High above the Arctic Circle in Northern Norway, your Scandinavian haven awaits. The Wood Hotel Bodø is a gateway to culture, adventure, and communion with nature. As hinted in the name, wood is the central design and construction material, inspired by Norwegian cabin traditions and the hotel’s commitment to sustainability. The pure lines of the design combined with the tactile and sensual materials whisper luxury in every detail, and the generous picture windows connect effortlessly with the untamed natural surroundings, subtly changing with the shifting light.
The hotel features 177 rooms, two dining options, and a rooftop pool and terrace that take full advantage of its perch atop Rønvikfjellet mountain to present a breathtaking 360-degree view of the sea, Landegode island, the Bodø Peninsula, and the imposing mountain peaks of Lofoten Wall beyond. A stay in this scenic port town steeped in history would be a perfect bonus before or after your adventures in the fjords in Norway.
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A portal to nature and wellness
Imagine getting back from a full day spent outdoors exposed to the elements, and then slinking into a relaxing session of premium me-time. Perhaps one of the best surprises at such a latitude is to find amenities you would expect when booking a luxurious hotel. The heated infinity rooftop pool invites you to unwind and take in the immensity of the scenery, or scan the stars at night. Add this to the traditional steam sauna, fully-equipped gym, and a poolside bar, and you have a true haven of restorative bliss for body and soul.
For a snack or an informal meal, the café Turisthytta in the lobby focuses on traditional food with a homestyle touch. On the seventh floor, with breathtaking views of the bay, ATTME restaurant greets diners with a contemporary reinterpretation of the traditional culinary culture. In line with the Wood Hotel’s sustainability ethos, the menu includes dishes made from seasonal, regional ingredients — including fresh seafood from the Norwegian Sea. It is also here that guests get to enjoy a copious and varied breakfast every morning, always included with the room rate, which is great value for a hotel of this caliber with room rates starting at around $140. Wood Hotel features tailored offers throughout the year for every taste, from active travelers wishing to include an electric bike rental to epicureans looking for a delicious three-course dinner.
Come for the light, stay for the culture
the aurora borealis lights up the sky above the bay – Helovi/Getty Images
It’s hard to say which is the best time of year to visit Norway, because Norway is stunning year-round. Traveling to Bodø airport has become more convenient with three new direct flights from Stockholm, Copenhagen, and Munich in 2025, in addition to direct flights from Helsinki operated by Finnair. Come for the midnight sun in the summer, or the northern lights from September to April. These are just a few of the outstanding natural wonders that await, but there is so much more to Bodø than its awe-inspiring setting.
Bodø was selected European Capital of Culture 2024, ushering its transition “from cold to cool.” The initiative saw the addition of the Stormen award-winning cultural centre, with a state-of-the-art concert hall and an amazing library and cafe. The Wood Hotel Bodø is located just seven minutes from the city center, so you don’t have to go far to find a number of interesting galleries and museums to explore the local heritage. The Jekt Trade Museum retraces the long maritime culture of the “jekts” (traditional cargo vessels) that connected Northern Norway to the rest of Europe, and the Norwegian Aviation Museum is thekeeper of the stories and secrets of the strategic relevance of the region during World War II, the Cold War, and more recently as an important NATO outpost. Much more than an alluring home base, Wood Hotel Bodø is your gateway to an authentic Arctic immersion.
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