Where to stay on Aero (Ærø)?

Aero – a small Danish island with charming towns

Not sure where to stay on Aero (Ærø)? Here’s an overview of Aeroskobing, Marstal and Søby – and some guidance on choosing the place that best suits your holiday.

Aero is a small island, but the three towns each have their own character. Aeroskobing is known for its historic town centre, Marstal for its maritime atmosphere, and Søby for its peace and nature. It is also easy to get around the island, so you do not necessarily have to stay close to everything you want to see.

Nature and coastline on Aero

Aeroskobing – historic town life and everything within easy reach

Aeroskobing is a great choice if you want to stay in a historic Danish market town with restaurants, cafés and attractions close by. The town is known for its cobbled streets, colourful houses and well-preserved historic townscape, making a walk through the town an experience in itself.

You are close to the harbour, restaurants, cafés and the beach, and much of the town can easily be explored on foot. This makes Aeroskobing particularly convenient if you are travelling without a car or only have a few days on the island.

For many first-time visitors, Aeroskobing is a great base for exploring Aero – both because of the town itself and because it is easy to travel to other parts of the island. For a more detailed guide, see where to stay in Aeroskobing.

You can see options for staying in Aeroskobing here: hotel in Aeroskobing

Marstal – local atmosphere and maritime character

Marstal is the largest town on Aero and has a more local, everyday feel than Aeroskobing.

Here you will find a strong maritime character, charming streets and a more local atmosphere. Marstal is a good choice if you want to experience a different side of Aero and do not need restaurants and attractions right outside your door.

Marstal can also be a good base if you want to explore more of the island and use the town as your starting point.

Søby – peace, nature and fewer people

Søby is located in the northern part of Aero and has a quieter atmosphere than Aeroskobing and Marstal.

Here you are close to nature and further away from the island’s largest concentration of restaurants and attractions. Søby is therefore a good choice if peace and quiet are more important to you than having everything close by.

Søby is particularly suited to visitors who enjoy having nature nearby and do not mind cycling, taking the bus or driving around the island.

It is easy to get around Aero

You do not have to choose your accommodation solely based on where you want to spend your days. Aero is a small island, and free buses connect Aeroskobing, Marstal and Søby, with departures almost every hour.

This makes it easy to stay in one town and take day trips to the others. You can choose Aeroskobing for historic town life, Marstal for its maritime character or Søby for peace and nature – without being limited to the area around your accommodation.

Aero also has ferry connections from Funen, Langeland and Southern Jutland, making it possible to reach the island from several different directions depending on where you are travelling from.

Hotel, apartment or guesthouse?

On Aero, you will find a mix of small hotels, apartments and guesthouses rather than large resorts.

Many visitors choose centrally located accommodation for convenience, especially if they are staying for a few days or travelling without a car.

If you are travelling as a group or want more flexibility, an apartment can also be a good option.

Which town is right for you?

If you want to be close to restaurants, cafés, the harbour and many attractions, Aeroskobing is an excellent choice.

If you prefer a more local and maritime atmosphere, Marstal is a good alternative.

And if peace and nature are your priorities, Søby is worth considering.

You can also read more about what to see and do on Aero or plan your summer holiday on Aero.

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