Scandic Alta

3.5 star property
Pet-friendly hotel with free breakfast connected to the convention center in Alta

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Property entrance
Spa
Family Room, Multiple Beds | In-room safe, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Lobby
Local cuisine
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

Check out the area

Map
Lokkeveien 61, Alta, 9509
  • Popular LocationNorthern Lights Cathedral3 min walk
  • Popular LocationAlta Tourist Information4 min walk
  • Popular LocationAlta Rock Carvings7 min drive
  • AirportAlta (ALF)7 min drive

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Room options

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Alta

Scandic Alta places you next to Northern Lights Cathedral and within a 5-minute walk of Alta Tourist Information. This 3.5-star hotel has 241 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and a gym. Located centrally in Alta, it's connected to the convention center and also close to Alta Church and Boazo Sami Siida.

What's nearby

  • Northern Lights Cathedral - 3 min walk
  • Alta Tourist Information - 4 min walk
  • Alta Church - 9 min walk
  • Alta Rock Carvings - 7 min drive
  • Alta Museum - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • The preferred airport is Alta (ALF): 7-min drive, 2.8 mi/4.6 km.

Restaurants

  • Studenthuset - 4 min walk
  • Vanvittig Grill - 3 min drive
  • Alattio Pizza y Pasta - 3 min walk
  • Wing Wah House Alta - 4 min walk
  • Du Verden Matbar - 3 min walk

About this property

Scandic Alta

Pet-friendly hotel with free breakfast connected to the convention center in Alta
Guests staying at Scandic Alta enjoy a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is available for NOK 80 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this golf hotel include meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center.
TVs come with pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Safes, phones, and desks are also available.
A health club and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

Languages

English, Norwegian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (NOK 80 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Alta

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 13 meeting rooms
  • 16,092 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for NOK 200 per accommodation, per night, plus a deposit of NOK 250 per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NOK 200.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Self parking fee: NOK 80 per day
  • Pet deposit: NOK 250 per stay
  • Pet fee: NOK 200 per accommodation, per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NOK 200.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Alta Hotel
Alta Rica
Hotel Alta
Rica Alta
Rica Alta Hotel
Rica Hotel Alta
Scandic Alta Hotel
Scandic Alta
Scandic Alta Alta
Scandic Alta Hotel
Scandic Alta Hotel Alta

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Scandic Alta?

Scandic Alta offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Scandic Alta?

As of May 14, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Alta on May 19, 2024 start from $104.92, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do close to Scandic Alta?

This hotel is located in Alta, just steps from Northern Lights Cathedral and Alta Tourist Information, and within a short walk of Alta Church. You'll also find Alta Rock Carvings and Alta Museum within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Scandic Alta?

Yes, parking is offered for NOK 80 per day. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Scandic Alta feature a casino at the property?

No, Scandic Alta doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Scandic Alta?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Scandic Alta good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include canal views and minibars.

Does Scandic Alta have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Scandic Alta have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Scandic Alta serves free buffet breakfast at Alta each morning.

Does Scandic Alta allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Scandic Alta for a fee of NOK 200 per accommodation, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls. A deposit of NOK 250 per stay is collected.

Are there connecting rooms at Scandic Alta?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Scandic Alta?

The closest major airport to Scandic Alta is Alta (ALF), which is 2.8 mi away (7 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Scandic Alta?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy canal or city views.

Scandic Alta Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 395 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 425 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1000 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, in Alta's pedestrian downtown, with easy and ample parking, and across the street from the magnificent Northern Lights Cathedral. The best choice in Alta.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Stian

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Patrick

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No tea or coffee in room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Juraj

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel with good location
Everything was perfect. Breakfast were really goog. We just didn't realized that the pool and sauna is across the road and is extra paid. Hotel is offering discount 100NOK
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bjørn

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fantastic, good location. Helpful staff for checking details about things to do and how to access.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Orna

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rajkumari Chandra

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic breakfast and stay. Will come again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022