Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren, Longyearbyen
Overview
Located merely 6 minutes' walk from Spitsbergen Travel, the 4-star non-smoking Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren Longyearbyen offers 49 rooms with views of the mountains. Offering dog sledding, sledging, and snow skiing in the area, this Longyearbyen hotel lies 0.3 miles from Svalbard Museum, and within 3 miles of Gruve 3.
Location
The hotel is centrally situated about a 10-minute drive from the art gallery "Galleri Svalbard". The accommodation also lies in the vicinity of the wooden Svalbard Church.
The nearby cultural experience includes Wild Photo Gallery, which is 0.4 miles away.
Basecamp bus stop is also a mere 5 minutes' walk away.
Rooms
Coffee/tea making facilities along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels are provided in each of the allergy-free rooms at the hotel. Bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower, along with such comforts as hairdryers and bath sheets.
Eat & Drink
This property features a coffee bar and Restaurant Polfareren restaurant serving contemporary cuisine. To cater to every palate, it offers a gluten free menu.
Leisure & Business
The Longyearbyen hotel also offers a sundeck and a shared lounge. Guests will appreciate snowmobile safaris arranged by this hotel.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Elevator
- 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 rental
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- 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
Recommended for:
Dog Sledding Tours
Participate in guided dog sledding expeditions across Svalbard's terrain, offered directly from the property's tour desk.
Svalbard Brewery Tasting
Sample local beers from Svalbard Brewery at the hotel's wine bar, featuring regional Arctic brews.
Hike to Larsbreen
Trek to Larsbreen glacier, 2.5 miles from Longyearbyen, with hiking equipment available for hire on site.
Visit Svalbard Museum
Explore Svalbard Museum's exhibits on Arctic history and nature, located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
Location
Convenient Location
Longyearbyen is near the Svalbard Museum, Svalbard Global Seed Vault, and Adventfjorden harbor.
Historic Neighborhood
Longyearbyen is a cultural district, showcasing its mining history with attractions like Gruve 3 and the Svalbard Museum.
Local Bites to Try
Huset, Kroa, and Svalbar serve Arctic cuisine, fine dining, and local beers in the area's pubs and restaurants.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants