Our hotels in Svalbard

Explore Svalbard's untouched wilderness, take part in the abundance of offers of culture, food and shopping. Experience exciting wildlife, the Northern Lights and arctic expeditions in extreme and varied scenery. Stay at the stylish Funken Lodge.

North of the Polar circle - south of the North Pole

Svalbard is located north of the polar circle, south of the North Pole - and at the heart of your next big adventure! Svalbard is remote, exotic and extreme. Here it's the elements that prevail. Spitsbergen is the largest island in Svalbard, and this is where we find Longyearbyen, the northernmost city in the world. Surrounded by snowy landscape, you will find it rich in history, culture, exciting wildlife and activities for all.

Hotel located centrally in Longyearbyen

Our northernmost hotel, Funken Lodge, is located on Haugen in Longyearbyen with great views of Adventfjorden and the characteristic Hiortfjellet. Funken Lodge is 10 minutes by car from the airport and is a short distance to Longyearbyen city centre, activities, sights and tax-free shops.

Infinite possibilities no matter what season

Once you have finally decided to travel on a discovery trip to Svalbard, there are endless possibilities on land and at sea. With close proximity to rich and varied nature, Svalbard city can allow you to experience different things, regardless of the season. In the winter there are Northern Lights safaris, dog sledding, exploration of ice caves and fossil hunts on offer. Travel on day trips or long expeditions where you explore glaciers, mountains and fjords in the west, and arctic wilderness to the east. If you are lucky you will get a glimpse of polar bears, whales and Svalbard reindeer. In summer you can go hiking, kayaking or on boat trips through the sparkling fjords in the summer sun.

Experience the culinary delights of Svalbard

After discovering life outdoors in Svalbard, you can retreat to take a breath of calm in the ground with quieter activities indoors. Longyearbyen can tempt you with the world's northernmost beer, wine and champagne making. If you are fond of good culinary experiences, you can take part in chocolate tasting or enjoy food in Svalbard's best fine dining restaurant, Funktionærmessen Restaurant. They serve world-class international and Arctic dishes.

Customise your Svalbard experience

A good tip is to tailor your Svalbard experience by contacting the helpful staff at Funken Lodge. The staff will gladly give you tips on the many Arctic sights, and the experiences you must not miss - and even better: they can book everything for you! Make Svalbard your next destination. We promise you will not be disappointed!