Coastal
Senja Fjordhotell
Sea Fishing in Senja 2026
Senja Fjordhotell sits in Frovåghamn at the southern tip of Senja, where Solbergfjorden meets the open sea. The property combines hotel rooms, waterfront seahouses and a guest harbor with boat rental and charter for fjord and sea fishing. The restaurant serves fish caught by the house or sourced from local fishermen.
Quick facts
Boat fleet
| Boat | Length | Engine | Count | Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utleiebåt for fjord- og havfiske | 19 ft | 50 hp | 1 | Ekkolodd, GPS, Redningsutstyr |
| Båtcharter med skipper | 30 ft | 200 hp | 1 | Skipper, Ekkolodd, GPS, VHF-radio, Redningsutstyr |
Species and seasons
| Species | Jan–Mar | Apr–Jun | Jul–Sep | Oct–Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cod | Best | Best | Good | Good |
| Saithe | OK | Good | Best | Good |
| Halibut | OK | Good | Best | Good |
| Wolffish | OK | Good | Best | OK |
| Haddock | OK | Good | Best | Good |
| Redfish | Good | Good | Best | Good |
Best= best seasonGood= goodOK= possible
Accommodation
Hotel room
Units: 17 · Max guests: 2
TV · Kaffe-/tetrakter · Bad/dusj · Oppvarming · Sengetøy · Håndklær
Waterfront seahouse
Units: 1 · Max guests: 6
Kjøkken · Bad/dusj · Oppvarming · Sengetøy · Håndklær · Sjøutsikt
Sjølund house
Units: 1 · Max guests: 8
Kjøkken · Stue · Bad/dusj · Oppvarming · Sengetøy · Håndklær
Practical information
Address: Dragøyveien 28, 9392 Stonglandseidet
Nearest airport: Bardufoss (BDU) (130 km)
Website: senjafjordhotell.no
What we like about Senja Fjordhotell
- ✓Location at the mouth of Solbergfjorden gives short access to both fjord fishing and open-sea grounds around the southern tip of Senja.
- ✓Hotel operation combined with seahouses and a guest harbor accommodates couples, families and fishing groups in one property.
- ✓On-site restaurant featuring local fish and short-travel ingredients, plus a winter shuttle boat service from 15 December to 31 March.
Worth knowing
- !Boat fleet and pricing are not publicly specified. You need to contact the hotel directly to learn which boats are available and what rental costs.
- !The southern tip of Senja has a longer drive from major airports than the northern side of the island.
Tips from experienced anglers
- 1Book boat and accommodation together. Rental capacity is often limited and fishing guests should secure boats before arrival.
- 2Solbergfjorden and the waters toward Andfjorden offer cod, saithe and haddock, while deeper edges are productive for halibut in summer.
- 3Senja lies north of 62°N. The cod minimum size is 44 cm in coastal waters, and recreational anglers may export up to 15 kg of fish per person from camps registered with the Norwegian Directorate of Fisheries.
Frequently asked questions about Senja Fjordhotell
Where is Senja Fjordhotell located?
Senja Fjordhotell is at Dragøyveien 28, 9392 Stonglandseidet, in Frovåghamn at the southern tip of Senja. The area sits at the mouth of Solbergfjorden in Senja municipality (formerly Tranøy municipality before the 2020 merger).
What accommodation types does Senja Fjordhotell offer?
The property offers four categories: hotel rooms (listed as 17 modern rooms on the website), waterfront seahouses, the Sjølund house and a guest harbor. Exact seahouse counts and capacities should be confirmed when booking directly.
Does Senja Fjordhotell offer boat rental and charter?
Yes, the hotel runs both boat rental and boat charter under its "Fjord and sea fishing" category. You can rent a boat with or without a skipper. Fleet specifications (model, length, engine, equipment) are not publicly published. Contact the hotel for availability, pricing and equipment lists.
Which fish species are common around Stonglandseidet?
Solbergfjorden and the waters around the southern tip of Senja produce cod, saithe and haddock throughout the season. Wolffish are caught on shallow reefs in spring, and halibut are taken on deeper edges mainly from June to August. Senja is north of 62°N, so the cod minimum size is 44 cm in coastal waters.
How do you reach Senja Fjordhotell?
Bardufoss airport (BDU) is the nearest regional airport, with Harstad/Narvik Evenes (EVE) the nearest international hub. From Tromsø you cross the Gisundbrua bridge to Senja and continue south along the island. In winter (15 December to 31 March) the hotel runs a shuttle boat to the area.
Planning a fishing trip to Senja Fjordhotell?
Fishing camps in Senja use SafeCamp360 for catch reporting and quota tracking.