Lyngen Lodge

A really lovely lodge in a beautiful part of Norway. The lodge has more than ample communal space, but quite small rooms (tip: we got a room with single beds to give us a bit more room). Everyone else staying the same time as us seemed to be quite similar people so everyone got on well, though if you’re not someone who likes to be social the majority of the time I think you might struggle a bit (unless you stay in your room). The food is great, a constantly changing menu of mainly local fish or meat (reindeer), & a veggie alternative if you don’t like what’s on offer & flag it in advance. Breakfast has a really wide range of different choices that puts many hotels to shame. Sauna & hot tub were very nice too. The activities included are very good, much better than I expected - particularly the husky sleds. We also did the whale tour & were lucky enough to see a pod of Orca feeding on herring for a long time. We were there for Northern Lights - which is obviously out of their control - but were lucky enough to see them every night we were there Faults? As a bloke who is 6ft 2 the shower was just miniscule & water flooded the bathroom floor as I pushed the doors open moving my arms, though the shower in the sauna was much better so I used that instead. The lodge was very (too?) warm, so indoors you’ll be fine in shorts & tshirt even when snow on the ground & below zero. Come prepared. However, no big deal at all, & delighted when that’s all I can think of on a trip that was otherwise close to perfect. The acid test: would I go again? Definitely

Having read excellent reviews, Lyngen Lodge lived up to expectations. Elisabeth, Graham and Veronica are excellent hosts, with a great team. Thank you especially to Jenna and Camille. The comfortable lodge is in a fabulous location, with superb views of the fjord and Lyngen Alps. Sauna, jacuzzi and fjord made for great relaxation, and every meal was delicious. Our time spent exploring the local area by boat was fun, and the other guests, part of a yoga retreat made for a most enjoyable stay. I feel revived and refreshed, and will endeavour to visit the lodge in the not too distant future.

I have been trying to find the words to explain my experience but I still struggle. The other 5 star reviews you will read about Lyngen Lodge are not an exaggeration - everything is REAL. The biggest shout-out goes to the entire staff who are so well trained and exceptional there is no doubt they truly love what they do. The lodge is located in one of the most remote and magnificent places on earth with the most extraordinary views. You will see the Northern Lights, go on an Orca safari, do some dogsledding and a whole host of other winter based activities. Everything is so perfectly planned you don’t have to worry about anything. Veronika and Graham truly run an excellent business. Be prepared to meet the most inspiring and well travelled guests during your time at the lodge. I will not easily forget the people I met on this trip. Phew!! Thank you so much Lyngen Lodge!