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Dønnes Gård - Accommodation in historical surroundings

Dønnes Gård on the island of Dønna, offers a holiday stay in a former vicarage. The historical surroundings actually date back to the 13th century. Guests here can dine on traditional dishes made from locally-sourced ingredients. To hear the colourful history, take a guided tour of the vicarage and the neighbouring medieval church. As a guest, you can choose between a large double room in the stately vicarage or a simpler room in the old schoolhouse next door. The latter is especially suitable for groups that want to share accommodation. The schoolhouse has 11 beds, its own kitchen, living room and bathroom. Outside, there is a barbecue. All guests can order breakfast (included) and dinner in the vicarage. Read More

Topcamp Havblikk - Good food and lodging at Nesna

When you stay at Topcamp Havblikk at Nesna, you have access to varied activities that you can enjoy with family or friends. This campsite is well-suited to people travelling with caravans, campers or tents. If you prefer, you can choose a cabin or room. Havblikk is a family-friendly campsite with many different options for accommodation and activities. Here you can stay in safe and quiet surroundings with a short way to varied activities on the coast and inland. Read More

Støtt in Meløy - Top of Helgeland

The picturesque old trading post of Støtt offers some of Helgeland's most beautiful and unique holiday experiences. Many adventures await you here, and you can enjoy charming quarters and great dining in historic buildings steeped in the island’s ancient coastal heritage. From the island of Støtt in Meløy, you can enjoy a wide range of activities year-round. With daily express boat connections to Bodø, Ørnes, and the entire archipelago along the Helgeland coast, it’s the perfect base for exploring some of Northern Norway’s most beautiful destinations—Støtt included! Explore the beautiful Støtt archipelago by kayak, fishing boat, or RIB, or join activities in the area such as glacier hikes on Svartisen, guided kayak tours, and mountain treks to Rødøyløva or the stunning Meløy Alps. If you’d rather unwind on Støtt, take the kids on a bike ride to one of the island’s many sandy beaches, and try snorkeling or diving in the crystal-clear waters of the Helgeland coast. Read more about Støtt Read More

Sjokoladebrygga on Dønna

Visit "the world's smallest chocolate factory" by the sea on Dønna and experience how delicious chocolate can be when made with care and attention to exclusive, organic ingredients. Sjokoladebrygga is perhaps the world's smallest chocolate factory, located facing the ocean on the island of Dønna. The chocolate produced here is inspired by the powerful and pure nature we have here in Helgeland. The chocolate is handcrafted, using pure ingredients that are minimally processed to retain all the good properties of cocoa. It is also lactose-free, gluten-free, and naturally sweetened with raw agave, which has a low glycemic index. So, it's chocolate for most people. But it is powerful in flavor, and chocolatier Heidi has not spared any quality, making it with the world's most exclusive cocoa bean - Criollo! Read More

Vega Havhotell

Vega havhotell is a small hotel in beautiful surroundings with the ocean close by. Vega Havhotell is located at the north-west part of Vega, at Viksaas between forests, mountains and seas. Honningsglasert andebryst med sellerikrem, balsamicoløk og pepperjordskokk, fra Vega Havhotell Pannestekt kamskjell fra Vega med pinjesalat og estragonsmør Sjokolademoussekake med kransekakebunn servert med multecoulis og sesongens frukt og bær. Surrounded by sea, islands and the freshest seafood In the kitchen, Jonas Møller creates culinary dishes based on local ingredients from Vega and the rest of Helgeland. The restaurant's five-course dinner is planned daily and is based on the day's ingredients. They are genuinely committed to sourcing the best ingredients that suit the season and that the island and Helgeland have to offer. Not only is the food delicious, but it is also a feast for the eyes. "The good atmosphere is everything to ensure that our guests have a successful stay with us," the hosts believe. They are happy to share food experiences, world heritage, light, and nature with you. Read More

Lovund Hotel

Lovund Hotel is the perfect base for exploring the enchanting island of Lovund. With comfortable accommodation, delicious cuisine, and stunning views of the sea and mountains, you can relax and unwind after a day of hiking or bird-watching. Enjoy the urban island life and breathtaking views from the comfort of your room or the hotel's terrace. Located at the far end of the Helgeland coast, Lovund Island is a hidden gem that's not to be missed. Despite its small size, this thriving community of under 500 inhabitants offers a wealth of opportunities for adventure and relaxation. Read More

Tjøtta Gjestegaard - Accommodation and café in historical surroundings

Stay close to nature experiences in historic surroundings at Tjøtta Guesthouse, conveniently located near the Seven Sisters mountain range, cultural trails, and historical sites, with excellent ferry connections for day trips to the islands along the Helgeland coast. The venerable 19th-century inn is situated in scenic and historic surroundings of Tjøtta, approximately 40 km from Sandnessjøen along the Coastal Highway. Not far from here, you can visit the Petter Dass Museum and the Alstahaug medieval church, a gallery, Tjøtta International War Cemetery, and the famous mountain range, The Seven Sisters. A ferry ride will take you to the coffee roastery on Forvik and further on to Brønnøysund, or you can take a direct ferry to Vega. Read More

Himmelblå Brygge: Dining and accommodation at Ylvingen

To Norwegians, Himmelblå Brygge and the island of Ylvingen is well known from a popular TV programme. Fortunately, all visitors are welcome to dine and enjoy an overnight stay here. Some of the accommodation is unusual and the scenic surroundings are magnificent. And for young and old, Himmelblå Brygge offers lots of activities and great adventures! Accommodation When you want a room for the night, why not choose one with real style? Himmelblå lodge is open year round. Himmelblå Brygge offers three different room types, but no matter what you choose, you are close to the sea. Read More

Krokstrand Fjellpark - Accommodation, food and a climbing park!

With holiday accommodation at Krokstrand, young and old can take the challenge in the “High & Low Climbing Park”, play mini-golf, hike the mountains or go fishing. Hunting in the nearby wilderness is also available. Rent a room or an entire holiday home, and dine on delicious home-cooked meals in the café. Nærbilde av mat på høyt og lavt klatrepark Krokstrand Fjellpark sett utenfra en sommerdag Krokstrand Fjellpark is situated in a scenic spot near highway E6, just south of Saltfjellet and the Arctic Circle and about 60 km north of Mo i Rana. Read More

Klokkergården - Stay in nostalgic surroundings on the island of Rødøy

At the foot of the majestic mountain called Rødøyløva, is the stately Klokkergården, a sexton’s residence that dates back to 1904. Here you can enjoy warm hospitality in surroundings that recall a bygone era. Accommodation Every guestroom at Klokkergården is unique and tells its own story. In the old sexton’s residence you can choose between five different rooms. Two of these have a private bathroom, while the other three share a bathroom in the hallway. If you stay in the building called Kårstua, you have the choice between the upstairs or downstairs apartment. Both offer two bedrooms and a total of five beds, a living room, kitchen and bathroom. Until 1968, Klokkergården served as Rødøy’s boarding school. Later it was even used as a barn, and fell into such disrepair that the reigning opinion was that the smartest thing would be to burn it to the ground. But its fate took an unexpected turn! Malin Arntsen and her family decided to save the once-stately building and restore it to its former glory. Today it stands as splendid testimony to their determination and a symbol of their belief that “nothing is impossible”. Read More