The best hotels Nord-Norge

F2 offers different types of accommodation, from rooms to apartments, only in the centre of Harstad. Of course the decoration is not very original, but the rooms are fully equipped, and the comfort is there for a very good price! You also have access to a common room with TV on the first floor. No receptionist, you will do a very simple self-check in before you can settle in. Close to all shops and activities, F2 is a good compromise between comfort and low prices.

Like most Lapland towns, Alta is surrounded by beautiful nature. Its location makes it an almost obligatory stopover, so it's ideal to stay as close to nature and the river as possible. Just outside the town in the direction of Kautokeino, this campsite rents small chalets and double, triple and quadruple rooms, basic but functional! Reception open 24 hours a day in the small grocery store which also sells fishing permits for the secondary rivers of the Alta. A nice stopover in perspective.

Since 1992, a small tourist office operates in this hostel of 55 rooms spread in several houses. The main building, with peat roof, is decorated with a Twin Peaks style shooter of Hitchcock's "Psychosis". By entering the restaurant, we're staring at the nose with an impressive number of stuffed animals, including a lynx, an elk to the mighty horns, an Arctic hare, a snow partridge and a wolverine— a great predator. In the living room in the large fireplace, two wooden poles are carved with the sami characters, in the way of a totem. On the side of the terrace, there is a breathtaking view of the fjord at the bottom of the mountain.

By continuing on the E 6, the views are superb on the fjord and the Lyngen Alps to the snow-capped peaks. The Narrows valley of Signaldal with lush vegetation is dominated by the characteristic summits of the Otertind.

Just a few meters from the port, these recently renovated apartments have all the comforts. The establishment also offers a restaurant. A vast wooden terrace, a part sheltered from rain and wind, just a few dishes on the menu, including a seafood platter, or a delicious fish soup whose recipe the owner jealously guards. The place is as restful as it is enchanting. Here, more than at the North Cape (full of tourists), one has the feeling of being at the end of the world. The ideal place to set off on an adventure and escape the daily grind!

Here's a pretty cheap option. The rooms are rather rudimentary, but they offer a good level of comfort and are very well located, on the port, facing the crystal clear sea and the surrounding islands. You will also have the option to book a rorbu, a traditional fisherman's hut. The place is idyllic, less crowded than the North Cape and favourable to relaxation and rejuvenation. The company organizes many guided tours to discover the birds of the surrounding area by boat, a must if you are thinking of staying in Gjesvaer!

One of the few buildings not to have been destroyed during the war, the Grand Royal Hotel is located halfway between the railway station and the central square. In the heart of the city, a strategic position. Imposing 6-storey building, 107 rooms are available, sober and modern decor. The hotel is comfortable and complies with the chain's standards. On the ground floor, its restaurant, the Royal Blue, offers international cuisine in a chic and cosy atmosphere.

This cozy little inn is a family-run wooden house overlooking the town. Completely renovated, its modern Scandinavian decor creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The rooms are beautiful and, above all, very comfortable, with private toilets and bathrooms. From the terrace, there's a lovely view of the fjord opposite and the snow-capped mountains, ideal for breakfast or a mid-day break. A great option in Narvik.

A small hotel located in the city centre on a street parallel to the main Storgata street. Bright, modern rooms with shower, toilet and flat screen TV, including breakfast. Comfortable and fairly firm mattresses. Competitive prices in summer especially July and August, less in June, think to look on their internet page. Breakfast includes lots of fruit, good yoghurt and fresh juice. Check-in 3pm, check-out 12am, but you can ask them to keep your stuff the day you leave. Free internet.

Probably the cheapest way to sleep. A set of small complexes of cabins and fishermen's huts scattered around the island's villages. The cabins are available from May to September, but it is also possible to rent them in winter, ideal to admire the northern lights if the weather is good (ask before by sending them an email). Discounts if you stay a few days: 10% + 5 days, 15% + 10 days and 20% for a stay longer than 15 days. Sheets and towels are also available for hire.

A solid, cold-weather hotel with classic rooms. Both owners are international sportsmen and women (Mr. wrestling, Mrs. cross-country skiing). It also serves as a sports hall (with free entry to the sauna and instruments for guests), an auditorium, a bar and a meeting place for the local community. The ideal place to get to know the local population and get a better idea of life in these remote regions, not to mention the proximity to nature, always!

Just a few kilometers from Karasjok, located between Alta and Karasjok, 70 km between the two towns, this 54-single-room complex is lost between hiking trails and stretches of water. At the crossroads of two rivers, the setting is idyllic and tranquil! Lovers of nature and unspoiled spaces will be delighted in any season! The wooden chalets are rustic but renovated and functional, ideal for a stay in the green according to the local way of life!

After Alta, Kirkenes is the^2nd city in Norway to propose a hotel in ice. It is difficult to make more disorienting! A hotel not quite like the others since it is entirely made of ice and snow! Those who don't want to sleep there can always visit the place, which is quite magical since the interior is decorated with impressive sculptures. The hotel is a real work of art. The hotel also offers dog sledding excursions, to make your trip to the Great North an unforgettable adventure.

Located on the port, the cabins offer a view on the sea. They are fully equipped with a small kitchen, private bathroom with hot water, TV, Internet connection, parking. Small terrace with barbecue available. The price also includes the rental of a small boat. But excursions at sea are also proposed. There are some nice walks nearby and if you are lucky you might see some beautiful birds without having to go on an organised walk! Bed linen and towels provided.

Close to the centre, in a large white wooden house with refined charm, 28 double rooms (equipped with bathroom and toilets) are offered. A breakfast brunch at the lounges on the ground floor. Warm welcome.

Conveniently located on Tromsø harbour, opposite the Arctic Cathedral, the Scandic Hotel welcomes you in a spacious lobby with a modern and baroque design. Breakfast is served here, looking out over the harbour through the large bay windows. The rooms are pleasant, decorated in Scandinavian style and at nightfall, the city lights offer a nice show. Most of them have a breathtaking view of the hills, the port and its ships. The Roast bar and restaurant is the ideal place to relax on the sofas with a glass of wine after a long day.

The hotel overlooks the Isfjord, completely renovated in 2013. In the winter, you can reach from Longyearbyen on snowmobiles (about 60 kms), while the summer can be reached by boat. The 43 rooms are comfortable, all equipped with private bathroom and flat screen TV and sofa. The restaurant serves good Russian specialties; What to do before you go exploring the iced lands! On site, the staff is very friendly and is available to provide you with the best information about the activities of the region.

The Fjordgården Mo enjoys a privileged location right next to the Ranfjorden fjord, offering magnificent panoramic views of the surrounding area. The hotel offers a range of room categories, from standard rooms with a modern ambience to more spacious suites. Guests can also enjoy a restaurant serving tasty local Norwegian cuisine. The hotel is conveniently located close to Mo i Rana town center, providing easy access to local attractions, shops and restaurants.

The Tinos Hotel and Restaurant is located near the center of Namsos. If the view is not there, the quality of the service, the spacious rooms and the excellent restaurant will largely compensate for this inconvenience. One will appreciate the quietness of the rooms, and those with balcony. Guests will be welcomed by a diligent and smiling staff that has made the good reputation of the hotel. The restaurant offers a refined menu with fresh and local products. For motorcyclists, it is possible to ask to park the motorcycles in a garage.

A rather basic youth hostel, where the facilities are new but lack warmth. Admittedly, the lounge is more like a conference room than a cosy nest. In the end, the reasonable prices and free kitchen are the two positive points of this establishment, along with its central location. Check-in by envelope possible for late arrivals. Accessible to people with reduced mobility.

5 km from the city, a unique experience: sleeping in a lighthouse at the end of the world! Midnight sun, endless waves, or northern lights depending on the season in a preserved environment and rooms maintained identically to the 1950s. Traditional design combined with the comfort of a unique accommodation. Arctic baths and meditations with Esther Utsi, a Saami, who practices the Healing technique, everything is there for the Great North experience! An extraordinary experience close to the elements for a guaranteed disconnection!

For a dream vacation, we recommend enjoying the hospitality of one of the country's most famous Norwegians. The owner, Åse, starred in the Scandinavian hit documentary film Cool and Crazy. The house is the epitome of Scandinavian comfort. Restaurant open mid-June to mid-August, 11am to 8pm, rest of the year by reservation. A magnificent B&B with a dazzling view, decorated in harmony with the surroundings, with clean shapes and pure lines. Comfortable, cosy, very pleasant.

A good hotel, directly overlooking the fjord and the harbor! Great view on the impressive cliffs surrounding the city. In the café-restaurant, a warm, colorful atmosphere, and the welcome that goes with it! The hotel, in the rooms as in the common parts, is decorated with taste and one feels almost at home. In winter, it is difficult to tear yourself away from the armchairs installed near the fireplace. Part of the establishment is a youth hostel, with rooms at half price. A recommended address for short and long stays!

Hotel Vardø offers a fish menu based on the products of fishing in the Varanger fjord, such as the famous Kamchatka giant crabs, scallops and other seafood. Situated on the Eldorado of Birds, the hotel also offers boat trips to Hornøya. And on the roof, many of them come to nest, so during the birthing season, enthusiasts ask to attend. The rooms are simple but comfortable, some of them with a view of the harbour.

On the beautiful Ekkerøy peninsula, along the coast at the entrance to Varanger Fjord, treat yourself to the luxury of renting a holiday home in the middle of the village or a fisherman's hut on the quayside. All houses are fully equipped and in good condition. Facing the Barents Sea, protected by the Varanger peninsula, choose a relaxing or active stay, thanks to the activities offered by the landlord: guided tours, hiking, fishing, boat trips! Lovers of calm and soothing landscapes, here is your new little corner of paradise!

The Scandic Hammerfest is located in the heart of the city. It offers 85 well-decorated and well-equipped rooms with a view of the fjord or the city. The restaurant also offers a very nice view of the sea. The establishment also has a fireplace, a piano bar and a disco. Note that the address is reputed to serve one of the best breakfasts in the country and it is a real delight! All in all, a hotel which corresponds to the standing and which will satisfy your desire for comfort and proximity to the city centre and its activities.

This 52-room hotel is open all year round. Located in the city centre near the port and all the activities, this hotel offers impeccable service and quality with spacious and bright rooms, all fully equipped and decorated in warm colours. Most of the rooms have a view of the port and the sea on the horizon so you can fully enjoy the magnificent summer lights offered by the midnight sun! The common areas are also well kept. Hotel of high standing, as wanted by the chain.

Lost in the middle of the vastness of the Finnmark plateau, the small camping site of Kautokeino seems completely out of time. Located south of the village, you will have only nature as your neighbor. Only a few meters from the pitches is Kautokeino elva, where you can cool off on sunny days or go fishing most of the year. Several types of accommodation are available, from simple cabins (economical and rustic) to more sophisticated cottages. Several activities are organized from the campground, enough to keep everyone busy!

The Scandic, formerly Rica, is the only luxury hotel in the Karasjok area. It is a modern hotel but built according to the Saami architecture. The comfort meets the standard of the chain, with a careful decoration in the traditional style and rooms with all comfort. Add to this a magnificent sauna, a relaxation area and a gym available to hotel guests. The surroundings are beautiful and wild, a relaxing and ideal setting to enjoy both the comfort and the special atmosphere of Karasjok.

Like the chain, the hotel again meets all the quality criteria. Spacious, cosy, warm and conveniently located, Scandic Harstad is ideal for both family and business stays. The hotel serves an excellent breakfast every day, meals to order at lunchtime and in the evening, and hosts evening events such as concerts. Free internet connection. You can probably find an Internet offer on their website. Parking 100 NOK for 24 hours.

The hotel is located on the seafront, most of the rooms, the bar and the restaurant enjoy a breathtaking view of the port and the coast. Not to mention the sauna, which keeps its promise of relaxation thanks to its corner window! The hotel was recently renovated and now offers very modern comfort in the image of the chain. The rooms are fully equipped, spacious and some are truly luxurious. A gym is available for all guests and it is possible to borrow fishing rods at the reception desk against a deposit.

This hotel complex is located along the harbour. You can stay in double rooms, an apartment or a fully equipped chalet. The buildings are former fishermen's sheds that have been refurbished. To collect the keys you have to go to the reception of Thon Hotel Andrikken, where you can also have breakfast if you wish. They are not the best equipped cottages we know of, but they are very good and at least provide a good rest.

A very beautiful hotel, offering comfort, space and bright architecture in a vast rorbuer. Some rooms are even equipped with a hole allowing you to fish directly from your bed (or almost!). The hotel is located on a central island and its positioning ensures on the one hand a nice view of the city from most of the rooms, and on the other hand a direct proximity to all the shops. On the restaurant side, we offer a traditional menu with local recipes and therefore mainly based on fish.

The hotel is pleasant and the rooms offer modern comfort. The hotel also offers many activities such as skiing, polar baths, sauna, solarium, indoor pool, fitness room, free internet connection. You can also rent a canoe or kayak in the area, or borrow a fishing rod. The buffet breakfast is hearty, good and offers fresh products (gluten-free and lactose-free option on request). The rooms are comfortable and almost all have a kettle and desk.

Bardufosstun was built around the theme of sport. For more than 50 years, many athletes in northern Norway (such as Jan Lindvall, Vegard Ulvang, Marianne Dahlmo, Fred Børre Lundberg, Bjarte Engen Vik) have seen this facility as a good training centre. The facilities are extensive and the location is perfect for exercising and exploring the area and the immediate surroundings. Only a two hour drive from Tromsø, Harstad and Narvik. Special offers are available on site.

At the other end of the village is a group of rorbuer, the oldest of which date from the 1800s. Tastefully restored, they are equipped with a kitchenette and a shower. A cold room and a grill for freezing and cooking freshly caught fish are available to guests. In the main building overlooking the docks, a lovely little café made of white wood is arranged around its central fireplace. The rorbu is a fisherman's hut on stilts typical of northern Norway, more precisely of Lofoten.

Accommodation at Live Lofoten is resolutely friendly and offers a very relaxing setting. You can choose between a hotel or a rorbuer. Built around 1910, the high-standard cabins are located in the line closest to the sea and have their foundations on the stone that forms part of Northern Europe's longest stone quay. The restaurant, which has a good reputation, offers typical cuisine based mainly on fish. Several activities can be booked on site.

A structure that organizes real expeditions (dog sledding, kayaking on a frozen sea, polar bear encounters, etc.), but also offers rooms in the Trapper's Hotel, built with large logs in the trapper's style down to the smallest details. Prices vary a bit depending on the season. Comfortable rooms with private bathrooms and no television! Open all year round. Free internet connection. Great breakfast !

Gjestehuset 102 is located in Ny Byen, about 2 km from the centre of Longyearbyen. This historic hotel offers good comfort and above all a warm and friendly atmosphere. The hotel is perfectly situated for viewing the spectacular Northern Lights, and you may also see foxes or wild reindeer through your room window. The best thing about Gjestehuset 102 is the room rates, which are among the lowest in Svalbard. Activities can be booked depending on the season.

A charming, cosy hotel a stone's throw from the Pole... a dream, or a surprise, situated high above Haugen with views of Longyearbyen, the Longyear glacier and the Hiorthfjellet mountains.

Built for the governing structures of the Norske Spitsbergen Kulkompani, now it's for tourists who travel far and wide and like to treat themselves. It's customary to take your shoes off at the entrance, a habit established when miners used to return from work full of mud.

If you have made a reservation, we will pick you up by car at the landing stage and drive you to this old farmhouse on the northern tip of the island, in the village of Nordland. We will be able to stay in an old presbytery at the foot of the mountains, transformed into an inn. Most of the rooms, distributed in the main building or in the "henhouse", are equipped with a bathroom. Warm and friendly atmosphere, on this island lost in the sea. It is possible to rent boats to approach the nesting rocks.

Located on the floor of the building, the hotel offers rooms and a family apartment for rent.

A nice hotel, all red, with a traditional look and ideally located on the waterfront on the main island Røstlandet. It offers a very relaxing comfort and large windows to enjoy the sumptuous landscapes. You can choose between a double room or a fully equipped apartment. The hotel rents bicycles, cars, boats and fishing rods. It is also possible to book several kinds of activities, from boat trips to guided tours of the island, to make the most of the beauty of the archipelago.

A large hotel with 190 comfortable and modern rooms, which concretes a part of the marina with its black façade. Its restaurant and its seafood buffets, its dance hall and its panoramic bar specialized in cocktails, offering a 360° view on the city, monopolize a good part of the city's outings. In winter you can probably watch the Northern Lights from your room or from the pontoon below. Rooms with everything you need, unlimited coffee and tea at the reception. Wifi. Fitness.

This large, white, modern building houses a very sober hotel, where the decoration is minimalist. The rooms are contemporary, with a few touches of colour here and there in the corridors. No surprise, it is a correct accommodation, with a restaurant on the spot. Most rooms have a small desk and chair, a flat screen TV. All have private bathroom and toilet facilities and free internet connection. Comfortable beds. A hotel that we choose especially for its location in the city center.

Conveniently located in the city centre, the hotel is just a few minutes away from the lighthouse, Bodin Church and the Nordlandfylkesmuseum. The hotel offers classic quality services. The website is very easy to book and you will probably find some very interesting special offers. The dinner is almost always included in the price of the room, which makes a very correct service in terms of price.

A hotel of the Scandic chain with a lot of charm since it is installed in a building of more than a century (its construction goes back to the 1890s!) flanked by a private garden favourable to relaxation. The hotel's many rooms are very comfortable and well decorated. The hotel is also close to the train station and the restaurant, called Søilen, serves a delicious arctic menu. A very good address.

The hotel is located behind Sjøgata Street, an old street in the city centre that deserves to be listed. Built two centuries ago, it is the oldest hotel in Northern Norway. A farmer's son and a sea captain obtained a royal licence in 1794 to run an inn and trade in Mosjøen. Later, in 1885,^Mrs Ellen Haugan bought the hotel, which has remained in the family ever since. Salmon and trout fishing can be done from the large garden surrounding the hotel.

The hotel is centrally located in Bronnoysund, not far from the embarkation pier. With its contemporary design and clean lines, it appeals to a business clientele. However, tourists will also appreciate the comfort of the rooms and the well-stocked breakfast. Most rooms have a kettle, hairdryer, TV, desk and chair. Special offers on their website. Check-in 3pm, check-out 12pm. Free parking with electric car charging station. Free coffee in the lobby.

Despite its old-fashioned decor (except for those who don't mind stuffed game), the Bardufosstun is ideally located high up, not far from the mountains, rivers and lakes that abound in the area. It will be particularly appreciated by travelers wishing to explore the region. Rooms are large and well-maintained, and guests will appreciate the privacy of individual residences. The hotel offers a bicycle rental service, a fitness room and sports facilities.

20 km from Alta, in the former Alta Friluftspark, is the Igloo Hotel and Restaurant. It offers rooms made of ice, as well as a bar and an ice church. The hotel, built by outstanding artists, is a pleasure for the eyes. In addition to the guided tours of the hotel, you can also book activities organized by Sorrisniva and why not celebrate your wedding in the ice church? A unique experience! All this in a breathtaking natural setting full of opportunities for walks.