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The Angler's House

A shared house at Ballstadlandet with six room types from a 10 m² single to a quadruple, shared bathrooms and a shared kitchen. It is run by Kræmmervika Rorbuer and scores 7.8 on Booking.com.

Last verified 16 September 2026

Hostel in Ballstad

This is a room-by-room stay rather than a cabin let: six room types in one house, from a 10 m² single to a quadruple, with a twin at 18 m² and two doubles at 12 and 14 m². Bathrooms are shared, and so is the kitchen, so guests cook and wash alongside each other.

It stands at Ballstadlandet, on the far side of the harbour from Ballstad village, among the rorbuer that Kræmmervika Rorbuer runs. Sea views come with some rooms rather than all of them, and there is a garden.

The score is 7.8 from 130 reviewers, which is worth weighing against the price for a bed in a village where whole cabins run to several times as much. Free parking, free WiFi and a check-in window that stays open until 23:00 are the practical draws.

Why stay here

A single or twin room within reach of Ballstad harbour, with a shared kitchen and free parking, at hostel rather than cabin prices.

Who it’s for

Solo travellers, anglers and pairs who want a bed and a kitchen rather than a house. Anyone wanting a private bathroom should look elsewhere: bathrooms here are shared, and so is the kitchen.

Highlights

  • Six room types, from a 10 m² single to a quadruple
  • Shared kitchen and shared bathrooms
  • Sea views from some rooms
  • Garden
  • Free parking and WiFi
  • Run by Kræmmervika Rorbuer at Ballstadlandet

Things to consider

Bathrooms and the kitchen are shared, and sea views come with selected rooms only. Upper floors are reached by stairs only, although some units are on the ground floor. Check-in runs from 15:00 to 23:00 and check-out from 06:00 to 11:00. No cot or extra bed can be added, pets are not accepted, parties are not allowed, and the house is not let to hen or stag groups. The Booking.com score is 7.8.

The accommodation

Six room types: a Double Room with Shared Bathroom at 14 m², a Twin Room with Shared Bathroom at 18 m², a Standard Single Room with Shared Bathroom at 10 m², a Small Double Room at 12 m², a Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom and a Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom, the last two without a stated size. Bathrooms are shared, each with a hairdryer and a shower; towels and linen are provided.

Room typeSleepsBeds and layout
Double Room with Shared BathroomNot stated1 bed; 14 m²
Twin Room with Shared BathroomNot stated2 beds; 18 m²
Standard Single Room with Shared BathroomNot stated1 bed; 10 m²
Small Double RoomNot stated1 bed; 12 m²
Standard Twin Room with Shared BathroomNot stated2 beds; size not stated
Quadruple Room with Shared BathroomNot stated2 beds; size not stated

Accessibility

Some units are on the ground floor; upper floors are reached by stairs only.

Facilities

  • Sea view
  • Kitchen
  • Self-catering
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking

Shared kitchen, shared bathroom with a shower, heating, carpeted rooms, a clothes rack and a wardrobe. A garden outside, with sea and mountain views from some rooms. WiFi and on-site parking are both free and the house is non-smoking.

Self-catering in a shared kitchen. No meals are listed on the Booking.com listing, and no restaurant or bar is recorded at the property.

Location

Ballstadlandet, across the harbour from Ballstad on Vestvågøy. Kartverket places it within the Ballstad built-up area, about 700 metres from the centre in a straight line, among the rorbuer of Kræmmervika.

Ballstadlandet 124, 8373 Ballstad, Norway

Distances the listing gives

  • Leknes Airport: 10 km
  • Lofotenmat Sa: 8.2 km
  • Vestvågøy Rådhus: 11 km
  • Nusfjord: 33 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 10 km from the house, Lofotenmat Sa as 8.2 km, Vestvågøy Rådhus as 11 km and Nusfjord as 33 km. Parking on site is free.

Questions

Where is The Angler's House?
The Angler's House is listed in Ballstad, Lofoten. The page’s location is based on the map position supplied with its Booking.com listing.
What kind of rooms does The Angler's House have?
Six types in one house: a single of 10 m², two doubles of 12 and 14 m², a twin of 18 m², a standard twin and a quadruple. Most are listed with a shared bathroom.
How do I check availability for The Angler's House?
Use the Booking.com link on this page to see current dates, available accommodation options and booking terms for The Angler's House.
Does The Angler's House have private bathrooms?
No. Bathrooms are shared, with a hairdryer and a shower in each, and the kitchen is shared too.
Is there a kitchen at The Angler's House?
Yes, a shared one. No meals are listed and there is no restaurant or bar at the property, so guests cook for themselves.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Angler's House?
Check-in is between 15:00 and 23:00 and check-out between 06:00 and 11:00. There is no minimum age for check-in.
Who runs The Angler's House?
Kræmmervika Rorbuer, whose own site lists the house at Ballstadlandet 124 and says its staff speak English, Norwegian, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese.
Can I bring a pet to The Angler's House?
No. Pets are not accepted, parties are not allowed, and no cot or extra bed can be added.
Which airport is nearest to The Angler's House?
In a straight line, the nearest airport is Leknes Airport (LKN), about 9.6 km away. The distance by road is longer.
Does The Angler's House have Wi-Fi?
Yes. The sources for this page list Wi-Fi at The Angler's House.
Is there parking at The Angler's House?
Yes. The sources for this page list parking at The Angler's House.
What is The Angler's House's guest rating?
The Angler's House is rated 7.8 out of 10 on Booking.com from 130 reviews, as checked on 17 September 2026. Ratings change as new reviews come in.

Sources

Details last verified 16 September 2026.