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Classic Volkswagen Westfalia and Mercedes Düdo Overland Cabin, Central Svolvær

Beds inside a classic Volkswagen Westfalia camper or a Mercedes Düdo overland cabin, parked on Roald Amundsens gate in the middle of Svolvær. Bathrooms are shared, and there is no parking for guests.

Last verified 16 September 2026

Place to stay in Svolvær

Rather than a room in a building, this stay puts you in a classic Volkswagen Westfalia van or a Mercedes Düdo converted for overland travel, stationed at Roald Amundsens gate 11 in central Svolvær. The listing's title mentions public showers and toilets close by, and the bathroom is shared.

Booking.com offers four options: a double room and two budget doubles, each around 7 m² with one bed, and a basic triple with three beds. Units come with heating, a fan, a desk or seating area, bed linen and towels, and WiFi at no charge.

The location is the draw. Svolvær Torg and the Nordnorsk Kunstnersenter art centre are each listed at 200 metres.

Why stay here

It puts you 200 metres from Svolvær's square, with budget doubles among the options, in a converted vehicle rather than a conventional room.

Who it’s for

Adults travelling light who are comfortable with a very small sleeping space and shared washing facilities, and who are arriving without a car. Children are not accepted.

Highlights

  • Sleep in a classic VW Westfalia or a Mercedes Düdo overland cabin
  • Svolvær Torg listed at 200 metres
  • Double, budget double and basic triple options
  • Free WiFi, heating and a fan

Things to consider

Bathrooms are shared and the listing mentions public washrooms nearby. There is no parking. Units are about 7 m². Children are not allowed, and there are no cots or extra beds. Check-in closes at 23:30, and the property needs your arrival time in advance. No pets, smoking, parties or hen and stag groups.

The accommodation

Four options on Booking.com: a Double Room (7 m², 1 bed), two Budget Double Rooms (7 m², 1 bed each) and a Basic Triple Room with 3 beds. The listing does not say which vehicle each option uses. Bed linen and towels are provided; all units are at ground level.

UnitSleepsBeds and layout
Double RoomNot stated1 bed; 7 m²; shared bathroom
Budget Double RoomNot stated1 bed; 7 m²; shared bathroom (two of these are listed)
Basic Triple RoomNot stated3 beds; shared bathroom

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi

Free WiFi, heating, a fan, a socket by the bed, a desk and a seating area. Toilets and showers are shared. No unit allows smoking.

No kitchen or breakfast is listed.

Location

Roald Amundsens gate 11, in central Svolvær about 400 metres from Kartverket's reference point for the town, with views over the town. Svolvær Torg and Nordnorsk Kunstnersenter are both listed at 200 metres.

Roald Amundsens gate 11, 8300 Svolvær, Norway

Distances the listing gives

  • Nordnorsk Kunstnersenter: 200 metres
  • Svolvær Torg: 200 metres
  • Svolværgeita: 2.4 km
  • Fiskerkona: 2.7 km
  • Galleri Espolin: 7 km
  • Leknes Airport: 68 km

As the property’s sources state them, not measured by this guide.

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Getting there

Booking.com gives Leknes Airport as 68 km away. Svolværgeita is listed at 2.4 km and Fiskerkona at 2.7 km.

Questions

Is there parking at the Volkswagen Westfalia and Mercedes Düdo cabin in Svolvær?
No. The listing states there is no parking, so it suits guests arriving without a car.
Do the vans in central Svolvær have their own bathroom?
No. Bathrooms are shared, and the listing mentions public washrooms close by.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in runs from 15:00 to 23:30 and check-out is by 12:00. Tell the property your arrival time in advance.
Can children stay in the Volkswagen Westfalia or Mercedes Düdo cabin?
No. Children are not allowed, and there are no cots or extra beds.
Where in Svolvær are the vans parked?
At Roald Amundsens gate 11 in the town centre. Booking.com lists Svolvær Torg and Nordnorsk Kunstnersenter at 200 metres each.
Where is Classic Volkswagen Westfalia and Mercedes Düdo Overland Cabin, Central Svolvær?
Classic Volkswagen Westfalia and Mercedes Düdo Overland Cabin, Central Svolvær is a place to stay in Svolvær, in Lofoten. Its address is Roald Amundsens gate 11, 8300 Svolvær, Norway.
Which airport is nearest to Classic Volkswagen Westfalia and Mercedes Düdo Overland Cabin, Central Svolvær?
In a straight line, the nearest airport is Svolvær Airport (SVJ), about 4.5 km away. The distance by road is longer.
Does Classic Volkswagen Westfalia and Mercedes Düdo Overland Cabin, Central Svolvær have Wi-Fi?
Yes. The sources for this page list Wi-Fi at Classic Volkswagen Westfalia and Mercedes Düdo Overland Cabin, Central Svolvær.
What is Classic Volkswagen Westfalia and Mercedes Düdo Overland Cabin, Central Svolvær's guest rating?
Classic Volkswagen Westfalia and Mercedes Düdo Overland Cabin, Central Svolvær is rated 7.9 out of 10 on Booking.com from 87 reviews, as checked on 16 September 2026. Ratings change as new reviews come in.

Sources

Details last verified 16 September 2026.