Lofoten Handbook

Scandic Svolvær

A 146-room Scandic hotel on Lamholmen in Svolvær harbour, with some balcony rooms facing the sea or mountains and a breakfast room looking over the harbour.

Last verified 16 September 2026

Hotel in Svolvær

Why stay here

It stands on Lamholmen in the harbour, which Scandic lists as 0 km from the centre. Some rooms have a balcony with a sea or mountain view; Visit Lofoten's listing says half the rooms face the sea and have a balcony. Breakfast is served in a room with a panoramic view of the harbour, and the hotel carries the Nordic Swan Ecolabel.

Who it’s for

Travellers who want a chain hotel in central Svolvær. Pet-friendly rooms are offered, and Scandic publishes accessibility details for the hotel, including two adapted rooms and disabled parking 22.5 metres from the entrance.

Highlights

  • On Lamholmen in Svolvær harbour
  • Some rooms with sea- or mountain-view balconies
  • Harbour-view breakfast room
  • Nordic Swan Ecolabel

Things to consider

Parking is paid and limited to 30 marked spaces that cannot be reserved; street parking is 50 metres away. Scandic lists every room category at 12–15 m². Check-in is from 16:00. Scandic's accessibility page notes level differences in the restaurant, parts of which are not accessible by wheelchair.

The accommodation

146 rooms in standard single, standard, superior, superior best view and superior balcony categories. Two rooms are adapted for guests with disabilities, and Visit Lofoten lists all rooms as non-smoking.

Room types at Scandic Svolvær
Room typeSleepsBeds and layout
Twin RoomNot stated10 m²
Superior Twin BalconyNot stated12 m²
King RoomNot stated1 bed; 12 m²
Superior King Best ViewNot stated1 bed; 12 m²
Standard Queen RoomNot stated1 bed; 12 m²
Standard Single RoomNot stated1 bed; 12 m²
Superior Single RoomNot stated1 bed; 12 m²

Facilities

  • Sea view
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Step-free access

Free Wi-Fi, 3 electric car charging points, disabled parking, pet-friendly rooms, an outdoor terrace, a 24-hour shop, and two meeting rooms for up to 100 people (Visit Lofoten gives 70 in cinema layout).

Breakfast buffet daily 07:00–10:00. Scandic lists a restaurant and bar and describes the reception as doubling as a bar, with a 24-hour shop for light meals, snacks and drinks, but gives no dinner hours. Visit Lofoten's listing names Bauen Restaurant, serving à la carte, and Bauen Bar on the second floor.

Location

Lamholmen, Svolvær harbour; by Scandic's figures 0.9 km from the Amfi Svolvær shopping centre, 1.9 km from Svolværgeita and 5.6 km from Svolvær Airport.

Lamholmen, Svolvær

Distances the listing gives

  • Svolvær town centre: 150 metres
  • Hurtigruten ferry terminal: 10-minute walk
  • Lofoten War Memorial Museum: 700 metres
  • High-speed ferry pier to Bodø: walking distance

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Questions

What are the check-in and check-out times at Scandic Svolvær?
Check-in is from 16:00 and check-out by 12:00. Photo ID and a credit card are required at check-in.
Can I store luggage at Scandic Svolvær?
Yes. The hotel has a luggage room, and it has told a guest they could leave bags there for several days while exploring Lofoten.
Are there EV chargers at Scandic Svolvær?
Yes. The hotel car park has EV chargers, and charging is free for hotel guests.
How far is Scandic Svolvær from the express boat to Bodø?
Within walking distance, according to the hotel. The Hurtigruten terminal is about a 10-minute walk.
Are pets allowed at Scandic Svolvær?
On request, so contact the hotel before you travel.
Can children stay at Scandic Svolvær?
Yes, at any age. Cots for children up to two are free on request, subject to availability; extra beds are not offered, and guests aged 13 and over pay adult rates.
How do I get to Scandic Svolvær from Narvik airport?
Shuttle buses run from the airport to Svolvær, and reception can help with details.
Where is Scandic Svolvær?
Scandic Svolvær is a hotel in Svolvær, in Lofoten. Its address is Lamholmen, Svolvær.
Does Scandic Svolvær have Wi-Fi?
Yes. The sources for this page list Wi-Fi at Scandic Svolvær.
Is there parking at Scandic Svolvær?
Yes. The sources for this page list parking at Scandic Svolvær.
What is Scandic Svolvær's guest rating?
Scandic Svolvær is rated 8.3 out of 10 on Booking.com from 2,614 reviews, as checked on 17 September 2026. Ratings change as new reviews come in.

Sources

Details last verified 16 September 2026.