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Reine Rorbuer, traditional fishermen's cabins, in Lofoten, Norway Photo: Solveig Helland

Where to stay in Lofoten

Lofoten is known for the old fishermen's cabins ("rorbuer") that have been restored and turned into modern accommodation for travellers.

Accommodation in Lofoten is available at hotels, camp sites, youth hostels, cabins, quayside buildings ("sjøhus"), guesthouses, bed & breakfasts and various other types of rooms and apartments.

Fishermen's cabins ("rorbuer")

Along the coast of Lofoten you will find cosy fishermen’s cabins. These cabins originally provided simple overnight accommodation for fishermen. Today they are available in all categories, from low to very high standard.

Qayside buildings ("sjøhus") 

In the fishing villages you will find large buildings originally designed to accommodate the landing of the fishermen's catch. These wharf buildings are often two to four storeys high and also include room for lodgings.

Since many of these lodgings have been used by fishermen, they are also often referred to as fishermen's cabins ("rorbuer"). In order to distinguish this type of accommodation from the traditional, fishermen's cabins, the term "sjøhus" (sea house) is often used. In some of these "sjøhus", guests may share a number of facilities such as kitchen, bathroom and living room.

Last updated:  11 January 2010
Toppøy Rorbuer in Lofoten, Norway - Photo: Terje Rakke/Nordic life/Innovation Norway
Toppøy Rorbuer in Lofoten, Norway

Interest:  Hotels, Camping, Cottages & Holiday houses, Fishermen's cabin, Hostels & Guest houses

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Reine Rorbuer, traditional fishermen's cabins, in Lofoten, Norway - Photo: Solveig Helland

Where to stay in Lofoten

Lofoten is known for the old fishermen's cabins ("rorbuer") that have been restored and turned into modern accommodation for travellers.

Where to stay in Lofoten

Source: Visitnorway

About Lofoten

Tourist information in Lofoten

There are several tourist information offices in Lofoten. Some of them are closed during winter.

Key facts about Lofoten

Lofoten consists of seven main islands with 24,000 inhabitants.

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