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Whatever the season, a visit to the Pater Noster is an unforgettable experience that enhances all your senses.
Carefully converted into an award-winning boutique hotel, this historic 1868 lighthouse residence offers nine individually decorated rooms in a setting steeped in sea and history.
A unique accommodation on the west coast awaits you. Our accommodation packages offer a complete experience that combines accommodation with full board, guided tours, sauna and salty baths in hot tubs.
Click on Read more for an insight into what a stay on the island might look like.
The trip out to the island and the lighthouse Pater Noster is an experience in itself. Out on the fjord, we see Carlsten's fortress on Marstrand slowly fade away in the east, and our eyes turn west. Then it appears like a spire on the horizon - the king of lighthouses - Pater Noster. We enter the small harbor and are welcomed by the first stories about the island, the lighthouse and its dramatic history.
After checking in and feeling settled, we are ready for a tour of the island. We will learn more about the lighthouse people, the houses, the lighthouse and how this small mini-community lived on the island. This tour can end in the old food cellar where champagne is served.
Now there is time for lunch, where we sit depends on the weather. It's all about living on the island's terms.
For coffee we drink Pater Noster's coffee, produced by a small, well-known coffee roastery in Gothenburg, which has selected an organic bean quality with light roasting that goes perfectly with the water and gives a wonderful taste experience.
The water we use on the island is desalinated and purified seawater and we consider it the island's luxury good.
The afternoon offers the opportunity to socialise, with salty baths guaranteed, both in the sea and in the two heated saltwater tubs. From here, a magical view of the horizon towards Denmark, the cobbles where the seals have their favourite haunts, Carlsten Fortress and the island's mighty lighthouse Pater Noster. For those who want to take a lovely sauna bath and soak in the warmth, you will also enjoy a wonderful view of the horizon.
Those who don't want to swim but would rather retreat to read a book, paint or just be at peace, will certainly find their special place on the island and enjoy the view, the freshness of the air and the intense presence of wild nature.
The lighthouse is open, you might want to take advantage of the moment and do a nice meditation yoga at 32 meters, or why not a massage*, we guarantee it's hard to close your eyes. The view from the lighthouse offers different lights, sounds, smells and nature with many different facets and impressions. There are no filters here, just 100% authenticity. We can go up here on several occasions during our stay to experience the day and evening, sunset and sunrise.
In the evening, we set the table for the day's dinner and sit down in the Lighthouse Master's dining room, in his boathouse - or if the weather is with us - in the courtyard. The evening meal includes an amuse-bouche, appetizer from the sea's pantry, a rich seafood platter with good accessories such as freshly baked bread, homemade seaweed mayonnaise on Söltång and a butter with Rörhinnatång. After dinner, homemade dessert is served.
After dinner there will be island coffee and maybe something strong in the lighthouse master's lounge. And the evening has only just begun...
Pull up the curtain and look out over a glittering sea, Carlsten's fortress on Marstrand, the changing sun and the feeling that you don't have to run up to the lighthouse and work. Stay a while longer or take a refreshing morning dip in the sea. Afterwards, a hearty breakfast is served with homemade breakfast bread, scones and homemade lemon curd and other goods.
Would you like to book a private experience on a lighthouse island, together with your loved ones?
Our private island package offers an exclusive experience with accommodation for up to 18 people, private chef and personal service for a whole day. An unforgettable retreat away from everyday life.
Interested? Email us your request.
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How do you reach a lonely, isolated island at the edge of the sea?
We offer safe transportation out to us, by helicopter or RIB. The trip out to the island and the lighthouse Pater Noster is an experience in itself. Experiencing the west coast from the sky or from the sea is another dimension of nature experience.
Get even closer to nature by booking the comfortable Dux bed, located outdoors on the edge of a cliff. Sleep under the open sky with sparkling stars and the moonlight as a backdrop. The sunset, the moon, the dark beauty, birdsong, wind and sea, it's like paradise. The perfect place for a romantic stay or for a wonderful nature experience.
Out here, nothing can affect the light, which makes the stars sparkle like diamonds - and there are no mosquitoes, snakes, ticks or mice.
The bed is booked as an additional option in connection with room booking and applies during the summer period when the weather permits.
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The old food cellar on the island now serves as the island's wine cellar. Here we offer wine tasting with perhaps the best view in the world.
Our tastings are put together by our sommelier Anders who loves to "talk wine". The tastings are held at a relaxed level where we usually focus more on conversations about wine and wine production etc than on looking for exact aromas and flavors.
We have a burning interest in several different themes when it comes to wine. We are fascinated by vineyards that grow in a sustainable way, local wine producers such as Wine Mechanics. In addition, we are particularly interested in wines from islands, such as Sicily, Sardinia and the Canary Islands. We love exploring how the same grape can taste different depending on the country it comes from and the production methods used.
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We are proud to be part of the art initiative Tjörn - Island of Art, which offers a cultural experience in a magnificent natural environment. In addition to Pater Noster , the initiative includes the Nordic Watercolor Museum in Skärhamn, which shows international exhibitions all year round, and Skulptur i Pilane, where contemporary sculptures meet a historic landscape overlooking the sea. Together, world-class art experiences are created, which are united with the sea and the magnificent nature that makes up beautiful Tjörn. At Pater Noster , the exhibition The Overview Effect is shown this year, May-October.
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Paddle about 2h with a guide in a sea kayak among the islets around Pater Noster. Enjoy the salty winds as we gently glide through the Paternoster archipelago and its surrounding islands. Perhaps we will be joined by curious seals on the trip as we paddle along the coastal strip and explore the archipelago via small straits and bays where only a kayak can reach.
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Get a true West Coast experience with an ocean tour that can take from 1-3 hours. Experience all that the West Coast has to offer for the day and come with high expectations! Around Pater Noster there are seals, porpoises, artworks and sunsets that trigger each other depending on the weather and time of day. We travel in a rib boat and you decide the length of the trip, number of stops on the way and speed.
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One of the few remaining professional fishermen on Marstrand offers a unique experience for fishing enthusiasts. During the fishing season from May to October, he shows you his favorite fishing spots and shares his best tips for a successful fishing trip. Angling is popular and it is common to catch cod, mackerel, saithe, dogfish, butterfish and ling. The outer reefs around Pater Noster at a depth of 15-40 meters are usually the fishing area. During the lobster fishing season in October, there is a different type of fishing, where you can catch lobsters in traps placed on the seabed. A really exciting and educational activity for anyone who loves fishing and wants to discover the best fishing on the West Coast.
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Seals are fascinating animals that are known to be skilled hunters and spend most of the day hunting for fish and seafood. Our seal safari tour gives you a unique opportunity to learn more about these fascinating animals and see them in their natural environment. Come and experience it for yourself, and create memories for life!
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Meet our expert and marine biologist, learn how to harvest seaweed in the wild and experience tasting and cooking. Here you can learn all about seaweed, from its different species to its importance as a key part of the food of the future. We strongly believe that seaweed will play a crucial role in sustainable food production in the future. Group of at least 6 people.
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Yes, at Pater Noster you can pay with American Express when booking online, via payment link or directly on the island.
We have arranged a travel guarantee with Kammarkollegiet. This means you can get compensation if your trip is canceled or interrupted if we become insolvent.
A Pater Noster gift voucher is valid for two years from the date of purchase. The gift card can be used for accommodation packages as well as food and drinks in our summer café or restaurant, but is not valid for day trips by boat.
Yes, you can buy gift vouchers via our online booking. The gift vouchers are valid for our accommodation packages and for food and drinks in the summer restaurant. If you would like to give away a stay at Pater Noster on a specific date as a gift card, please contact us by email and we will help you customize the experience.
This situation is very unusual and rarely happens. We aim to provide a clear weather forecast with information at least four days before arrival, and maintain a good dialog with our guests. It is always the skipper who decides on his ship. If the weather does not allow departure to Hamneskär and our skipper assesses that it is impossible to enter Hamneskär's harbor, helicopter service is offered on price request or a reservation that can be used within 12 months.
This is a very unusual situation and rarely happens. However, should weather conditions make it impossible to leave the island as planned, we will arrange for you to stay in your room. There is no charge for accommodation for the extra night, but there is a charge for food and drink. We will do our best to take care of you in a safe and pleasant way until crossing is possible. Helicopter transportation is available as an option at extra cost.
We charge directly at the time of booking in order to plan and prepare your stay with high quality. As a hotel on an isolated lighthouse island with no on-site grocery store, our business requires good forward planning - raw materials must be purchased and transported to the island on time, fish must be caught, seafood must be caught and seaweed must be harvested. Prepayment allows us to ensure both a memorable guest experience and a sustainable operation.
If you as a hotel guest choose to come to Pater Noster with your own boat and need to cancel the same day because the boat cannot be used / enter the harbor, the full value of the stay will be charged. If, on the other hand, you have booked transportation via our skippers and they assess that the weather makes it impossible to enter Hamneskär, you will receive your booking and can use it within one year. More information can be found on the Terms and Conditions page.
Our cancellation policy varies depending on the type of stay you book - for example, online hotel package, conference, group booking or event. You can find detailed information on the Terms and Conditions page.
Yes, we always take allergies and dietary preferences into account at Pater Noster. As there is no grocery store on the island, we need to be informed about special diets or allergies at least one week before arrival. This allows us to plan the purchase and transportation of ingredients well in advance, so that all guests have a safe and memorable dining experience during their stay.
We recommend packing in soft, waterproof or non-breathable bags as the cargo space on both the RIB boat and helicopter is limited. Floatation suits or life jackets are available to borrow on the boat, and it is a good idea to wear shoes that can withstand wet conditions and bring an extra pair. Pack a hat, mittens or swimwear depending on the season. The island also provides bathrobes, towels, slippers and rainwear, making your stay at Pater Noster comfortable and safe whatever the weather.
Yes, during your stay at Pater Noster , you have access to borrow a raincoat, classic South Vest (rain hat) and fishing clothes, all from Grundéns.
You can easily book our accommodation packages online via the link in the menu or in the top left corner of our website. For conferences, dinners, kick-offs or other types of group bookings, you are welcome to contact us via email at reservations@paternoster.se. We will help you create a memorable stay at Pater Noster.
For our hotel guests staying at Pater Noster , dinner is usually served simultaneously for everyone in the boathouse, where we have table seating according to each party. If you wish to have a more private dinner, there are alternative locations on the island, such as the lighthouse master's dining room and the old gunpowder house (Kruthuset).
Yes, everyone is welcome to visit Pater Noster for the day, subject to availability in our small marina, with a maximum stay of two hours. Berths cannot be booked in advance and reserved places are for the business. For a longer day visit, you can dock at the cliffs and consider the island as a natural harbor, but please respect the right to privacy of our hotel guests. During July-August, our summer café on Pater Noster is open; current opening hours can be found on Instagram and Facebook. If you want to book a day trip by boat, you can contact our partner skippers - more information can be found on the page "Transportation to the island".
Pater Noster is open all year round for Buy Out (exclusive booking of the whole hotel), conferences and other group bookings, with booking via email. Our regular accommodation packages are offered from April to November and can be easily booked online. This flexibility makes it possible to experience Pater Noster regardless of the season, creating memorable stays for both private guests and corporate events on the West Coast.
Pater Noster is available all year round for group bookings, conferences and other events. We can accommodate up to 150 day guests and 22 overnight guests on our lighthouse island in Bohuslän, which makes the hotel a unique place for corporate events and kick-offs. Booking is easy via email, and we help you tailor your stay to make it both inspiring and memorable.
The hotel is open to private guests from April to November and offers different packages according to the season. You can easily find available dates in our online booking. If your preferred date is not available, you are always welcome to email us and we will review the possibilities. For Buy Out (exclusive booking of the entire hotel), conference and other group bookings, we can open the island all year round, both weekdays and weekends. This makes Pater Noster a unique hotel stay on our lighthouse island in Bohuslän, whether you are planning a private trip, conference or corporate event on the west coast.
A stay on our lighthouse island offers a complete Pater Noster experience, with everything included for a memorable hotel stay. The package includes round-trip RIB transportation, full board with breakfast, lunch and a four-course seafood dinner, guided tour of the island and entrance to Pater Noster Lighthouse. In addition, guests have access to the sauna and hot tubs outdoors, and a towel, bathrobe and slippers are provided in the room.
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