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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
Suite | Living area | LCD TV
Lobby sitting area
Premium bedding, individually decorated, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

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

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Standard Double Plus Room

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

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

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

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Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Suite

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

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

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

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

  • University Centre in Svalbard - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Svalbard Museum - 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
  • ‪Fruene - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kroa - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Svalbar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Barentz Pub & Spiseri - ‬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 tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a terrace, a TV in a common area, and a banquet hall.
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.

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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
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • 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)

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 within a short 9-minute walk of Svalbard Museum. Svalbard Global Seed Vault is also within a driving distance of 3.5 mi.

Will I be able to park 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 amenities will couples enjoy at Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren?

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

Does Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren?

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

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. 394 out of 568 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 568 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 568 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 568 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 568 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

Mercy Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personally my rating 10/10 specially the staff they’re so helpful and courteous. Overall perfect! Coming back to Longyearbyen, Svalbard for another trip I won’t hesitate booking again to this hotel and would recommend to my friends who are travelers too.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betka

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous property. Very cosy rooms. Friendly staff and very welcoming. Great breakfast in the morning and free tea and coffee all day in the warm and cosy atrium. We’ll be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando, Houston

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay in Longyearbyen. Nice property and staff. Within walking distance of all the major spots in the "downtown" area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room is bit small, however the matress is too soft for us.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Admir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful one-night stay at Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren. The cozy atmosphere and friendly staff made it memorable. I especially loved the practice of taking shoes off inside—it really added to the comfort and cleanliness of the space. Highly recommend for a unique and relaxing stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Great Hotel in Longyearbyen

Great hotel, clean and easy walk to all areas of town. Tourist Information Centre across the road. We’ll be back.
Hotel Svalbard
Coffee in the room with a chocolate bear
Town limits
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

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

Great Stay

Stayed three nights. Everything worked. Had a room facing the back - quiet. Cozy (small) lobby sitting area, coffee/tea available all day. The breakfast was delicious and a very wide variety.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

lesley

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location nice staff City unkept, but then you are near the North Pole
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent bathroom - good shower.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marina, St Petersburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
convenient location, great staff, nice breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mari, Evansville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, nice rooms, helpful staff, right on the main "downtown" street with all the shops and restaurants, close to everything
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Erich

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Hotel war zentral gelegen. Unterkunft sauber und ruhig. Das Personal an der Rezeption war eher distanziert und nüchtern.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Viktor

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

Central Location With Nice Cosy Rooms

The hotel is at the central. There is a bus coming and taking people to the hotel and back to airport. The staff is friendly and helpful. Restaurants and shops are near.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cosy, friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

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