Family-friendly stays in Lofoten

Find accommodation in Lofoten for your family

Lofoten is made for family and quality time together. No matter where you stay in Lofoten, you are in the middle of world-renowned nature, which is perfect for downtime – for any family.

Family-friendly hotels

Thon in Svolvær, a renowned hotel, has received the prestigious title of Norway’s best breakfast, making it an exceptional culinary experience. The restaurants in Lofoten’s hotels offer a wide array of delectable local cuisine, while the rooms boast a high standard of comfort. Whether you prefer the vibrant ambiance of the towns or the serene tranquility of the fishing villages in Lofoten, you have the freedom to select your desired setting.

  • Thon Hotel Svolvær
  • Anker Brygge
  • Nordis Suites
  • Scandic Vestfjord Lofoten
  • Scandic Leknes Lofoten Hotell

Cabins and houses

Why not rent a cabin or a house? These accommodation alternatives are usually located in scenic areas with a short distance to the great Lofoten outdoors.

Lofoten Links Lodge
On Gimsøya in Vågan municipality you’ll find Lofoten Links Lodges. Here you can spend the night in large, new cabins with a high standard. Nearby, you’ll find Hov Beach, Hov Hestegård, Lofoten Links, and many excellent hiking opportunities. These cabins offer great Northern Lights views during winter, and a spectacular view of where the sun dips halfway down under the horizon during summer, in the midnight sun season.

Ellahuset
Lofoten Gårdsysteri rents out a cozy northern country house in idyllic Saupstad with great hiking opportunities. Here you can visit the animals on the farm, eat an organic lunch and have a pleasing breakfast experience.

Lofoten Planet BaseCamp
The Lofoten Planet BaseCamp is perfect if you’re a family or party of four and want to enjoy private space, private facilities, and independence from all other guests in the BaseCamp.

Reine Rorbuer: several small red houses by the sea, with mountains and village in the background.

Rorbuer (Fishermen’s cabins)

The historic fishermen’s cabins are popular accommodation options in Lofoten. They are often spacious with lots of history, making them perfect for families.

  • The Tide Rorbuer
  • Svinøya Rorbuer
  • Statles Rorbu- og Konferansesenter
  • Villa Lofoten
  • Solsiden Brygge
  • Sjøstrand Rorbuer
  • Rorbu på Mølnarodden
  • Rorbuanlegget Svolvær Havn
  • Reine Rorbuer
  • Nyvågar Rorbu Hotel
  • Nusfjord Arctic Resort
  • Lofoten Rorbuer
  • Holmen Lofoten
  • Henningsvær Rorbuer
  • Fiskekrogen Rorbuer
  • Eliassen Rorbuer
  • Anker Brygge Rorbusuiter
  • Hemmingodden Lodge på Ballstad
  • Sjøstrand Rorbuer

Family-friendly camping in Lofoten

In Lofoten, you’ll find numerous idyllic campsites. You can park your motorhome, set up a tent, or find a cabin for the night. Below are some of the more child-friendly options in Lofoten.

Kabelvåg Feriehus og Camping
The campsite is open all year round and appears to be one of Lofoten’s most modern campsites. Kabelvåg Feriehus & Camping offers accommodation in simple cabins, historic houses, and apartments.

Lofoten Beach Camp
Beautifully located on Flakstadstranda and right by the E10. A superb choice for families looking for a place to camp. There are suitable hiking opportunities in the area. And only a short trip to Ramberg and Rambergstranda. Lofoten Beach Camp also offers surf rentals and surf lessons!

Lofoten Feriesenter
Its close location to mountains, sea, freshwater, and wilderness areas makes Lofoten Feriesenter an excellent starting point for any family trip. Fourteen cabins with kitchen, shower, and toilet. Main house with attached kitchen. Shower and sauna. Kiosk and reception.

Hov Camping, Hov Gård
Hov Camping is perfect for families with younger children. Close by is a lovely white-sandy beach and plenty of wild nature. With a north-facing view, the location makes it possible to experience Northern Lights and the Midnight Sun. And Restaurant Låven serves delicious food, drinks, and coffee. You can rent the sauna at the beach, join a horse riding tour or hike up Hoven. Offers slots with and without electricity, service house with kitchen, showers, and WC.