Coal Miners’ Cabins
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About this property
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. Additional features at this hotel include ski storage, gift shops/newsstands, and a communal living room.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. Additional features at this hotel include ski storage, gift shops/newsstands, and a communal living room.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Coal Miners Cabins, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 76 guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
Location
When you stay at Coal Miners Cabins in Longyearbyen, you'll be on the riverwalk, within a 5-minute drive of Svalbard Church and University Centre in Svalbard. This hotel is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Svalbard Museum.
What's nearby
Svalbard Church(1.4 miles)
Svalbard Museum(1.7 miles)
University Centre in Svalbard(1.8 miles)
Svalbard Global Seed Vault(4.7 miles)
Chapel(29.7 miles)
The preferred airport for Coal Miners Cabins is Longyearbyen (LYR-Svalbard)(4.2 miles)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Non-Smoking Rooms
Tour Desk
Fishing
Horse Riding
Location
Longyearbyen, Longyearbyen, Norway
Svalbard Church (1.4 miles)
Svalbard Museum (1.7 miles)
University Centre in Svalbard (1.8 miles)
Svalbard Global Seed Vault (4.7 miles)
Chapel (29.7 miles)
The preferred airport for Coal Miners Cabins is Longyearbyen (LYR-Svalbard) (4.2 miles)
Guest reviews
8.4
Very good
Based on 668 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
10%
Couple
32%
Family
13%
Group
25%
Solo
18%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across reviews, Coal Miners’ Cabins is a simple, good-value base with very friendly staff and generally clean facilities; breakfast is often praised, while dinner options and on-site restaurant availability receive more mixed comments.
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Across reviews, Coal Miners’ Cabins is a simple, good-value base with very friendly staff and generally clean facilities; breakfast is often praised, while dinner options and on-site restaurant availability receive more mixed comments.
Rooms are basic or rustic and some are small, with shared bathrooms common; a few guests found them noisy or were surprised by the lack of ensuite facilities. The property sits 20–40 minutes’ walk from the center, offering quiet and views but requiring walks, taxis, or tours for access. A practical, no-frills option.
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Facilities
Simple facilities include a cozy lobby/bar, shared kitchens, and free washers/dryers. Rooms are spread across buildings, so some guests walk outside to reach breakfast or reception.
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Torben
Jun 24, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Väldigt enkelt boende med ganska små rum och dusch/toa i korridoren. Mysig loungedel vid receptionen där man kunde låna spel. Där fanns även frukosten och bar med lätta måltider under dagen. Middagen provade jag aldrig men hörde gott om den.
Väldigt enkelt boende med ganska små rum och dusch/toa i korridoren. Mysig loungedel vid receptionen där man kunde låna spel. Där fanns även frukosten och bar med lätta måltider under dagen. Middagen provade jag aldrig men hörde gott om den.
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Joanna
Jun 1, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Det har legat fint men utsikt mot bergen. Det finns olika hus. Till frukost behöver man gå till huvudbyggnaden. Trevligt ställe.
Det har legat fint men utsikt mot bergen. Det finns olika hus. Till frukost behöver man gå till huvudbyggnaden. Trevligt ställe.
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Patrick
Nov 5, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Chambre impeccable calme. Pour le petit déjeuner faut affronter le froid chaque matin. Le soir la ville étant un peu loin à pied on a la possibilité de prendre aussi des repas sur place. Machine à laver et sèche linge non négligeable et très apprécié
Chambre impeccable calme. Pour le petit déjeuner faut affronter le froid chaque matin. Le soir la ville étant un peu loin à pied on a la possibilité de prendre aussi des repas sur place. Machine à laver et sèche linge non négligeable et très apprécié
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John Marthin
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nydelig frokost. Ikke bra å bo på 5 cabin gå ut for å spise frokost, kunne ikke drikke vann der ellers greit
Nydelig frokost. Ikke bra å bo på 5 cabin gå ut for å spise frokost, kunne ikke drikke vann der ellers greit
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Sylvia
Feb 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property was nice. Easy to get to and the staff are accommodating. We got two rooms with 2 beds. They are big enough for two people and baggage in each room. The bathrooms are shared in the hallways. Each bathroom is private and has a shower. Very clean and warm during the cold winter. Never had issues waiting for the bathroom. There were 4 bathrooms on each floor. The main building had a bar and a lounge to hang out in. Tea, coffee and water offered all day for free. Would stay here again.
The property was nice. Easy to get to and the staff are accommodating. We got two rooms with 2 beds. They are big enough for two people and baggage in each room. The bathrooms are shared in the hallways. Each bathroom is private and has a shower. Very clean and warm during the cold winter. Never had issues waiting for the bathroom. There were 4 bathrooms on each floor. The main building had a bar and a lounge to hang out in. Tea, coffee and water offered all day for free. Would stay here again.
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Jumana
Aug 2, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Friendly staff who were ready to help and answer questions. It would have been nice to have been offered help with luggage as there is no lift but a kind man who was cleaning helped me when checking out. Several cabins present - some a bit far from the reception but luckily mine was close. Dinner options are decent. The view and surrounding environment are nice and peaceful, but the walk to the town is definetely longer than the advertised 20 minutes, however it can be a nice walk. I don't mind sharing toilets, but it's difficult to control toilet floors being wet when multiple people are using it, which is a bit annoying. The shower curtain for some of the toilets could have been cleaner. Room was clean and bed really comfortable.
Friendly staff who were ready to help and answer questions. It would have been nice to have been offered help with luggage as there is no lift but a kind man who was cleaning helped me when checking out. Several cabins present - some a bit far from the reception but luckily mine was close. Dinner options are decent. The view and surrounding environment are nice and peaceful, but the walk to the town is definetely longer than the advertised 20 minutes, however it can be a nice walk. I don't mind sharing toilets, but it's difficult to control toilet floors being wet when multiple people are using it, which is a bit annoying. The shower curtain for some of the toilets could have been cleaner. Room was clean and bed really comfortable.
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Kevin
Jul 18, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We were pleasantly surprised. Spacious rooms, only waited for the bathroom once in the 4 nights we stayed. The staff were very nice and helpful. The common area/bar/restaurant area was very comfortable. Roughly a 2.5 km walk into town. We would definitely stay here again
We were pleasantly surprised. Spacious rooms, only waited for the bathroom once in the 4 nights we stayed. The staff were very nice and helpful. The common area/bar/restaurant area was very comfortable. Roughly a 2.5 km walk into town. We would definitely stay here again
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Yoshiaki
Feb 18, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
It was really nice that there was free tea and coffee.
It was really nice that there was free tea and coffee.
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Reva
Jul 10, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
A wonderful place just north of the center of town. Very chill and lovely rooms. I would stay here again. Loved the breakfast and bar vibe. The best hot chocolate in town— you build your own, boozy or not. 😊
A wonderful place just north of the center of town. Very chill and lovely rooms. I would stay here again. Loved the breakfast and bar vibe. The best hot chocolate in town— you build your own, boozy or not. 😊
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Sean
Jun 24, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I didn't mind the 20 minute walk into town, as I was hiking most of the day and the bulk of the shops were closed by the time I finished anyway. Superb breakfast, very helpful staff, free washers and dryers, and a very usable common kitchen facility for those who might want to cook. I would definitely stay there again.
I didn't mind the 20 minute walk into town, as I was hiking most of the day and the bulk of the shops were closed by the time I finished anyway. Superb breakfast, very helpful staff, free washers and dryers, and a very usable common kitchen facility for those who might want to cook. I would definitely stay there again.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is generally praised in rooms and shared bathrooms, though a few guests reported issues such as dirty kitchens, stained mattresses, wet toilet floors, or limited in-stay cleaning.
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Susanne
Sep 9, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Sehr ruhig, alles sauber
Sehr ruhig, alles sauber
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Hasitha
Aug 2, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Nous avons passé trois nuits dans cet hôtel et en avons eu une très bonne expérience. Les chambres sont grandes et propres et la cuisine bien équipée. La réception et le restaurant sont accueillants
Nous avons passé trois nuits dans cet hôtel et en avons eu une très bonne expérience. Les chambres sont grandes et propres et la cuisine bien équipée. La réception et le restaurant sont accueillants
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Linda
Jun 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff and Coal Miners Cabins was very friendly and helpful. They always made sure to tell me which food had the ingredient I could've eat. They always smiled and were helpful. The shared bathrooms were kept very clean and stocked with necessary supplies. I felt well cared for during my stay!
The staff and Coal Miners Cabins was very friendly and helpful. They always made sure to tell me which food had the ingredient I could've eat. They always smiled and were helpful. The shared bathrooms were kept very clean and stocked with necessary supplies. I felt well cared for during my stay!
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Johannes
May 22, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Prima hotel. Kamers schoon. Badkamer op de gang maar erg netjes en schoon. Goed ontbijt .vriendelijk personeel . Goede service.
Prima hotel. Kamers schoon. Badkamer op de gang maar erg netjes en schoon. Goed ontbijt .vriendelijk personeel . Goede service.
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Alessia
Mar 29, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Pulizia eccelsa , non solo della camera ma anche dei bagni . Presenza di cucina in condivisione pulita e ben servita. Ristorante dell’ hotel buonissimo e neanche tanto caro!
Pulizia eccelsa , non solo della camera ma anche dei bagni . Presenza di cucina in condivisione pulita e ben servita. Ristorante dell’ hotel buonissimo e neanche tanto caro!
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Gerry
Jun 3, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Rummen slitna men det var rent. Toaletterna välstädade. Dock ingen städning av rummet under vistelsen.
Rummen slitna men det var rent. Toaletterna välstädade. Dock ingen städning av rummet under vistelsen.
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Frances F Oliver
Jun 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean & comfortable room
Clean & comfortable room
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Luisa
May 23, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Das Personal war sehr freundlich und die Unterkunft ruhig gelegen. In die Stadt läuft man ca. 35 Minuten, daher sollte gut überlegt sein, ob man stattdessen evtl.ein zentrales Hotel bevorzugt. Das Zimmer war simpel aber versucht gemütlich zu machen. Leider war das Zimmer recht dreckig. Die Blutflecken und gelben Flecken auf der Matratze schimmerten durch das Bettlaken. Zudem schien der Boden nicht gut gewischt zu sein. Die Zimmer waren hellhörig, sodass man die Nachbarn reden und schnarchen hören konnte. Zudem klemmen die Türen, wodurch diese meistens geknallt wurden. Ich habe keine einzige Nacht gut geschlafen und mich dadurch nicht wohl gefühlt. Die Küche war schmutzig und hat gestunken. Diese wurde auch während meines Aufenthaltes (1 Woche) erst gereinigt, nachdem ich mich beschert hatte. Sauber war dann dennoch nicht. Ich habe die Küche aus diesem Grund nichtmal genutzt, um mir einen Tee zu machen, da es zu eklig war. Trotz Spülmaschine, welche tagelang nicht ausgeräumt wurde, war das Geschirr in den klebrigen Schränken schmutzig. Zudem war die Ausstattung nicht sonderlich gut. Die Badezimmer müssten 2x am Tag gereinigt werden. Da es nur 3 Badezimmer gab, waren diese am späten Nachmittag wieder schmutzig(Toilette).Dies ist natürlich die Schuld der Gäste, da dies jedoch leider immer so ist, müsste das Hotel daraus eingestellt sein. Trotz dem günstigen Preises sollte es sauber sein. Ich würde es nicht nochmal buchen, da es schmutzig und hellhörig war.
Das Personal war sehr freundlich und die Unterkunft ruhig gelegen. In die Stadt läuft man ca. 35 Minuten, daher sollte gut überlegt sein, ob man stattdessen evtl.ein zentrales Hotel bevorzugt. Das Zimmer war simpel aber versucht gemütlich zu machen. Leider war das Zimmer recht dreckig. Die Blutflecken und gelben Flecken auf der Matratze schimmerten durch das Bettlaken. Zudem schien der Boden nicht gut gewischt zu sein. Die Zimmer waren hellhörig, sodass man die Nachbarn reden und schnarchen hören konnte. Zudem klemmen die Türen, wodurch diese meistens geknallt wurden. Ich habe keine einzige Nacht gut geschlafen und mich dadurch nicht wohl gefühlt. Die Küche war schmutzig und hat gestunken. Diese wurde auch während meines Aufenthaltes (1 Woche) erst gereinigt, nachdem ich mich beschert hatte. Sauber war dann dennoch nicht. Ich habe die Küche aus diesem Grund nichtmal genutzt, um mir einen Tee zu machen, da es zu eklig war. Trotz Spülmaschine, welche tagelang nicht ausgeräumt wurde, war das Geschirr in den klebrigen Schränken schmutzig. Zudem war die Ausstattung nicht sonderlich gut. Die Badezimmer müssten 2x am Tag gereinigt werden. Da es nur 3 Badezimmer gab, waren diese am späten Nachmittag wieder schmutzig(Toilette).Dies ist natürlich die Schuld der Gäste, da dies jedoch leider immer so ist, müsste das Hotel daraus eingestellt sein. Trotz dem günstigen Preises sollte es sauber sein. Ich würde es nicht nochmal buchen, da es schmutzig und hellhörig war.
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Sylvia
Feb 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property was nice. Easy to get to and the staff are accommodating. We got two rooms with 2 beds. They are big enough for two people and baggage in each room. The bathrooms are shared in the hallways. Each bathroom is private and has a shower. Very clean and warm during the cold winter. Never had issues waiting for the bathroom. There were 4 bathrooms on each floor. The main building had a bar and a lounge to hang out in. Tea, coffee and water offered all day for free. Would stay here again.
The property was nice. Easy to get to and the staff are accommodating. We got two rooms with 2 beds. They are big enough for two people and baggage in each room. The bathrooms are shared in the hallways. Each bathroom is private and has a shower. Very clean and warm during the cold winter. Never had issues waiting for the bathroom. There were 4 bathrooms on each floor. The main building had a bar and a lounge to hang out in. Tea, coffee and water offered all day for free. Would stay here again.
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Frida
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Trevligt och mysigt ställe med usikt över samhället. Trevlig personal och rent och frächt. Kunde finnas lite mer varation på frukosten men överlag över förväntat för ett hostel.
Trevligt och mysigt ställe med usikt över samhället. Trevlig personal och rent och frächt. Kunde finnas lite mer varation på frukosten men överlag över förväntat för ett hostel.
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Rooms
Rooms are basic and rustic; sizes vary from small to spacious, and beds are comfortable. Many rooms use shared bathrooms, and some guests noted noise between rooms or found the setup less hotel-like.
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Andreas
Aug 6, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Room size exceeded our expectations. Spacious and clean/fresh. Breakfast was good. Internet worked flawlessly. Fun to stay in a building with the heritage from the coal mining days. Improvement opportunities would be: More hot water for more than 1 or 2 people to shower in the morning, lock on toilet room door would also be a nice feature. For the same type trip I would certainly consider same again. Stayed three fault friends for 4 nights.
Room size exceeded our expectations. Spacious and clean/fresh. Breakfast was good. Internet worked flawlessly. Fun to stay in a building with the heritage from the coal mining days. Improvement opportunities would be: More hot water for more than 1 or 2 people to shower in the morning, lock on toilet room door would also be a nice feature. For the same type trip I would certainly consider same again. Stayed three fault friends for 4 nights.
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michael
Aug 23, 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
This place is a little different and a good 15 minutes walk to . Shared bathroom but everything was super clean
This place is a little different and a good 15 minutes walk to . Shared bathroom but everything was super clean
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Elin
Mar 3, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Savnet eget bad. Av og til litt høy musikk ved måltider.
Savnet eget bad. Av og til litt høy musikk ved måltider.
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Mark
Jul 31, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Loved the staff and the Lobby was nice/fun/clean - rooms were too basic for us....but if you are used to a Hostel it is great. Also, free washer/dryers
Loved the staff and the Lobby was nice/fun/clean - rooms were too basic for us....but if you are used to a Hostel it is great. Also, free washer/dryers
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Robin
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Just like being a coal miner. Rooms are old and rustic with plumbing visible and well worn furnishings. Breakfast is good. Location is well away from local attractions with very limited local transportation.
Just like being a coal miner. Rooms are old and rustic with plumbing visible and well worn furnishings. Breakfast is good. Location is well away from local attractions with very limited local transportation.
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Sylvia
Feb 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property was nice. Easy to get to and the staff are accommodating. We got two rooms with 2 beds. They are big enough for two people and baggage in each room. The bathrooms are shared in the hallways. Each bathroom is private and has a shower. Very clean and warm during the cold winter. Never had issues waiting for the bathroom. There were 4 bathrooms on each floor. The main building had a bar and a lounge to hang out in. Tea, coffee and water offered all day for free. Would stay here again.
The property was nice. Easy to get to and the staff are accommodating. We got two rooms with 2 beds. They are big enough for two people and baggage in each room. The bathrooms are shared in the hallways. Each bathroom is private and has a shower. Very clean and warm during the cold winter. Never had issues waiting for the bathroom. There were 4 bathrooms on each floor. The main building had a bar and a lounge to hang out in. Tea, coffee and water offered all day for free. Would stay here again.
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Kathleen
Jul 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The facility was very clean, and the staff were amazing. False advertising on Expedia.I stayed in single economy room and it gives the impression that there is a bathroom in the room and no information about shared bathroom.
The facility was very clean, and the staff were amazing. False advertising on Expedia.I stayed in single economy room and it gives the impression that there is a bathroom in the room and no information about shared bathroom.
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Charles
Feb 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A great stay if you’re just looking for a bed for the night. The room was warm and clean, albeit small and basic. Overall, perfect if you aren’t expecting lots of extras. The complementary breakfast wasn’t great though.
A great stay if you’re just looking for a bed for the night. The room was warm and clean, albeit small and basic. Overall, perfect if you aren’t expecting lots of extras. The complementary breakfast wasn’t great though.
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Kevin
Jul 18, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We were pleasantly surprised. Spacious rooms, only waited for the bathroom once in the 4 nights we stayed. The staff were very nice and helpful. The common area/bar/restaurant area was very comfortable. Roughly a 2.5 km walk into town. We would definitely stay here again
We were pleasantly surprised. Spacious rooms, only waited for the bathroom once in the 4 nights we stayed. The staff were very nice and helpful. The common area/bar/restaurant area was very comfortable. Roughly a 2.5 km walk into town. We would definitely stay here again
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Elisabeth
Nov 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Bodde där två nätter inför en expeditionskryssning i tjänsten. Var mest på rummet för att sova. Rummen är uppdelade på olika hus. Ligger en 20-minuterspromenad från själva byns "centrum". Rummen skulle kunna vara lite mindre kala. Nu är det ju ett hotell och inte ett vandrarhem, men känns mer som ett vandrarhem. Så lite mer effort på inredningen skulle man kunna tycka. Bara för att få en lite varmare känsla. Det är också lyhört. Så vet man med sig att man vaknar lätt så bör man gardera sig med öronproppar. Glad att det ingick frukost men den var ganska torftig så även den skulle behöva ett lyft. Incheckningen gick bra och personalen är trevlig.
Bodde där två nätter inför en expeditionskryssning i tjänsten. Var mest på rummet för att sova. Rummen är uppdelade på olika hus. Ligger en 20-minuterspromenad från själva byns "centrum". Rummen skulle kunna vara lite mindre kala. Nu är det ju ett hotell och inte ett vandrarhem, men känns mer som ett vandrarhem. Så lite mer effort på inredningen skulle man kunna tycka. Bara för att få en lite varmare känsla. Det är också lyhört. Så vet man med sig att man vaknar lätt så bör man gardera sig med öronproppar. Glad att det ingick frukost men den var ganska torftig så även den skulle behöva ett lyft. Incheckningen gick bra och personalen är trevlig.
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Service
Service is consistently friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable across reviews. A few guests mentioned isolated issues such as curt service or early check-in fees.
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Thomas
Sep 22, 2024
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Stayed 11 nights
My preferred place to stay on Svalbard since 2005-lovely Staff and cosy rooms.I Will definately return!!!.
My preferred place to stay on Svalbard since 2005-lovely Staff and cosy rooms.I Will definately return!!!.
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Corinn
Apr 19, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
I love the Staff every staff member that I met at Coal Miners including the kitchen staff and Waiter’s Staff absolutely amazing!! I travel a lot all around the world and I have never met a staff like the staff at Coal Miners Hotel I actually extended my trip because the Staff was so helpful and kind they felt like my family away from home!! Also, the breakfast was very good and food that was at the restaurant. Very good and so is the waiters and waitresses and the manager was very kind and helpful! I was a bit concerned, traveling alone to a place far away, but best made me feel so happy and very welcome there! The cleaning staff was also amazing and very kind and very helpful. It’s the very wonderful place to be. I will definitely be going back there!!
I love the Staff every staff member that I met at Coal Miners including the kitchen staff and Waiter’s Staff absolutely amazing!! I travel a lot all around the world and I have never met a staff like the staff at Coal Miners Hotel I actually extended my trip because the Staff was so helpful and kind they felt like my family away from home!! Also, the breakfast was very good and food that was at the restaurant. Very good and so is the waiters and waitresses and the manager was very kind and helpful! I was a bit concerned, traveling alone to a place far away, but best made me feel so happy and very welcome there! The cleaning staff was also amazing and very kind and very helpful. It’s the very wonderful place to be. I will definitely be going back there!!
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Shamik
May 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property prices were reasonable by Svalbard standards though a room without ensuite toilet cost the same as a 5 star in Dubai or a palace hotel in India. However cleanliness was maintained and in general staff were friendly I was told by email that I should first come to hotel & check in and then go for a tour (I had asked if I could do sighseeing and then in evening come to hotel). They infact told me there were no luggage storage facilities in the museum.This was by email. However when I followed their advise I was told I am 1 hrs 30 minutes early for checkin so should pay extra. As there were no safe luggage storage , I had to go back. I was advised to walk as weather was good but slipped badly on the icu roads injuring my knees badly. When I got back iin evening , I was again asked to show ID for checkin. This was terrible customer service.Also was told there is common kettle in the cabins but could not find any so could not make tea /coffee or boil water (the reception area and cabins are different and you need to go via a icy slippery path). Also no safe water to drink. Apart from that it was fine and in general the staff were nice and attentive apart from these 2 exceptions. The dinner buffet though extremely limited was tasty and morning breakfast was ample.This property is far from town but that is mentioned and a extremely long walk .Better to go in groups if walking for support.
Property prices were reasonable by Svalbard standards though a room without ensuite toilet cost the same as a 5 star in Dubai or a palace hotel in India. However cleanliness was maintained and in general staff were friendly I was told by email that I should first come to hotel & check in and then go for a tour (I had asked if I could do sighseeing and then in evening come to hotel). They infact told me there were no luggage storage facilities in the museum.This was by email. However when I followed their advise I was told I am 1 hrs 30 minutes early for checkin so should pay extra. As there were no safe luggage storage , I had to go back. I was advised to walk as weather was good but slipped badly on the icu roads injuring my knees badly. When I got back iin evening , I was again asked to show ID for checkin. This was terrible customer service.Also was told there is common kettle in the cabins but could not find any so could not make tea /coffee or boil water (the reception area and cabins are different and you need to go via a icy slippery path). Also no safe water to drink. Apart from that it was fine and in general the staff were nice and attentive apart from these 2 exceptions. The dinner buffet though extremely limited was tasty and morning breakfast was ample.This property is far from town but that is mentioned and a extremely long walk .Better to go in groups if walking for support.
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mia
Sep 17, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Each and every employee Was great. 😊
Each and every employee Was great. 😊
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Anastacia
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
I love staying at Coal Miners the staff are so helpful andvthe receptionist are helpful. I am so greatful for Avera Ramos and Rhea from the Kithen area for being so helpful. During our stay at Cool Miners!
I love staying at Coal Miners the staff are so helpful andvthe receptionist are helpful. I am so greatful for Avera Ramos and Rhea from the Kithen area for being so helpful. During our stay at Cool Miners!
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Edward
Feb 25, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent staff great ambience
Excellent staff great ambience
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Rune
Jul 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Sur betjening Middag mangler selv om vi hadde bestilt på forhånd
Sur betjening Middag mangler selv om vi hadde bestilt på forhånd
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Edward
Feb 25, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were excellent and great meals
Staff were excellent and great meals
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Elsebeth
Jan 31, 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
Tilbragte 5 overnatninger. Værelserne var fine, rene og dejlig varme trods -18 grader udenfor. Dejlige senge og dyner. Morgenmaden var super og varieret. Og aftensmaden smagte dejligt - god gedin og mættende. Et rigtig dejligt sted og så lå det lidt udenfor byen, så nordlyset kunne ses rigtig fint. Et roligt sted uden trafikstøj. Stormessan var hyggelig og vi nød vores varme kakao der, når vi kom ind fra kulden. Men det bedste var personalet ❤️. Så søde og hjælpsomme - blev aldrig trætte af alle vores spørgsmål og klar med råd, tips og hjælp. Vi følte os virkelig velkomne 🏅
Tilbragte 5 overnatninger. Værelserne var fine, rene og dejlig varme trods -18 grader udenfor. Dejlige senge og dyner. Morgenmaden var super og varieret. Og aftensmaden smagte dejligt - god gedin og mættende. Et rigtig dejligt sted og så lå det lidt udenfor byen, så nordlyset kunne ses rigtig fint. Et roligt sted uden trafikstøj. Stormessan var hyggelig og vi nød vores varme kakao der, når vi kom ind fra kulden. Men det bedste var personalet ❤️. Så søde og hjælpsomme - blev aldrig trætte af alle vores spørgsmål og klar med råd, tips og hjælp. Vi følte os virkelig velkomne 🏅
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Peter
Jul 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The check in employee was outstanding
The check in employee was outstanding
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Location
Located outside Longyearbyen, typically a 20–40 minute walk to the center; many appreciate the quiet and views, but some find the distance and limited transport inconvenient.
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Rubina
Jun 16, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Good value for money, friendly staff and had everything you need for a trip to Svalbard. The only thing we didn’t realise when booking was that the bathroom was shared. But the shower and toilet facilities were regularly cleaned and this didn’t cause us any problems. The main city area was also a 40 minute walk away.
Good value for money, friendly staff and had everything you need for a trip to Svalbard. The only thing we didn’t realise when booking was that the bathroom was shared. But the shower and toilet facilities were regularly cleaned and this didn’t cause us any problems. The main city area was also a 40 minute walk away.
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Dariusz
Aug 16, 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Très bon rapport qualité-prix. Endroit bien entretenu. Tout est bien organisé. Seul bémol - assez éloigné du centre ville. A pied ça fait une trotte
Très bon rapport qualité-prix. Endroit bien entretenu. Tout est bien organisé. Seul bémol - assez éloigné du centre ville. A pied ça fait une trotte
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Bea
Aug 26, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
beperkte menukaart, lawaaierig,geen openbaar vervoer, maar dat was er niet op het eiland
beperkte menukaart, lawaaierig,geen openbaar vervoer, maar dat was er niet op het eiland
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Patrick
Nov 5, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Chambre impeccable calme. Pour le petit déjeuner faut affronter le froid chaque matin. Le soir la ville étant un peu loin à pied on a la possibilité de prendre aussi des repas sur place. Machine à laver et sèche linge non négligeable et très apprécié
Chambre impeccable calme. Pour le petit déjeuner faut affronter le froid chaque matin. Le soir la ville étant un peu loin à pied on a la possibilité de prendre aussi des repas sur place. Machine à laver et sèche linge non négligeable et très apprécié
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Henry
Aug 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very helpful personnel, quiet location with view of the city
Very helpful personnel, quiet location with view of the city
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Peter
Aug 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Abgelegen, kein regelmassiger Transport, laut, zimmer zu heiss, Fenster nicht richtig zu öffnen
Abgelegen, kein regelmassiger Transport, laut, zimmer zu heiss, Fenster nicht richtig zu öffnen
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maureen
Jul 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
As a first timer on Svalbard, the Coal Miner’s Cabin didn’t disappoint! I love how it is away from the main part of town and the rustic feel to it. It has gorgeous views and super comfortable beds. The staff were friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable.
As a first timer on Svalbard, the Coal Miner’s Cabin didn’t disappoint! I love how it is away from the main part of town and the rustic feel to it. It has gorgeous views and super comfortable beds. The staff were friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable.
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Kevin
Jul 18, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We were pleasantly surprised. Spacious rooms, only waited for the bathroom once in the 4 nights we stayed. The staff were very nice and helpful. The common area/bar/restaurant area was very comfortable. Roughly a 2.5 km walk into town. We would definitely stay here again
We were pleasantly surprised. Spacious rooms, only waited for the bathroom once in the 4 nights we stayed. The staff were very nice and helpful. The common area/bar/restaurant area was very comfortable. Roughly a 2.5 km walk into town. We would definitely stay here again
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Elisabeth
Nov 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Bodde där två nätter inför en expeditionskryssning i tjänsten. Var mest på rummet för att sova. Rummen är uppdelade på olika hus. Ligger en 20-minuterspromenad från själva byns "centrum". Rummen skulle kunna vara lite mindre kala. Nu är det ju ett hotell och inte ett vandrarhem, men känns mer som ett vandrarhem. Så lite mer effort på inredningen skulle man kunna tycka. Bara för att få en lite varmare känsla. Det är också lyhört. Så vet man med sig att man vaknar lätt så bör man gardera sig med öronproppar. Glad att det ingick frukost men den var ganska torftig så även den skulle behöva ett lyft. Incheckningen gick bra och personalen är trevlig.
Bodde där två nätter inför en expeditionskryssning i tjänsten. Var mest på rummet för att sova. Rummen är uppdelade på olika hus. Ligger en 20-minuterspromenad från själva byns "centrum". Rummen skulle kunna vara lite mindre kala. Nu är det ju ett hotell och inte ett vandrarhem, men känns mer som ett vandrarhem. Så lite mer effort på inredningen skulle man kunna tycka. Bara för att få en lite varmare känsla. Det är också lyhört. Så vet man med sig att man vaknar lätt så bör man gardera sig med öronproppar. Glad att det ingick frukost men den var ganska torftig så även den skulle behöva ett lyft. Incheckningen gick bra och personalen är trevlig.
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Pamela
Aug 11, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Bra hotell, god frukost, i utkanten av byn. Perfekt med möjlighet att göra/förvara egen mat. Promenad till centrum tar 30 min.
Bra hotell, god frukost, i utkanten av byn. Perfekt med möjlighet att göra/förvara egen mat. Promenad till centrum tar 30 min.
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised for quality and variety. Dinner gets mixed feedback: several liked the food, but others found the menu limited or unavailable at times.
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Maria
Jun 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Preis Leistung ist super, war sogar positiv überrascht, hatte weniger erwartet. Frühstück hervorragend
Preis Leistung ist super, war sogar positiv überrascht, hatte weniger erwartet. Frühstück hervorragend
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Bea
Aug 26, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
beperkte menukaart, lawaaierig,geen openbaar vervoer, maar dat was er niet op het eiland
beperkte menukaart, lawaaierig,geen openbaar vervoer, maar dat was er niet op het eiland
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Greta Kirkwood
Jun 1, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Et spennende sted med en flott rustic atmosfære. Menyutvalget på dag- og kveldstid kunne gjerne vært noe bredere. Servicen var imidlertid helt upåklagelig – veldig vennlig, hjelpsom og svært informativ betjening.
Et spennende sted med en flott rustic atmosfære. Menyutvalget på dag- og kveldstid kunne gjerne vært noe bredere. Servicen var imidlertid helt upåklagelig – veldig vennlig, hjelpsom og svært informativ betjening.
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Edward
Feb 25, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were excellent and great meals
Staff were excellent and great meals
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Elsebeth
Jan 31, 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
Tilbragte 5 overnatninger. Værelserne var fine, rene og dejlig varme trods -18 grader udenfor. Dejlige senge og dyner. Morgenmaden var super og varieret. Og aftensmaden smagte dejligt - god gedin og mættende. Et rigtig dejligt sted og så lå det lidt udenfor byen, så nordlyset kunne ses rigtig fint. Et roligt sted uden trafikstøj. Stormessan var hyggelig og vi nød vores varme kakao der, når vi kom ind fra kulden. Men det bedste var personalet ❤️. Så søde og hjælpsomme - blev aldrig trætte af alle vores spørgsmål og klar med råd, tips og hjælp. Vi følte os virkelig velkomne 🏅
Tilbragte 5 overnatninger. Værelserne var fine, rene og dejlig varme trods -18 grader udenfor. Dejlige senge og dyner. Morgenmaden var super og varieret. Og aftensmaden smagte dejligt - god gedin og mættende. Et rigtig dejligt sted og så lå det lidt udenfor byen, så nordlyset kunne ses rigtig fint. Et roligt sted uden trafikstøj. Stormessan var hyggelig og vi nød vores varme kakao der, når vi kom ind fra kulden. Men det bedste var personalet ❤️. Så søde og hjælpsomme - blev aldrig trætte af alle vores spørgsmål og klar med råd, tips og hjælp. Vi følte os virkelig velkomne 🏅
10
Zoltan
Jul 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I really liked the concept, rooms and public areas were clean, personnel super friendly and the breakfast was better then some airport lounge buffets
I really liked the concept, rooms and public areas were clean, personnel super friendly and the breakfast was better then some airport lounge buffets
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Robin
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Väldigt dyrt, men på Svalbard väldigt billigt. Jag tycker överlag att det var väldigt bra. Frukosten är underbar, man kan också göra mellanmål inför sin dag.
Väldigt dyrt, men på Svalbard väldigt billigt. Jag tycker överlag att det var väldigt bra. Frukosten är underbar, man kan också göra mellanmål inför sin dag.
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Celia
Mar 7, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Coal Miner's cabins have a great staff, a really perfect continental breakfast, a nice walk into the main part of town. So it's a little bit more quiet and relaxed. And was affordable and just perfect!
Coal Miner's cabins have a great staff, a really perfect continental breakfast, a nice walk into the main part of town. So it's a little bit more quiet and relaxed. And was affordable and just perfect!
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Peter
Jul 24, 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Einfache, aber gemütliche Unterkunft. Alles etwas in die Jahre gekommen, aber gepflegt und sauber. Leider ist das (auch sehr gemütliche) Restaurant geschlossen, was auf expedia nicht angekündigt war. Das fand ich sehr schade. Man kann sich was per Lieferservice bestellen, oder man geht jedes Mal die 30 Minuten runter ins "Zentrum"... (Frühstücksbuffet gibt es dort aber; Frühstück ist wirklich gut!)
Einfache, aber gemütliche Unterkunft. Alles etwas in die Jahre gekommen, aber gepflegt und sauber. Leider ist das (auch sehr gemütliche) Restaurant geschlossen, was auf expedia nicht angekündigt war. Das fand ich sehr schade. Man kann sich was per Lieferservice bestellen, oder man geht jedes Mal die 30 Minuten runter ins "Zentrum"... (Frühstücksbuffet gibt es dort aber; Frühstück ist wirklich gut!)
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Frances
Jul 31, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Simple but clean. Excellent buffet breakfast. Great location away from town centre. Very friendly staff.
Simple but clean. Excellent buffet breakfast. Great location away from town centre. Very friendly staff.
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Anette
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 7 nights
A great place to stay! The rooms are basic with two beds and a wardrobe. Four showers/toilets per floor and cleaned daily. Bring slippers for the shower. You take off your shoes indoors( like in many of the cafes and restaurants) . There is a kitchen with a fridge that you can use, and a special tap for drinking water. Breakfast is good with both warm and cold food. The staff in the reception is excellent and go out of their way to help you. Never seen better!! The walk down to the village centre is 2,7km. There are taxis and they charge between 150-200kr a ride. We saw foxes and ptarmigans right outside the hotel. Don’t miss the husky cafe, dinner or lunch at vintertradgarden, and the museum!
A great place to stay! The rooms are basic with two beds and a wardrobe. Four showers/toilets per floor and cleaned daily. Bring slippers for the shower. You take off your shoes indoors( like in many of the cafes and restaurants) . There is a kitchen with a fridge that you can use, and a special tap for drinking water. Breakfast is good with both warm and cold food. The staff in the reception is excellent and go out of their way to help you. Never seen better!! The walk down to the village centre is 2,7km. There are taxis and they charge between 150-200kr a ride. We saw foxes and ptarmigans right outside the hotel. Don’t miss the husky cafe, dinner or lunch at vintertradgarden, and the museum!
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Jacob
Jul 27, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Historic buildings with modern shared bathrooms but rather spartanic rooms
Historic buildings with modern shared bathrooms but rather spartanic rooms
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Maria
Jun 14, 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
The breakfast was adequate and convenient.
The breakfast was adequate and convenient.
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Éric
Jun 12, 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
Great place and the breakfast was perfect
Great place and the breakfast was perfect
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Rachel
Jun 1, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly welcome. Staff were lovely and very helpful. Accommodation was comfortable and very warm. Bar area was a great place to relax and play some games with my 6year old. Dinner was tasty. Breakfast was good. Enough choice for our family. Great value accommodation.
Friendly welcome. Staff were lovely and very helpful. Accommodation was comfortable and very warm. Bar area was a great place to relax and play some games with my 6year old. Dinner was tasty. Breakfast was good. Enough choice for our family. Great value accommodation.
FAQs about Coal Miners’ Cabins
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, although it is limited. No reservation is required.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at this property. However, service animals are exempt from this policy.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
Are airport shuttle services available?
Yes, a roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge of NOK 100 per person (one-way) and NOK 40 for children up to 12 years old. Shuttle services are available 24 hours.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. However, specific details regarding room accessibility are not provided.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located on the riverwalk in Longyearbyen, within a 5-minute drive of Svalbard Church and University Centre in Svalbard, and 1.8 miles (3 km) from Svalbard Museum. The preferred airport is Longyearbyen (LYR-Svalbard), approximately 6.8 km (4.2 miles) away.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Up to 2 children aged 4 years old and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
Rollaway beds are available for a fee of NOK 300 per night. Advance request or confirmation may be required.
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- 2026-09-07: 164.41333758979798USD
- 2026-09-08: 133.10705551136016USD
- 2026-09-09: 124.44104948928833USD
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- 2026-09-18: 122.49197298149109USD
- 2026-09-19: 128.2592391638565USD
- 2026-09-20: 122.99173277782441USD
- 2026-09-21: 123.93128651576995USD
- 2026-09-22: 131.13787510047914USD
- 2026-09-23: 106.42958405014038USD
- 2026-09-24: 113.94602282176972USD
- 2026-09-25: 112.871639025383USD
- 2026-09-26: 114.13043423095704USD
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- 2026-09-30: 108.92840076793671USD
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- 2026-10-04: 105.35009224838257USD
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- 2026-10-08: 98.80319014205932USD
- 2026-10-09: 98.40338230499268USD
- 2026-10-10: 101.87174455615998USD
- 2026-10-11: 100.71228941337586USD
- 2026-10-12: 105.35009224838257USD
- 2026-10-13: 105.35009224838257USD
- 2026-10-14: 105.22855541919708USD
- 2026-10-15: 101.12209155956269USD
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- 2026-10-18: 98.80319014205932USD
- 2026-10-19: 103.35731391685486USD
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- 2026-10-22: 105.35009224838257USD
- 2026-10-23: 107.67898797500611USD
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- 2026-10-26: 100.71228941337586USD
- 2026-10-27: 100.71228941337586USD
- 2026-10-28: 105.35009224838257USD
- 2026-10-29: 100.71228941337586USD
- 2026-10-30: 105.35009224838257USD
- 2026-10-31: 105.35009224838257USD
- 2026-11-01: 88.06001728305817USD
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- 2026-11-06: 87.94833287395477USD
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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 reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Airport shuttle fee: NOK 110 per person (one-way)
- Airport shuttle fee per child: NOK 45 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
- Rollaway bed fee: NOK 400 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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