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Stay North of Ordinary
Selected stays, properties and hospitality concepts above the Arctic Circle.
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Arctic Circle Group is continuously searching for unique destinations and exciting development opportunities across the Arctic region.
We partner with property owners, investors, municipalities, developers, architects, and entrepreneurs who share our ambition of creating exceptional hospitality experiences.
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The Arctic Circle brand
The Arctic Circle brand carries our ambition for the North. Above the Arctic Circle lies unrealised potential in the destinations waiting to be built. Arctic Circle brings together the focus, the disciplines and the people we believe it takes to transform the Arctic into a destination the world looks to.
Arctic Circle Group is the parent company behind a hospitality and real estate group in Northern Norway. Arctic Circle group builds destinations and the experiences around them - owning the whole value chain with one ambition: to become the natural choice for quality above the Arctic Circle.
Arctic Circle Properties develops and structures property projects in selected northern locations. The focus is on places with strong natural qualities, long-term value and clear hospitality potential. From individual properties to larger destination projects connected to the Arctic Circle platform.
Arctic Circle Hospitality handles the operational side of the portfolio. This includes guest experience, service standards, systems, staffing and daily operations across selected stays. Its role is to make sure the Arctic Circle standard is delivered consistently, not only in how places look, but in how they are run.
Arctic Circle Technologies builds and runs the systems behind the operation for booking, guest management, marketing, pricing and security. We build our technology for where arctic hospitality is heading.
Arctic Circle Equity works with capital, ownership structures and strategic partnerships connected to the growth of Arctic Circle. It supports selected investment opportunities in the north.A standalone entity with its own management and operations, but closely tied to us — a future financial engine for Arctic Circle Group.
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About us
Arctic Circle started with a group of people who love the North and our herritage. We come from different backgrounds and bring different strengths; property, development, sales, brand building, construction and finance. Together, that mix is exactly what we belive it takes to build destinations worth travelling for. Different people, one shared ambition for the Arctic.
On the Ground in the North
Vebjørn and Oliver hail from different parts of Norway, but they now form a strong team based in Lofoten. Their diverse backgrounds and experience in hospitality, real estate, development and marketing are united a love for Lofoten and a commitment to sustainable tourism, we choose to focus on on quality over quantity.
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Get in touch
Whether you are planning a stay, exploring a partnership or looking at investment opportunities in the North, we would be happy to hear from you.
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Selected projects
Lyngvær Lodges, Lofoten
A proven premium stay in Lofoten, built around comfort, privacy and direct access to the elements. Lyngvær Lodges shows how Arctic Circle can turn strong northern locations into high-quality stays with year-round appeal.
Atmosphere, Lofoten
Atmosphere Lofoten is a collection of three high-end accommodations - each with its own private spa. The homes are designed in a contemporary Scandinavian style, with unique architectural features that draw the surroundings in and let the landscape do the talking. A quiet, premium base for experiencing the Arctic.
Fjord Hotell, Alta
A fjord-facing hotel in Alta, owned and operated by us, with its own restaurant and one of the largest saunas in Northern Norway. Already in operation and run with a focus on quality, it also carries clear development potential. A project we plan to grow in the years ahead, giving Alta a new premium place to stay.
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Frequently asked questions
Here are answers to some of the most common questions from property owners about our management model.
We handle everything from marketing and bookings to guest communication, cleaning, maintenance and reporting, so you never have to manage the day to day yourself.
We manage cabins, apartments and private homes across the region, from single units to larger portfolios.
You get regular reports on bookings, income and maintenance, and a dedicated contact person you can reach whenever you need to.
We combine dynamic pricing, professional photography and presence on the channels your guests actually use, and adjust continuously based on demand.
We start with a no obligation review of the property, its location and its potential, and tell you honestly whether our model makes sense for you.
Earnings depend on location, size, standard and season. We give you a realistic estimate based on comparable properties we already manage.
Our local team handles the situation right away, keeps the guest looked after and informs you about anything that needs your decision.
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Five stars are built in the details
Higher rates require a higher standard. Hotel-standard linen and towels. Lofoten Seaweed amenities. Detailed housekeeping to a fixed protocol. Welcome details and responsive local guest support. Every stay is prepared around the things guests notice.
The result is a more consistent guest experience, stronger reviews and a more valuable hospitality product over time.
Your home, looked after
A holiday home in Lofoten faces weather, wear and winter. Our local team keeps eyes on your property year round – inspections between stays, maintenance before problems grow, and clear routines if anything happens.
Someone is always responsible.
If something happens during a stay, local on-site call-out is available 24/7.
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How it works
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One product. Everything handled.
One agreement. One local team. No split responsibility. We run the commercial and operational side of your property as one system, all year round — with one goal: maximising performance.
Revenue & distribution
Guest experience
Property operations
Owner reporting
Safety & security
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Oliver B. Bugten
CEO
Vebjørn Myhre
CEO
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We're interested in
Whether you own an existing hospitality business, undeveloped land with tourism potential, or have a project looking for the right partner, we'd love to hear your story.
Hotels
Lodges
Cabins & Resorts
Waterfront Properties
Unique Tourism Concepts
Development Projects
Joint Ventures
Investment Opportunities
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4.92/5
Average guest rating across managed properties
96 %
Five-star reviews for cleaning and arrival
1 h
Response time, every day of the year
100%
Of owners have stayed with us
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Trusted by property owners
Roger Rasmussen / Lyngvær Lodges
“I don’t have to do anything, and I know both the property and the guests are being taken care of.”
Jan Olav Schjelderup / Lyngvær · 2 Bedrooms · Sauna
“You’re basically sitting an exam with every single booking.”
BB Travel / Vågan · 3 Bedrooms · Sauna · Jacuzzi
“The only complete hospitality product in Lofoten that delivers this level of quality.”
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Privacy
Privacy policy
How Arctic Circle handles personal data on this website, which cookies we use, and what rights you have.
Who is responsible
Arctic Circle AS (org. no. 964 605 386) is responsible for the personal data processed on this website. Questions about privacy can be sent to oliver@arcticcircle.com, by phone to +47 970 06 661, or by post to Arctic Circle AS, Gongsteinveien 31, 8802 Sandnessjøen, Norway.
What we collect, and why
Delivering the website
When you visit the site, your IP address and technical information about your browser are stored in server logs. We use this to show you the website and keep it secure. Legal basis: our legitimate interest in running a secure website (GDPR Article 6(1)(f)).
Cookies and analytics
We use cookies and similar storage in your browser to make the site work and, if you allow it, to understand how it is used. Cookies that are not strictly necessary are only set with your consent (GDPR Article 6(1)(a) and section 3-15 of the Norwegian Electronic Communications Act). Necessary cookies do not require consent.
The chat
If you use the chat on the website, we process the messages you write so we can answer your questions about the content of the site. Legal basis: our legitimate interest in answering your questions (GDPR Article 6(1)(f)).
Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored in your browser. Below is the current list of cookies on this website, grouped by category. It updates automatically when the site changes. You can change your choice at any time with the cookie button at the bottom of the page.
Who processes data on our behalf
- Cure, which runs the website and the chat
- Cloudflare, which delivers the website
- Google, which measures how the site is used, only with your consent
- Anthropic, whose AI model Claude writes the answers in the chat
How long we keep data
- Your cookie choice is remembered for 365 days.
- Chat messages are kept for 90 days.
Your rights
You have the right to access, correct and delete the personal data we hold about you, to restrict or object to how we process it, and to receive it in a portable format. Where we rely on your consent, you can withdraw it at any time. Contact us at oliver@arcticcircle.com to use your rights.
Complaints
If you believe we process your personal data unlawfully, you can complain to the Norwegian Data Protection Authority at datatilsynet.no.
Changes
We update this page when we change how we handle personal data. Last updated 14 October 2026.
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One product. Everything handled.
We run the commercial and operational side of your property as one system, all year round — with one goal: maximising performance.
Dynamic pricing
Daily pricing tailored to your property, backed by real-time competitor and demand data.
Wider distribution
Listed on selected OTAs and promoted through our own channels, network, travel agents and the corporate market.
Hotel-standard cleaning
Hotel-quality linen and towels, detailed cleaning and household supplies included, to the same standard every time.
Everything documented
Every room is photo-documented before and after, and every job is logged with time and responsible person.
Owner portal
Live data on bookings, revenue and activity, plus a monthly report across all platforms.
Support 24/7
On-site call-out and guest support during every stay, with a dedicated Hospitality Manager who replies within minutes.
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