Hurtigruten MS Vesterålen
Overview
An intimate voyage along the Norwegian coast
Named after our first coastal steamship of 1893, MS Vesterålen keeps alive the spirit, craftsmanship and working rhythm that defined the earliest Coastal Express sailings.
Her 2025 refurbishment refreshed 100 cabins and introduced new Arctic Superiors and Mini Suites, while preserving her classic character that features plenty of polished brass and wood. Traditional décor and curated classical Norwegian art create the feeling of sailing aboard a floating gallery of coastal culture.
With around half the passenger capacity of our larger ships, life on board feels personal and unhurried. Guests enjoy closer access to the crew, with organised bridge visits and informal talks that offer insight into navigation and daily life on a working coastal ship.
Expedition Suite | Mini suite on upper deck
Our refurbished mini suites sleep up to 2 guests and have separate bedroom with double bed, ample storage, seating area, TV, and coffee and tea facilities.
Arctic Superior | Large double on low deck with limited view
This spacious L-shaped cabin features a comfortable layout with one double bed and one bunk bed. It includes a seating area with a sofa and a fridge. The cabin has windows, though they offer little to no view.
Arctic Superior | Double on middle or upper deck with window
These comfortable, refurbished outside cabins for up to 2 people have a double bed, TV, hair dryer and coffee and tea facilities. Please note that some cabins may experience noise.
Polar Outside | Twin on lower or upper deck with window (restricted view)
These comfortable outside cabins for up to 2 people have twin beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and a chair and desk. All come with a window for natural light, but the view is limited.
Polar Outside | Twin on lower deck with porthole
These standard outside cabins for up to 2 people have bunk beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and a chair with desk. All come with porthole. Cabins 314 and 316 have an inter-connecting door, making them a good option for families.
Polar Outside | Triple on lower deck with porthole
These comfortable outside cabins for up to 3 people have separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa, a chair, and a porthole.
Please note cabin 301 may experience noise.
Polar Outside | Quadruple on lower deck with porthole
These comfortable outside cabins for up to 4 people on the middle or lower decks have bunk beds and a chair. Some have a double bed and bunk beds, sofa, and a chair.
Polar Outside | Accessible cabin on lower deck with window
Two wheelchair-accessible rooms for up to 5 people. These spacious cabins have wider doors, and accessible WC. One has double bed, pullman and a single bed. One has bunk beds, sofa, and chair.
Polar Outside | Wheelchair accessible cabin for up to 3 travellers
Wheelchair accessible cabin for up to three people with wider door, accessible WC and adjusted bed. This comfortable outside cabin on the middle deck have upper and lower berths.
(We have a limited number of wheelchair accessible cabins, so we ask that they are booked by guests who require these cabins. Please inform us in advance of your disability - you will find Hurtigruten contact information on the Booking Confirmation document.)
Polar Inside | Twin on middle or upper deck
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up 2 people have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa, private bathroom, a chair and desk, and a hairdryer. Many of the rooms are interconnected, making them a good choice for families.
Polar Inside | Single on upper deck
These comfortable standard inside cabins are ideal for solo travellers on a budget, with single bed, private bathroom and chair and desk.
Polar Inside | Twin on lower deck
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to 2 people have separate beds (one of which converts into a sofa), private bathroom and chair and desk. Please note that these cabins may experience noise and vibration.
Torget
Our main restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in a relaxed setting. Evening meals are offered as buffet or set menus, depending on the day’s sailing.
Brygga
An informal bistro serving lighter Nordic-inspired dishes, fresh salads and comforting classics – ideal for easy, casual dining throughout the day.
Explorer Lounge & Bar
In the Fyret Panorama Lounge on deck 7, you can enjoy Norwegian aquavit, international beers, and classic drinks while listening to other peoples’ tales and admiring the beautiful view.
Trollfjord Lounge
Trollfjord Lounge can be found on Deck 5.
Shopping
Selling souvenirs, knitwear, books, postcards, postage stamps and a limited supply of toiletries.
Library
The books are in a variety of languages including Norwegian, German and English, also there are game tables available to play cards and chess.
Reception
The Reception can be loacted on Deck 3.
Sauna and Fitness Room
Keep active in the fitness room before enjoying a soothing steam in the sauna.
Deck 7
Explorer Lounge & Bar
Deck 6
- Observation Deck
Deck 5
- Trollfjord Lounge
- Inside Cabins
- Outside Cabins
- Expedition Suites
Deck 4
- Expedition Team
- Fitness
- Play Corner
- Shop
- Brygga Bistro
- Torget Restaurant
- Inside Cabins
- Arctic Superior
Deck 3
- Reception
- Gangway
- Luggage
- Laundry
- Inside Cabins
- Outside Cabins
Deck 2
- Car Deck
- Car Lift
- Inside Cabins
- Outside Cabins
- Arctic Superior
Deck 1
- Inside Cabins