Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren

4.0 star property
Hotel in Longyearbyen with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Front of property
Reception
Suite | Living area | LCD TV
1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, cribs/infant beds
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Postboks 538, Longyearbyen, Svalbard, 9171
  • Svalbard Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • University Centre in Svalbard
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Svalbard Church
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Longyearbyen (LYR-Svalbard)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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Room options

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Plus Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Longyearbyen

Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren places you within a 10-minute stroll of University Centre in Svalbard and Svalbard Museum. This 59-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Svalbard Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University Centre in Svalbard - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Svalbard Church - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Svalbard Kirke - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Svalbard Global Seed Vault - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Longyearbyen (LYR-Svalbard) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Huskies - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kroa - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Barentz Pub & Spiseri - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Karlsberger Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fruene - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren

Hotel in Longyearbyen with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a meeting room. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for NOK 100 per person one-way. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, a gift shop, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find LCD TVs with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer spring water baths and hair dryers. Coffee makers are also included.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Norwegian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Spelunking
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2011
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Spring water bathtub
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NOK 750.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NOK 250.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: NOK 100 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NOK 40 (one-way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NOK 250.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NOK 750.0 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 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-4:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Hotel Svalbard
Svalbard Hotel
Svalbard Hotel Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen
Svalbard Hotell Polfareren Hotel Longyearbyen
Svalbard Hotell Polfareren Hotel
Svalbard Hotell Polfareren Longyearbyen
Svalbard Hotell Polfareren
Svalbard Hotell Polfareren
Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren
Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren Hotel
Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren Longyearbyen
Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren Hotel Longyearbyen

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren?

This hotel is located in Longyearbyen, a short 9-minute walk from Svalbard Museum and also 11 minutes on foot from Svalbard Church. You'll also find Svalbard Kirke and Spitsbergen Airship Museum less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren have a casino on the premises?

No, Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a spring water bath and premium bedding as well as a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren serves free continental breakfast on weekday mornings from its restaurant.

Will Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren.

Does Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren?

The closest major airport to Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren is Longyearbyen (LYR-Svalbard), which is 3.1 mi away (5 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren.

Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 366 out of 528 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 528 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 528 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 528 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 528 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, warm and welcoming. ideally situated in town and a most enjoyable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fung Wa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Fung Wa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alan Ricardo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great hotel located in the center of town. Rooms are spacious but the hotel lacks ample seating for guests since they close the restaurant in between breakfast and dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing trip

Amazing trip, great hotel location with really friendly helpful staff. No safe in our room.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place. We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mehmet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay

Everything is amazing. Breakfast could be improved, but everything else is perfect and well organised.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is modern and clean. The reception is 24 hours and the staff were really helpful. Breakfast was good and the room was clean and functional.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay! My mountain view was more of a view of the front entrance and parking with a tip of hill showing behind the building across the street. Not great, but super comfortable room and great tub! The local food was all delicious as well. I went to Kroa a couple times and the hotel restaurant as well but just for dinner. So good!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is situated in the city's center. It is easy to access the supermarket, restaurants, and bars. The front desk was very nice; they could book spontaneous activities if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A good stay

Luxurious stay. Professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and very helpful as I had a bad leg and they assisted me with my luggage
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay in Longyearbyn
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A well located comfortable property. Close to shops & bus transfer to airport. I just didn’t like being in the annexe building. They did help me with my luggage when asked.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, staff are nice, breakfast pretty good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful, GREAT breakfast, loved heated bathroom floor and reindeer pair outside my window in the am
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Bad staff nice room

Not the best hotel staff. Rude and not welcoming at reception . I would not recommend the hotel because of the staff and strifked check in policy and the fact you have to remove shoes to even check into the hotel, the rooms are nice and so is breakfast and it’s a good location but the reception staff are not good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024