Where to Find a Laundromat in Bergen

Even in one of Norway’s most beautiful cities, travel isn’t all fjords and funiculars. Bergen’s famous rain has a way of turning hiking gear, jumpers and socks into a soggy mess, and sooner or later most visitors find themselves asking the same question: where can I do my washing?

The good news is that laundry in Bergen has become much easier in recent years. While the city once lagged behind other European destinations for self-service options, there is now a reliable, modern laundromat right in the city centre, along with a handful of alternatives depending on how much time (and effort) you want to invest.

Below is a clear, Bergen-only guide to doing laundry in the city — ideal for visitors, digital nomads, and anyone staying longer than a quick overnight stop.

Clean Kokos Bergen

Address: Domkirkegaten 3, Bergen
Hours: Daily, 06:00–22:00

Clean Cocos is currently the most convenient self-service laundromat in Bergen, especially for visitors staying near the city centre. It’s modern, clean and refreshingly simple to use.

Inside, you’ll find:

9 washing machines
9 dryers
Clear instructions available in multiple languages
Seating and free Wi-Fi for waiting customers

Everything is fully self-service and unattended, but the process is very intuitive. Payment is completely cash-free — you simply tap your card or phone at the machine.

Pricing

Wash: 79 NOK
Dry: 79 NOK

One of the biggest bonuses is that detergent is included. The machines automatically dose a fragrance-free, hypoallergenic detergent, so there’s no need to buy or carry washing powder while travelling.

For travellers, this setup is ideal: walk in with dirty clothes, walk out a couple of hours later with everything clean and dry. On a rainy Bergen afternoon, it’s also a surprisingly pleasant way to take a break indoors.

Dry Cleaner

If you’d rather not DIY at all, there are also drop-off services: Absolut Rens & Vask (a dry cleaner in the heart of Bergen), which washes, dries, and folds your clothes for about 95 NOK per kilo. The catch is that it has a 24-48 turnaround and isn’t self-service – fine if you’re in town for a few days, but not ideal for a quick stopover.

Guest Laundry at Hotels

Norwegian hotels usually don’t have self-service laundry rooms. Some have in-room bags where you can put your laundry and get it back in 24-48 hours, but the prices are not cheap. If you’re desperate, you can ask the hotel if they have a self-service laundry, but they’ll more likely send your laundry out for a fee. Some places in Bergen do have guest laundry – for example, HI Bergen Montana Hostel has coin-operated washers/dryers for guests.

Practical Tips for Doing Laundry in Bergen

Bring a card, not cash: Most laundromats in Bergen are cashless. Contactless payment is the norm.
Don’t pack detergent: At Clean Cocos, detergent is included, saving both space and hassle.
Plan around weather: Laundry is a great rainy-day activity — and in Bergen, those happen often.
Allow drying time: Outdoor air-drying is rarely practical due to rain and humidity, so dryers are worth the extra cost.
Check opening hours: While Clean Cocos is open daily, older or smaller facilities elsewhere may have limited hours.

Summary: Is Doing Laundry in Bergen Easy

Yes — much easier than it used to be. While Bergen still doesn’t have laundromats on every corner, the arrival of a modern, central self-service option has made life far simpler for visitors. Whether you choose to do it yourself, use a wash-and-fold service, or stay somewhere with guest facilities, clean clothes are very achievable in the Rainy City.

For travellers exploring Bergen for more than a couple of days, knowing your laundry options can help you pack lighter, make travel easier, and make rainy afternoons far more productive.