ms vesterålen

MS Vesterålen

MS Vesterålen is one of the oldest and smallest ships, named an archipelago in Nordland country, to the north of Lofoten. Vesterålen was also the name of the first Original Coastal Express steamship from 1893.

Fresh and lightly refurbished in 2019 and again in 2022, MS Vesterålen has bright, informal public areas and lounges throughout. The last refurbishment included upgrading 32 outside cabins to Arctic Superior standard with double beds, rebuilding 4 cabins into 2 mini suites, upgrading the restaurant, the café, the reception area, and the gym, in addition to giving Trollfjord lounge a new look and feel.

On a journey with MS Vesterålen, you will have a "behind the scenes" focus where the guests will get an opportunity to get closer to the Hurtigruten heritage, emphasizing maritime operations, logistics and hotel operations. With a focus on edutainment and engaging activities, Hurtigruten will provide guests with an in-depth knowledge of the different departments and the interaction between them. To book the best cabin and get some inside advice, contact the experts at Cruise Norway.

Launch year
1983
Refit year
2022
Length
108 meters
Speed
17 knots
Max. capacity
490

Upcoming expeditions

Cabins

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hurtigruten coastal express suite ms vesteralen hgr 159300 photo tor farstad
hurtigruten coastal express suite ms vesteralen hgr 159299 photo tor farstad

Q2: Expedition Suite | Mini Suite for up to 2 travellers

These refurbished suites situated on the upper deck have separate bedroom, double bed, chair, TV, and coffee and tea facilities.

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hurtigruten coastal express arctic superior ms vesteralen hgr 159296 photo tor farstad

U2D: Arctic Superior | Upper deck for up to 2 travellers

These comfortable, refurbished outside cabins for up to 2 people on the upper decks have a double bed, a small desk, a chair, TV, and coffee and tea facilities.

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hurtigruten coastal express arctic superior ms vesteralen hgr 159296 photo tor farstad

USPD: Arctic Superior | Upper deck for up to 2 travellers

These comfortable, refurbished outside cabins for up to 2 people on the upper decks have a double bed, a small desk, a chair, TV, and coffee and tea facilities.

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J2: Polar Outside | Middle deck for 2 travellers

These comfortable outside cabins for up to 2 people on the upper or middle decks have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and a chair. Some cabins have limited or no view.

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hurtigruten ms vesteralen polar outside n2 2 agurtxane concellon

N2: Polar Outside | Middle deck for 2 travellers

These standard outside cabins for up to 2 people on the middle decks have bunk beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and a chair.

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O3: Polar Outside | Upper deck for 3 travellers

These comfortable outside cabins for up to 3 people on the middle decks have separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.

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UNT3: Polar Outside | Upper deck for 3 travellers

These comfortable outside cabins for up to 3 people on the middle decks have separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.

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USPT: Polar Outside | Upper deck for 3 travellers

These comfortable outside cabins for up to 3 people on the middle decks have separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.

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L4: Polar Outside | Lower deck for 4 travellers

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. The cabins have portholes with limited view.

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hurtigruten coastal express ms vesteralen polar outside hgr 130007 photo agurtxane concellon

SD3: Polar Outside | Accessible cabin on lower deck

Two wheelchair accessible rooms for up to 5 people on deck 3. 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.

hurtigruten coastal express ms vesteralen polar outside hgr 130008 photo agurtxane concellon
hurtigruten coastal express ms vesteralen polar outside hgr 130007 photo agurtxane concellon

SD: Polar Outside | Accessible cabin on lower deck

Two wheelchair accessible rooms for up to 5 people on deck 3. 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.

hurtigruten coastal express ms vesteralen polar outside hgr 130008 photo agurtxane concellon
hurtigruten coastal express ms vesteralen polar outside hgr 130007 photo agurtxane concellon

USD3: Polar Outside | Accessible cabin on lower deck

Two wheelchair accessible rooms for up to 5 people on deck 3. 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.

hurtigruten ms vesteralen polar inside k2 agurtxane concellon

K2: Polar Inside | Upper or middle deck for up to 2 travellers

These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up 2 people on the middle or upper decks have separate beds or bunk beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and chair. Some have a hairdryer.

hurtigruten ms vesteralen polar inside k2 agurtxane concellon

USPI: Polar Inside | Upper or middle deck for up to 2 travellers

These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up 2 people on the middle or upper decks have separate beds or bunk beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and chair. Some have a hairdryer.

hurtigruten ms vesteralen polar inside k2 agurtxane concellon

UNI3: Polar Inside | Upper or middle deck for up to 2 travellers

These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up 2 people on the middle or upper decks have separate beds or bunk beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and chair. Some have a hairdryer.

hurtigruten ms vesteralen polar inside k2 agurtxane concellon

UNI1: Polar Inside | Upper or middle deck for up to 2 travellers

These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up 2 people on the middle or upper decks have separate beds or bunk beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and chair. Some have a hairdryer.

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K1: Polar Inside | Upper deck for 1 traveller

These comfortable standard inside cabins for one person are on the upper deck.

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I2: Polar Inside | Middle deck for 2 travellers

These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people on the lower, middle or upper decks have separate beds (one of which converts into a sofa) or bunk beds.

Restaurants

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Restaurant

Passengers are requested to go to the restaurant on embarkation to make their table reservation. The usual meal times are: breakfast from 08.00 to 10.00 hours (open sitting); lunch from 13.00 hours (open sitting); dinner from 18.00 hours (set seating). During high season, there may be several sittings, the times of which will be shown on board. Full board begins with a buffet dinner on departure from Bergen and ends with brunch on the arrival day back in Bergen. The food is Norwegian and breakfast is buffet style with a selection of cold meats, cheese, eggs, cereals and fruit. Lunch is the famous Cold Table with a choice of fish dishes, cold meats, salads, a selection of hot dishes, desserts and fruit. Dinner is a three-course set meal; there is not usually a choice of menu. Occasionally the Cold Table may be served in the evening and the set meal at lunch time. All vessels are fully licensed.

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Kafé Galleriet

On deck 4, Kafé Galleriet serves traditional ‘husmannskost’ - home-cooked dishes such as our signature burger and famous shrimp sandwich, soup of the day, sirloin steak, and grilled salmon, plus desserts and sweet cakes. Juices, soft drinks, and wine are also available.

Entertainment

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Fyret Panorama Lounge

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.

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Trollfjord Lounge

Trollfjord Lounge can be found on Deck 5.

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Shopping

Selling souvenirs, knitwear, books, postcards, postage stamps and a limited supply of toiletries.

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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.

Health & Fitness

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Sauna and Fitness Room

Keep active in the fitness room before enjoying a soothing steam in the sauna.

Deck plans

Deck 7

deck 7

Deck 6

deck 6

Deck 5

deck 5

Deck 4

deck 4

Deck 3

deck 3

Deck 2

deck 2

Deck 1

deck 1

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