Hotel Disko Island
Stay with views of Disko Bay and dramatic basalt mountains
Hotel Disko Island is centrally located in Qeqertarsuaq, the only town on Disko Island. From the hotel, there is a view of the small boat harbor, as well as the enormous mountains that majestically rise behind the town.
The hotel itself consists of seven different buildings located close to each other, and arranges a wide range of tours and activities such as kayaking, guided city walks, hiking to Kuannit, and overnight stays at Lyngmarksbræen. Perfect for your adventure in Qeqertarsuaq and the Disko Bay.
In addition, the hotel also has a sauna out by the black beach, where you have a unique opportunity to bathe among icebergs followed by a warm sauna at the world's northernmost bathing hotel.
Qeqertarsuaq – The Big Island
Disko Island lies in Disko Bay and is Greenland’s largest island. Roughly the size of Zealand, Denmark’s largest island, and with a shape that, with a little imagination, resembles a discus, the island takes its Danish name from this resemblance.
The town of Qeqertarsuaq, formerly known as Godhavn, is located on the island’s southern coast. The island is also home to the small settlement of Kangerluk (Diskofjord), 35 km to the northwest.
Many visitors first see Disko Island from a distance, where its striking basalt mountains rise almost 1,000 metres above sea level and can be seen from the mainland. Formed by volcanic activity, the mountains give the island its distinctive appearance. In the southern part of the island lies Lyngmark Glacier, where ice and snow shape the landscape throughout the year.
Sauna on Black Beach
Are you a winter swimmer, or would you like to try taking a dip in the Arctic Ocean? At Greenland’s only black sand beach, you can take a plunge into the cold sea and then warm up in the sauna at Hotel Disko Island. Let yourself unwind as you enjoy the views of the icebergs floating in Disko Bay
Nature on Disko Island
Greenland is known for its spectacular landscapes, and Disko Island has a natural character all of its own. Formed by volcanic activity, the island features distinctive dark red basalt mountains and a black sand beach that contrast sharply with the sea. The nutrient-rich soil supports lush vegetation that differs considerably from that found elsewhere in Greenland. Here, you’ll find extensive green areas and plenty of kvan (wild angelica), an aromatic plant.
Things to do on Disko Island
With its distinctive green and lush landscape, Disko Island is an ideal place to lace up your hiking boots and explore on foot. There are several excellent hiking routes, including trails to the scenic Kuannit area, the Qorlortorsuaq waterfall and Lyngmark Glacier. From the glacier, you can enjoy exceptional views over the town of Qeqertarsuaq and spend the night at the wilderness lodge Disko Mountain Lodge.
In winter, you can explore the island on dog sledding trips or snowmobile excursions to Lyngmark Glacier.
Greenland tours with accommodation at Hotel Disko Island
Accommodation
Hotel Disko Island
The hotel consists of five red buildings in the centre of Qeqertarsuaq. Together, they offer 20 double rooms and five single rooms, all with private bathrooms and toilets. Breakfast, free Wi-Fi and luggage transfers are included in the price.
Isikkivik Seaview Suites
Isikkivik means “view” in Greenlandic, making it a fitting name for this property right by the coast, with uninterrupted views across Disko Bay. The house contains two separate suites, each with its own private terrace overlooking the sea. Both suites also have a bathroom and a kitchenette.
Suite A has one bedroom and a spacious living room, while Suite B has two bedrooms and a spacious living room. Breakfast at the hotel restaurant, free Wi-Fi and luggage transfers are included in the price.
Villa Andrea
Villa Andrea is a cosy little house with space for six people, making it ideal for families or small groups. It has three bedrooms: two with twin beds and one with a double bed. The house also features a living room, a dining room, a bathroom and a kitchenette. Breakfast at the hotel restaurant, free Wi-Fi and luggage transfers are included in the price.
Panorama Guesthouse
Perched on a hill above the town, you’ll find the green Panorama Guesthouse. It has five double rooms, three single rooms and a cosy shared lounge. Guests share the bathroom facilities, which consist of two newly renovated showers and three toilets. Breakfast at the hotel restaurant, free Wi-Fi and luggage transfers are included in the price.
Disko Mountain Lodge
Stay at the top of Lyngmark Mountain, at an altitude of 900 metres. The wilderness lodge has several sleeping rooms, each furnished with two to four bunk beds, mattresses, sleeping bags and pillows. The lodge accommodates up to 16 people, with a minimum of four overnight guests.
Getting to the lodge is an experience in itself. In summer, the journey involves a scenic hike of three to four hours, while in winter, you travel as a passenger on a snowmobile for an additional fee.
Greenland tours with accommodation at Hotel Disko Island
Gastronomy
Taste the wild flavours of the Island
Restaurant Disko Island takes its inspiration from Greenland’s natural environment and the ingredients found around Qeqertarsuaq. Local produce meets Nordic culinary traditions, with the season and available ingredients shaping the menu.
During the summer season, the menu features wild herbs, mushrooms and berries, as well as fresh local fish and shellfish. These are combined with reindeer, musk ox and Nordic vegetables.
A meal here is an opportunity to discover Greenland’s natural larder and experience how ingredients gathered from the surrounding landscape make their way onto the plate.
Snow Crab – A Local Delicacy
Disko Island is known for its snow crab, and snow crab fishing is an important local industry. At Restaurant Disko Island, you can sample this local delicacy, served with a flavourful sauce.
You’ll need to extract the meat from the shell yourself. It’s a fun and sometimes slightly challenging dining experience, but the reward is deliciously tender, juicy crab meat.
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