Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Longyearbyen with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Standard Triple Room | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Reception
Lobby
Exterior detail
Front of property

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
Longyearbyen, Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, 9171
  • Svalbard Museum
    â€Ș10 min walk‬
  • University Centre in Svalbard
    â€Ș10 min walk‬
  • Svalbard Church
    â€Ș12 min walk‬
  • Longyearbyen (LYR-Svalbard)
    â€Ș6 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Standard Triple Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Suite

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Room (Loft)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Longyearbyen

Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel places you within a 10-minute stroll of Svalbard Museum and University Centre in Svalbard. This 16-room, 3.5-star hotel has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Svalbard Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University Centre in Svalbard - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Svalbard Church - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Svalbard Kirke - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Svalbard Global Seed Vault - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Longyearbyen (LYR-Svalbard) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • â€ȘCafe Huskies - ‬8 min walk
  • â€ȘKroa - ‬1 min walk
  • â€ȘBarentz Pub & Spiseri - ‬6 min walk
  • â€ȘKarlsberger Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • â€ȘFruene - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel

Hotel in Longyearbyen with free breakfast and a restaurant
Guests of Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a meeting room. Free parking is included with your stay. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include a library, a TV in a common area, and a gift shop.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Norwegian, Spanish, Swedish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Kroa Svalbard

Things to do

  • Library
  • Shopping mall
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from February 12 2026 to February 16 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NOK 500.0 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Basecamp Spitsbergen
Basecamp Hotel Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, Svalbard
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel?

Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel?

As of Jun 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel on Jun 28, 2025 start from $451.59, 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 see close to Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel?

This hotel is located in Longyearbyen, a short 8-minute walk from Svalbard Museum and also 13 minutes on foot from Svalbard Church. You'll also find Svalbard Kirke and Spitsbergen Airship Museum less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress and a rainfall showerhead as well as a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel?

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

Does Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel serves free buffet breakfast at Kroa Svalbard each morning.

Does Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel?

The closest major airport to Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel is Longyearbyen (LYR-Svalbard), which is 3.4 mi away (6 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel.

Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our stay here. It is a unique place — much more interesting than a crowded hotel. The breakfast was extraordinary, the staff helpful and friendly, and I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikhil

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and wonderful.atmosphere. The breakfast was phenomenal.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre

Traveled with family
Very special place to stay in Svalbard. .
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Barnaby

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

Very cosy

Wonderful and cosy comfortable place to stay. We had a 5 night stay and would have been nice to have had our room serviced at least a couple of times but not once?.? Bathroom a little too small, i struggled in the tiny shower cubicle. Beds excellent and super cosy! Breakfast very good.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, great rooms, lovely atmosphere, brilliant team. Highly recommend. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Jill

Breakthrough Case!

The pandemic doomed our Wedding Anniversary travel to Svalbard and in fact we never made it. Though we had a “nonrefundable” reservation, we were unable to —reschedule—(they are not the same thing!!!) our plans we had travel insurance. We wanted no reimbursement. We just wanted to set a new date. Our Finnair flights plans changed several times, making our stop on Svalbard not possible. Our disappointment was great. Basecamp, which really does look amazing!!!, would not allow us to reschedule on our original booking. Basecamp offered to send a letter about our not staying in the hotel and so I forwarded that to the travel insurance, which was to no affect.. We were out a thousand dollars and felt there was no recourse in sight. I really only write positive reviews. This planning was just a victim of Covid and even though I was “vaccinated” (travel insurance), I still got sick (charged the full amount).
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location for resturaunts and makes for easy pick-up for activities. Staff were very friendly and helped me book activities with local companies. Good breakfast options available including oat milk and fruit if you want to avoid animal products. Room was quirky and clean, with plenty of space if you have lots of luggage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Kjetil

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

10/10 Excellent

Glenn Arnt

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

👍

Fantastisk sted.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tove

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Et fantastisk hotel, flott og delikat frokost og spennende rom! Anbefales!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greger

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

Mitt första val.

Ett helt fantastiskt boende som passar bra in i miljön ! Rummen har en interiör med kÀnsla att bo i en hydda/jaktstuga men med samtliga bekvÀmligheter. VÀldigt bra frukostbuffé !
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henri

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aivan mahtava paikka ja tÀytti tÀydellisesti meidÀn seurueen odotukset. HyvÀt aamupalat ja kaikki oli ystÀvÀllisiÀ. Terveisin Henri
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Therese

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

Fantastisk

Unikt sted med fantastisk beliggenhet, vi kommer garantert tilbake og kommer til Ä bo pÄ samme sted. Hele familien storkoste seg der.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Veldig koselig hotel - Den beste beliggenheten i Longeyearbyen. Det som virkelig stod ut var betjeningen - bÄde i resepsjonen og i frokost salen - det var fantastisk hyggeligenog hjelpsom. Vi kommer helt sikkert tilbake Mvh Hugo Ulstein med Fam
GlĂžgg/Gluwein I resepsjonen đŸ’«đŸ’«
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

FĂžrjulsstemning

Stemningsfullt lite hotell i gjennomfĂžrt stil. Vakkert interiĂžr, god frukost, hyggelig personale, varm atmosfĂŠre.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivar

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

Beste hotell

Longyearbyens beste hotell - pÄ alle mÄter.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik

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

Langhelg i september, tre voksne. KjempefornĂžyd!

Vi er et par med voksen datter som valgte dette hotellet for en langhelg pÄ Svalbard. Vi er utrolig fornÞyd! Veldig hyggelig betjening, spennende rom og god frokost. Dette var i september, sÄ det var en svÊrt stille og rolig atmosfÊre pÄ hotellet, noe som passet oss godt. Vi velger definitvt dette hotellet neste gang pÄ Svalbard!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy-Ove

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kjetil

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Torleif

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022