At Mary-Ann's Polarrigg, unwind in the garden or enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet. Indulge in local cuisine at Vinterhagen restaurant, then challenge friends to a game of billiards or explore the library.
University Centre in Svalbard - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Svalbard Church - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Svalbard Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Svalbard Global Seed Vault - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
Getting around
Longyearbyen (LYR-Svalbard) - 5 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Barentz Pub & Spiseri - 6 min walk
Radisson Blu Polar Hotel - Restaurant - 6 min walk
Mary-Anns polarrigg - 1 min walk
Kroa - 11 min walk
Svalbar - 11 min walk
About this property
Mary-Ann's Polarrigg
Mary-Ann's Polarrigg is just 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Vinterhagen, which serves local cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
39 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
DONE
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
DONE
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
DONE
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
DONE
Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
DONE
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
DONE
Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Shared refrigerator
What to do
Pool table
Foosball
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Skiing nearby
Sledding nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Ski storage
Facilities
4 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
Arcade/game room
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Accessible airport shuttle
5 stairs to reach property
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Special features
Dining
Vinterhagen - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NOK 110 per person (one-way)
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of NOK 315 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of NOK 315 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Airport shuttle service for children up to age 14 costs NOK 45 (one-way)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay
Does Mary-Ann's Polarrigg offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mary-Ann's Polarrigg does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Mary-Ann's Polarrigg?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Mary-Ann's Polarrigg?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Mary-Ann's Polarrigg?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is NOK 110 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mary-Ann's Polarrigg?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of NOK 315 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NOK 315 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Mary-Ann's Polarrigg and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like sledding and snowmobiling, and return when the snow melts for boat tours and fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Mary-Ann's Polarrigg?
Yes, Vinterhagen offers local cuisine.
What's the area around Mary-Ann's Polarrigg like?
Mary-Ann's Polarrigg is a short 7-minute walk from Svalbard Church and 7 minutes' walk from Svalbard Museum.
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Reviews
Mary-Ann's Polarrigg Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.2
Cleanliness
7.6
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, satisfying, delicious, and marvellous with a great variety of options. (18 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Popular mentions
Service staff
Breakfast
Room
Location
Restaurant
Towns
Shower
Food
Lunch
Ambience
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2025
Fantastic homely hotel. Warm friendly welcoming team and feel throughout the hotel.
Jason
Jason, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2025
Wonderful stay
Wonderful stay, good location and breakfast offered has lots of options
Rina
Rina, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2025
Nice and quirky place which felt like an arctic museum. Good breakfast, great wifi, friendly staff, close to walk into town, airport shuttle picks up and drops off in front of hotel, clean & safe. Highly recommend this place and especially if on a budget.
Johannes
Johannes, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
An absolutely wonderful hotel with an excellent breakfast spread, clean/well-maintained facilities, attentive staff, and easily walkable into town.
Howard
Howard, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2025
We had a great stay. The bath was a little bit tiny but everythlng necessary was in. The breakfast was marvellous, a great variety and very delicious.
Monika
Monika, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2024
Cozy place, perfect breakfast, close to everything.
Jennie IS
Jennie IS, 6-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2025
Buffet breakfast is excellent and one can load up and skip lunch. However, they have lunch specials which are also worthwhile . The best vegetarian lasagna I have ever had, any where. And the restaurant itself is charming, full of plants and friendly atmosphere.
Ann
Ann, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2025
Thank you Anastasia and the rest of the helpful staff! Available constantly and helped with my 10000 questions. Super clean and comfortable. I don't like sharing bathrooms but they are kept clean and my room was near a "luxurious" one. Everything you need is in the common areas, which makes you feel more connected to others. Restaurant and service AMAZING. I loved the reindeer steak. Breakfast included= needed and fantastic way to start your day in the arctic.
Andrea
Andrea, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 1, 2024
Very cosy accomedation and superb restaurant, it all looks like a (miner) museum, beautiful 👌
Dirk
Dirk, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2024
Lovely stay! Such great staff
Jennifer
Jennifer, 8-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2024
Very friendly staff. Good service and good food.
john
john, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2024
Good value hotel, staff very friendly and helpful. The hotel has a lot of genuine character and rustic. Good value overall.
Christine
Christine, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2023
Nice, interesting hotel. You can learn a lot about local history and have a very pleasant stay. Great staff, and a very good breakfast. Minutes walk from town center.
sara
sara, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2024
Great place!!
I stayed for 4 nights & loved every moment here. The single rooms are just the right size & there are enough communal bathrooms to go around. The breakfast is enough to get you through to till & the evening restaurant is really great!
Andrew
Andrew, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2025
This type of property isn’t for everyone. But for the type of people who seek a unique style of accommodation, this property is for you. The staff, the ones I interacted with, were very friendly and helpful. The room I selected was exactly what I needed. No luxuries just the minimum for what I needed. I would return to this property again and will suggest it to anyone I know wishing to travel to Longyearbyen. Thank you for an amazing trip of a lifetime.
Robert James
Robert James, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
Fabulous atmosphere at this hotel - it is as though you are one of a science team or early explorers - however these modular type bedrooms have no sound protection and the black out drapes were not sufficient! But the restaurant was delightful with exquisite food - just make to book a reservation early!!
Constance A
Constance A, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jul 25, 2024
The best part of the stay was the breakfast buffet. The staff was from Argentina and were the friendliest ever. Other than that, for the money paid it was average
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 8, 2024
amazing trip
Excellent experience in Mary-Ann's Porarrigs hotel, i booked the single room, think it's worth the price, the breakfast is very very good to be honest, i like the living room there, nice and comfortable.
the place - Longyearbyen, i would love to go there again if possible, it's amazing.
HANJIE
HANJIE, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2024
The rooms are great, the Vinterhagen restaurant is top-notch, staff very helpful. Also, the "living room" is very convenient. The quirky, one-of-a-kind vibe of the place is what makes Mary-Ann's so unique. Loved it.
Pedro
Pedro, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2025
Amazing Hotel, great and friendly stuff that do everything to make you feel at home. The Restaurant is also amazing. The wohle Interiors and common areas are so great. The only Small Negative Point are the Room Doors. You can hear every Single door opening. Anyway a Minor Point in this Great Place. Hope to Go there again…
Gernot
Gernot, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2023
A wonderful place to hang out and enjoy a remarkable environment. Very comfortable as a solo woman.
Laurie
Laurie, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2025
Maryann’s is cozy, quiet, and heartwarming oasis in a desert of corporate modern hotels bleached of all feeling. It is a very walkable distance to the city center but far enough away to shake off the town when you want to. Having lunch and dinner as an available option on site is convenient but we very much enjoyed the complimentary breakfast. Everything was so fresh and made with obvious love of serving. I would definitely return here.
Brian
Brian, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 10, 2024
A very cosy place for people who cannot spend a fortune. The athmosphere is sweet and friendly. You reach the city center in 5 minutes.
Katharina
Katharina, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Great budget stay
We thorough enjoyed our 3 night stay in this lovely quirky establishment. Although the rooms are not massive, they were big enough and it was so much more interesting than staying in a bland corporate hotel. The staff were amazing and the huge lounge area had a lovely homely feel. Don't worry about the shared bathrooms, they're large, well appointed and there are plenty of them. We would definitely stay again, and would recommended it to anyone. Thanks to all the team there who helped make our trip so memorable.
James
James, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2024
The accommodatie is great an friendly staff.
The surroundre is not clear for me with the map.