Located close to Lofoten Krigsminnemuseum and Lofoten Escape & Adventures, Svinøya Rorbuer provides a terrace, laundry facilities, and conference space. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site restaurant, Børsen Spiseri, features local cuisine. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
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Rorbu Leilighet S (Fisherman Cabin Apartment)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Heated bathroom floor
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
Ocean view
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Rorbusuite L (Fisherman Cabin Suite 3 bedroom)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Pillowtop bed
3 bedrooms
Heated bathroom floor
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
3 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds and 3 Twin Beds
Ocean view
About the neighborhood
Located in Vagan, Svinøya Rorbuer is in the historical district and on the waterfront. Lofoten Krigsminnemuseum and The Lofoten Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include The Lofoten Aquarium and Lofoten Aktiv AS. Lofoten Escape & Adventures and Svolvaergeita are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with downhill skiing, snowboarding, and ski runs, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowshoeing. Visit our Vagan travel guide
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Svinøya Rorbuer
Waterfront cabin with a restaurant, near Lofoten Escape & Adventures
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 hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. 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.
Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NOK 270 for adults and NOK 135 for children
A restaurant
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Heated bathroom floor
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Separate sitting area
Outdoor areas
Dock
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
3 meeting rooms
646 square feet of conference space
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
No elevator
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Gift shop/newsstand
Housekeeping (on request)
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Location highlights
In a historical district
In a rural location
In a village
Near the airport
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycle tours
Bicycle rentals nearby
Boat tours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Snowshoeing nearby
Surf lessons nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
54 units
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Bed sheets changed on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Recycling
Towels (changed on request)
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
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 of 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NOK 270 for adults and 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
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Svinøya Rorbuer Cabin
Svinøya Rorbuer Vagan
Svinøya Rorbuer Cabin Vagan
Frequently asked questions
Is Svinøya Rorbuer pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
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?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Svinøya Rorbuer located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lofoten Escape & Adventures and Lofoten Krigsminnemuseum. Svolvaergeita and The Lofoten Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Reviews
Svinøya Rorbuer Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Amenities
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 72 reviews
10 - Excellent
55
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 72 reviews
8 - Good
12
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 72 reviews
6 - Okay
4
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 72 reviews
4 - Poor
1
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Marissa
Jan 11, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spacious and comfortable rooms. Unique and impressive location. Loved it.
Marissa
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Jul 10, 2025
Liked: Communication
No frills lodging but the location was fantastic.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Antoine
Jul 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
A great place to stay
Beautiful place, very comfortable
Very calm
Our habitation had a great view
Antoine
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paul
May 22, 2025
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
Paul
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10 Good
adele
Jan 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was clean and cozy.
adele
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kieu
Sep 18, 2024
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.
Kieu
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dean
May 21, 2025
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.
Dean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
YI
Apr 4, 2025
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
YI
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Peter
Sep 28, 2023
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.
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……
Debra
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
Michael
Aug 7, 2024
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.
Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Giorgia
Oct 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place
Giorgia
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
6/10 Okay
Osama
Sep 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
The cabin needed to be upgraded fully. Only the Bathroom & Kitchen were upgraded. Our Cabin (#31) faced the back of the lagoon & industrial area so it wasn’t even a pretty view
Osama
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Denise, Chino Hills
Mar 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Svinoya Rorbuer is an amazing property! The staff and the on-site restaurant is amazing. Very memorable experience here in seeing the Northern Lights!
Denise
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Semira
Mar 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Beautiful
Beautiful apartment and views. Well equipped and spacious.
Semira
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Yuwen
Jul 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very professional and courteous staff! Love it!!!
Yuwen
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kendall
May 7, 2024
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.
Kendall
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
4/10 Poor
Elvire
Sep 2, 2023
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.
Elvire
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kamila
May 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Me encanto, la gente muy amable, el lugar muy acogedor
Kamila
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
Laura
Apr 28, 2025
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
Laura
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
OLIVIER
Feb 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Rorbu confortable et authentique
Excellent emplacement dans un rorbu authentique.
OLIVIER
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ellen
Feb 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Rorbue ferie 2025 Vintee
Kjempe fine rorbuer. Perfekt plassert. Romslige, renslige og innbydende
Ellen
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Valentine
Jan 30, 2025
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 !
Valentine
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
JEREMY
Nov 5, 2024
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.