Hostel Røvær
Røvær
5549 Røvær
Norway
Tel.
+ 47 920 96 107
Customer Rating
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This hostel is a seasonal hostel, which means it is not open all year and has seaonal opening times. Please keep this is mind when checking avaliability. Welcome to Hostel Røvær based in the Fjords region of Norway. This cosy red sea housel is located at the port, right next to the local store and the boat stop. Hostel Røvær is a wonderful premises filled with history and character, the perfect destination for travellers looking to experience the Norwegian landscape through activities such as hiking, boating and fishing.
The island community of Røvær consists of the islands Urd, Hillerøy, and Røvær. Traditionally the 100 inhabitants made their living through agriculture, navigation and fishing, but trade, transport and tourism are now employing more people as well.
In july there is a small cafè in the house, it's open from 12 -18 every day during this month. Here you will find traditional dumplings served on tuesdays, thursdays and sundays. We also have "the catch of the day" on the menu those days we catch fish in our nets. Guest may join us in the boat in the mornings to get the nets, for free. Canoes, kayak boats and fishing gear are available for hire.
The island community of Røvær consists of the islands Urd, Hillerøy, and Røvær. Traditionally the 100 inhabitants made their living through agriculture, navigation and fishing, but trade, transport and tourism are now employing more people as well.
In july there is a small cafè in the house, it's open from 12 -18 every day during this month. Here you will find traditional dumplings served on tuesdays, thursdays and sundays. We also have "the catch of the day" on the menu those days we catch fish in our nets. Guest may join us in the boat in the mornings to get the nets, for free. Canoes, kayak boats and fishing gear are available for hire.
Hostel bed capacity
| Beds per room: |  |
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Total beds |
| Number of rooms: | 2 | 4 | 32 |
Opening times
| Opening times (daily/weekly): | 24h |
| Opening times (over the year): | 20.06.2011 - 20.08.2011 |
Street Map and Route Planning
Directions
| Bus: | The bus-station is located close to the center of Haugesund town, in east. Approximatly 20 minuts walk down to the ferry. You can also easily get a taxi at the bus-station. Shuttle from the airport : http://www.flybussen.no/haugesund/index.asp?lang=ENG |
| Parking: | Parking spaces are available close to the dock Indre Kai in Haugesund. |
| Location: | Discover the hospitality of the car free island Røvær by taking the 25 minute-boat which leaves Haugesund 8-9 times a day from Indre Kai (the dock in the center of Haugesund) Timetable for the boat at http://www.rovar.no/node/36 The hostel is located close by the dock in Røvær , where the boat arrives. |
| Airport: | Haugesund Airport is located appr. 30 minutes drive from the ferry. http://www.avinor.no/en/airport/haugesund |
Attractions
 | Cultural centre nearby | | Museums/art galleries nearby |
| Historical sites nearby | | River/harbour/lake nearby |
| Hiking area | | Main attractions nearby |
| Restaurants nearby | | Hostel with a difference |
| Leisure facilities nearby | | Beach at or near hostel |
Facilities
 | Family rooms available |  | Hostel open 24h |
 | Sheets for hire |  | Self-catering kitchen |
 | Groups welcome |  | Common room(s) |
 | Laundry facilities |  | Internet access |
 | Credit card accepted |  | Meals available |
 | Individual traveller welcome |  | Luggage Store |
 | Non smoking room/area |  | Basic store available at or near the hostel |
 | Garden |  | Playground |
 | BBQ |
Customer Reviews Røvær
| 08 Aug 2012 Ulla, Sweden | 100% | |
| Very nice and cosy right near the harbour of Rövaer, where the comes. | ||
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