The Hotel Industry in Orkland: Companies, Statistics, and Outlooks

The hotel industry in Orkland municipality represents an important part of the local economy, with 6 registered companies in 2025. The industry shows a mix of stability and variation in operating results, with a general trend of increasing sales over time. It is particularly noteworthy that Orkanger, the most active area, dominates with 4 companies and 65 employees. At the same time, some companies, such as Orkla Herd, show negative operating results, which may indicate challenges in specific market segments. SmartGrunder can help entrepreneurs find suitable locations in Orkland for hotel operations, with a focus on natural conditions and operational potential.

Over time, sales in the hotel industry in Orkland have shown a positive trend, increasing from NOK 28.1 million in 2016 to NOK 45.5 million in 2025. However, there have been variations, including a decline of 19.9% in 2020, followed by stabilization and recovery in 2022. Employees have been more variable, with a decrease from 75 in 2016 to 70 in 2025. This dynamic shows the industry's sensitivity to external factors, but also a degree of adaptability.

In Orkland, there are 6 registered companies in the hotel industry, distributed across different organizational forms. The main companies include:

• Bårdshaug Herregård As (Orkanger): 54 employees, NOK 36.7 million operating income
• Orkla Herd (Løkken Verk): 10 employees, NOK 3.5 million operating income
• Orkla Gjestegård As (Orkanger): 8 employees, NOK 4.6 million operating income
• Vertshuset Fannarheimr Ans (Fannrem): 4 employees, NOK 1,400 operating income
• Litjgården Drift As (Orkanger): 2 employees, NOK 1.5 million operating income
• Norpark As (Orkanger): 1 employee, NOK 1.2 million operating income

Most companies are organized as AS, with one ANS organization. There are no bankrupt companies in the industry, which shows a certain degree of stability.

Hotel activity in Orkland is most concentrated in Orkanger, which has 4 companies and 65 employees. Løkken Verk and Fannrem each have one company, but with significant differences in operating results:

• Orkanger: NOK 44.0 million operating income, 7% sales growth
• Løkken Verk: NOK 3.5 million operating income, -6% sales growth
• Fannrem: NOK 1,400 operating income, -99% sales growth

This distribution shows that Orkanger is the central area for hotel operations, with both a higher number of companies and better operating results.

The hotel industry in Orkland shows relative stability with no bankrupt companies. However, there are variations in operating results, with companies such as Orkla Herd and Litjgården Drift As reporting negative EBITDA. This may indicate challenges in specific market segments or dependence on specific factors such as seasonal variations or competitive pressure. At the same time, companies such as Orkla Gjestegård As show strong growth of 23% in sales, which shows potential in successful operations.

The hotel industry in Orkland shows positive development in sales, increasing from NOK 28.1 million in 2016 to NOK 45.5 million in 2025. This indicates a degree of adaptability and stabilization after crisis periods. For entrepreneurs, this can be a sign of potential opportunities, especially in Orkanger where there is a stronger foundation for business. However, attention should be paid to variations in operating results and competitive pressure from both local and broader accommodation companies.

When comparing the hotel industry with the broader accommodation context in Orkland, data shows that accommodation companies have a slightly higher number of companies (22) and somewhat higher sales (NOK 46.0 million in 2025). This comparison shows that the hotel industry is part of a larger sector that also includes camping and short-term cabins. Examples of companies in this broader category include Tenneltunet Drift As and Frilsjøen Camping, which show different operating results. This may indicate both competitive pressure and opportunities for diversifying offerings.

The hotel industry in Orkland shows both opportunities and challenges. With stable sales growth and relatively low bankruptcy risk, it can be an attractive sector for entrepreneurs. At the same time, it is important to be aware of variations in operating results and competitive pressure from both local and broader accommodation companies. Orkanger appears to be the most promising area, with a stronger foundation for business. SmartGrunder can help find suitable locations and assess operational potential in the municipality.