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MS Vesterålen
Overview
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.
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, we 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, we will provide guests with an in-depth knowledge of the different departments and the interaction between them.
Ship Statistics
Ship Statistics
Year Built
1983
Refurbished
2022
Length
354
ft
Width
54
ft
Tonnage
6,261
Speed
17
Passenger Capacity
490
Crew Size
0
No. of Deck
5
No. of Cabin
142
No. of large Cabin
0
No. of wheelchair Cabin
2
Services & Amenities
Services & Amenities
Lounge
YES
Shop
YES
Library
YES
Facilities
Facilities
Double or Twin Configuration
YES
Lounge Area
YES
Shower
YES
TV
YES
Media/Entertainment Station
YES
Coffee Machine
YES
Safe
YES
Hair Dryer
YES
Telephone
YES
Desk
YES
Twin
YES
Sofa Bed
YES
Double
YES
Pullman Bed x2
YES
One Single Bed
YES
Pullman Bed
YES
Toiletries Provided
YES
Fyret Lounge & Bar
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Observation Deck
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Trollfjord Lounge
Inside Cabins
Outside Cabins
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Vesterålstuen Lounge & Bar
Lecture Hall
Library
Fitness
Playroom
Shop
Cafe
Restaurant
Inside Cabins
Outside Cabins
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Reception
Gangway
Luggage
Laundry
Inside Cabins
Outside Cabins
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Car Deck
Car Lift
Inside Cabins
Outside Cabins
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Inside Cabins
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Restaurant (complimentary)
continental
Kafé Galleriet (cover)
cafe
Expedition Suite Our Expedition suites are the most luxurious cabins on the ship. Situated on the upper deck of the ship, the cabins feature double beds, seating areas with TV, and bathrooms with shower/WC. An exciting welcome gift awaits all suite guests in their cabin.
Arctic Superior Relaxation and comfort are the hallmarks of our Arctic superior cabins. Situated on the upper deck, these suites have double beds, bathroom with shower and WC, and tea and coffee-making abilities.
Polar Outside Our Polar outside cabins on the middle or lower decks all have bathrooms with shower/WC. Most of the cabins offer separate beds (one of which is a sofa bed) or upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.
Polar Inside Our cosy Polar inside cabins are on all decks and include bathrooms with shower/WC, separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa, or upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.
Expedition Suite | Mini Suite for up to 2 travellers
Arctic Superior | Upper deck for up to 2 travellers
Polar Outside | Middle deck for 2 travellers
Polar Outside | Middle deck for 2 travellers
Polar Outside | Upper deck for 3 travellers
Polar Outside | Lower deck for 4 travellers
Polar Outside | Accessible cabin on lower deck
Polar Inside | Upper or middle deck for up to 2 travellers
Polar Inside | Upper deck for 1 traveller
Polar Inside | Middle deck for 2 travellers
The emphasis onboard is on relaxation and discovery, and not the commercial entertainment that is so often a part of conventional cruises. Hertigruten’s aim is to get you closer to unique environments∘ and to allow you to share the experience with your fellow travellers. Occasionally there may be some musical entertainment onboard in the evenings.
