Accommodation in South Greenland
You can choose from a variety of accommodation options in South Greenland, ranging from hotels and guesthouses to diverse types of hostels. Another option is farm accommodation, which offers a unique opportunity to come into contact with the local population and catch a glimpse of the daily life of a Greenlandic family.
Blue Ice Explorer runs Igaliku Hotel & Lodges which consist of a country hotel with café and restaurant, cabins, guest house and an entire villa.
During the Norse era, Igaliku was called Gardar. At the time, the community was built around the official residence of the Bishop of Greenland. Today, it is the starting point for several beautiful hikes in the area, and we highly recommend that you stay in the village for a couple of days on your tour of South Greenland.
Blue Ice Explorer also runs Narsarsuaq Hostel, a traditional yet modern hostel that is a convenient place in Narsarsuaq to meet other travellers. This is a budget alternative to the airport hotel and you can prepare your own meals in the large, well-equipped self-service kitchen.
Feel free to read more about both places below along with descriptions of the other accommodation options that we include in our package tours. You can book your accommodation by sending us an e-mail.
Igaliku Hotel & Lodges | Narsarsuaq Hostel | Other accommodation on Blue Ice tours
Igaliku Hotel & Lodges
Igaliku Hotel & Lodges offers cosy and comfortable accommodation combined with delicious meals made from local products and served at our restaurant. The hiking opportunities are some of the best in the area, with at least two full day-hikes through stunning landscapes. Furthermore, the village itself is the perfect place to kick back and relax. You can rest with a book outside your cabin, go fishing at Lake 90 or explore the ancient Norse ruins of the former Episcopal residence.
We offer the following accommodation in Igaliku:
Country Hotel, 8 rooms with twin beds
Cabins, 6 spacious cabins with double/twin bed
Guest house, 5 rooms with 5 double/twin bed
The Villa, 2 double rooms, 2 extra beds/mattresses on the loft. (possible to add a double room in the nearby annex)
The rooms at the hotel and guest house are small, but with comfortable beds. There are separate showers and toilets in the corridor for the double rooms. At the hotel you will find a dining room with a beautiful view of the village. In our guest house we have a small kitchen where you can make coffee and tea.
The cabins each have two beds, private shower/toilet, a tea tray, 2 chairs and a small table. It is possible to add an extra bed (camp bed) in the cabins.
Accommodation at the Country Hotel, cabins and guest house includes bed linens, towels and breakfast. You can buy lunch, lunch packets and dinner at the café. Please note that none of the accommodations above have cooking facilities.
The villa is placed in the middle of the village and is fully equipped with modern facilities, including; kitchen, bathroom, 2 bedrooms (double), loft, living room and terrace. With space for 4 persons plus extra mattresses on the loft (2 persons) it is the obvious choice for the large family or group. The rent includes bedlinen and towels. Meals can be ordered at the nearby Igaliku Café.
Wireless internet (Wi-Fi) is available at the Country Hotel for a fee.
Igaliku Hotel & Lodges is open from mid-June to mid-September.
When travelling to Igaliku by boat, you will typically disembark at Itilleq, which is a 4 km walk on a gravel road from the village. You can choose to have your luggage transported by car or, if you are not up to completing the walk, you can also order a car transfer.
Transport of luggage: EUR/DKK 10/70 per person (one way).
Transfer by car: EUR/DKK 41/300 per tour (one way) (1-4 persons).
At Igaliku Café we serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. If you want to spend the day hiking in the area, you can order a lunch packet. Dinner consist of two main dishes with Greenlandic products. You can buy soft drinks, beer and wine to accompany your meal. We also sell coffee, tea, homemade cake, chocolate, snacks, post cards, maps and a number of souvenirs.
“…Igaliku is clearly off the grid as it is a settlement of < 25 people. It is truly beautiful and this inn permits you to stay there. Our two days was wonderful. Small rustic but fine rooms. Shared facilities but no problem at all. Really great meals.”
From the guest book
Rates - Igaliku Hotel & Lodges
Rates for the 2021 season
| Accommodation | EUR / DKK |
|---|---|
| Cabin (2 persons) incl. breakfast (private facilities)* | 234 / 1,700 |
| Cabin (1 person) incl. breakfast (private facilities)* | 172 / 1,250 |
| Extra bed in cabin incl. breakfast* | 55 / 400 |
| Hotel double room incl. breakfast (shared facilities)* | 179 / 1,300 |
| Hotel single room incl. breakfast (shared facilities)* | 138 / 1,000 |
| Guest house double room incl. breakfast (shared facilities)* | 207 / 1,500 |
| Guest house single room incl. breakfast (shared facilities)* | 152 / 1,100 |
| Villa (1-4 persons) excl. breakfast (private facilities)* | 469 / 3,400 |
| Extra mattress on loft (max. 2 persons) excl. breakfast | 44 / 320 |
| Lunch packet | 12 / 85 |
| Lunch | 18 / 130 |
| Dinner (2 dishes) | 38 / 275 |
Discount for children (2-11 years)
* Minimum 2 nights (1 night only. + 15% fee)
Narsarsuaq Hostel
The hostel is nestled at the foot of a mountain with a view of the fjord. It is only about 600 m from the airport in the direction of the Hospital Valley and Flower Valley. The hostel is a good place to pass by if you have questions about hiking routes in the area or are looking for a hiking mate. In the summertime there is always a pleasant atmosphere, with hikers and travellers exchanging experiences and planning tours.
We transport your luggage for free when arriving and departing.
It is a modern hostel with a large self-service kitchen, a spacious living/dining room and a terrace. There are two separate bathrooms and washing machines. The maximum capacity is 36 people, mainly in 4-bed rooms. You will need to bring along a sleeping bag (or rent one) and breakfast can be served. It is possible to camp outside the hostel and pay for access to the facilities. Wireless internet (Wi-Fi) is available for a fee.
Over the years, the hostel has been highly popular among students, researchers, expeditions and diverse groups. The place is an ideal base with plenty of room – both inside and outside – for storage as well as for working, planning and preparing field work. We can also store your equipment if you have a project that extends over several years. Our local knowledge and access to various types of boats and other means of transport make Blue Ice your ideal partner in the Narsarsuaq area for all kinds of logistics.
The hostel is open from May to September. It is a good idea to book in advance for July and August. During the winter season, between October and April, accommodation can be arranged for groups.
Hiking Tips!
Did you know… that you can store luggage for free at the hostel in Narsarsuaq?
If you have various things (spare clothes, etc) that you don’t want to lug along on your hiking or kayaking trip, we suggest that you leave them at the hostel until you get back.
Rates - Narsarsuaq Hostel
Rates for the 2020 season
| Accommodation | EUR/DKK per person |
|---|---|
| Adult | 44 / 320 |
| Child (2-11 years) | 22 / 160 |
| Sleeping bag (per night) | 7 / 50 |
| Tent (per person) | 21 / 150 |
| Breakfast | 10 / 75 |
| Laundry | 4 / 30 |
| Non – residents | |
| Shower | 4 / 30 |
| Use of kitchen | 4 / 30 |
Other accommodation on Blue Ice tours
Hotel Narsarsuaq
Double and single room with private facilities
Double and single room with shared facilities (2 rooms share 1 bathroom)
Breakfast included
Restaurant with à la carte menu. Greenlandic buffet once a week
Cafeteria with a “daily special” and various fast food dishes
Owner: Mittarfeqarfiit (Greenland Airports)
www.hotelnarsarsuaq.gl
Sermilik Hostel – Tasiusaq
Sleeping bag accommodation in 2, 3 and 4-bed rooms
Double room with bed linens and shared facilities
Living room and self-service kitchen
Meals can be ordered in advance
Farm accommodation in Tasiusaq
Owners: Aviaja Lennert and Klaus Frederiksen
www.sermilikhostel.com
Sillisit
Sleeping bag accommodation in 2, 3 and 4-bed rooms
Double and single room with bed linens and shared facilities
Cabin with bed linens, shared facilities and breakfast
Living room and self-service kitchen
Meals can be ordered in advance
Farm accommodation in Sillisit
Owners: Elna Jensen and Aqqalu Knudsen
www.sillisit.dk
Ipiutaq Guest Farm
Double room with bed linens, shared facilities and full board
4-bed room with bed linens and shared facilities
Living room and self-service kitchen
Meals can be ordered in advance
Excellent Arctic char fishing (under concession)
Farm accommodation in Ipiutaq
Owners: New owners from 2020
Hotel Narsaq
Double and single rooms with private facilities
Double and single rooms with shared facilities (in the corridor)
Breakfast included
Restaurant with à la carte menu
Igdlo Café serves lunch and light meals
Owners: Katti Nielsen and Fridrik Magnusson
Hotel Narsaq on Facebook
Igdlo Guesthouse (and hostel) in Narsaq
Hostel
Sleeping bag accommodation in 2, 4 and 6-bed rooms
Dining room and self-service kitchen
Guesthouse
Double and single room with bed linens, shared facilities and breakfast
Kitchenette. Restaurant at Hotel Narsaq
Owners: Katti Nielsen and Fridrik Magnusson
Igdlo Guesthouse on Facebook
Hotel Qaqortoq
Double and single rooms with private facilities
Breakfast included
Restaurant with à la carte menu
Café Nanoq serves a wide range of food and beverages, incl. brunch on weekends.
Owner: Jim Riis
www.hotel-qaqortoq.gl
Siniffik – Hostel & Guesthouse in Qaqortoq
Hostel
Sleeping bag accommodation in 2 and 4-bed rooms with breakfast
Café serves light meals (no kitchen for self-service)
Guesthouse
Double and single rooms with bed linens, shared facilities and breakfast
Café serves light meals (no kitchen for self-service)
Owner: Heidi Møller
www.siniffik-inn.dk
Sulisartut Højskoliat – Qaqortoq
Double and single rooms with bed linens and private facilities
Double and single rooms with bed linens and shared facilities (in the corridor)
Sleeping bag accommodation in single rooms
Living room and self-service kitchen
Meals can be ordered in advance
Adult Education College in Qaqortoq
www.sulisartut.gl
Hotel Kap Farvel – Nanortalik
Double and single rooms with private facilities
Double and single rooms with shared facilities (in the corridor)
Breakfast included
Restaurant with à la carte menu
Owner: Per Lund Nielsen
Hotel Kap Farvel on facebook
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