Top 9 Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Leknes, Norway - Updated 2024

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The scenic town of Leknes lies in Norway’s Nordland County in Vestvågøy municipality. It is synonymous with incredible landscapes and Viking history. Leknes is home to some of the best white sand beaches in the Lofoten Islands and majestic mountains. Travelers will enjoy a visit to The Blacksmith at Sund or Sund Fisheries Museum as they get acquainted with local history and craftsmanship. You can also plan a day trip to charming hamlets of Henningsvær and Nusfjord. Enjoy a day out with family at Haukland Beach as you gaze at the emerald waters and bask in the sun. Adventure seekers can go hiking to Mannen and soak up the spectacular views. To find the perfect Norwegian home for your next trip, read on below and check out the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Leknes, Norway.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 12, 2024.

1. Modern and cozy apartment in Lofoten (from USD 123)

This charming two-bedroom apartment that sits on a quiet area in the heart of Lofoten is close to Leknes Airport, which is only a six-minute car ride from the property. The stylish home is just a short walk from downtown, making it perfect for exploring the area. After a long day of hiking or touring around, you can relax in the living room or at the lovely patio. Its kitchen is well equipped, so guests can whip up their favorite dishes and recharge for the next day.

A 15-minute walk takes you to the bus station and from there, you can head to Haukland Beach, Reine, and Ballstad.

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Leknes, Nordland, Norway
135 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
an excellent spacious apartment over two levels
we had a nice and comfortable stay at astrid's place
very satisfied with our experience at astrid's apartment
bedrooms are quite small but the beds are so comfortable we slept like babies
a spacious and comfortable place to stay in lofoten
Cleanliness:
very clean and tidy
it’s clean and so lovely decorated
the house was spotless clean and well equipped
it was clean comfortable and cosy
it was such a clean cozy and modern apartment
Host:
the host is kind and helpful
amazing host showed us around and provided lots of helpful suggestions
the hosts are extraordinary friendly
astrid was an amazing host
astrid is a wonderful host
Location:
the location was ideal for us centrally located between svolvær and å
very close to downtown so we walked everywhere including near some great hikes
astrid’s house is well located calm and scenic area close to many activities
great walkable location on top of that
the house is very good situated in a very calm area near the center of leknes
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2. Modern apartment with private terrace

Completely furnished in 2021, this modern one-bedroom apartment is ideal for couples. The tastefully decorated bedroom has a comfy double bed, an office desk, and an en-suite bathroom. The rental unit also offers other amenities, such as a laundry room inside the kitchen area. Meanwhile, guests can enjoy basking in the sun on the terrace just outside the living room. It has outdoor furniture and a barbecue if you wish to enjoy a grill.

The home offers parking on its premises and is a short walk from shops.

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Vestvågøy, Nordland, Norway
11 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the apartment was true to its picture and description
Cleanliness:
the apartment is spotlessly clean and i am really really picky on this
Host:
the host is super kind and always replies super fast and accurately
nice new apartment good communication with host
every now and then you find these gems and feel extremely grateful to the hosts
liss-emma although we couldn’t meet her was really kind helpful and replied rather quickly to our questions
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3. Spacious apartment near town center (from USD 80)

This gorgeous two-bedroom apartment is a short walk from Leknes center and accommodates four guests easily. The Airbnb vacation rental has vintage décor and heated flooring, and it offers comfortable beds dressed in satin sheets and down comforters. Meanwhile, guests who are traveling with a baby need not worry as a travel cot is available at their disposal. You can also take advantage of the apartment’s cozy kitchen for your culinary experiments and eat in the dining area.

Relaxing in the private lawn with a cup of coffee or walking around the neighborhood is also a great way to spend the day.

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Leknes, Nordland, Norway
210 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 3 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the place was very spacious great heated bathroom floors good wifi and clean
very comfortable apartment in the center of lofoten
we had a wonderful stay in this delightful apartments
it was our second stay at heidi’s apartment and we absolutely loved it
heidi's apartment has everything you would need for a comfortable stay
Cleanliness:
so nice clean och and friendly
everything was perfectly clean and communication with heidi was very umcomplicated
clean apartment and fully functioning kitchen
clean tons of space cozy
heidi's place is clean convenient and the bed was comfortable
Host:
kind host and very caring
heidi is a very nice host
thank you heidi for your kind host
:o) heidi is a charming host and you feel that she likes making her guests at home
heidi is a wonderful host
Location:
perfect location in the middle of lofoten easy accessible and close to stores for groceries
the location of heidis apartment is great
everything was great the location is perfect only walking distance to the city center
to us the location was just perfect
good place calm and well located
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4. Cozy loft near town center (from USD 65)

This one-bedroom loft surrounded by greenery accommodates up to five guests. Its tastefully decorated room is equipped with a queen and double bed. Aside from these, the hosts also provide extra airbeds, floor mattresses, a toddler bed, and a cot. The kitchen and bathroom are in the main house, which is just a few steps away. Guests get free parking on the premises, as well as access to a beautiful garden.

A 10-minute walk takes you to the town center. Several hiking spots and the airport are also nearby.

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Lofoten - Leknes, Nordland, Norway
181 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire loft 4 Beds 5 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the place is a chic attic with nice beds very functional but nothing fancy
it was a wonderful space and the kitchen and bathroom area are fantastic
Cleanliness:
the loft was very clean
incredibly clean garage loft with a fantastic bed
the room is comfortable and very clean
apartment is very cosy spacious and very clean
the room kitchen and bathroom are spacious clean and modern
Host:
really welcoming host made us feel at home
great host very friendly and accommodating
great place and great host
hakon is a perfect host
eva and hakon are wonderful hosts
Location:
great place to stay near the airport and centrally located from the attractions
great place to stay close to the airport
super close to the airport and sentrum
it's a lovely house near to the airport just 10 minutes by walking
clean place with easy walking distance to town and the airport
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5. Large house with scenic views (from USD 186)

This spacious four-bedroom home is located in a residential neighborhood near downtown. It accommodates six guests comfortably and offers alluring views. The modern home is ideal for families as it has a large garden with trampoline where kids can play.

The hosts rent out the vacation home for a minimum of one week, and it offers amenities such as free WiFi and parking on its premises. You can easily reach Leknes center in 10 minutes by foot while a supermarket is only a 5-minute walk away from the property.

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Leknes, Nordland, Norway
22 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 4 Beds 6 Guests 4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
there are multiple bathrooms which made things easy the living room and kitchen are very spacious as well
Cleanliness:
we were most impressed with the cleanliness and how open space was
anette’s home was so spacious and clean we loved staying here
Host:
anette was very helpful and comphreensive
anette is very responsive and we had a great time at her place
really helpful check-in was also very easy and we felt right at home
anette is a great host and the communication with her was straight forward
Location:
very good location for trips in the lofoten
anette has an amazing place and it is situated very close to the main street
anette's house is very spacious and in a great location
in general for the things we wanted to do the location was perfect would definitely come again :)
we felt very comfortable in the house and liked the quiet neigborhood
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6. Basement apartment near Viking Museum (from USD 88)

This cozy apartment is fully furnished and can accommodate up to four people. Situated in the basement of a private residence, this rental unit offers guests some modern amenities. The apartment has a well-equipped kitchen where guests can cook delicious meals. You can also lounge on the sofas in the living area or curl up by the fireplace.

The Viking Museum and plenty of shops are a walking distance from the Airbnb rental. A 20- and 30-minute car ride can get you to Haukland Beach and Ramberg Beach, respectively.

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Nordland, Norway
46 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 4 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the place was clean and very big
clean and well equipped host was nice and communication was great
Location:
good location and friendly host
good location clean nice host
nice place with good standards
wibece's place was great very much bigger than what we expected from the pictures and super comfortable
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7. Spacious home with stunning mountain views (from USD 284)

Ideal for big groups, this 5-bedroom vacation rental accommodates 10 people. Four rooms have queen beds while the fifth one features two singles. The comfortable and spacious home offers spectacular mountain views, and guests can enjoy the scenery from the patio pool. The child-friendly home has a swing, slide, and two trampolines to keep the little ones entertained. Guests can also go hiking, kayaking, and surfing for fun.

The town center is just a short walk from the property while a white-sand beach is only 8 km (5 mi) from here.

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Vestvågøy, Nordland, Norway
5 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 6 Beds 10 Guests 5 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 10

8. Compact caravan for two

Fancy vacationing inside a caravan that features a compact double bed and sleeps two people? If so, this vacation rental is for you. The cozy caravan has a shower, sink, and toilet. For your cooking needs, there is a well-equipped kitchen that features a coffee maker, blender, oven, gas stove, and kettle. The host also provides pots and pans to make meal preps easy. You even have a small table where you and your companion can eat or work.

If you are wondering where to wash your clothes, a launderette is close by. Free parking on the premises and WiFi access are available too.

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Vestvågøy, Nordland, Norway
21 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire guesthouse 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
heating warm water comfort bed wi-fi smart tv kitchen and bathroom
Host:
anette is nice host - perfect care and communication
the caravan is really comfortable the communication with anette was very good and uncomplicated and she was very friendly
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9. Clean apartment near Leknes center

This two-bedroom apartment in a quiet area is a just short walk from Leknes center. The home accommodates five guests in two rooms and a sofa bed. Its tidy kitchen is equipped with cooking basics to help you make delicious meals for the whole family. This vacation rental also features a washing machine and dryer, so you don’t have to worry about your laundry. The spacious and modern home offers free parking on its premises. Other amenities, such as heating and lockbox, are available too.

Several stores and markets are nearby for your convenience. You may also go hiking for fun or spend a day at the beach. At night, you can make use of the barbecue and enjoy a grill under the stars.

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38 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE CONDO 4 Beds 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
najib’s place is a well-furnished one with all amenities for a comfortable stay for 3-4 people
najib’s apartment was so amazing warm shower washing machine very comfortable bed and really nice kitchen with coffee maker
Cleanliness:
the apartment was very clean and cozy
the place is accessible clean and located near the sentrum
Host:
the host is great and welcoming
najib is a great host
he has been the nicest host i have come across
great position nice house and host
hei hei we enjoyed our stay here very much and the owner was always offering his help
Location:
perfect place to stay close to city
good location reasonable price recommend it
it’s a very nice place in a good location
the house is in a very good location to reach every part of the islands
we liked our stay at najibs place
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Immerse yourself in Leknes' charm

Wake up to the views of towering mountains and postcard-perfect sceneries as you enjoy a getaway in Leknes. You can go hiking or spend a day lounging on the beach for fun. After a long day of sightseeing, come back to the comfort of your Airbnb vacation rental.

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