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.
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 type | Sleeps | Beds and layout |
|---|---|---|
| Twin Room | Not stated | 10 m² |
| Superior Twin Balcony | Not stated | 12 m² |
| King Room | Not stated | 1 bed; 12 m² |
| Superior King Best View | Not stated | 1 bed; 12 m² |
| Standard Queen Room | Not stated | 1 bed; 12 m² |
| Standard Single Room | Not stated | 1 bed; 12 m² |
| Superior Single Room | Not stated | 1 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
Nearby
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.
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Sources
- Scandic SvolværVisit Lofoten. Official tourism, checked 16 September 2026
- Scandic Svolvær (listing data)Visit Lofoten. Official tourism, checked 16 September 2026
- Accessibility at Scandic SvolværScandic Hotels. Property, checked 16 September 2026
- Stay at Scandic Svolvaer | Hotel in LofotenScandic Hotels. Property, checked 16 September 2026
- Scandic Svolvær (Booking.com listing)Booking site, checked 16 September 2026
- OpenStreetMap: Scandic SvolværOpenStreetMap contributors. Mapping, checked 16 September 2026
Details last verified 16 September 2026.