Want to sleep by the Sommarøy coast rather than make a day trip from Tromsø? Start with the island’s full-service hotel if you want meals on site. For a more independent stay, compare the guesthouse, cabin and apartment below. The fifth option is in nearby Buvik, so check the route before booking.
Accommodation shortlist
5 places to compare
Compare location, accommodation type and facilities. Nightly prices show the lowest verified rate found in the next 90 days when enough dates have been checked.
The island’s established hotel offers rooms, a restaurant and sauna access. Some room categories face the sea; the view and any paid wellness access depend on the exact option.
A small beachfront guesthouse with a communal kitchen and lounge. Its own listing describes small bedrooms and shared toilets and bathrooms, so it suits guests comfortable with a social lodge format.
A one-bedroom cabin with a private bathroom, kitchen and terrace. It is a small whole-property rental, so it offers a different experience from a staffed hotel.
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The useful first choice
Choose the service level before the view
Sommarøy Arctic Hotel is the straightforward choice for a hotel room and restaurant. Confirm whether your selected rate includes breakfast and which facilities cost extra.
Ecolodge Båthuset 69Nord has a shared kitchen and shared bathrooms; Cabin Aurora Borealis and Sommarøya Beach Apartment are self-catering choices with different space and occupancy.
Buvik Sea Lodge is a separate Kvaløya base, not on Sommarøy. Check the actual road journey, food plan and winter conditions for every stay.
Common questions
FAQ – Best places to stay in Sommarøy
Are all five places hotels on Sommarøy?+
No. Only Sommarøy Arctic Hotel is a conventional hotel. The other island choices are a guesthouse, cabin and apartment; Buvik Sea Lodge is a nearby Kvaløya alternative.
Which Sommarøy stay is easiest without a kitchen?+
Start with Sommarøy Arctic Hotel for its on-site restaurant. Check the meal opening hours and the exact room rate before relying on it.
Do I need a car to stay in Sommarøy?+
A car gives more flexibility for food, arrival and coastal stops. If you plan to use a bus or transfer, confirm the timetable and final walk for your dates, especially for a late arrival.
Can I see the northern lights from these stays?+
A darker coastal setting can help, but cloud and auroral activity determine visibility. No room or property can guarantee a sighting.
How are the nightly prices chosen?+
When enough one-night rates are available, we show the lowest verified price found for two adults among checked dates in the next 90 days. Enter your own dates on Booking.com to confirm the full total and cancellation terms.
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Property details were reviewed on 14 October 2026. Guest scores and review counts are dated Booking.com observations. Nightly prices, when shown, are refreshed from verified one-night searches across the next 90 days. Recheck the selected unit, current rate and booking conditions before paying.