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Svinøya Rorbuer

Waterfront cabin with sauna and restaurant

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Front of property
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Room
Breakfast buffet

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
£125
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

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2 Gunnar Bergs vei, Vagan, Nordland, 8300
  • Place, Lofoten Temagalleri
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Lofoten Escape & Adventures
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Lofoten War Memorial Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Svolvaer (SVJ-Helle)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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Telegrafen 1.1

  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Salvesenhuset A

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Beds

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Rorbu XL

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Beds

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Studioleilighet

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Leilighet 2 Soverom

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Rorbu L+

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Dobbeltrom Havutsikt

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Formannsboligen

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Single Bed and 3 Double Beds

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Telegrafen 2.2

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Living area

Salvesenhuset B

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Klokkerhuset

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Private kitchen

Rorbu M

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Living area

Rorbu M+

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Leilighet 1 Soverom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Living area

Rorbu S TWIN

  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Rorbusuite XXL

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Beds

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Rorbusuite XXL+

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Beds

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Exterior

Arbeiderboligen

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Stormen

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Telegrafen 2.1

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Dobbeltrom Standard

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Parelihuset

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Rorbu DBl

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Rorbu Leilighet S (Fisherman Cabin Apartment)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Rorbusuite L (Fisherman Cabin Suite 3 bedroom)

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Vagan

Located in Vagan, Svinøya Rorbuer is in the historical district and on the waterfront. Lofoten Escape & Adventures and Skrova Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Lofoten Aquarium and Lofoten Aktiv AS. Enjoy the area's slopes with downhill skiing, snowboarding and ski runs, and don't miss out on the snowshoeing.
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What's nearby

  • Lofoten Temagalleri - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lofoten Escape & Adventures - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lofoten War Memorial Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nordnorsk Kunstnersenter - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Svolvaergeita - 14 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Svolvaer (SVJ-Helle) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brasseriet - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Nordis - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bacalao - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Esso Svolvær - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Børsen Spiseri - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Svinøya Rorbuer

Waterfront cabin with sauna and restaurant
This smoke-free cabin features a restaurant, a sauna and conference space. Self parking is free. Other amenities include concierge services, laundry facilities and tour/ticket assistance. All 54 cabins boast heated floor (bathroom), and offer free WiFi and pillowtop beds. Guests will also find sitting areas, electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee. Housekeeping is available on request.
Svinøya Rorbuer offers 54 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Recreational amenities at the cabin include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Amenities

Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Laundry
Outdoor space
Breakfast available

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Return the keys

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately NOK 270 for adults and from NOK 135 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Svinøya Rorbuer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Svinøya Rorbuer?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Svinøya Rorbuer?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Svinøya Rorbuer?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Svinøya Rorbuer located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Lofoten Temagalleri, Nordnorsk Kunstnersenter and Lofoten Escape & Adventures. Lofoten War Memorial Museum and Lofoten Krigsminnemuseum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

Svinøya Rorbuer Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.2/10

Communication
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Communication
No frills lodging but the location was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great place to stay!

We had a truly memorable stay at Svinøya Rorbuer. The location is stunning — surrounded by dramatic Lofoten scenery and close to everything I wanted to explore. The rorbu (fisherman's cabin) was roomy, beautifully maintained, and offered a perfect mix of comfort and tradition. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the overall atmosphere made me feel welcome and at ease from the moment I arrived. I particularly appreciated the quiet setting and the views across the water. The sauna and four dips into the Arctic waters were amazing! Thank you to the Svinøya team for a wonderful experience — I would absolutely return and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the Lofoten Islands.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

YI

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
About 15mins walk away from the town centre, but it is quite and with a nice view. Room is a loft, the lower level is with bedrooms which are slightly cold. The upper level with living room and
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Antoine

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

A great place to stay

Beautiful place, very comfortable Very calm Our habitation had a great view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Heaven in Svolvaer

Awesome location - so good I went back twice on same trip. Stayed in two types of accommodation and both were outstanding. Great value and so close to everything. Restaurant quality is excellent, breakfast could maybe be a little more expansive. Couldn’t recommend highly enough, will be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kamila

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Me encanto, la gente muy amable, el lugar muy acogedor
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

La casetta sarebbe da rimordenizzare. Vetri rotti e altri dettagli che fanno sembrare l'ambiente trasandati. Nel complesso però pulizia ottima e vicina al centro città
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

OLIVIER

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Rorbu confortable et authentique

Excellent emplacement dans un rorbu authentique.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Rorbue ferie 2025 Vintee

Kjempe fine rorbuer. Perfekt plassert. Romslige, renslige og innbydende
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valentine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Séjour magique en hiver dans cet hôtel typique. Propre et confortable. Mieux en vrai que sur les photos. Je recommande !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEREMY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort, communication
Très bel endroit composé d'un ensemble de rorbuer traditionnels sur une île de Svolvaer. Au milieu de l'eau, un cadre idéal pour immortaliser en hiver les aurores boréales. Les logements offrent un bon cadre idéal si vous désirez y rester quelques jours pour explorer les Lofoten. Bien équipé pour faire la cuisine, vous avez également la possibilité d'un bon petit-déjeuner copieux dans le restaurant situé dans le bâtiment de réception. Un très bon choix pour loger dans les Lofoten.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHUN CHENG

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Wonderful

羅弗敦第一天就來這邊住，後悔沒有選擇多住幾晚，房間大而且在陽台就能欣賞極光，餐廳更是超級美味，每一樣餐點、咖啡和果汁都超讚
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was beautiful with gorgeous views of the harbor/area with vast ocean views as well. Dinner at their restaurant was outstanding, as was our server. We got to see the northern lights one night which made our day. The sauna was beautiful also, and right on the water to jump in for cold plunge. Constructive criticism: the young woman at the desk during our check in process was at times short, not as pleasant as she could have been. There should be napkins and/or paper towels with salt/pepper in the apartment - those small things really go a long way to giving a guest a more pleasant stay……
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kieu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The unit has a decent size bedrooms and bathrooms. Kitchen is well equipped with dishes and utensils. Location is walkable to harbor/town center.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Room comfort

Not worth it if you can’t sleep comfortably

The cabin was lovely, scenery was picturesque, and check-in was a breeze… but these were the least pleasant nights of sleep I’ve had indoors in years. I get that Norway doesn’t normally need air conditioning, but global warming is real, the temps are only going to keep going up, and for these prices it’s not too much to expect the property to at least provide some fans.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendall

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great stay!

Great place, super clean and quiet. The breakfast buffet is a little pricey but at the same time great options and good products. The bed was very comfy and not single beds, which seems hard to find. The sauna was also great, only bummer was the windows of the sauna were really dirty from people jumping and splashing the windows. So the view from the sauna wasn’t as we thought. But it did have warmed changing rooms and was a great experience. Def do dinner of breakfast even just to see the interior design of the dining room, beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

melania

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

RORBU SULL'ACQUA

STRUTTURA BELLISSIMA, SU UN'ISOLA E COMPLETAMENTE SULL'ACQUA. CASE BELLE E CURATE, STAFF GENTILE.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Semira

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Beautiful

Beautiful apartment and views. Well equipped and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulo R A

Liked: Room comfort, communication

Maravilhoso

Uma experiência inesquecível. O lugar é lindo e a casinha fantástica.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

adele

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was clean and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Excelentes instalaciones, ubicadas en la mejor ubicación de Svolvaer, el personal es muy atento y la atención es única. Yo tuve un problema con mi unidad y al día siguiente me cambiaron a una unidad de mejor calidad y me aplicaron un descuento, siempre estuvieron al pendiente de todos los detalles. Las mejores vistas son lugar a duda
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Vi boede i en rigtig hyggelig hytte, der så meget autentisk ud, men samtidig var både badeværelser og køkken meget moderne. Udsigten fra hytten over vandet var fantastisk, og vi kunne parkere lige udenfor. Vi overnatter gerne her igen :-)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Giorgia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We used this place as a stopover on our way to Reine. It fulfilled that function. The cabin is designed more for a longer stay with a complete kitchen, dining area, etc. We had a view to the harbor which is not so picturesque (more industrial). But, all in all, a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Elvire

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutey not worth the price. Overpriced for a modern cabin sold as a 'typical fishermen one'. Place was dusty everywhere, used, stained and dirty furniture. Dust everyqhere in the room. Chairs and windows outside covered in bird's poo. Vlinds broken in 3 bedrooms and no one came to change them in 4 days! Location is in the middle of nowhere. Overall hugely disapointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023