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Smarthotel Forus

3.0 star property

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26-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
26-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Single Room
Front of property
Staircase

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Luramyrveien 12, Forus, Sandnes, 4313
  • Place, Kvadrat Shopping Center
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, The North Sea Road
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Forusstraen
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Stavanger (SVG-Sola)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room

Superior Room

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(55 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(56 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Sandnes

You'll be connected to a shopping centre at Smarthotel Forus, and within a short 5-minute stroll of Kvadrat Tourist Information and Kvadrat Shopping Center. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 5:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Sandnes hotel include The North Sea Road and Actionball Event.

What's nearby

  • Kvadrat Shopping Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kvadrat Tourist Information - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The North Sea Road - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Actionball Event - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Forusstraen - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Gausel Station - 4 min drive
  • Stavanger (SVG-Sola) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sabi Sushi - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lura Turistheim - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Østrems Pils, Pus og Pannekaker - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Madame Aase - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Smarthotel Forus

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at Smarthotel Forus. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Sandnes hotel.

  • 154 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2003
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Smarthotel Forus offers 154 accommodations. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 26-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Sandnes hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; NOK 195 for adults and NOK 89 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2003
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NOK 300

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: NOK 300 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately NOK 195 for adults and from NOK 89 for children
  • Pet fee: NOK 300 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: NOK 300 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Smarthotel Forus
Smarthotel Forus Hotel
Smarthotel Forus Hotel Sandnes
Smarthotel Forus Sandnes
Smarthotel Forus Hotel
Smarthotel Forus Sandnes
Smarthotel Forus Hotel Sandnes

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Smarthotel Forus?

Smarthotel Forus offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Smarthotel Forus?

Yep, Smarthotel Forus has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Smarthotel Forus?

The closest beach to Smarthotel Forus is Vaulen Beach (5.4 km).

What makes Smarthotel Forus a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Smarthotel Forus.

Does Smarthotel Forus serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is offered weekdays from 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Smarthotel Forus?

No, Smarthotel Forus does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Smarthotel Forus?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Smarthotel Forus?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Smarthotel Forus Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 358 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 395 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 165 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1002 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very small which could be a challenge for larger individuals, but otherwise was fantastic!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Olivier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

LUIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great customer service
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mohammad

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely recommend this hotel. The room was the perfect size for one person and it was so clean in the hotel and there is always a worker there to help if you need anything.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Konrad

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ernest

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location was good for work and close to shops
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phetcharat, long beach

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A confiable stay. Staff was helpful. A good business hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ernest

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Close to work
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and a great breakfast experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at this hotel in the past, and overall, I found it to be a better experience than my previous visits.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Erlend

Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Artur

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfasts!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Aidan

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Carl, Eagle River

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fjords adventure

Good location, good breakfast for a reasonable price in Norway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Bjørn

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Torstein

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2024