bed linen are included.
Yes, there are several types of family rooms available for those traveling with children. Choose between family rooms (3 adults + 2 children), superior double rooms (2 adults + 1 child), suites (2 adults + 2 children), or junior suites (2 adults + 2 children). There are also connecting rooms (rooms with a door between them) in different double room categories. You can also choose to book some of our cabins or apartments.
Want two rooms next to each other? Please write this in the "other requests" comment field in the online booking. (Cannot be guaranteed, but we will do our best!)
