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The 8 best hotels in Kirkenes, Norway
Far up in the northernmost stretch of Norway—even further North than the Arctic Circle—lies Kirkenes. As you might imagine, there’s plenty to do in the winter months. Ride a husky-drawn sled under the splendor of the Northern Lights. Say hi to the reindeer at a wildlife preserve or go on an ice fishing expedition. Enjoy a succulent meal of King crab and cap it all off with an ice-cold shot of vodka at the Snowhotel.
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1. Thon Hotel Kirkenes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 909 reviews
Thon Hotel Kirkenes is a new and modern hotel located by the sea in Kirkenes. The city center is a 5 minute walk away with small shops, cafes and restaurants. The hotel has a restaurant, bar, conference area and outdoor terrace with fantastic views. The restaurant 69’north is specialized in local food such as king crab, reindeer and salmon.
A great place to stop over
Reviewed By C1401XSjohnmThis hotel is really excellent with brilliant breakfast, delicious dinner and a lovely location. Also they have superb staff. It is simply perfect if you are going on the Coastal Voyage south and need a stopover the night before. The only downside is that Kirkenes, although an interesting place for a brief visit with a pretty savage WW2 history, is really not a holiday destination so I wouldn’t come here for a week.
2. Snowhotel Kirkenes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 556 reviews
Welcome to Winter Wonderland! 20 dreamlike rooms uniquely carved by master ice sculptors from around the world. Enjoy an unforgettable dinner and a night cap in the ice bar. Sleep safely and warm in thermal sleeping bags, in complete arctic stillness. Our snow hotel is open 20.12-20.04. Our Gamme cabins are open all year round. Inspired by the traditional Lapland hunting and fishing hut “gamme” found in the Sami areas of the Arctic. All cabins are equipped as small jewels - air conditioning, underfloor heating, bathroom with Aurora wall. Be sure to visit our Winter Park: our reindeer, dogyard with its 200 huskies. Stop by Gabba Cafe for lunch. Prebook and enjoy a 3 course dinner in the magnificent Laven restaurant. Last but not least, visit the surreal Snowhotel. We also arrange northern lights tours, snowmobile safaris, ice fishing and snowshoe walking tours, the infamous Kirkenes King Crab Safari and numerous Husky activities.
Super unique and amazing experience!
Reviewed By Tgres634Staying at the Snowhotel is such an incredibly unique experience! I highly recommend it! The staff are amazing and make your experience super personalized. I stayed one night in an ice room and one night in a cabin! The dogsledding tour was so much fun… same with the king crabs (I don’t think I have ever tasted crabs that good in my life)! The cabin was beautiful with an awesome view and super clean. The ice room has shared facilities in the main building just s short walk away from the ice area (it is attached to the the ice hotel so you don’t have to walk outside). They give you a sheet and a sleeping bag and I slept 8+ hours and never felt cold! Breakfast and dinner are provided and the food was excellent! If you are looking for a super unique experience it is definitely worth the trip!
3. Scandic Kirkenes
Overall Ratings
4 based on 680 reviews
The hotel is centrally located, close to the Snow Hotel and the Varanger museum. Take a trip on snowmobiles, ATVs or dog sleds along the Russian border. Flexible meeting and conference facilities. Why not finish off with a session at our spa, which offers a swimming pool and a sauna? Scandic Kirkenes offers a whole host of possibilities for anyone who wants to explore the region. The hotel has flexible meeting facilities, with 10 rooms and capacity for up to 450 guests. Set aside some time to visit our spa with swimming pool and sauna. If you are arriving by car, we have many outdoor parking spaces. Free WiFi for all hotel guests. With its ideal location and access to authentic Norwegian nature, Scandic Kirkenes is perfect for anyone looking for a fantastic experience, whether you are on holiday or at your next conference. Try out king-crab fishing or a snowmobile safari when you visit us. We can also recommend a husky dog tour for experiencing the majestic nature of Kirkenes.
Midnight sun
Reviewed By luglan474852Superb experience to travel around i Finnmark in such a nice weather. 3 days sunshine both at the coast and inland - Karasjokk. Even through Finlland the third day back to Kirkenes and a nice hotel before gonig back to bergen the following morning.
4. Kirkenes Hotel
Overall Ratings
3 based on 34 reviews
Cozy little hotel in city center, one of the older buildings in Kirkenes. Single rooms at 695 nok a night, and double rooms at 925 nok a night.we have free parking for our guests,and free wifi. They can have a tasteful dinner at our restaurant with 10% discount.
Simple, clean, and nice staff
Reviewed By ViaggialiberaRooms are simple but clean, that is all what I need and whay I expect from a low budget hotel. It is in a good position nearby the shopping center and restaurants (the hotel has also a restaurant). What I really appreciate is the kindness of the staff. They were really nice and welcoming!
5. Scandic Kirkenes
Overall Ratings
4 based on 680 reviews
The hotel is centrally located, close to the Snow Hotel and the Varanger museum. Take a trip on snowmobiles, ATVs or dog sleds along the Russian border. Flexible meeting and conference facilities. Why not finish off with a session at our spa, which offers a swimming pool and a sauna? Scandic Kirkenes offers a whole host of possibilities for anyone who wants to explore the region. The hotel has flexible meeting facilities, with 10 rooms and capacity for up to 450 guests. Set aside some time to visit our spa with swimming pool and sauna. If you are arriving by car, we have many outdoor parking spaces. Free WiFi for all hotel guests. With its ideal location and access to authentic Norwegian nature, Scandic Kirkenes is perfect for anyone looking for a fantastic experience, whether you are on holiday or at your next conference. Try out king-crab fishing or a snowmobile safari when you visit us. We can also recommend a husky dog tour for experiencing the majestic nature of Kirkenes.
Midnight sun
Reviewed By luglan474852Superb experience to travel around i Finnmark in such a nice weather. 3 days sunshine both at the coast and inland - Karasjokk. Even through Finlland the third day back to Kirkenes and a nice hotel before gonig back to bergen the following morning.
6. Sollia Lodge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 125 reviews
Accommodation just outside Kirkenes. Sollia Gjestegard is situated next to the Russian border, only 20 minutes from Kirkenes. Good standard cabins and double rooms in nature surroundings. Mini kitchen in each unit, included cooking equippent. We also offer half- or full pension. Local homemade food. We have a relax area with outdoor jacuzzi and sauna with a nice view to Russia. Our Gapahuken Restaurant offers local specialities and it opens up to a large terrace with panoramic lake views. Open for ala carte from June to August. Rest of the year open for groups and guest staying at Sollia Gjestegård at request only.
Bankrupt
Reviewed By 401natasciagUnfortunately the Sollia lodge went bankrupt the first week of March. We only found out a day before we would check in, so we had to find another hotel, which we luckily did. It’s a pity. Seemed to be a nice place.
7. Barents Frokosthotel
Overall Ratings
2.5 based on 65 reviews
Just OK for couple of hours...
Reviewed By globajetsetThe location is the only great place - just in the center of Kirkines and literally next door to the taxi service. Overall we stayed there just 6 hours waiting for our late evening flight after we disembarked from Hurtigruten and this place served the needs we had: leave the luggage while we had a walk in the town, had some short nap and have access to bathroom. The check-in and out was pretty quick and hassle free. Overall it was ok for couple of hours, but I would not stay there overnight. We arrived a little earlier and we were given a choice of a room with shared bathroom immediately or our room with en-suite bathroom. As we stayed only for 6 hours overall (during the day) we decided it would be fine to get the available room. However, we found the shared bathroom to be rather dirty and on another floor. The common room was full of people loudly speaking, warming food, etc. The room was tiny, but it was ok for us. Overall it felt a hostel rather than a hotel.
8. Jarfjord Sea Resort
Overall Ratings
1 based on 1 reviews
No attention or care
Reviewed By CaosrobiWe stayed here and it was not nice at all. First they charged our credit card without explanation. Then we were left on our own. There was nobody at reception, breakfast was a plastic plate by the door under the snow (we did not see it until the snow had melted) and at night there was a blackout and that lasted several hours. Nobody came to check if we were okay, or to bring candles. We don’t mind paying money for a nice hotel, but this is a rip-off.
