Thon Hotel Lofoten Svolvær, Svolvær ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Torget, Svolvær, Norway, 8300

Thon Hotel Lofoten offers a distinctive blend of comfort and access to local culture, situated in Svolvær harbour with a scenic backdrop. This 4-star hotel features the restaurant Paleo Arctic, known for its use of locally sourced ingredients, and the Styrhuset Pub, recognized as the informal meeting place of Svolvær since the late 1980s.

Rooms & Amenities

Guestrooms at Thon Hotel Lofoten are equipped with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and premium bedding, alongside free WiFi and laptop-friendly workspaces. Various room types are available, including Standard Rooms, Business Rooms featuring Nespresso machines, and Panorama Suites offering views of the harbour or mountains.

Dining & Leisure

Dining options include the on-site Restaurant Paleo Arctic, which specializes in regional dishes like dried cod and Lofoten lamb, and the Styrhuset Pub, where guests can watch sports on big screens. A complimentary breakfast buffet is offered daily, recognized as one of Norway’s best.

Services & Business Facilities

The hotel provides various services including a 24-hour front desk, room service, and facilities for disabled guests. Meeting and event spaces are available, including a banquet hall and conference rooms, alongside car parking options.

Location & Transportation

Thon Hotel Lofoten is conveniently located within walking distance to Svolvær's attractions, such as Lofoten War Memorial Museum and Galleri Dagfinn Bakke. Svolvær Helle Airport is 6 miles away, with bus services available nearby, ensuring easy access for guests.

“Nestled right by the harbor, this hotel offers stunning views and easy access to the city's vibrant attractions.”view full review

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“Excellent hotel with a superb breakfast and friendly staff.” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(9.6)

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 12 pm

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site at NOK 200 per day.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

All visitors are offered a buffet breakfast for a fee.

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets are allowed on request.

English, German, Spanish, Norwegian

Year renovated:2009

Number of floors:10

Number of rooms:161

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Corner King Suite

Max:

1 person

24 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Standard Room with 1 Single Bed

Max:

1 person

18 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

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Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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City Center

Svolvær1400 ft

Airports

Svolvaer Helle (SVJ) 3.6 mi

Leknes (LKN) 42.1 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast buffet was excellent, with a wide variety of tasty options that catered to different preferences.” view full review

Relaxing Sauna

“The sauna facilities were enjoyable, providing a perfect way to unwind after a long day of exploring.” view full review

Stunning Views

“The room offered amazing views, making it a joy to gaze out the window and enjoy the scenery.” view full review

Refreshing Shower

“The shower provided an excellent water pressure, making for a refreshing and invigorating experience during my stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Baggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Elevator
Electric vehicle charging station

Services

Room service
Dry cleaning

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cribs

Room features

Mini-bar
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Torget, Svolvær, Norway, 8300

Map view

Torget, Svolvær, Norway, 8300

City landmarks

Fiskergata 36 Fiskergata 36

Magic Ice Lofoten

1.2 mi

Island

Svinoya

2400 ft

Furuveien 1

Lofoten Lights

1.2 mi

Svolvaergeita

1.2 mi

Svolvaer

Floya

1.4 mi

Floyfjellet

1.5 mi

Austvågøya

Tjeldbergtind

1.7 mi

Nedre Svolvaervatnet

1.5 mi

Svolvær

Fiskerkona

1.7 mi

Prestvatnet

2.1 mi

Church

Kabelvag Church

2.4 mi

Church

Vagan Church

2.3 mi

Kongstindan

2.4 mi

Djupfjordvatnet

2.6 mi

Bay

Husvagen

2.7 mi

Gallery

Lille Kabelvag art gallery and museum

2.7 mi

Storvagan

The Lofoten Museum

3.3 mi

Gallery

The Espolin Gallery

3.3 mi

Nearby

Museums

Lofoten War Memorial Museum

1400 ft

Torget 20

Northern Norway Art Centre

1400 ft

Gallery

Galleri Dagfinn Bakke

1400 ft

Restaurants

Styrhuset Pub

100 ft

Torget O.j Kaarbøesgate 5

Paleo Arctic

200 ft

Torget

Du Verden

500 ft

Havnepromenaden

Peppes Pizza

500 ft

2 Torget

Restaurant Nihao

900 ft

12B John E. Paulsens gate

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Scenic Views

Central Location

Limited Dining Options

Additional Amenities Needed

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

8.8

Location

9.6

Service

8.8

Dining

8.2

William

United Kingdom, April 2024

8.4/10

The hotel offers exceptional views of the North Norwegian mountains and Svolvaer's harbor. The rooms feature a nice modern design with good views, but there are some minor drawbacks in terms of value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms provide an exceptional view of the North Norwegian mountains and a great view over Svolvaer's harbor. They are nicely designed and offer a good view.

Service

9.0

The service was prompt and attentive to our requests, including room service and dry cleaning.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location next to the Hurtigruten pier in the center of Svolvaer is perfect for easy access to the harbor and all the excursions.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was delightful with good vegetarian options and a great water view. Some may find the price slightly high for the value offered.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a range of facilities for a comfortable stay, including different hot pot dishes.

Bill

United States of America, April 2024

8.8/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, boasting exceptional views of the north Norwegian mountains. The modern design and all necessities provided in the room made my experience truly comfortable. However, the dining options could be more diverse. The location in the harbor at the center of Svolvaer was unbeatable, offering easy access to everything I needed.

Rooms

9.0

The room had an exceptional view of the north Norwegian mountains and was elegantly designed with all the necessary amenities.

Service

9.0

The service was impeccable, and the staff was always prompt to fulfill any request I had during my stay.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly situated in the harbor in the center of Svolvaer, making it a convenient and accessible location for exploring the area.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delightful with good vegetarian options and a stunning water view, although more variety in the menu could enhance the experience.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had all the necessary facilities for a pleasant stay, though some additional amenities could add to the overall guest experience.

Scenic Views

Limited Dining Options

Bob

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.0/10

The hotel had really comfortable beds and great views, but the service could use improvement. The location was perfect, right in the harbor at the central square, with easy access to various activities. The dining experience was lovely, offering good vegetarian options and a great water view. Overall, a decent stay with some room for enhancement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were really comfortable, especially the bed, and offered fantastic views through big windows.

Service

7.0

Service was good, especially when we made specific requests, but there is room for improvement overall.

Location

9.0

The hotel is perfectly situated in the harbor at the central square of Svolvaer, providing a great view of the boat we had just left and easy access to the main bus stop.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was delightful, with good vegetarian options and a great water view.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities were satisfactory, providing what we needed during our stay.

Maggie

United Kingdom, November 2023

9.0/10

I had a fantastic stay at this hotel! The rooms were really comfortable with a nice modern design and an exceptional view of the North Norwegian mountains. The service was top-notch, accommodating all our requests promptly. The hotel's location is perfectly situated in Svolvær harbor, making it convenient for boat trips to the Troll fjord. The dining experience was delightful, with live piano music and great vegetarian options. Overall, a great place to stay in Svolvær!

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were really comfortable with a nice modern design and exceptional views of the North Norwegian mountains.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, always willing to assist with any requests we had.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location in Svolvær harbor is perfect for exploring the area and starting boat trips to the Troll fjord.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was superb with live piano music and a variety of delicious options for all tastes.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great, and the hotel provided everything we needed for a comfortable stay.

Ryan

United Kingdom, October 2023

9.0/10

The hotel offers breathtaking views of the North Norwegian mountains. The service was prompt and catered to our needs efficiently. The location is perfectly situated right on the wharf in the center of Svolvaer, offering easy access to surrounding attractions. The dining experience was delightful, with live piano music adding to the ambiance. However, the lack of certain facilities was noticeable.

Rooms

10.0

My room had an exceptional view of the North Norwegian mountains.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, accommodating all our requests promptly.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly situated right on the wharf in the center of Svolvaer, offering easy access to surrounding attractions.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was delightful, with live piano music adding a charming touch.

Facilities

7.0

Some facilities were lacking compared to expectations.

Breathtaking views

Lacking facilities

George

United States of America, September 2023

9.0/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The breathtaking view of the North Norwegian mountains from my room was unforgettable. The bed was incredibly comfortable, making my stay even better. The only downside was the price, slightly on the higher side, but considering the exceptional view and comfort, it was worth it.

Rooms

9.0

The room had all the necessities and an exceptional view of the North Norwegian mountains. The bed was really comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, fulfilling all our requests promptly. The room service and dry cleaning were very convenient.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly located in the harbor in the center of Svolvaer, making it convenient for exploring the town and starting excursions. Being next to the Hurtigruten pier was a big plus.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was fantastic with good vegetarian options and a great water view. The live piano music added a touch of elegance to our meals.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great, meeting all our needs. Everything was well-maintained and provided a sense of luxury.

breathtaking view

pricey

John

United States of America, September 2023

9.0/10

I had an amazing stay at this hotel! The rooms were really comfortable with exceptional views of the North Norwegian mountains and big windows to enjoy the great scenery. The location was perfect right in the harbor in the center of Svolvaer, making it convenient to explore the Lofoten Islands. The dining experience was delightful with live piano music and a fantastic water view. However, the price point was a bit higher, and the lack of included Wi-Fi was a drawback.

Rooms

9.0

I loved the rooms! They were so comfortable with an exceptional view of the North Norwegian mountains and big windows to enjoy the scenery.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, and the staff was very accommodating to our requests. Room service and dry cleaning were top-notch.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was perfect right in the harbor in the center of Svolvaer, making it easy to explore the Lofoten Islands and enjoy the town center and the nearby harbor.

Dining

8.0

Dining was a joy with live piano music and a great water view. The restaurant had good vegetarian options for all tastes.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel had excellent facilities to ensure a comfortable stay with all the necessary amenities available.

Rebecca

United Kingdom, August 2023

9.0/10

I had an amazing stay at this hotel! The rooms had a nice modern design and offered a great view over Svolvaer's harbour. The service was excellent, and the location was perfect right on the wharf in the center of Svolvaer. The dining experience was top-notch with good vegetarian options and a great water view. Overall, a great value for money with exceptional views of the north Norwegian mountains.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms had a nice modern design and offered a great view over Svolvaer's harbour.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, and the staff was very accommodating.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was perfect right on the wharf in the center of Svolvaer.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was exceptional with good vegetarian options and a great water view.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered great facilities for a comfortable stay.

Great location

Limited dining options

Charles

United Kingdom, August 2023

7.8/10

This hotel offers stunning views of the North Norwegian mountains and a beautiful overlook of Svolvaer's harbor. The rooms have a nice modern design and provide good views.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms offer an exceptional view of the North Norwegian mountains and a great view over Svolvaer's harbor. They are designed modernly and provide a good view.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, especially on our request and with room service available.

Location

7.0

The hotel is conveniently located in Svolvaer's harbor, offering easy access to the central square and next to the Hurtigruten pier. However, the price range might not fit all budgets.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delightful with good vegetarian options and a great water view. However, the value for money may not suit all guests.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel provides adequate facilities for a comfortable stay, ensuring a pleasant experience for guests. Yet, some visitors might find the pricing a bit high compared to what's offered.