Located close to Svalbard Museum and University Centre in Svalbard, Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen provides a terrace, shopping on site, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the 2 hot tubs. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant Nansen, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.
Located in Longyearbyen, Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen is in the city center and on the boardwalk/promenade. Svalbard Museum and Pomor Museum are cultural highlights, while Chapel is a notable landmark. University Centre in Svalbard and Svalbard Church are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and snowmobiling. Visit our Longyearbyen travel guide
Vei 229-3, Longyearbyen, 9171
What's nearby
Svalbard Church
11 min walk - 0.9 km
University Centre in Svalbard
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Svalbard Museum
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Svalbard Global Seed Vault
7 min drive - 5.8 km
Getting around
Longyearbyen (LYR-Svalbard)
5 min drive
Restaurants
Barentz Pub & Spiseri
1 min walk
Cafe Huskies
2 min walk
Radisson Blu Polar Hotel - Restaurant
1 min walk
Funken Bar
16 min walk
Kroa
6 min walk
About this property
Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen
Upscale hotel near Svalbard Museum
Located close to University Centre in Svalbard and Svalbard Church, Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen provides a terrace, shopping on site, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the 2 hot tubs. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant Nansen, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Free self parking
A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and a 24-hour front desk
A gift shop, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 128 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
40-inch TVs with cable channels
Wardrobes/closets, eco-friendly cleaning products, and free infant beds
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Couples/private dining
Restaurants on site
Barentz Pub
Restaurant Nansen
Things to do
2 hot tubs
Bicycle tours
Sauna
Shopping
Ski storage
Family friendly
In-room crib
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Water dispenser
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
2,475 square feet of conference space
4 meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
In the mountains
On the boardwalk/promenade
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
No elevator
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
More
2 buildings
3 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1994
Comprehensive food waste policy
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Fireplace in lobby
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
Non-plastic drinking straws available
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoking not allowed
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free crib
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Electric kettle
More
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Heating (climate-controlled)
Laptop workspace
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NOK 300.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: NOK 100 per person (one-way)
Airport shuttle fee per child: NOK 40 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
Rollaway bed fee: NOK 300.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson)
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Frequently asked questions
Is Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen?
As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen on Sep 13, 2026 start from ₩415,300, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Does Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs at scheduled times. A fee of NOK 100 per person applies.
Where is Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen located?
Located in the heart of Longyearbyen, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Svalbard Museum and University Centre in Svalbard. Svalbard Church is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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