Located in the city centre, but within walking distance of the beach, the 3-star Comfort Hotel Union Brygge is a modern property featuring stylish guest rooms with flat-screen TVs and a cosy seating area. Elsewhere in the hotel, there’s a state-of-the-art exercise room and an on-site café, and complimentary organic breakfasts are served each morning. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. The vibrant Union Scene Cultural Centre is located directly next door and the terminal for the Oslo Airport Express Train is five minutes’ walk away.

Another city centre hotel that’s a short walk from the beach, this 3-star hotel is nestled on Gamle Kirkeplass Square. Guest rooms come with cable TV, a minibar, a work desk and a private bathroom, and some also offer scenic city views. Hotel amenities include two on-site restaurants and a separate bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. For culture vultures, Drammen Theatre is just moments away, as is the riverside promenade which is ideal for relaxing walks. Drammen’s bustling main square, Bragernes Torg, is a few minutes away on foot.

Gently nestled by the Drammen Fjord, this impressive 4-star hotel offers surprisingly affordable rates. Guest rooms have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and some also come with a comfy seating area. Elsewhere in the hotel, there’s a gymnasium and sauna, a library and a dining area serving breakfast buffets and light evening buffets. Free afternoon waffles, fruit and hot drinks are also on offer throughout the day. There’s also free WiFi in all areas of the hotel, including guest rooms. Drammen Museum is 900 yards away and the shops and bars that line Bragernes Square are around 10 minutes’ away on foot.