Visiting Aeroe in Winter
Latest Update – 4th April 2026 (no more updates until next winter)
Spring is here! And with that there is no need for this page since everything is opening up.
If you would like information on accommodation, restaurants and entertainment then go to our Discover Ærø page..T
This blog will not be updated again until November 2026!
Winter on Ærø is wonderful – but suddenly spring is in the air which means most of out places to stay and eat are opening up again. Even so it is worth checking our list and booking ahead if you can. We strongly recommend staying on the island rather than the mainland for the best experience.
There is some misinformation online, with booking platforms claiming that accommodation places are closed, when that is not correct. It is just that many local places do not advertise on the major booking websites.
We at DIW are right here, and in collaboration with the Ærø Turist board we will keep this page updated on a weekly basis so that you can know the latest winter developments. We will make sure you will be in the know about the delightful places to stay, eat and shop in and around Ærøskøbing. For general information about the island, check out Visit Ærø. And if you need to meet a human, you are welcome to pop by our office on the Town Square at the old Merchants House between 12:00 - 15:00.
Places to Stay in Ærøskøbing – these places to stay are all good, and are within walking distance of the ferry, the registry office, the Old Merchants House and the restaurants. These are open during January and we suggest you contact places directly, or email the tourist office. There’s an overview on the tourist office website at Visit Ærø.
KEFS– A cosy B&B with comfortable rooms and a nice café. Some rooms have shared bathrooms. €.
Ellys house – A cute little self-catering historic house for two people. Right in the town centre and close to the bakeries. Book through info@danishislandweddings.com €.
Kjøbing Manor – Self catering rooms in a beautiful old building right on the town square, Including a separate little house. Houses 14 - 16 adults comfortably. Very central. €€.
Kjøbinghus – An incredible old house and a unique opportunity to stay in a piece of Ærø’s history. Great location close to the square. For 2 persons only. Self catering. But they are up for doing extra service for wedding couples. Contact direct on kjobinghus@outlook.dk. €€.
Ærøhus Hotel – Traditional & cosy hotel & restaurant, centrally located. Great for larger groups. €€
The Monica – exceptionally stylish, and you can also rent the whole house. It is expensive but fabulous. €€€€.
Gyden 16 (self catering) - a nice old house in the centre of the old town, close to the Old Merchants House and everything else.
Pension Vestergade 44 - A magnificent large town house with 11 rooms. In winter it operates as a whole house rental only, self catering is possible. Fabulous for wedding parties €€€.
There is also some cheaper accommodation out of town - but you need a car, or use our free buses
Marta’s Cottage - a really nice cottage in Tranderup in the middle of the island. Close to the bus route and a small convenience store.
Pedersminde - a magnificent country house in Stokkeby, about 6km form Ærøskøbing - you really need your own transport for this one. It’s on Airbnb. €
Gravendal - Run by the lovely Mette. Nordic style, beautiful old garden and set close to the sea in stunning surroundings. €
And in Marstal (12 km from Ærøskøbing) you could try
Ærø Hotel - modern hotel on the outskirts of Marstal with pool and restaurant - no children!
Places to Eat
Update for Ærøskøbing:
Arrebo - Ærøskøbing’s excellent pub, also serving good open sandwiches for lunch Tues-Sat 13:00-2000, closes midnight Fri & Sat. €
KEFS café - charming atmosphere, good coffee and sandwiches, and the only place open before 10:00! Open Wed-Fri 9:00-15:00 Sat & Sun 9:00-14:00 €. Stays
Bangs Vinbar – Cosy restaurant run by Lars and his cat Storm. French-inspired cuisine. Cosy atmosphere. Mon-Sat 1700-2100. €€.
Den Gamle Købmandsgaard Café (in the old Merchants House). An authentic lunch café & shop with local products. A favourite with the locals, the focus is on regional produce and they serve the best organic cakes with lots of added love! Open Mon-Sat 10:00-17:30. €€
Landbogaarden (and see our Blog on their Winter Wedding Dinners). Cool bar & family run restaurant. Open Friday and Saturday from 18:00. €. Open only for groups of more than 10 during March
Restaurant Bonsack – The restaurant in Hotel Ærøhus, good for larger groups. Open Mon-Sat from 18:00 ~ €€
Mumm Perhaps most well-established restaurant in town, with a very good chef. International cuisine with excellent fish, teryaki beef and steak! Open Wed to Sat 18:00 (last orders at 20:00.) €€€
Kraut and Koala – Outstanding tiny restaurant, focusing on local products. 5 course meals and excellent wines. Situated by the harbour €€€€
And outside of Ærøskøbing
Cafe Vaffelhuset in the main street in Marstal - open every day, usually 09:30 to 22:00 €
Cafe Maris by the ferry in Marstal - newly opened - Tues-Thurs 11:00 -19:00 €
Keerth Pizza Mon - Sun 1600 to 2000
Marstang, in Marstal – excellent restaurant with friendly service – café 10:00-17:00, restaurant 17:00-21:30. €€€.
Café Arthur, Søby - Great location on Søby harbour – open every day 12:00- 20:00 for good value simple food and good beer. €
Hotel Marstal Mon-Saturday from 16:30 €€ (no updated info on opening plans)
There’s also an overview on the Ugeavis website (back page).
Places to Shop
· Most shops are open including the supermarket (Netto, by the ferry quay)
· For more information take a look at Ærø’s comprehensive tourist site VISIT AEROE, & for ore on opening hours the back page of our local weekly paper AEROE UGEAVIS
