Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten

Property class: 2
Hostel near The Lofoten Museum in Vagan

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Double or Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Mountain View, Oceanfront
A narrow hallway with wooden walls, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchen with appliances, and a fire extinguisher on the wall.
Hiking
A room with wooden paneling, a black bench, a coat rack, and framed historical photos on the wall.
A kitchen with wooden walls, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a door leading to another room.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Steinveien 11, 8310 Kabelvåg, Norway, Vagan, Nordland, 8310
  • Place, The Lofoten Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Espolin Gallery
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, The Lofoten Aquarium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Leknes (LKN)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

Double or Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Mountain View, Oceanfront

  • Mountain view
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Kabelvag

Oceanside stay.You'll find The Lofoten Museum and The Lofoten Aquarium within 2 miles (3 km) of this hostel. Lofoten War Memorial Museum and Svolvaergeita are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • The Lofoten Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Espolin Gallery - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The Lofoten Aquarium - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Henningsvaer Bridge - 18 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Svolvaergeita - 19 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Svolvaer (SVJ-Helle) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bacalao - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Brasseriet - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Telegrafen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ni Hao - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Skårungen Café - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten

Hostel near The Lofoten Museum in Vagan
Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten also features laundry facilities, express check-out, and a communal living room. Self parking is free.

This Vagan hostel is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten offers 7 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in June 2026.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 detached shared bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten to the airport?

Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten is 7 mi (16-min drive) away from the Svolvaer (SVJ-Helle) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten.

How close is Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten to the beach?

This hostel is 7.3 mi (15-min drive) from Rorvika and 11.4 mi (142-min drive) from Hattvika Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten offer free breakfast?

Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten have a pool?

Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten does not have a pool.

Does Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten to downtown Vagan?

Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten is 0.2 mi away from Kabelvag.

Astra Whale - Waterfront Boutique Hostel in Lofoten Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

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