Arctic Highway
Don't be deterred by the bland facade that somehow slipped past planning authorities. Fru Haugans (the original owner; see her stare from her portrait in…
Must-see hotels in Nordland
Svolvær
Across a bridge on the islet of Svinøya, site of Svolvær's first settlement, the 38 rorbuer (fisher's cabins) on offer here are some of the best in…
Vesterålen
This cosy, hugely welcoming guesthouse and cafe in itself justifies the detour to Nyksund. You can either cater for yourself or eat at its Holmvik Stua,…
Nordland
This isolated getaway at Vega's secluded northern limit is tranquillity itself (you won't find a radio or TV in any of its 21 impeccably turned-out rooms)…
Vesterålen
This excellent campground has an array of sites right near the beach, a handful of cute cabins and some apartments, all strung out along the coast with…
Svolvær
This striking wood-and-glass structure seems to hover above the harbour-front of Svolvær, so it's perhaps unsurprising that practically all its swanky…
Vesterålen
This is an exciting and particularly tasteful addition to Andenes' accommodation choices. Public areas feature nature photographs by local photographer…
Svolvær
This stylish, central hotel has a high-rise profile and sheets of mirror glass from the outside. The main selling point is the fabulous views – ask for a…
Nordland
You just don't expect to find a place like this out here. Contemporary (nay, ultra-modern) rooms, some in a sleek modern building, others in more…
Vesterålen
These five self-catering cabins, or traditional rorbuer, overlook the quiet harbour at Stø. Built over the years by Gunnar himself, these rorbuer have…
Arctic Highway
Handy for the train station, close to the water and really rather stylish as well, Fjordgaarden Mo has simple rooms and the newer ones have appealing…
Nordland
This large hotel close to the Hurtigruten ferry terminal offers all the comfort you'd expect from a member of the Scandic chain, with splashes of style in…
Arctic Highway
Fauske's only year-round upmarket choice has recently renovated rooms with splashes of colour and contemporary art. There's a good restaurant, occasional…
Narvik
It's a steep but worthwhile walk from the centre to this pleasant hillside guesthouse with rooms for all budgets and sweeping views over the town and…
Lofoten
Terrific collection of 26 rorbuer close to Reine, with refurbished interiors; some have great views. Take your time choosing the right one for you – the…
Bodø
Skagen occupies two buildings (one originally a butcher's, though you'd never guess it). Facing each other, they're connected by a passage that burrows…
Austvågøy
In a beautiful wood-clad building by the harbour, this seasonal, heritage hotel is hands down the best place to stay in Henningsvær. The rooms are styled…
Bodø
Arguably Bodø's most stylish hotel, with touches of subtle Scandinavian design throughout, it overlooks the marina and runs a reasonable restaurant. We…
Lofoten
Many of the rorbuer here are quite simple on the inside (most have photos on the website), but they're faithful representations of the traditional fishing…
Austvågøy
At Storvågan, this snazzy complex of seafront cottages is almost entirely modern, but its contemporary rorbuer are extremely attractive and fully equipped…
Lofoten
Sakrisøy Rorbuer is a relatively authentic complex of ochre-coloured cottages hovering above the water. They're postcard-perfect from the outside and the…
Clarion Collection Hotel Kysten
Nordland
This fabulous hotel overlooks the waterfront with stylish rooms with contemporary decor (think bold wallpaper, big mirrors and creative lighting). The…
Svolvær
A modern take on the rorbuer idea, these luxury, dazzlingly white wooden homes on one of Svolvær's peninsula's have three bedrooms and a whole lot of…
Narvik
Towering over the downtown area, this striking glass edifice houses Narvik's most stylish hotel. Rooms are slick and contemporary and those on the upper…
Nordland
Run by Sandnessjøen but a far more imaginative choice, especially for families or groups, are its Leinesodden Cabins, across the water and a 10-minute…
Vesterålen
Rooms in 'Veita', a restored 18th-century home, are attractively furnished in antique style, while apartments are spacious and well equipped at these…
Arctic Highway
By the same people who brought you Café Kulturverkstedet, these five guesthouses scattered along Sjøgata can be wonderfully atmospheric places to stay…
Arctic Highway
Up the hill, this pleasant 15-room guesthouse is welcoming and impeccably kept. A change in name and ownership (and some much-needed renovations) has done…
Arctic Highway
This railway-themed hotel – the corridor carpets simulate a railway track and each of its 30 rooms has the name of a station – commemorates the local…
Bodø
The Scandic chain's stylish pitch for Bodø's best designer hotel, this place has terrific views over the town and/or water (you can see the Lofoten…
Vesterålen
This small campground, 22km south of Andenes, is right beside the fjord. The tiny tent area has soft, springy grass. The main building, much modified, was…
Arctic Highway
Beside the E6 about 500m southeast of the town centre, this campground tends to be overcrowded with travellers doing the North Cape rush. There's a pool…
Vesterålen
Predominantly a restaurant and coffee bar, Expedisjonen has a handful of prim wooden rooms that suit Nyksund's eclectic style perfectly. It's an inviting…
Johs H Giæver Sjøhus og Rorbuer
Austvågøy
From mid-June to mid-August workers' accommodation in a modern sea house belonging to the local fish plant is hired out to visitors. Spruce rooms (some…
Nordland
Aside from the magnificent views of the Svartisen glacier across the fjord, this place has a five-star kids' playground (with trampoline and minicabins)…
Bodø
On a quiet residential street, this guesthouse has 18 comfortable rooms with decor ranging from flowery to the less florid, and a small bar for guests. It…
Lofoten
Værøy's smartest lodging and dining is on the island's north side. It's the large house with wood-lined rooms and a flagpole in the garden beside the…
Svolvær
The Rica here is built on a tiny island, above the water and supported by piles. Room 121 has a hole in the floor so guests can drop a fishing line…
Arctic Highway
This cosy little guesthouse has been run by the same family since its establishment in 1867. It makes an excellent base to launch yourself into one of…
Clarion Collection Hotel Arcticus
Vesterålen
This hotel shares a harmonious modern building with Harstad's cultural centre. A short, pleasant jetty walk from the centre, it has 75 particularly large…
