Andoy

Travel Guide

Andoy which includes mountains and mist or fog
Andoy which includes mist or fog and mountains
Andoy which includes mountains, general coastal views and a coastal town
Andoy showing rugged coastline and mist or fog
Bleik Beach featuring a sandy beach and a coastal town
Encounters with whales, views of the northern lights and picnics beneath the midnight sun await in this northerly region of the stunning Vesterålen archipelago.

Visit Andoy to see a region blessed with a beautiful landscape of beaches, lakes, meadows and mountains. It is a place where you can enjoy wildlife watching, exciting outdoor adventures and witness some of the most spellbinding natural phenomenon on the planet.

Andoy encompasses several islands in Norway’s Vesterålen archipelago, including Andøya and parts of Hinnøya. Whatever the season, it is a magnet for lovers of the outdoors.

Stretching along a section of the region’s western coastline is the 36-mile (58-kilometer) long Andøya National Tourist Route. It links the villages of AndenesOpens in a new window and Bjørnskiin and lends itself to scenic drives and bike rides.

In summer, go hiking in the peaks of Ramnan and Måtind. Fish for salmon, trout and cod in the fjords, lakes, rivers and at sea. Traverse woodland trails on a mountain bike. Experience the Midnight Sun, a period of 24-hour daylight between mid-May and mid-July. Have a midnight and sunlit barbecue or picnic at beaches such as Bleik BeachOpens in a new window. It is flanked by the fishing hamlet of Bleik from where you can book puffin-spotting trips to Bleiksøya Island.

During the winter, try cross-country skiing and snow trekking at Åse and go dogsledding across snow-covered meadows. Be dazzled as the northern lights illuminate the sky with a kaleidoscope of streaking lights. The best time to see this spectacle is from September to March.

Join a whale watching boat excursion for the chance to spot numerous whale species, including sperm whales, pilot whales and minke whales. The Whale CenterOpens in a new window in Andenes is one of Andoy’s key departure points for whale safaris and it also has a whale museum. While in Andenes, visit the Polar Museum and Andøya Space Center. Here, you can learn about Norway’s space missions.

Reach Andoy by flying to Andøya Airport from a handful of airports on the Norwegian mainland, including those at TromsøOpens in a new window and Bodø. You can also arrive by bus from LeknesOpens in a new window, SortlandOpens in a new window and Tromsø, and there are ferry connections to the region. Get around its scenic and cultural treasures via buses or travel along the quiet roads by rented bike or car.

Andenes Suite Hotel
Andenes Suite Hotel
3 out of 5
17 Roald Amundsensgate, Andoy, Nordland
The price is €181 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
€181
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Andenes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour health club. Popular attractions Polar Museum and Whale Center are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2024

Andenes Suite Hotel
Grønnbuene
Grønnbuene
2.5 out of 5
Hamnegata, Andenes, Andoy
The price is €166 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
€166
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Andenes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Polar Museum and Whale Center are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (142 reviews)
Ok for a night.
"Only stayed one night. Was very comfortable but the kitchen and it's equipment was very minimal despite there being space for more worktop and there was no proper table. Bit surprised there was no TV. The beds were comfy and the bathroom very nice. Handy for the ferry and free parking."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2024

Grønnbuene
Hotell Marena
Hotell Marena
3 out of 5
Storgt. 15, Andoy
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Andenes. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Polar Museum and Whale Center ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (221 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with lovely staff in a fabulous setting, can't ask for any more"

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2018

Hotell Marena
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Bleik Sea Cabins
Bleik Sea Cabins
3.5 out of 5
Fiskeværsveien, Andoy
Stay at this 3.5-star beach cabin in Andoy. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Bleik Beach and Røyken are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Bleik sea cabins
"Det var veldig bra. Nydelig beliggenhet og fin sea cabin med bra fasiliteter. Ser at det kanskje skal males utvendig. Håper det kan males i farger som harmonerer mer med husene i området. Det er jo så vakkert og idyllisk der i Bleik."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2024

Bleik Sea Cabins
Lankanholmen Sea Cabins
Lankanholmen Sea Cabins
3 out of 5
Hamnegata, Andoy
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Andenes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and concierge services. Popular attractions Polar Museum and Whale Center are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (26 reviews)
"Excellent cabin, beautiful views right on the sea. Only small inconvenience, you must check in at a hotel that isn’t adjacent to the property, it’s a 15 min walk or 5 minute drive. Otherwise it was a great stay, well sized kitchen for making meals with all you need. Close to grocery stores and restaurants. ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2024

Lankanholmen Sea Cabins
Apartment 201 - Andenes Whale Safari Apartments
Apartment 201 - Andenes Whale Safari Apartments
Nordland
Stay at this condo in Andenes. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and balconies. Popular attractions Polar Museum and Whale Center are located nearby.
Apartment 201 - Andenes Whale Safari Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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