Nyvågar Rorbuhotell
Nyvågar Rorbuhotell is idyllically located in the area of Storvågan near Kabelvåg and Svolvær, which used to be an important trade post. Nowadays, you are welcome to stay in the comfortable and spacious fishing huts called “rorbuer”, modernised to a hotel standard. In addition, you may relax in our spa, enjoy a nice meal in our restaurant, and taste aquavit in The Aquavit Loft Bar.
Practical information
Check-in: From 15:00
Check-out: Until 11:00
Parking: free of charge
Electric cars: Charging stations for electric cars available
Accessibility: None of the cabins are facilitated for electric wheelchairs, and all bedrooms are located on the second floor. The reception and restaurant are located on the ground floor with accessible toilets.
Dogs: Dogs are allowed into a few of our cabins. An additional cleaning fee of NOK 350,- will apply. Booking in advance is necessary.
Where to find us:
Nyvågar Rorbuhotell is located next to the sea by the Lofoten Aquarium, approx. 7 km from Svolvær.
Adress: Storvåganveien 26, 8310 Kabelvåg
Driving instructions:
- From Harstad/Evenes Airport: follow Rv833 to E10, further from E10 to Kabelvåg and Storvåganveien. Approx. 170 km.
- From Leknes Airport: drive onto E10 and follow the road all the way to Kabelvåg and Storvåganveien. Approx. 65 km
- From Bodø Airport: follow the Rv80 to Terminalveien, take the ferry from Bodø - Moskenes (the transition takes 3 hours 15 minutes), drive onto E10 and follow the road all the way to Nyvågar Rorbuhotell. Approx. 220 km.
- From Sweden: take the train from Sweden to Norway. There are day- and night-trains from Stockholm to Kiruna to Narvik. In Narvik you can rent a car (3 hours) or take bus no. 300 (3.5 hours) towards Lofoten.
Rooms
Cabin without seaview
The cabins are 50 m2 over 2 levels and have a private bathroom with toilet and shower, living room and dining area for 4 people.
Equipped kitchenette with hobs, coffee machine, kettle, micro and refrigerator.
Free WiFi and parking.
2 bedrooms with two comfortable beds in each room, lovely duvets and hotel pillows.
Bed linen, towels and final cleaningh are included in the rent.
Cabin with seaview
The cabins are 50 m2 over 2 levels and have a private bathroom with toilet and shower, living room and dining area for 4 people.
Equipped kitchenette with hobs, coffee machine, kettle, micro and refrigerator.
Free WiFi and parking.
2 bedrooms with two comfortable beds in each room, lovely duvets and hotel pillows.
Bed linen, towels and final cleaningh are included in the rent.
Contact
Stay in Nyvågar’s traditional rorbu cabins
At Nyvågar Rorbuhotell you will wake up to the sound and the smell of the sea. The 30 spacious cabins, traditionally called rorbu, offer guests great insight into the history and traditions of the Lofoten Islands. They are small 50 m² fishing cabins, split on two levels. All of them offer two bedrooms with a total of four beds, private bathrooms with toilet and shower, kitchenette, as well as a dining room with space for six people. The kitchens are equipped with a stove, kettle and fridge. WiFi, bed linen, towels and cleaning service are also included.
You may book an extra bed in advance for NOK 400 per night, incl. breakfast.
Lofot Spa
After a day full of adventures, there is nothing better than relaxing in an outdoor hot tub with views of the Arctic sky, against the background of either the Midnight Sun or the Northern Lights. The sauna has large windows providing magnificent views of the surrounding mountains and the sea. Enhance your hot tub and sauna experience with a refreshing dip in the sea, if you’re brave enough!
Food & drink
Enjoy genuine North-Norwegian hospitality in Nyvågar Rorbuhotell’s charming restaurant. Chef Andre loves creating meals inspired by the surrounding nature and uses local produce with an international twist. The restaurant’s seaside location means fresh seafood all year.
The Aquavit Loft Bar has the largest selection of aquavit in the world. Enjoy a good drink and stories about Norwegian aquavit. Of course, other drinks are available if aquavit is not your cup of tea.
Pictures from Nyvågar Rorbuhotell
Other places to stay
Villa Bryggekanten
Welcome to Villa Bryggekanten, located right on the pier of Lofoten’s largest and most bustling fishing village. From here you can enjoy a unique view of the ocean, the harbour and the Vågakallen landmark. The hotel’s design corresponds with the traditional surroundings and historic architecture.
Reine Rorbuer
Close to the very western end of the Lofoten archipelago you find Reine Rorbuer. It is the most picturesque hotel you can think of, consisting of 39 traditional fisherman’s cabins. Just footsteps away you can enjoy the spectacular nature here, which is balancing between being serene and brutal. Explore Reine and its surroundings by kayak, bicycle, or foot, go fishing, or simply relax to the beautiful views by your “rorbu”.