60 days to go
Top Stay Recommendations in Vesterålen
The countdown is on!
With only 60 days to go until The Arctic Run, it is time to set your home base for the weekend, if you haven't already done so.
To help you out, we have gathered some top recommendations for places that still have availability for runners. Whether you are looking for a historic fishing village or a cozy boutique hotel, here are some great spots to check out:
Melbu Hotell
An eco light house certified hotel with 58 rooms with individual charm, is perfectly placed in the heart of the Lofoten and Vesterålen islands, and is only a stone’s throw from the beautiful and hiking-friendly mountains of Hadseløya, where the run takes place.
The hotel's staff are always happy to give advice and share with you their favourite places for amazing mountain experiences and stunning panoramas.
Melbu Hotell collaborate with several tour and activity providers that organise tours all year round.
Availability: Good capacity remains for the race weekend.
Vesterålen Rorbuer
Stay in authentic fisherman's cabins with the ocean and mountains right on your doorstep.
Vesterålen Rorbuer offers dedicated support for the event, including race-day transport and dining options.
Availability: A few cabins are still available for groups or individuals.
Holmvik Brygge
(Nyksund Guesthouses)
The Holmvik Brygge is located in the heart of Nyksund, a remote fishing village known for its gastronomy, distinctive architecture, and scenic hiking trails.
They offer a range of accommodation standards, from basic rooms to hotel-level comfort. Holmvik Brygge's aim is to provide a peaceful stay, where guests can relax and immerse themselves in the history of the old fishing era.
Availability: Available capacity with various standards, from basic rooms to hotel-level comfort.
Hotell Regine
Hotel Regine is a small and cosy boutique hotel situated in Bø, Vesterålen, in the north of Norway.
You will be greeted with warm smiles, local hospitality and a pleasant atmosphere.
Outside the hotel you can enjoy the fantastic scenery with mountains, numerous hiking trails and fishing lakes – there is something for every taste.
The hotels distinct character and inspiration taken from Regine Normann, one of Norway’s famous writers from the north, makes a good starting point for an adventure in beautiful Vesterålen.
Availability: A few rooms are still remaining in various sizes.
Kvitnes Gård
Kvitnes Gård offers a fine dining experience in a rural setting, with accommodation available for guests.The food is prepared using their own produce and traditional methods, making it a must-visit destination for culinary enthusiasts.
Availability: While fully booked on race day (June 6th), they have available capacity on June 4th, 5th, and 7th for those looking to extend their trip with a unique culinary experience.
⛺️ Camp TAR
Introducing Camp TAR, organized by our friends at Folkefest.
Located close to the start and finish line of The Arctic Run, with both rent-a-bed and bring your own bed options.
Travel to Vesterålen and The Arctic Run
There are three airports located near or in Vesterålen: Evenes Airport (EVE), Skagen/Stokmarknes Airport (SKN) and Andøya Airport (ANX)
Evenes Airport is the largest airport with the most arrivals
- Evenes is easy to connect from international destinations and elsewhere in Norway
- 2 hr airport shuttle from Evenes Airport to Sortland is available. Plan your trip at https://www.flybussen.no/en
- Skagen/Stokmarknes Airport and Andøya Airport connects to Tromsø and Bodø
Shuttle to The Arctic Run
Together with our partner Borealis, The Arctic Run offers a shuttle to and from the race.
More info will be available very soon
Shuttle Bus Departures
Departure point for all buses from Stokmarknes is at Vesterålen kysthotell
- From
- Sortland
- Sortland
- Sortland
- Sortland
- Stokmarknes
- Stokmarknes
- Stokmarknes
- To
- Stokmarknes
- Stokmarknes
- Stokmarknes
- Stokmarknes
- Sortland
- Sortland
- Sortland
- Departure
- 08:30
- 09:45
- 11:00
- 13:00
- 16:00
- 17:00
- 18:00
- Arrival
- 09:00
- 10:15
- 11:30
- 13:30
- 16:30
- 17:30
- 18:30
MEETING POINT
Scandic Sortland (departure and arrivals)
- From
- Andenes
- Andenes
- Stokmarknes
- To
- Stokmarknes
- Stokmarknes
- Andenes
- Departure
- 07:00
- 11:30
- 18:00
- Arrival
- 09:30
- 13:30
- 20:00
MEETING POINT
Thon Partner Andenes
(departure and arrivals)
- From
- Bø i Vester.
- Bø i Vester.
- Stokmarknes
- To
- Stokmarknes
- Stokmarknes
- Bø i Vesterålen
- Departure
- 08:00
- 11:30
- 18:00
- Arrival
- 09:30
- 13:00
- 19:30
MEETING POINT
Regine Hotell Straume
(departure and arrivals)
- From
- Myre
- Stokmarknes
- To
- Stokmarknes
- Myre
- Departure
- 09:00
- 18:00
- Arrival
- 10:00
- 19:15
MEETING POINT
Myre Hotell
(departure and arrivals)
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