Surrounded by the Arctic wilderness, Snowhotel Kirkenes stands as a testament to innovation and adventure, offering an unforgettable experience year-round.
Yuji
Australia
Great experience to stay snowhotel...and all staff were kind and friendly.
This central Kirkenes hotel is on the shore of Bøkfjorden, 900 metres from Hurtigruten Ferry Terminal. It offers free Wi-Fi and an à la carte restaurant with a seasonal menu.
Paul
United Kingdom
The view from the hotel and our room were amazing. The included breakfast and dinner were also very good. The staff also very happy to help.
This hotel is 150 metres from Dr. Wessels gate pedestrian street and 2 km from the Hurtigruten Cruise Ship Terminal. It offers free WiFi and a relaxation department.
Gabrielle
Australia
Excellent breakfast, great range of food available
Kirkenes Hotell is located in Kirkenes and features a bar. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a tour desk, along with free WiFi.
Situated in Kirkenes in the Finnmark region, Arctic Sea Breeze features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property features mountain views.
Danique
Netherlands
Big apartment, clean and with everything you need, with great see view.
Located in central Kirkenes, this apartment is 1.5 km from the Hurtigruten Terminal Kirkenes. It offers free WiFi, air conditioning, as well as a balcony with city views.
Butler
Australia
The apartment was in a great location. We could easily walk to get food and to the port. It was warm, clean and very quiet.
Located in the town of Kirkenes on Bøkfjorden, this bed and breakfast is just 100 metres from the town’s main street. Barents Frokosthotell offers free Wi-Fi..
Kulpmo Gård is situated in Karpdalen. Guests staying at this holiday home have access to free WiFi and a fully equipped kitchenette. Kirkenes is 25 km from the holiday home.
Barend
Netherlands
We had two great days. The accommodation has everything you need. The owners Ina and Leif are hospitable people who are there for you. They gave us a tour of the farm. We were also allowed to taste the fresh milk.
The location is great for seeing the northern lights. There are also many interesting sights in the area.
Can definitely recommend this location!
Thanasis, my host, made the trip special. He could not have been more helpful. The accommodation was super and was everything as described. The town itself had everything needed and the township was great to walk around. A tip for those arriving by plane...book a taxi to Kirkenes in advance. It was a blizzard when I arrived and all the taxis were taken. It was freezing and I was lucky that a driver called a taxi. for me or I might still be there. Thanasis drove me back to the airport upon my departure as the bus wasn't timed to coordinate with the plane departure time. An excellent host! I missed the Northern Lights but Thanasis sent me a photograph of them the following night. My timing was off by one night.
Weegieron
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Beautiful arctic town, quiet and charming, friendly people,...
Beautiful arctic town, quiet and charming, friendly people, lots of winter fantastic activities like dog sledding, snowmobile safari on the frozen fjord, Kings crab safari, snowhotel visiting etc
Fantastic chance to see Northern Lights!
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Anonymous
10
Scored 10
Kirkenes is a small pleasant town with few sights but the...
Kirkenes is a small pleasant town with few sights but the Grenselandmuseet is well worth a visit. The location is recommended for viewing the Northern Lights but it was too cloudy during our visit (Nov). There are a few restaurants in the centre, the most popular being the Ritz with very good pizzas.
Frank
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
It is the area around Kirkenes that is the main attraction.
It is the area around Kirkenes that is the main attraction. We travelled to Grensa Jacobselv beach which was beautiful and sunny on the day we visited, same for Ovre Pasvik National Park which was breathtakinlgy beautiful. Both are quite a drive from Kirkenes though and we chose the town to learn about the history from WWII, the hotel had a pool (although it was not operational!!) and as the airport was there. Next time we would definitely go for a cabin in the woods and see the reindeer up close.
In town we ate at Surf n Turf which was decent, waiter had a sense of humour and good was quite good. Nothing spectacular but good enough, depends what you like. The other place we ate in town was Ritz, which was an excellent pizza and we would recommend it for the food but was pricey compared to other towns in Norway; little other choice though. Most other places were closed we assumed due to no tourists, so not worth it or maybe worse closed down following Covid downturn.
The central part of town had the feeling of needing a boost from its Covid slumber.
We loved the area though and will come back, armed with better knowledge than first-timers.
darrencru
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
We stayed 5 days, much longer than most visitors because we...
We stayed 5 days, much longer than most visitors because we wanted to maximize the chance to see the northern lights. As it turned out, 4 nights were cloudy and on the last night, the skies cleared a little and being at Sollia and having trekked into the countryside up the hill from the lodge, gave us the best chance to view the lights, just a 10 minute walk from our room.
There were enough activities in kirkenes to keep us amused for 5 days - dog sledding with Birk's (here you're the driver of the sleds), king crab expedition and you drive yourself there on the frozen Barents Sea, the Andersgrotta the underground bunker was very interesting, hiking in the Taiga, and we had to have our daily coffee at Johnny's Lunch Cafe in Kirkenes. Johnny is an Italian and makes coffee the only acceptable way with an Italian Expresso machine. Thank heavens for Johnny's! Coffee in Kirkenes mostly comes out of cafeteria type/press the button coffee.
Gen
Australia
10
Scored 10
If you plan to visit the north of Norway in the winter, a...
If you plan to visit the north of Norway in the winter, a stay in Kirkenes will give you the full experience. Area is save, people are friendly and all services like transport ext. works as clockwork. Also a lot to do in the short winters day.
Having read the reviews, I was pleasantly surprised by our accommodation. Our room opened directly off the lobby, and although small, was warm and comfortable, with perfectly laundered bedding.
The lobby contained a coffee machine and microwave, and there was a supermarket on the square, as well as a number of restaurants (we can recommend the Bangkok).
The location was very central, directly opposite the Scandic and next to the local taxi depot.
The beautiful location right on the waterfront gave us an unobstructed view of the northern lights. The staff were very helpful. They set up a crib for our son, called taxis for us, and gave advice about stores and places that would be open. The best part was breakfast - honestly one of the best hotel breakfasts we have ever had! Definitely recommend this hotel.
A very comfortable 2-bed apartment 15 mins walk from the Hurtigruten terminal and 5 mins walk to the centre with a few restaurants and the airport bus stop. A very welcome continental breakfast and filter coffee was provided by the helpful owner. There are part views of the Kirkenes Fjord from the bedroom windows. A visit to the Grenselandmuseet is recommended.
Excellent hotel for a very small town. Great view over Kirkenes Bay. Very quiet. Conveninet location at the edge of town, about a 20-minute walk from the Hutigruten/ Havila ferry terminal, and the Airport Express bus stops in front of the hotel, timed to meet the twice-daily flight to Oslo (cost 150 NOK). And great buffet breakfast!
This is a very special place. In winter, you have the ice rooms and lots of snow activities. But now, in the golden autumn, all is different. You have your own place under the trees, all is calm, you get excellent food, and when you step out your door in the night you see the Northern lights.
A one night stay in Kirkenes. We arrived quite late so only got to sample breakfast - which was very nice with a good range of food. The room was clean and bed comfortable. The hotel staff at reception were very pleasant. I'd certainly stay here again if I was passing.
The property gives you a feeling of home away from home. The hosts are very welcoming and hospitable, the property has much more personality than chain hotels and is conveniently located right next to the port. Would definitely stay here once again if we visit Kirkenes
Great central location in the middle of town. Hotel cafe open in evening which meant I was able to get a light supper on my evening arrival in Kirkenes. The swimming pool is a super facility (had a refreshing pre breakfast swim). Helpful reception staff.
Perfect location and beautiful view, comfortable bed.
The owner was very kind and allowed me to dine in the restaurant which is connected to the hotel. I came very late and was very hungry, so I really appreciate the effort and the thought.
The pool area was really nice, and due to COVID we had to book a private time to use it. So we had the pool and sauna all to ourselves. Loved that! Excellent price, so it was a really good option to offset our two nights at the Snowhotel.
Absolutely magical place. Super nice people. The facilities are beautiful and everything is well thought and very well organized. Both the snow hotel and cottages are cute and well maintained. And the Aurora is simply breathtaking!!
Strategic position in the center of Kirkenes, near a mall where you can find a cafè. Talented and expert taxi driver associated to the hotel (thanks!). Comfy room with very good bed. Extremely convinient price.
Very nice property, very clean, pretty location, really extra nice staff, activities available. The drivers I had were great! When they have a lot of snow I am sure it is amazing.
hotel location is on the water.. short walk to town up small hill. town itself was VERY quiet when we were there. hotel had a great breakfast and staff were fantastic
A very comfortable room and a partial view of the ocean. The staff was helpful and amicable. Breakfast was nice, no different than the other 14 I had in Norway.
It's probably the best hotel option in downtown Kirkenes. Located right at the seafront, perfect spot for aurora sighting. Room was cosy, as per photo.
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