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Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren

4.0 star property
4-star hotel perfect for exploring Longyearbyen

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Postboks 538, Longyearbyen, Svalbard, 9171
  • Place, Svalbard Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, University Centre in Svalbard
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Svalbard Church
    ‪16 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • Mountain view
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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

Suite

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

About the neighborhood

Longyearbyen

Central Longyearbyen getaway .Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Svalbard Museum and University Centre in Svalbard. Also, Svalbard Church is within 2 miles (3 km) and Svalbard Global Seed Vault is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Svalbard Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University Centre in Svalbard - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Svalbard Church - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Svalbard Global Seed Vault - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Longyearbyen (LYR-Svalbard) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barentz Pub & Spiseri - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Huskies - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Svalbar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Radisson Blu Polar Hotel - Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kroa - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren

4-star hotel perfect for exploring Longyearbyen
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Longyearbyen hotel is smoke free.

  • 59 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2011
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren offers 59 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and spring water baths. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available.

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen
Longyearbyen
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 964 reviews
$410 nightly
The price is $410
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! 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

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NOK 250.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NOK 750.0 per night

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

How close is Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren to the airport?

Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren is 3.3 mi (5-min drive) away from the Longyearbyen (LYR-Svalbard) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren?

As of Jun 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren on Jun 28, 2026 start from $390, 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.

Does Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren.

Does Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren offer free breakfast?

Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren have a pool?

Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren does not have a pool.

Does Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren to downtown Longyearbyen?

Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren is 0.5 mi away from Longyearbyen.

Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 416 out of 602 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 161 out of 602 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 602 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 602 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 602 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jozsef Viktor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing location, cozy lobby area & rooms, fantastic breakfast. Well recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice rooms, breakfast and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect! Staff was very friendly & helpful throughout my stay! Would highly recommend Svalbard Hotell Polferen to any traveler!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel right on the Main Street. Plenty of options for food, drinks and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zsuzsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We really enjoyed our stay at the hotel. The breakfast was excellent and the rooms are very nice. The floor heating in the bathroom is a great solution and it's so comfortable when you step out of the shower. It also helps efficiently dry wet clothes. The staff is super nice, we had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Pristine room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a great location and staff was really nice. Breakfast was really good and they had hot drinks available all day long. The room was really clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was the perfect choice. Good size room, everything was nice and clean. Location was perfect right on the main street with the restaurants and shops, couldn't have been better. Also right by where the airport bus stops. Breakfast was great with a good selection, very pleased I stayed here
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes and yes
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good value. Well kept property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean room. Good starting point for tours.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Menirva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff are great especially the Filipino staffs are very helpful, polite and kind
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Marina

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

8/10 Good

Geir

Bra
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mari

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betka

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

10/10 Excellent

Magne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
😊👍
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Tibor

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
We booked a standard room which was in a separate building so we had to walk outside if we wanted to get drinking water or breakfast. Our friend also booked a standard room which was in the main building so it seems like you have to get lucky at check-in. Our room was worn down, the wifi was cutting out because of poor connection and the TV had only one channel. In the hotel none of the staff were friendly nor welcoming but the man with a mustache at the reception was straight on rude several times when I interacted with him. All in all probably there are better places to stay at on this Arctic town.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Dean A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jarkko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel indeed. Nothing bad to say about this place.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025