Strandlyst Hotel og Restaurant
Intimate Nordic luxury where Michelin-trained cuisine meets island serenity on Samsø.
An intimate luxury hotel and restaurant on Samsø island, Strandlyst combines Nordic elegance with gourmet dining. Located near the charming port town of Ballen, this exclusive property features a seasonal menu crafted with local ingredients, an outdoor pool, spa facilities, and contemporary design. The culinary team brings expertise from Michelin-starred establishments, creating a refined retreat for discerning travelers seeking both relaxation and exceptional gastronomy.
A brief summary to Strandlyst - Hotel
- Strandvejen 12, Samsø Municipality, 8305, DK
- +4521272540
- Visit website
- Duration: 1.5 to 4 hours
- Luxury
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Mixed
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
Local tips
- Book the restaurant well in advance, especially during peak season. The culinary reputation draws diners from across Denmark, and tables fill quickly.
- Plan a multi-day stay to fully experience both the hotel's amenities and the island. A weekend or longer allows time for the spa, pool, dining, and exploring nearby attractions like Besser Kirke.
- Arrive by ferry from the Jutland mainland; the journey itself becomes part of the island experience. Allow extra time for ferry schedules, which may be seasonal.
- Ask staff about seasonal menu changes and local ingredient sourcing. The restaurant's philosophy centers on what is fresh and available, making each visit potentially unique.
- Explore Samsø's cycling routes and coastal paths during your stay. The island's quiet roads and agricultural landscape offer a peaceful contrast to the hotel's refined dining experience.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Sheltered Areas
Strandlyst - Hotel location weather suitability
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Mild Temperatures
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Any Weather
Discover more about Strandlyst - Hotel
A Culinary Destination on Samsø's Coast
Strandlyst Hotel og Restaurant stands as a refined culinary and hospitality destination on the Danish island of Samsø. Located at Strandvejen 12 in Ballen, the property occupies a privileged position near the island's picturesque harbor, surrounded by natural beauty and maritime charm. The hotel represents a thoughtful blend of intimate scale and luxury amenities, designed for travelers who value both gastronomic excellence and peaceful island surroundings. Under the direction of gallerist Tina Salling, the establishment has evolved into a destination where contemporary design meets seasonal Nordic cuisine.The Restaurant and Culinary Philosophy
The restaurant at Strandlyst is the heart of the property, showcasing a commitment to local sourcing and seasonal ingredients from Samsø and the surrounding region. The culinary team brings significant expertise, having worked with Michelin-starred establishments including Domestic in Aarhus, Denmark's second-largest city. This pedigree translates into thoughtfully composed menus that celebrate the island's agricultural and maritime heritage. The dining experience emphasizes quality over quantity, with an intimate setting that encourages guests to linger and savor each course. The restaurant's reputation for excellence has made it a destination not only for hotel guests but also for diners traveling specifically to experience the food.Accommodations and Wellness Amenities
The hotel offers carefully appointed rooms designed with contemporary comfort and aesthetic refinement. Guest facilities extend beyond traditional lodging to include a large outdoor pool set within the property's grounds, providing a serene space for relaxation and recreation. The spa area offers treatments and wellness services, allowing guests to complement their culinary experience with restorative therapies. The combination of these amenities creates a holistic retreat experience, where dining, accommodation, and wellness are seamlessly integrated into a cohesive stay.Setting and Proximity to Island Attractions
Strandlyst's location near Ballen positions guests within easy reach of Samsø's notable landmarks and natural attractions. The nearby Besser Kirke, a historic church approximately 1.8 miles away, represents the island's cultural heritage. Architectural points of interest such as Brundby Stubmolle and Kolby Molle showcase traditional Danish mill structures and craftsmanship. The island itself, accessible by ferry from the Jutland mainland, offers a quieter alternative to busier Danish destinations, with cycling routes, coastal walks, and small-scale agricultural landscapes defining the local character.Design and Atmosphere
The property reflects contemporary Scandinavian design principles, with clean lines, natural materials, and an emphasis on light and space. The outdoor pool area and patios extend the living experience beyond interior spaces, taking advantage of the island's seasonal light and maritime views. The intimate scale of the hotel—described as small and exclusive—ensures a personalized atmosphere where staff attention and guest comfort are prioritized. This deliberate restraint in size distinguishes Strandlyst from larger resort properties, creating an environment suited to couples, small groups, and those seeking a more curated experience.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
The small Summer Hotel
1.2 km
Experience authentic Danish seaside charm at The Small Summer Hotel in Ballen, Samsø, offering cozy accommodations and a perfect base for exploring the island's natural beauty and vibrant culture.
Ballen Strandpark - Ferielejligheder og feriehus
1.6 km
Experience coastal bliss at Ballen Strandpark on Samsø: stunning sea views, direct beach access, and charming apartments near Ballen harbor, perfect for a relaxing island getaway.
Samsø Sogn
3.1 km
A modest whitewashed parish in Tranebjerg where Samsø’s island history, everyday rituals and quiet faith meet along bustling Langgade.
Hotel Vadstrup1771
3.9 km
Experience the tranquil charm of Hotel Vadstrup1771, a perfect retreat in the heart of Samsø, blending comfort with local culinary delights.
Ilsemade Helligkilde
6.9 km
A Bronze Age sacred spring where fresh water flows from an ancient hollow oak, connecting modern visitors to 3,000 years of spiritual tradition.
The Kanhave Canal
9.2 km
A 1,300-year-old Viking shortcut carved across an island to control Denmark's seas.
Restaurant Mårup Havn
13.5 km
Experience fresh, locally sourced seafood with stunning harbor views at Restaurant Mårup Havn, a culinary gem on the scenic island of Samsø, Denmark.
Oasen Samsø
15.0 km
Discover tranquility and island charm at Oasen Samsø, a unique retreat offering comfortable accommodations, natural beauty, and a rich cultural experience on Denmark's sustainable island.
Mindesten - Morten Madsen
17.4 km
A modest memorial stone set in Samsø’s quiet countryside, offering a brief, reflective pause amid open fields, island sky and centuries of local history.
Landmarket Horsedalen
23.9 km
Rare flora and exceptional light in a protected Danish valley.
Befrielsessten i Kallerup
28.2 km
A solemn Danish liberation memorial honoring the end of Nazi occupation in May 1945.
Danhostel Kalundborg
32.0 km
Experience the vibrant heart of Helsingborg at Sundstorget, where culture, dining, and shopping converge in a picturesque square.
Our Lady Church
32.2 km
A medieval masterpiece with five towers symbolizing the Heavenly Jerusalem—architecturally unique and spiritually profound.
The eltest city hall
32.3 km
A modest medieval town hall in Kalundborg’s Højbyen, where centuries of local power, trade and everyday life still echo in cobbled streets and weathered walls.
Kalundborg Slot
32.5 km
An invisible castle at the centre of Kalundborg, where streets, stories and subtle traces reveal the outline of a vanished medieval stronghold.
Unmissable attractions to see
Festivalpladsen
0.6 km
Open-air festival grounds at the edge of forest and fields, where quiet island scenery transforms into a cozy Danish music celebration each summer.
Brundby Stubmølle
2.0 km
One of Denmark’s oldest post mills, Brundby Stubmølle pairs centuries-old milling history with wide Samsø views from a peaceful hill just above the village.
Samsø Island Distillery
2.8 km
Craft spirits infused with island heritage—where juniper, potatoes, and orange ants tell Samsø's story.
Samsø Museum
2.9 km
Distributed cultural museum exploring 16,000 years of Samsø's landscape, heritage, and human connection to nature.
Tidselkorridoren
3.0 km
A winding botanical art corridor celebrating Samsø's wildflowers and native plants.
Dansebjerg
3.0 km
Creative hilltop retreat on Samsø with wide Kattegat views, flexible communal spaces and a calm, homely atmosphere made for groups, workshops and slow island days.
Stakladen Besser
4.0 km
A rustic island barn transformed into a light-filled gallery, with weekly changing art and craft exhibitions in the heart of Besser on Samsø.
Falkecenter Samsø ApS
4.1 km
High‑speed falcons, soaring eagles and silent owls in a one‑hour open‑air show that brings the ancient art of falconry to life on the island of Samsø.
Besser Udsigtstårn
4.1 km
A modest island lookout tower on the ruins of an old mill, offering wide Samsø panoramas, quiet rural atmosphere and glimpses of distant Kalundborg on clear days.
The Morgan Garage
4.2 km
A tiny village workshop turned Morgan treasure-trove, blending hand-built British sports cars, quirky automobilia and Samsø’s quietly green island backdrop.
Samsø Egnsarkiv
5.0 km
Samsø's historical archive preserving centuries of island records and family heritage.
Yduns Have ApS
5.8 km
Organic farm, self-serve shop and rustic cabins on Samsø’s quiet east side, where you taste the island’s vegetables right where they’re grown.
Samsø Badehotel Ilse Made
6.4 km
Nordic luxury meets coastal serenity on Samsø's quietest shore, where exceptional food and genuine hospitality define every moment.
Samsø Badehotel
6.4 km
Luxury seaside retreat blending Danish bathhouse tradition with contemporary comfort and celebrated cuisine.
Husmandsstedet Fredensdal
6.4 km
An intimate Samsø smallholder’s farm where thatched roofs, animals and kitchen gardens bring Denmark’s rural past to life in a single charming homestead.
Essential places to dine
Syv Ni 13 på Strandlyst
0.0 km
Seasonal social dining in a Nordic seaside hotel, where Samsø’s vegetables, local seafood and thoughtful pairings shape an intimate island evening.
Den Gamle Butik
1.1 km
Cozy harbor dining with award-winning local beef, island potatoes, and an exceptional wine cellar on Samsø.
Samsø Værftet
1.1 km
Easy-going wharfside restaurant, coffee bar and cocktail hangout on Ballen’s harbourfront, blending seaside leisure, local flavour and Samsø’s laid-back island energy.
Restaurant Dokken
1.1 km
Harbourfront restaurant in Ballen blending Samsø’s maritime shipyard heritage, local Danish classics and lively summer terrace vibes right on the water’s edge.
Ballen Fisk
1.1 km
Relaxed harborfront fish shop and seafood eatery on Samsø, serving fresh catch, smoked specialties and classic Danish fish dishes beside Ballen Harbour.
Pizzeria Maya
1.2 km
Cozy island pizzeria in Ballen serving creative stone‑baked pizzas, pastas and wine in a relaxed, harbor‑side setting on Denmark’s vegetable‑rich Samsø.
Røgeriet
1.2 km
Harbourside smokehouse on Samsø serving freshly smoked fish and Danish seafood classics with local island produce and wide views over Ballen’s lively marina.
I Haven Bistro
1.2 km
Cosy Samsø bistro in Ballen’s holiday heart, serving relaxed, seasonal comfort food a short stroll from the harbour and sandy beaches.
Ballen Badehotel
1.2 km
Classic Danish seaside hotel on Samsø, blending nostalgic bath-hotel charm, local gastronomy and harbor life just steps from the marina and beach.
Restaurant Skipperly I/S
1.3 km
Island harbor dining where local ingredients and Nordic tradition meet genuine warmth and refined technique.
Don Juan Restaurant & Pizzaria
1.3 km
Relaxed Italian comfort food and takeaway favourite in Tranebjerg, serving stone‑baked pizzas, pastas, meat and fish dishes after long Samsø days outdoors.
Molevitten
1.3 km
Lively Samsø hangout in Ballen mixing local-produce dinners, a friendly bar and live music, where islanders and visitors share long evenings by the harbour.
Den Gule Parasol
2.7 km
Sunny, laid-back café-restaurant in Tranebjerg serving tapas, sandwiches and coffee, perfect for a relaxed lunch stop amid Samsø’s village life.
Carlo's Corner
2.7 km
Cosy Samsø wine shop and smørrebrød hideaway where generous open sandwiches, characterful bottles and relaxed village charm meet on Langgade.
rumogrooms.dk - Hotel og Madhus Rumogrooms
2.7 km
Bright Nordic rooms and a seasonal madhus in a quiet Samsø village, blending minimalist design, local flavours and island calm in an intimate hotel setting.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Red Cross Op Shop
1.2 km
Cozy island thrift store on Samsø where secondhand finds, local volunteers and a quiet sense of purpose turn everyday shopping into low-key, sustainable giving.
Svane
1.2 km
A calm, Scandinavian-style multibrand boutique in Ballen, where curated fashion and cozy homewares meet Samsø’s laid-back harbour atmosphere.
MoltkeDesign
2.4 km
Design-forward village boutique and intimate three-room B&B in Brundby, blending Scandinavian style, local art and relaxed Samsø island living under one roof.
DanChurchSocial Op Shop
2.5 km
Cosy Samsø charity op shop where island life, reuse and social responsibility meet in a volunteer-run treasure trove of second-hand finds.
Hobbyboden Scrapworld – Din onlline hobby butik indenfor scrapbooking, kort og mixed media
2.5 km
A cozy island outlet of a major Danish scrapbooking webshop, packed with papers, stamps and mixed-media supplies for creative travelers on Samsø.
Huge Market on the island
2.6 km
A cavernous Samsø flea and antique market where vintage furniture, island curios and second-hand treasures gather under one relaxed, rummage-friendly roof.
Eskehus Samsø
2.6 km
Island design boutique and gallery on Samsø, blending BY BJORKSTRAND fashion, sustainable interiors, ceramics and botanical art in a charming village house.
Buur - Items & Clothing - Coffee
2.7 km
A cosy Samsø hybrid of Scandinavian fashion, design objects and aromatic coffee, Buur turns a simple village storefront into an inviting island living room.
SuperBrugsen
2.7 km
The practical heart of Tranebjerg and Samsø’s go-to supermarket for fresh local produce, Danish staples, and everyday essentials throughout your island stay.
Ny Form Samsø
2.7 km
Sporty, island-ready clothing and gear for all ages, keeping you comfortable in Samsø’s breezy coastal weather from village streets to windswept beaches.
Langemarksgård
2.7 km
Traditional Samsø family farm shop bringing potatoes, seasonal vegetables, fruit and berries straight from surrounding fields to a cosy, countryside storefront.
Imerco
2.8 km
Scandinavia's trusted home goods destination bringing quality kitchenware, tableware, and interior design to Denmark's charming island.
Tøjhuset
2.8 km
Cosy Samsø clothing boutique offering friendly, personal service and a practical yet stylish mix of clothes, shoes and accessories in Tranebjerg’s main street.
El-Salg Bissø ApS
2.8 km
Island electronics expertise with white goods, appliances, and personal tech backed by professional service.
Samsø Grej
2.9 km
Compact island hunting and fishing shop in Tranebjerg, ideal for gearing up and getting local advice before exploring Samsø’s coasts and countryside.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
rullen
0.6 km
Casual festival bar in the heart of Samsø Festival, where cold drinks, sea air and relaxed island vibes create a warm pause between concerts.
Garagen
0.8 km
Laid-back island bar in the woods of Strandskoven, blending rustic charm, simple drinks and live music with the easy coastal rhythm of Samsø.
Vinkapellet Samsø
2.2 km
Cosy island wine bar in Brundby specialising in organic, biodynamic and natural wines, where intimate surroundings and slow Samsø evenings invite lingering conversations.
Ræven
3.0 km
Rural Samsø bar and eatery with relaxed island vibes, simple hearty fare, and late-week pub energy in a low-key farmhouse-style setting.
Samsø Bryghus
16.2 km
Organic farm brewery and countryside café on Samsø, serving house beers and field‑fresh dishes in a relaxed courtyard of converted farm buildings.
Kalundborg Jazzclub
32.4 km
Intimate volunteer-run blues and jazz club in central Kalundborg, keeping a 1960s live music legacy alive with close-up concerts and warm community spirit.
Cafe Lillebælt
32.6 km
Cozy Kalundborg café-bar blending everyday Danish hygge, simple comfort food and drinks, and a neighborhood atmosphere a short stroll from the harbor.
Kontoret
32.6 km
Kalundborg's inclusive waterfront bar where locals and visitors gather for drinks, food, and genuine social connection.
King's Pub
32.6 km
Traditional small-town pub on Kalundborg’s main street, serving straightforward drinks, local character and unpretentious evening atmosphere.
Slotskældergården
32.9 km
Unpretentious Danish bar on Kalundborg’s main street, offering cold beer, warm light and a glimpse of everyday local life along Kordilgade.
Shooters
33.0 km
Kalundborg’s lively bar and disco club serving up music, drinks, and authentic small-town Danish nightlife on weekends.
Next Door Pool Bar
33.0 km
Casual pool and sports bar on Kalundborg’s Kordilgade, mixing easygoing drinks, live games on screen and friendly competition around the pool tables.
Umage Ølbar
40.9 km
Craft beer bar in Ebeltoft with 14 taps, 50+ bottled beers, and comfort food.
Stockfleths Østers & Bobbelbar
40.9 km
Former oyster and bubbles bar on Ebeltoft’s old fishing harbour, where luxury shellfish, sparkling wine and maritime history came together in a relaxed coastal setting.
Sir Henry Bodega
41.1 km
Unpretentious Danish bar in Ebeltoft’s cobbled old town, pouring local beers and classic drinks in a cozy, lived-in setting from morning till late.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Romantic
- Relaxing
- Tranquil
- Scenic
- Boutique
- Unique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Minimalist Designs
- Modern Designs
For the architecture buff
- Modern
- Art & Design
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Waterfront
- Panoramas
For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
- Photo Spots
- Aesthetic Corners
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Locally Managed
- Public-Transport Accessible
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Mindfulness
- Day Trip
- Weekend Getaway
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Family Friendly
- Adult Friendly