Best Aurora Cabins in Norway 2026
Norway's aurora cabins are the sweet spot between hotel comfort and wilderness immersion — private, remote, and designed for northern lights viewing. Here are the best.
Top Aurora Cabins
1. Lyngen Lodge, Lyngen Alps
Price: £350–500/night | Aurora Score: 8/10 The gold standard. Glass-fronted suites facing the Lyngen Alps across the fjord. In-house chef, private aurora guides, and possibly the best mountain views in northern Norway. Small (just 6 rooms) and exclusive.2. Hattvika Lodge, Lofoten
Price: £200–350/night | Aurora Score: 8/10 Renovated fisherman's cabins (rorbuer) in Ballstad, Lofoten. Ocean-facing, mountains behind. The northern lights over Lofoten's peaks reflected in still fjord water — world-class photography.3. Malangen Resort, outside Tromsø
Price: £150–250/night | Aurora Score: 8/10 Aurora cabins with glass walls facing north. Sea eagle safaris, whale watching base in season. 90 minutes from Tromsø — dark enough for excellent aurora.4. Sorrisniva, Alta
Price: £150–300/night | Aurora Score: 9/10 Best known for the ice hotel, but also has riverside wilderness cabins and lavvu (Sámi tents). Alta's continental climate means some of the clearest skies in Norway.5. Camp Tamok, Tromsø region
Price: £120–200/night | Aurora Score: 8/10 Wilderness cabins in the Tamok Valley, 1.5 hours from Tromsø. Inland location = less cloud cover. Dog sledding, snowmobiling from the doorstep.6. Lofoten Rorbuer (various)
Price: £100–250/night | Aurora Score: 8/10 Traditional fisherman's cabins available across Lofoten — Reine, Hamnøy, Svolvær, Kabelvåg. Self-catering, atmospheric, and right on the water. Book direct for best prices.What to Look For
- Glass roof/wall facing north — purpose-built aurora viewing
- No light pollution — at least 20km from nearest town
- Mountain or water backdrop — for photography
- Self-catering option — Norwegian restaurants are expensive; cooking saves £50+/day
- Aurora alert system — some cabins have apps that buzz your phone when aurora appears
Booking Tips
- Book 3–6 months ahead for peak season (January–March)
- Lyngen Lodge books out fastest — reserve as early as possible
- Lofoten rorbuer have the most availability and the widest price range
- Car rental is essential for all cabin stays — £50–80/day in winter