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1. Coal Miners Cabins

Coal Miners Cabins
2.5 star property
Longyearbyen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (692 reviews)
"The best breakfast,clean room"
United States
Wojciech
$99 nightly
The price is $99
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Coal Miners Cabins
A building with a sign reading "Valbard Hotel" and "The Vault".

2. Svalbard Hotell - The Vault

Svalbard Hotell - The Vault
3.0 star property
Longyearbyen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (478 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. Comfy bed, lots of pillows. The restaurant for dinner was pleasant and the included breakfast was great. Nice clean hotel with friendly, helpful staff."
United States
Edward
$189 nightly
The price is $189
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Svalbard Hotell - The Vault
A wooden pathway leading to a rustic interior with a deer head and antlers display.

3. Mary-Ann's Polarrigg

Mary-Ann's Polarrigg
2.5 star property
Longyearbyen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (427 reviews)
"Confortable room. Great bar. Good location"
United States
Melissa
$172 nightly
The price is $172
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
Mary-Ann's Polarrigg
A modern hotel with a large glass window and a sign reading "Svalbard Hotel".

4. Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren

Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren
4.0 star property
Longyearbyen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (631 reviews)
"Very pleasant hotel."
United States
David
$253 nightly
The price is $253
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Svalbard Hotell - Polfareren
A modern lounge area with leather seating, large windows, and a view of the cityscape.

5. Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen

Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen
4.0 star property
Longyearbyen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United Kingdom
Michael
$277 nightly
The price is $277
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen
Breakfast buffet

6. Funken Lodge

Funken Lodge
4.0 star property
Longyearbyen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (508 reviews)
"Good location, short easy walk to town center. Very nice rooms, restaurant and lounge areas."
United States
James M
$431 nightly
The price is $431
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Funken Lodge
A rustic cabin interior with a wooden staircase, a dining table, and a large window with curtains.

7. Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel

Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel
3.5 star property
Longyearbyen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (73 reviews)
"Had a super lovely stay at the Basecamp Hotel. Staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, lovely and cosy atmosphere at the hotel with great breakfast. It was quiet and located conveniently. Absolutely recommend staying there."
United Kingdom
Mel
$248 nightly
The price is $248
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Basecamp Spitsbergen Hotel
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with white bedding, and a brown throw blanket.

8. Svalbard Hotell - Lodge

Svalbard Hotell - Lodge
4.0 star property
Longyearbyen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (86 reviews)
"Nice facilities, very spacious room! Shower was really nice, also contained a washing machine and dishwasher (powder and tablets for both included). Super convenient as shops very nearby and easy for tour/activity pickups."
United Kingdom
Anna
$271 nightly
The price is $271
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Svalbard Hotell - Lodge
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Top Longyearbyen Hotel Reviews

Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen

Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely hotel with very friendly staff. Pub was great with good food. Our room had a fantastic view and was very comfortable."
Cassandra 4-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen

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Longyearbyen Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,906
Accommodation
2 Hostels
Lowest Price
$99
Highest Price
$431

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Longyearbyen?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save more for exploring. You'll find local tours and more activities to enjoy while you're here.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget prices, and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Longyearbyen?
Based on our customers' reviews, these Longyearbyen hostels have the best ratings: Gjestehuset 102 - your home away from home! - You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as free parking. You'll find towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms. Polar Fox Long Term Accommodation - Hostel - You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as free parking.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Longyearbyen?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 37°F, while the coldest months are March and February with an average of 10°F. The snowiest months in Longyearbyen are February, November, March, and January, with each month seeing an average of 14 inches of snowfall.
What is there to see and do in Longyearbyen?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to check out these things around Longyearbyen. Cultural attractions include Svalbard Museum. Additional attractions include Svalbard Church, University Centre in Svalbard, and Svalbard Global Seed Vault.
What's the best way to get to and around Longyearbyen while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Longyearbyen on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Longyearbyen (LYR-Svalbard), 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away from the city center.

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