Where is Stokkøya Strandhotell located?
Stokkøya Strandhotell is located at Hosnasand on Stokkøya island in Åfjord municipality, on the Trøndelag coast in Mid‑Norway. The hotel sits right by the sea, about two hours from Trondheim by car and ferry.

How far is Stokkøya from Trondheim?
It takes about two hours to travel from Trondheim to Stokkøya, including a ferry crossing over the Trondheim Fjord.

What is Stokkøya Strandhotell known for?
Stokkøya is known for its unique architecture, wild coastal nature, Hosnasand beach, Strandbaren, and food based on high‑quality local ingredients.

What is Hosnasand?
Hosnasand is the large sandy beach right outside Stokkøya Strandhotell and Strandbaren. White sand meets the open ocean, and the weather and light transform the landscape throughout the day and year. The beach is used for everything from morning swims and walks to yoga, play, sea bathing and simply sitting quietly and watching the sea.

Can you stay right by the beach at Stokkøya?
Yes. Stokkøya Strandhotell is located at Hosnasand, and the SUB rooms are built into the sandbank with large glass fronts facing the sea. We also offer Coastal Houses for families, groups of friends and groups who want more space and the possibility to stay together.

What is a SUB room?
SUB stands for “Sleep Under the Ground.” The SUB rooms at Stokkøya are inspired by traditional earth cellars and built into the sandbank to blend naturally into the landscape. Large windows and openings provide daylight, views and closeness to nature, while the building itself is sheltered by the terrain.

Do you have cabins or houses for families and groups?
Yes. Our Coastal Houses are well suited for families, groups of friends and smaller groups. They have several bedrooms, a kitchen, living room, bathroom and a balcony with sea views. For larger groups, we can combine different types of accommodation and tailor the stay to your needs.

Food and Dining at Strandbaren

What is Strandbaren at Stokkøya?
Strandbaren is our restaurant at Hosnasand, located about two meters above sea level with large windows facing the beach and the sea. Here, hotel guests, locals, summer visitors, companies and travelers gather around food, drinks and the view of the ocean.

What kind of food does Strandbaren serve?
The menu is based on the seasons and the ingredients available around us. Fish and shellfish play a natural main role, together with vegetables from our own garden and meat from nearby farms. The menu changes with availability, weather and season — we like food that tells you where you are.

Do you cook with fire and a wood‑fired oven?
Yes. Fire is a natural gathering point at Strandbaren, and much of the food is prepared on the grill and in the wood‑fired oven. This allows us to use whole ingredients, work with smoke, embers and heat, and create a food experience that fits the place and the surrounding coast.

Do you serve local food from Trøndelag?
Yes. We use local and regional ingredients whenever natural and possible. The sea outside Stokkøya, our kitchen garden and nearby farms are important parts of our culinary identity. For us, local food is not just about distance — it’s about knowledge of the ingredient, the people who produce it and the landscape it comes from.

Can you eat seafood at Stokkøya?
Absolutely. Stokkøya has strong traditions connected to fish, shellfish, diving and seafood. Availability varies with the seasons, and so does what we serve from the sea.

Do you offer vegetarian options?
Yes. We use many vegetables and herbs, including from our own garden, and can accommodate different dietary needs. Please let us know in advance if you or someone in your group has allergies or special requirements.

Do you need to book a table at Strandbaren?
We recommend booking a table, especially on weekends, holidays and sunny summer days. For groups and companies, we can also open outside regular hours by arrangement.

Can groups book a private dinner at Strandbaren?
Yes. We welcome companies, conference groups, groups of friends and other gatherings, and can tailor meals and experiences specifically for you. Contact us early so we can combine dinner with accommodation, meetings and activities.

Courses, Conferences and Meetings at Stokkøya

Does Stokkøya Strandhotell offer courses and conferences?
Yes. Stokkøya Strandhotell welcomes companies for courses, meetings, conferences, workshops, strategy sessions, leadership gatherings and corporate trips. We can accommodate around 50 overnight guests and have conference facilities for up to approximately 120 people, depending on setup and room.

Is there a seaside conference hotel near Trondheim?
Yes. Stokkøya Strandhotell is located about two hours from Trondheim and is a seaside conference hotel on the Trøndelag coast. Here, you can combine meeting rooms, accommodation, restaurant, beach and nature experiences in one corporate trip.

Where can we arrange a different kind of conference in Trøndelag?
Stokkøya is particularly well suited for companies wanting something other than a traditional conference hotel in Trondheim city centre. Your group gets away from everyday surroundings and spends time together by the sea. Work sessions can be combined with local food, sauna, sea bathing, walks and nature activities.

Is Stokkøya suitable for small leadership groups?
Yes. Small leadership groups and teams are actually among the groups Stokkøya suits best. When you work, eat and stay in the same place, it becomes easier to create space for meaningful conversations between planned sessions.

Can we arrange a strategy session or leadership gathering at Stokkøya?
Yes. Stokkøya is well suited for strategy sessions, leadership meetings and workshops where you need focus and some distance from everyday routines. We can combine meeting rooms, meals, accommodation and activities and create a programme that fits your group.

Can we arrange a kickoff at Stokkøya?
Yes. A kickoff at Stokkøya can include professional content, teambuilding, great food and time together in nature. Depending on the season and your group’s wishes, we can build the stay around activities on land and sea, sauna and sea bathing, food experiences or simply good time together.

What can a corporate trip to Stokkøya include?
A corporate trip can include: a meeting or workshop, lunch at Strandbaren, an activity on the sea or in nature, sauna and sea bathing, dinner, overnight stay and breakfast the next morning. Some groups want a tight professional programme; others come mainly for relationship‑building and social time. We tailor the stay to what you want to achieve.

Do you offer conference packages with accommodation and meals?
Yes. We put together conference packages and group stays with meeting rooms, meals, accommodation and activities as needed. For groups, we recommend sending us the number of participants, preferred dates and a few words about what you want to achieve. Then we can suggest a programme.

Can we have the whole place or large parts of the hotel to ourselves?
For certain groups, periods and events, we can arrange for you to have much of the venue privately. Contact us if you want a private setting for a leadership gathering, workshop, retreat or corporate event.

Do you have meeting rooms for small groups?
Yes. We have solutions for smaller meetings and groups, in addition to larger conference facilities. Stokkøya is therefore suitable both for small leadership teams and larger corporate events.

Do you have conference facilities for larger groups?
Yes. Our conference facilities can host up to approximately 120 people, depending on the event and setup. For groups that also need accommodation, we recommend contacting us early so we can find the best combination of rooms and lodging.

Can we combine conference, restaurant and accommodation?
Yes — and this combination is exactly what makes Stokkøya well suited for conferences and corporate trips. You can meet for professional sessions, dine together at Strandbaren, enjoy an activity, stay by the beach and continue conversations around the table into the evening.

Is Stokkøya suitable for corporate groups from Oslo or other parts of Norway?
Yes. Stokkøya welcomes groups from all over Norway. For groups travelling from farther away, the journey to Trøndelag and out to the coast can be part of the experience. Contact us and we’ll help you look at practical arrangements.

Teambuilding and Activities

What activities can companies do at Stokkøya?
Activities vary with season and weather, and may include kayaking, deep‑sea fishing, RIB trips, cave walks, hikes, sea bathing, sauna and other nature‑based experiences. We help companies put together activities that suit the group, the season and your desired level of physical activity.

Can we arrange teambuilding at Stokkøya?
Yes. Stokkøya is well suited for teambuilding because your group can combine professional work with shared experiences without much transport between activities. Teambuilding doesn’t have to mean competition — a shared sea bath, a walk, a meal around the fire or a few hours out on the water can be just as effective for building relationships.

Do you have sauna and sea bathing?
Yes. The sea and beach are natural parts of a stay at Stokkøya, and sauna, hot tub and sea bathing are available depending on season and capacity. This is popular among both private guests and corporate groups.

Can we paddle kayaks at Stokkøya?
Kayaking is available when weather, season and conditions allow. The coastline around Stokkøya offers islands, channels and open sea, giving a completely different experience of the landscape from the water.

Can we go fishing from Stokkøya?
Yes. Deep‑sea fishing is a natural activity at Stokkøya, and fishing trips can be included in group stays depending on weather and season.

Is Stokkøya a good place for retreats?
Yes. Stokkøya is well suited for retreats, creative gatherings and groups wanting time for focus, conversations and nature experiences. There is plenty of space here — including space to do nothing.

Nature, Architecture and Sustainability

Why is the architecture at Stokkøya special?
The architecture is designed to interact with the landscape. The SUB rooms are built into the sandbank, while Strandbaren has large glass fronts facing the sea. The Coastal Houses, hotel and restaurant are all designed with a strong awareness of nature, materials and the place they belong to.

Who designed Stokkøya Strandhotell and Strandbaren?
The architecture of the Coastal Houses, Strandbaren and the SUB building was developed by architects Ogmund Sørli and Ragnhild Erdal from Pir 2 Arkitektkontor. Architecture has been an important part of Stokkøya’s development from the very beginning.

Is Stokkøya Strandhotell a sustainable hotel?
For us, sustainability is about more than individual environmental measures. The place is developed based on nature, existing resources, local value creation, architecture, food and experiences. We work with how tourism can create value for guests, the local community and the place over time.

Can companies hold sustainability or green transition gatherings at Stokkøya?
Yes. We have experience with corporate groups who want to use Stokkøya as a setting for work on sustainability, innovation and green transition. We also collaborate with professional environments and can develop content for groups wanting more than a traditional conference.

Groups and Events

Does Stokkøya welcome group travel?
Yes. We welcome corporate groups, organisations, professional communities, groups of friends and other types of groups. We can combine accommodation, restaurant, meetings, activities and experiences and tailor the programme to your group’s needs.

Can tour operators and travel agencies book groups at Stokkøya?
Yes. We are happy to collaborate with tour operators, incoming companies, travel agencies and organisers who want to include Stokkøya in a round trip or create a dedicated stay on the Trøndelag coast. Contact us for capacity, group arrangements and suggestions for activities and meals.

Is Stokkøya suitable for international groups?
Yes. The nature, architecture, food and location on the Trøndelag coast make Stokkøya especially interesting for international guests who want to experience a different side of Norway than the largest and most well‑known destinations. We welcome international groups, press, professional trips and smaller special‑interest groups.

Can you tailor a stay for our group?
Yes. This is often the best way to visit Stokkøya. Tell us how many you are, when you want to come, how long you plan to stay and what kind of group you are. Feel free to also tell us what you want participants to take away from the trip. Then we will create a proposal.

Practical Information

How many people can stay at Stokkøya Strandhotell?
We can accommodate around 50 overnight guests, depending on how the group is distributed between SUB rooms and Coastal Houses. Contact us for group bookings so we can find the best solution.

Does Stokkøya Strandhotell have parking?
Yes. Parking is available at the venue. For larger groups, we recommend coordinating transport and logistics with us in advance.

Do hotel guests need to book a table at Strandbaren?
Yes, we recommend that hotel guests also reserve tables separately at Strandbaren. During popular periods, the restaurant may be full even if you have already booked accommodation.

Is Strandbaren open year‑round?
Opening hours vary throughout the year and by season. For updated opening hours, please check our website. For groups, we can often open and tailor service by arrangement.

How do I book a hotel room or Coastal House at Stokkøya?
Accommodation can be booked through our website. If you are planning a stay for a larger group, company, conference or event, we recommend contacting us directly so we can create a complete offer.

How do we book a course, conference or corporate trip?
Send us a request with your preferred date, number of people, number of nights, meeting room needs and a few words about what you want to do while at Stokkøya. We will help you put together meetings, meals, accommodation and activities.

Why choose Stokkøya?
Because some meetings need more than four walls and a projector. At Stokkøya, you get the sea right outside the door, unique architecture, local food, accommodation, meeting rooms and experiences all in one place. People come here to work, eat, celebrate, think, swim, talk, find new ideas or simply be by the sea for a while.
Welcome to Stokkøya.