Radisson Blu Polar Hotel, Spitsbergen - Longyearbyen

4-star hotel at the northernmost full-service location in Longyearbyen

Dining

Restaurant Nansen serves Arctic specialties such as reindeer ragout and international dishes alongside panoramic fjord views. Barentz Gastropub offers custom-made local brews from the region's brewery, including Gruve 3 beer, and pub food like pizzas and cheesy fries. A daily breakfast buffet with continental, vegetarian, and vegan options is served every morning.

Adventure & Activities

The hotel staff can arrange cruises, trekking, and kayaking in the surrounding fjords and mountains. Winter activities include dog sledding and glacier excursions, while summer offers hiking, bike tours, and walking tours of local culture. Tour or class about local culture is also available, and the hotel provides a boot room for Arctic gear preparation.

Wellness & Relaxation

Guests can book sessions in the outdoor hot tubs and sauna for a small fee (approx. 99 NOK per person). The hot tubs offer views of the surrounding mountains and wildlife, such as reindeer visible from the balcony. After cold hikes, the facilities provide a warm retreat, though booking is required in advance.

Rooms & Accommodations

Radisson Blu Polar Hotel, Spitsbergen offers rooms with TV and work desk, plus junior suites and one-bedroom suites with separate living areas and panoramic mountain or fjord views. Superior rooms feature heated bathroom floors, bathrobes, and slippers; suites include Nespresso machines and chaise longues. The hotel also provides allergy-free rooms and family rooms with extra space.

Hotel Highlights

As the northernmost full-service hotel in the world, Radisson Blu Polar Hotel offers a Northern Lights wake-up service for guests during winter months. A dedicated boot room allows guests to prepare Arctic gear before excursions, and the Barentz Gastropub claims the title of the most northern pub in the world. The hotel is located 200 m from the Svalbard Museum and 3 km from Svalbard Airport, with an airport shuttle bus stopping directly in front.

• Location: Northernmost full-service hotel, 200 m from Svalbard Museum
• Rooms: Rooms with TV and work desk, junior suites and one-bedroom suites available
• Dining: Restaurant Nansen serves Arctic specialties and international dishes; Barentz Gastropub offers custom local brews
• Wellness: Outdoor hot tubs and sauna bookable for a fee
• Activities: Staff arranges cruises, dog sledding, glacier excursions, and trekking
• Unique: Northern Lights wake-up service for guests during winter months