Where can you stay on Sommarøy near Tromsø?
Rooms and cabins at the island's hotel, camping nearby, a farm hotel on Kvaløya and how to get there.
Short answer
On Sommarøy itself you can stay at Sommarøy Arctic Hotel, which offers hotel rooms, suites, sea houses, rorbu cabins and apartments. The drive from Tromsø takes about an hour. For camping, the hotel refers guests to Sommarøy Camping and Marina about three minutes away by car, and Yggdrasiltunet farm hotel on Kvaløya offers rooms with breakfast.
Why
- Visit Tromsø lists Sommarøy Arctic Hotel at Skipsholmvegen 22 on Sommarøy, with superior and standard rooms, suites, sea houses, rorbu cabins and apartments.
- The hotel says its cabins and apartments give more space and privacy, often with a living area and kitchen, while hotel rooms suit a simpler stay.
- Camping is not allowed on the hotel grounds, and the hotel recommends Sommarøy Camping and Marina, about a three-minute drive away.
Details
Sommarøy Arctic Hotel is about 52 km from Tromsø Airport and runs a shuttle between central Tromsø, the airport and the hotel for NOK 800 per person per trip, booked at least 48 hours ahead. By public bus, the hotel advises searching for a route from Prostneset in Tromsø or from the airport to the Hillesøy kryss stop. From Senja, the ferry from Botnhamn lands at Brensholmen, a five-minute drive from the hotel.
Tip
Without a car, book the hotel shuttle at least 48 hours in advance, or check bus times to Hillesøy kryss before you set off.
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Sources
- Visit Tromsø: Sommarøy Arctic HotelChecked at:
- Sommarøy Arctic Hotel: Frequently asked questionsChecked at:
- Sommarøy Arctic Hotel: TransportChecked at:
- Visit Tromsø: Kvaløya and SommarøyChecked at:
- Yggdrasiltunet farm hotelChecked at:
Prices change, so check Sommarøy Arctic Hotel before you go.
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