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Funken Lodge

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with free breakfast, near Svalbard Church

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Near Svalbard Church, Funken Lodge offers an upscale retreat with a warm welcome. Enjoy a breakfast buffet, unwind in the sauna, or lose yourself in a good book from the library.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Business services

About the neighborhood

Located in Longyearbyen, Funken Lodge is in a rural area and on a river. Svalbard Church and Svalbard Kirke 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 snowmobiling and ice skating. Visit our Longyearbyen travel guide
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Longyearbyen, Longyearbyen, 9171

What's nearby

  • Inside the northernmost church in the world! The Svalbard church sits on a hill overlooking Longyearbyen. It's got a lovely fireside community room with wooden tables and Scandinavian-patterned cushions and then a church hall with an altar and small touches throughout that remind you exactly where you are on top of the world. It's a very nice, peaceful place to take pause.
    Svalbard Church
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Svalbard Kirke
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University Centre in Svalbard
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Svalbard Museum
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Svalbard Global Seed Vault
    8 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Longyearbyen (LYR-Svalbard)
    6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe Huskies
    16 min walk
  • Barentz Pub & Spiseri
    16 min walk
  • Fruene
    13 min walk
  • Svalbar
    11 min walk
  • Kroa
    10 min walk

About this property

Funken Lodge

Upscale hotel near Svalbard Church
Located close to Svalbard Kirke and Svalbard Museum, Funken Lodge provides a free breakfast buffet, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Funktionaermessen, serves dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and an elevator
  • Concierge services, a banquet hall, and books
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 88 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as perks like free WiFi and minibars.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heated floors, tubs or showers, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • LED light bulbs, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Funken Bar
  • Funktionaermessen

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Ski storage
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2,024 square feet of conference space
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 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
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
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

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 not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NOK 75 per person (one way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NOK 25.00 (one way), (up to 12 years old)

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

Property is also known as

Hotel Spitsbergen
Funken Lodge Longyearbyen
Spitsbergen Hotel Longyearbyen
Spitsbergen Hotel Longyearbyen Svalbard
Scandic Partner Spitsbergen Hotel Longyearbyen
Funken Longyearbyen
Scandic Partner Spitsbergen Longyearbyen
Scandic Partner Spitsbergen
Spitsbergen Longyearbyen
Funken Lodge Hotel
Funken Lodge Longyearbyen
Funken Lodge Hotel Longyearbyen

Frequently asked questions

Is Funken Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Funken Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Funken Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Funken Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of NOK 75 per person applies.

Where is Funken Lodge located?

Situated on the boardwalk/promenade, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Svalbard Church and Svalbard Kirke. University Centre in Svalbard and Svalbard Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Funken Lodge Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 371 out of 456 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 456 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 456 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 456 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 456 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were incredible in all areas; warm, helpful, and insightful. I will quite likely return to the hotel in the Summer. All facilities were immaculate and the restaurant was fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Design , good taste, great food, great service, nice vibe
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey Leane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, with well decorated spaces. The room was quite large, with a very comfortable bed and a good shower. Picture perfect views from windows. Staff really welcoming, and happy to offer advice for dining options / local insider knowledge. Very good breakfast.
View from room
bar food
View from room
Bar area
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Great location, walkable to town, great bar/dining on site as well
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay, staff very attentive
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best hotel writhin 1500 miles 😊

absolutely first rate hotel and service, One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed in. A bit pricey, but quality was unmatched. Perfect location, Far enough outside of town to avoid the masses of tourists, but close enough to walk within 10 minutes. Restaurant/food was amazing, but menu was a bit short.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Relaxed stay in lovely surroundings with friendly and attentive staff. Comfortable bed and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with lovely, caring staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, so cosy and warm.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

YI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is on a quiet spot which is not very far away from the centre. Staff are very helpful and the breakfast is amazing. Would still choose Funken lodge for next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

anni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So good. The staff is amazing, the hotel is beautiful and so lovely that its out of the main town, feels special and has a nice view. The bar menu is amazing, the steak sandwich is so so good. Short walk to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could not fault the service of the reception team, so very welcoming and helpful. Breakfast staff were so lovely also.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ezra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best hotel in svalbard

Great hptel, cozy in the dark Svalbard winter! Went into some of the other hotels in svalbard and this was definetly thebest, cozy, great staff who were very helpful, and a good breakfast!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome little hotel with great staff! Very comfy beds and a great breakfast buffet daily. We loved the cozy seating arounds on the main floor to relax and hang out in, would definitely recommend this hotel for your trip to Svalbard!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haseeb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place. The food was amazing and they did great job cleaning too
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, super cozy. Really helpful staff. Rooms are very clean and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Special hotel, very comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bit of luxury in the Arctic Circle

Had a lovely stay. Team were really friendly and helpful. Would recommend. Free snack 16 00-17.00 wity coffee or tea was a lovely touch. There was a reindeer outside our window most days, which was beautiful to see. Bed very comfy and great shower.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Franziska

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you have a chance to go, make your booking! Such a special and heartwarming place. It is the perfect cozy location to start all your adventures. 10 out of 10!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An excellent hotel. Beautifully decorated, homey and comfortable. The staff were beyond accommodating and friendly. I'd go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amzing

AMAZING! So stylish, service top notch. Breakfast to the point. The best place to stay in Svalbard
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best accomodation in Longyeabyen. Everyone in the satf is very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ingemar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel with a great view over Longyearbyen. Modern design and lot of areas for relax and a drink or coffee. Very good breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

best hotel in Longyearbyen!

Great hotel with a welcoming friendly team looking after guests. Great location overlooking the city. Easy pick up point for all the local activities. Best hotel in Longyearbyen!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aneela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and capable of answering questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024