Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren (Longyearbyen, NO) from 169 £/night

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Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren - Longyearbyen

Longyearbyen, Longyearbyen, Norway, 9171·View on map

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Overall Score

Great

8.9Great

Location9.7

Cleanliness9.3

Comfort9.3

Free WiFi9.2

Staff9.2

Who stays here

Couples44%

Solo25%

Families18%

Groups12%

Overview

Overall Score

Great

8.9Great

Location9.7

Cleanliness9.3

Comfort9.3

Free WiFi9.2

Staff9.2

Who stays here

Couples44%

Solo25%

Families18%

Groups12%

Centrally located Longyearbyen hotel offering Asian, French and Nordic cuisine, a shoe-free policy, and organized Arctic excursions

Dining

Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren Longyearbyen houses the Polfareren Restaurant, which offers a menu of Nordic, French, and Asian inspired dishes. The restaurant serves beers from Svalbard Brewery and wines from the wine bar. Live music entertainment is provided during dinner hours.

Rooms & Comfort

The hotel features individually decorated rooms with premium bedding. Heated bathroom floors keep guests warm after outdoor excursions. A shoe-free policy applies throughout the property, with slippers provided for indoor use.

Location & Excursions

Svalbard Hotell Polfareren is centrally located in Longyearbyen, within walking distance of the Svalbard Museum and Spitsbergen Airship Museum. The hotel operates a tour desk that arranges snowmobile safaris, dog sledding, and ski equipment hire. Most guided tours offer pickup directly from the hotel entrance.

Hotel Services

Svalbard Hotell & Lodge provides a 24-hour front desk, tour desk, and concierge service. Board games and puzzles are available in the shared lounge/TV area. Meeting and banquet facilities are offered for business or group events.

Transport & Accessibility

A complimentary airport shuttle service is available from Svalbard Airport, which is 5 km away. The hotel offers free private parking on site, including accessible parking spaces. Allergy-free rooms and facilities for disabled guests are provided.

Restaurant: Polfareren Restaurant with Nordic, French, and Asian menu
Rooms: Heated bathroom floors and individually decorated rooms with premium bedding
Location: Central Longyearbyen, steps from Svalbard Museum and tour pickups
Service: Complimentary airport shuttle and free private parking
Unique: Shoe-free policy, tailored Arctic excursions, and live music at dinner

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-23:59

until 11:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs NOK 250.0 per person.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of rooms:49

Former name

svalbard hotell - polfareren

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Rooms and availability

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Standard Separate Building Double Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower
Heating

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Superior Double Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower
Coffee machine

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Standard Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid shuttle service

Flat-screen TV

Lift

Sports & Fitness

Canoeing
Skiing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling

Services

Paid shuttle service
Room service
Housekeeping
Ski equipment hire
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Public Bath

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren

💵 Lowest room price	169 £
📏 Distance to centre	300 m
✈️ Distance to airport	6.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Svalbard, lyr

Location

Longyearbyen, Longyearbyen, Norway, 9171

Address

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Longyearbyen, Longyearbyen, Norway, 9171

Map view

Longyearbyen, Longyearbyen, Norway, 9171

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Church

Svalbard Church

1.1 km

Landmark

Thi tran Longyearbyen

960 m

Landmark

Svalbard Husky AS

960 m

Gallery

Galleri Svalbard

2.4 km

Landmark

Svalbard Bryggeri AS

2.2 km

Landmark

Adventfjorden

2.8 km

Landmark

Longyearbyen Kunst og handverksenter

3.8 km

Landmark

Svalbard Global Seed Vault

3.9 km

Landmark

Larsbreen

4.1 km

Landmark

Gruve 3

4.9 km

Landmark

Longyearbreen

4.7 km

Museum

Svalbard Museum

460 m

Magdalenefjord Svalbard

580 m

University

University Centre in Svalbard

460 m

Magdalena Bay

580 m

Restaurant

Kroa

10 m

Restaurant

Svalbar

0 m

Restaurant

Restaurant Polfareren

100 m

Restaurant

Stationen

440 m

Restaurant

Barentz Gastropub

480 m

Reviews of Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren

8.9 /10

Great

FAQ about Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren hotel?

During their stay at the Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren hotel guests can visit Gruve 3 (4.8 km), Longyearbreen (5 km) as well as Thi tran Longyearbyen (1 km) among others.

Is airport shuttle provided by the 4-star Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren?

Shuttle is one of the services offered by the 4-star Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.

Can we park our car at Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren?

Yes, Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren provides parking spaces on site.

Can I have lunch or dinner next to the Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren?

For an evening meal near the Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren, guests can go to Karlsberger Pub restaurant placed a 6-minute walk from the property or Fruene Kaffe og Vinbar restaurant located 150 meters away).

Does the hotel serve breakfast?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.

What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the hotel?

Guests of the hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.

How much does a room at the 4-star Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren hotel cost?

The price for a room in the 4-star Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren hotel starts at $228.

What payment methods are available in Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren hotel?

At Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren hotel, you can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and Maestro.

What are the room types offered by the 4-star Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren?

The 4-star Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren provides such room types as Superior King Room, Deluxe King Suite, and Deluxe Queen Room.

Which facilities are included in the rooms at the hotel?

Every room at the hotel includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' entertainment.

Does the Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren provide business facilities?

Yes, for business travellers the Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren provides computers and a photocopier.

Which facilities does the hotel provide?

Top locations of the hotel include a restaurant and a gift shop, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security.