Family Stays in Tromsø: Space, Location & Arctic Fun
Updated 8 November 2026 · 57 real hotels
Tromsø offers families a strong mix of spacious apartments and whole holiday homes, many with top guest scores, spread across the city and the surrounding fjord landscape. Prioritise properties with parking and multiple bedrooms to keep logistics simple in this Arctic destination. Rates range from around 183 to 558 euros per night depending on size, location and standing.
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Planning a family trip to Tromsø means balancing the thrill of Arctic experiences, think northern lights, whale watching and dog sledding, with the practical need for enough space, a kitchen and reliable transport links. The city itself sits on a compact island connected by bridge and tunnel to the mainland, so whether you book in central Tromsø or in the broader Lyngen and Storsteinnes area, you are rarely far from the main attractions. Whole apartments and holiday homes dominate the family-friendly end of the market here, letting you cook meals, spread out luggage and keep younger travellers on a flexible schedule.
The options below cover a range of budgets and settings. Centrally located apartments in Tromsø put families within walking distance of the Polaria aquarium, the Tromsø University Museum and the city waterfront. Countryside holiday homes in Storsteinnes and Olderdalen trade urban convenience for dramatic fjord scenery and quieter surroundings, ideal if outdoor exploration is your main goal. All eight properties listed carry guest scores of 4.8 or above out of 5, which is a useful signal when travelling with children and leaving less room for disappointing surprises.
Our selection in Tromsø
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skoghus ★ | Lenvik | ★ 4.5 | 93 €/nuit |
| Yttersia Base ★★★ | Île de Senja | ★ 4.4 | 115 €/nuit |
| Svensby Tursenter ★★★★ | Lyngen | ★ 4.7 | 126 €/nuit |
| 4 Person Holiday Home in Rebbenes | Appartement entier | — | 130 €/nuit |
| Mefjord Brygge ★★★ | Île de Senja | ★ 4.4 | 181 €/nuit |
| 6 Person Holiday Home in Olderdalen ★★ | Maison entière | ★ 5 | 183 €/nuit |
| Lyngseidet Gjestegård ★★★ | Lyngen | ★ 3.5 | 186 €/nuit |
| Lyngenfjord Hotel ★★★ | Storfjord | ★ 4 | 211 €/nuit |
| Sommarøy Arctic Hotel Tromsø ★★★ | Tromsø | ★ 4.7 | 218 €/nuit |
| 6 Person Holiday Home in Storsteinnes ★★ | Maison entière | ★ 5 | 219 €/nuit |
Our hotel profiles in Tromsø
Frequently asked questions
Which Tromsø family accommodation options offer the most space?+
The two whole holiday homes, '6 Person Holiday Home in Storsteinnes' and '6 Person Holiday Home in Olderdalen', are designed for groups of up to six people and are the most spacious choices on this list. 'TotalApartments Shipyard' and 'Alpan Apartments' are also apartment-style properties that typically offer more room than a standard hotel room, making them well suited to families who need separate sleeping areas and a kitchen.
Is parking available for families driving in the Tromsø region?+
The 'Arctic Skyview Retreat in Tromso - With Parking' explicitly highlights on-site parking, which is a genuine practical advantage in Tromsø where street parking can be limited. If you are renting a car to reach northern lights spots or day-trip destinations such as the Lyngen Alps, confirming parking arrangements with your chosen property before booking is strongly recommended.
What is the most budget-friendly family option near Tromsø?+
The '6 Person Holiday Home in Olderdalen' starts at around 183 euros per night, making it the most affordable property on this list. It is a whole home rather than a hotel room, which means the per-person cost is very competitive for a family of four to six. Keep in mind that Olderdalen is located outside Tromsø itself, so you will need a car to reach city-centre attractions and the airport.
Are there family-friendly hotels with higher standing in central Tromsø?+
Yes. 'The Dock 69 degrees 39 by Scandic' is the highest-rated hotel on this list at 4.5 stars and sits in central Tromsø, which puts families close to the city waterfront, restaurants and public transport. 'Arctic Skyview Retreat in Tromso' offers 3.5-star apartment accommodation with a strong guest score of 4.8, combining central convenience with the self-catering flexibility many families prefer.