Stay in the right place to explore Lofoten

Midnight sun, mountains and ocean — all within reach

A quiet fjordside base in the heart of Lofoten.
Close to everything — far from the crowds.
Stay, explore, and come back to calm.

Why Skårungen

Fjordfront location

Central base

Quiet surroundings

All in one place

A place with history

Skårungen has been part of Lofoten’s fishing culture for generations.

What started as a place for fishermen is now a place to stay — still shaped by the same landscape, rhythm, and connection to the sea.

Everything within reach

  • 8km from Skårungen

  • 18km from Skårungen

  • 30km from Skårungen

  • 114km from Skårungen

A day at Skårungen

People behind Skårungen

A small team, deeply connected to this place.

We care about the details — and about making your stay feel easy, natural and real.

A life in Lofoten

Moments from Skårungen and beyond

  • Skårungen is located just outside Kabelvåg, about 10 minutes from Svolvær.

    You can reach us by bus, car, ferry or domestic flights to Svolvær, Leknes or Evenes.

  • Visible from September to the beginning of April, on clear nights.

    Skårungen’s quiet surroundings and open sky make it a great place to experience them.

  • From February to April, Lofoten offers unique ski touring — from mountains to ocean.

    Several routes are easily accessible from Skårungen.