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About the Hotel

Longyearbyen, Longyearbyen, Norway, 9171
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Steps from the Svalbard Museum
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Located only 12 minutes' walk from Thi tran Longyearbyen, the smoke-free Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren Longyearbyen features Wi-Fi in public areas and free private parking on site. This 4-star hotel is a good starting point for exploring Longyearbyen, including the Svalbard Museum, which is a mere 500 metres away.

Location

The hotel is centrally situated 3.8 km from the Svalbard Global Seed Vault. The wooden Svalbard Church is within a few blocks of the accommodation, and Svalbard airport is 5 km away.

Guests will find Ice Bear Lift cable car station about 600 metres from this Longyearbyen hotel.

Rooms

The allergy-free rooms comprise a seating area, and offer a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with coffee and tea making facilities. Bathroom essentials include a separate toilet and a shower, and such comforts as hairdryers and bath sheets. Enjoy views of the mountain, while staying at the Polfareren Longyearbyen.

Eat & Drink

The lounge bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay. The bar area includes a lounge. Karlsberger Pub is 6 minutes' stroll away.

Leisure & Business

A sundeck and a shared lounge are features of this accommodation. Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren is a perfect place to practise dog sledging and snow skiing.

Must-do experiences

  • Join a guided snowmobile tour to see the stunning Arctic landscape.
  • Taste reindeer stew at Huset, a must for your culinary journey.
  • Visit the Svalbard Museum for rich insights into local history.
  • Explore the beautiful Longyearbyen Church, a unique Arctic landmark.
  • Schedule a glacier hike with a local guide for breathtaking views.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Pluss
2 persons
230 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Superior Double Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard Double Room Separate Building
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
260 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Canoeing
  • Skiing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

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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Location

Longyearbyen, Longyearbyen, Norway, 9171
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Longyearbyen, Longyearbyen, Norway, 9171
Nearby
Museum
Svalbard Museum
1600 ft
Magdalenefjord Svalbard
2000 ft
University
University Centre in Svalbard
1600 ft
Magdalena Bay
2000 ft
Restaurants
Kroa
100 ft
Pb 150
Svalbar
0 ft
Vei 223-2
Restaurant Polfareren
400 ft
Vei 221
Stationen
1500 ft
Lompensenteret
Barentz Gastropub
1600 ft
Vei 500 2 Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen
Getting around
City Centre
Longyearbyen4 min  ·  1000 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel Svalbardl | Polfareren guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
49
Former name
svalbard hotell - polfareren
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