Scandic Alta

3.5 star property

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Lobby
Reception
Family Room, Multiple Beds | In-room safe, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Indoor pool
Property entrance

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Lokkeveien 61, Alta, 9509
  • Place, Northern Lights Cathedral
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Alta Tourist Information
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Alta Church
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Alta (ALF)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(72 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Presidential Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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 a restaurant, 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 - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Alta Tourist Information - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Alta Church - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Alta Rock Carvings - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Talvik Church - 31 min drive - 22.1 miles

Getting around

  • Alta (ALF) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪vanvittig Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Overtid Sportspub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Alta Bistro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kaffe frida - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Peppes Pizza - Alta - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Scandic 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, desks, and free toiletries are also available.
A health club and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

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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

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; NOK 200 per person
  • 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
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NOK 200 per person
  • 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 4:00 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. 

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 Mar 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Alta on Apr 4, 2026 start from $118, including 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, close to Alta Rock Carvings, Boazo Sami Siida, and Alta Museum.

Is parking available on site 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 buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Alta.

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.

Does Scandic Alta have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 that I can book 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. 445 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 372 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1010 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Is good , the bad thing is room cleaning, past 6 days without clean
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Syed

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is not much option for vegetarians. And no halal food at-all
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This room seemed to be a bit older or maybe other rooms I’ve stayed in have been updated recently. This does not take away from it being a pleasant stay and a comfortable room. I am a solo traveller and it was good for me being the queen bed option. I feel a couple might be a bit tight but definitely doable. The staff were very friendly and remembered me. Got me in a tad earlier than check in, which was appreciated. The local bus is only a short walk to the hotel, and the town is so small that you could walk anywhere in the main “city” from the hotel. I will stay here next time I’m in Alta.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great. I had a room facing the Northern Lights Cathedral which got nice views with the northern lights one night. The room was comfortable and a good size for one. Staff were very helpful, however sometimes during busy periods it took a long time to just purchase a bottle of water. The breakfast was good and varied and if purchased at the hotel cheaper than what was charged when booking. The local bus stop is 100m from the hotel so it was cheap and easy to get from the airport to the hotel. There were two nights that the restaurant was closed due to functions that wasn’t communicated to guests. Besides all of that, an excellent hotel in a great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

ANand

Liked: Cleanliness
clean. rooms are small
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gypsy Dale

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great. Rooms a a tad dated but property was great for a night. Breakfast was good and they are allowing a 2p checkout.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

BASUKI, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is close to places that I want to go. Close to a bus terminal.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Oliver

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Roger, Ludlow

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room with good shower. No hot drinks facilities in room. Could do with soft seating in reception and a few more baggage trolleys.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio, Everett

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place on the way to Cape North. Good food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Roger, Ludlow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in simple. Excellent breakfast buffet. Room clean and serviceable for a brief overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henryk

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were pleasant. Room was comfortable. Location good. Dining very good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ande

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zygmunt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Rude staff, overpriced for what u get

Our flight got cancelled and we booked this place because Thon Hotel where we stayed at previously was fully booked and we liked its location and noted that Scandic was just beside. However, although we paid double the price at Scandic, the rooms were smaller, views weren’t as great and most of all, staff there were all grumpy and receptionist that tended to us was rude. We simply asked if we could get an earlier check in if there was a room available as we were tired and had a lot of manage with our flight cancellation but she showed zero empathy and was simply brushed us away and asked us to come back later to ask, without giving any time or more information. For the amount we paid, we definitely do expect some better service here. Scandic, if you do not want to lose your customers to a better player you have just opposite you, please retrain your staff or maybe reduce your prices.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Igor

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Artur

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Reneltta

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms need updating. Good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyson

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here so much. The included breakfast buffet was the best we’ve ever head! Would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024