Smarthotel Tromsø is at Vestregata 6 in the city centre and is aimed at travellers who want an affordable base without spending on extras. It has about 160 rooms, which are compact and modern with good beds, fast Wi-Fi and screen casting, and it is a certified Eco-Lighthouse hotel. Check-in is quick, either online or at self-service kiosks in the reception, though the hotel is staffed round the clock. There is a lobby bar, a Smartkiosk open all hours with snacks, drinks and hot panini, and a breakfast buffet that is included when you book directly with the hotel. The activity desk can book Northern Lights tours, whale watching, dog sledding and reindeer safaris.
Location and getting around: the cathedral and the Art Museum of Northern Norway are about three minutes away on foot, the Tromsø Center for Contemporary Art five minutes, and Polaria and the Polar Museum about eight. The airport is roughly seven minutes by car, which makes late arrivals and early departures easy. Tour pickups happen in the centre, so you do not need a car in town.
Rooms and facilities: rooms are compact, so pack light and use the hooks and shelves rather than unpacking everything. Check-in is guaranteed from 3 pm and check-out is at noon. There is a restaurant on site, and the 24-hour kiosk is handy after a late aurora chase. Parking is not mentioned on the hotel's page, so ask before bringing a car. Request a higher floor for less street noise.
Who it suits: couples, solo travellers and friends who plan to be out on tours most of the day and want to spend on experiences rather than on the room. Families may find the rooms tight, so check the room types. The activity desk is a real help for first-timers building an itinerary, though it is worth comparing prices and reading reviews before choosing.
Why stay here
- ✓Self check-in kiosks
- ✓24-hour Smartkiosk
- ✓Lobby bar
- ✓Breakfast buffet
- ✓Fast Wi-Fi with screen casting
- ✓Activity desk for tours
- ✓Eco-Lighthouse certified
- ✓24-hour staffed reception
Good questions
Where is Smarthotel Tromsø?+
At Vestregata 6 in the city centre, about three minutes from the cathedral. Polaria and the Polar Museum are around eight minutes on foot.
Is breakfast included?+
The hotel's page says the buffet is included when you book directly with the hotel. Check your rate to confirm.
Can the hotel book tours for me?+
Yes, an activity desk can book Northern Lights tours, whale watching, dog sledding and reindeer safaris. Compare prices and reviews before you decide.