Planning a weekend or a longer holiday? The Haugesund region offers a variety of places to stay - from fjordside accommodation, historic houses and cabins by the sea.
Along the coastline around Haugesund, you will find several places that bring you right up close to the ocean.
In Sveio, 30 minutes north of the city, you will find Flokehyttene - small, architect-designed cabins set with views of the sea. Four of the cabins accommodate up to five guests, while the largest sleeps ten and is adapted for wheelchair users. Here, you stay with the sea just outside your window, feeling the weather and the coastal elements first-hand.
Further south on Karmøy, you will find Panoramahyttene at Sandhåland. Three modern cabins with kitchen, bathroom and large windows framing the sea views. A great place to slow down and use as a base while exploring the region.
For a completely different coastal experience, you can stay in the former lighthouse keeper’s residence at Ryvarden. The lighthouse is spectacularly located on the outer edge of the coast and offers an experience that is just as atmospheric in calm weather as it is when the wind is strong.
As you travel inland in the Haugesund region, the landscape opens up into fjords that offer both tranquillity and adventure.
At the very end of Åkrafjorden, you will find the glamping domes “Bjødnasete” and “Padl” (Åkrafjorden Gamping), located on a small rocky ledge overlooking the fjord. Here, you wake up to fjord view, birdsong, fresh air and steep mountain sides right outside your door.
Close to Åkrafjordtunet, you will find the Micro Cabins – a good choice if you prefer a simple yet modern cabin experience. Breakfast can be delivered to your door, and there is easy access to scenic hikes and outdoor activities.
Nearby are the Fivelandsneset Fjordhytter, spacious and modern cabins with panoramic windows facing the fjord. A great option for couples and small groups of friends who want to combine views, tranquillity and easy access to mountain hikes.
Åkrafjorden Nature B&B, a former school building converted into a welcoming guesthouse, is ideal for those looking for an active stay. From here, you can join Via Ferrata climbing, canyoning, kayaking or cycling – or get local tips for hikes in the surrounding area.
Fugl Fønix Hotel in Etne is a small village hotel with its own restaurant and microbrewery. The hotel is well suited for guests who want to explore both fjords and mountains while staying somewhere that focuses on local ingredients and good flavours.
For those seeking a truly nature-based experience, Vannes Naturcamp is a great choice. There is no electricity or running water – water is collected from a well and showering takes place outdoors. A simple and authentic Norwegian cabin experience in the heart of nature.
Just 25 minutes by boat from Haugesund town centre lies Røvær, a small island community with fewer than 100 residents. Here, you can stay at Røvær Kulturhotell, visit the Hiltahuset museum or learn more about marine life at the Røvær Aquaculture Centre.
Utsira, around 70 minutes by boat from Haugesund, offers a mix of raw nature, street art and cultural history. Accommodation options include the lighthouse keeper’s houses, Severins Hybel, Havrommet, Sildaloftet and the small cabin Nyperosa. It is a calm and inspiring destination for those who want to escape city life and noise.
Close to Haugesund town centre, but accessible only by boat, you will also find Villa Vibrandsøy. This historic house on the island of Vibrandsøy is operated by Haugesund Trekking Association. A short boat journey takes you to a car-free, peaceful setting with scenic walking routes and views of the town and the sea.
Old Skudeneshavn is one of Norway’s best-preserved wooden towns, with white-painted houses, narrow streets and cafés. Here, you can stay at Havn Hotell by the waterfront, or choose a historic stay at Norneshuset or Gamlekaien – two buildings full of character and a calm atmosphere.
At Nesheimstunet in Nedre Vats, you stay in nostalgic surroundings on a farm that has been in the same family since the 15th century. There is easy access to hiking and fishing, and the hosts serve homemade food made from locally sourced ingredients.
You can choose to sleep in a lavvo, in the old barn, or in the 150-year-old “Oldemors hus” (Great-Grandmother’s House). And if you are there on a Friday, it is baking day – and there is a good chance you will be tempted by freshly baked bread.
If you want to combine distinctive accommodation with city life, you can start or end your holiday in Haugesund town centre. Quality Hotel Maritim offers, among other things, one of Rogaland’s best breakfasts and views over the Smedasundet strait, while Thon Hotel Saga is centrally located with easy access to shopping, cultural attractions and restaurants.
