MS Vesterålen is named after the first Hurtigruten ship that started to sail along the rugged Norwegian coast back in 1893. It is also the area just to the north of Lofoten, and offers some spectacular scenery.

Bright, cheerful public areas and lounges contribute to the informal atmosphere of MS Vesterålen. Throughout your voyage you can enjoy the views from the panorama lounge or the extensive art collection on board. With limited passenger capacity, a voyage on MS Veste¬r¬ålen is truly something special.

Special features: 

  • Panorama lounge
  • Smaller lounges in the front and back of the ship
  • Café 
  • Restaurant
  • Shop
  • Conference facilities

Ship Information

Year built 1983 (Mod. 1988/1995) Shipyard Kaarbø Mek. Verk.
Passenger capacity 516 Beds 294
Car capacity 35    
Decks and cabins
Deck B
ship's scheme 71
Deck C
ship's scheme 76
Deck D
ship's scheme 75
Deck E
ship's scheme 77
Deck F
ship's scheme 73
Cabin

Arctic Superior

Our Arctic Superior cabins grades QJ, P and U all have private facilities and double beds, one of which can be turned into a sofa. All cabins are equipped with TV, a kettle and a small tray with coffee/tea.

 

Cabin

Polar Inside

Our cozy Polar Inside cabins in category I mostly have separate beds, while some category I have upper and lower berths. Please note that cabins on deck 5 and 6 might have limited views due to passengers standing or walking on the deck outside the cabin window.

 

Cabin

Polar Outside

Cabin grades O, N, L and J have separate beds, where one can be turned into a sofa. Cabin grade A have upper and lower berths. Grade L have portholes and grade J have limited/no view.