Located next to the E6 motorway and Kåfjorden River, this property is 2 hours’ drive from Tromsø. It offers cottages with free WiFi and a private patio. A small restaurant is on site. Each BaseCamp Birtavarre cottage has access to shared bathroom facilities. BBQ equipment is also available. Facilities at Birtavarre include a kiosk, children’s playground and garden. The bistro restaurant serves light meals and a bookable breakfast. Bicycles can be rented on site to explore the scenic surroundings, such as the Sabetjohk Mountain landscape, 6.2 mi away. Other common area activities include skiing, fishing, hiking and bird watching.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
4 bunk beds
and
1 futon bed
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.2
Facilities
6.4
Cleanliness
6.9
Comfort
6.7
Value for money
6.8
Location
8.6
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Host Info

8.2
8.2
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Birtavarre is an excellent place for culture and hiking-experiences, and hunt for the northern lights or the midnight sun. Easiest and fastest hike to Ráisduottarháldi and Halti, the highest mountain in Finland. Nearest city to the Sabetjohk mountain landscape, the easiest gate to Gorsa canyon and Gorsabrua (Gorsa bridge), Lake Goulas, Halti and Birtavarre mountains, Reisa national park, and more. (Summer road up to 800m.) Many signposted trails and available maps. Birtavarre is also close to the villages, fjord and alps in Great-Lyngen and Reisadalen. (Lyngen, Kåfjord, Storfjord, Nordreisa -municipal.) With car, only a daytrip/445km from North Cape and 620 km from The Polar Cirkel Center on Saltfjellet (E6, 80 km. north of Mo I Rana). Airports within 1 or 2.5 hours: Sørkjosen 65km, Bardufoss 156km, Tromsø 170km. Airports within 3.5 or 4 hours: Alta 235km, Evenes 280km. Airport in Bodø: 9 hours/575km.
Languages spoken: English,Norwegian

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional

Amenities of BaseCamp Birtavarre

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
Bathroom
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Shared toilet
  • Shared bathroom
View
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Ski
  • Ski storage
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Food & Drink
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Spa
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      Additional charge
    • Sauna
      Additional charge
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Norwegian

    House rules

    BaseCamp Birtavarre takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash BaseCamp Birtavarre accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 12:00 AM and 6:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Bed linen and towels are not included. You can rent them on site for 100 NOK per person/stay or bring your own.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform BaseCamp Birtavarre of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

    FAQs about BaseCamp Birtavarre

    • The nearest beach is 0.6 miles from BaseCamp Birtavarre. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • BaseCamp Birtavarre is 2,800 feet from the center of Birtavarre. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at BaseCamp Birtavarre is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

    • BaseCamp Birtavarre has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant

    • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at BaseCamp Birtavarre on this page.

    • Yes, BaseCamp Birtavarre is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • BaseCamp Birtavarre offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Sauna
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Skiing
      • Fishing
      • Darts

    • The prices at BaseCamp Birtavarre may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.