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 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Svalbard Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Svalbard Kirke - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Svalbard Church - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Svalbard Global Seed Vault - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Longyearbyen (LYR-Svalbard) - 5 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Cafe Huskies - 5 min walk
Fruene - 9 min walk
Svalbar - 11 min walk
Mary-Anns polarrigg - 1 min walk
Kroa - 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). For a bite to eat, guests can check out Vinterhagen, which serves local cuisine and is open for dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
40 rooms
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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
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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
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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
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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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
What to do
Pool table
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Skiing nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Ski storage
Facilities
4 buildings/towers
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
Arcade/game room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
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 dinner only.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NOK 75 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 costs NOK 25 (one-way)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector 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 75 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 skiing and return when the snow melts for fishing and hiking. Enjoy amenities like an arcade, a picnic area, 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 Kirke.
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Reviews
Mary-Ann's Polarrigg Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.0
Cleanliness
7.6
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.8
Eco-friendliness
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as very good, satisfying, and delicious with a great variety. (13 reviews)
The property's restaurant serves outstanding food, with a beautiful setting and friendly staff, offering a great dining experience. (5 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
We had a wonderful stay!
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Mary Ann’s has incredible character, comfortable budget lodging, and good food!
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
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
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2025
Good value - Great Longyearbyen Experience
I love Mary Ann's Polarrig in Longyearbyen. I had one of the best salmon dinners I have ever had last night. And I have had quite a few good ones around the Arctic. They have updated a few of the bathrooms since I was here before.
Jennie
Jennie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2025
The place was very unique e full of the history of town we enjoyed the staff and the town the 24 hours day was a challenging.
Keila
Keila, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2025
Absolutely loved Mary-Ann's one of the best things about our trip to Svalbard!!
Debra
Debra, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2024
Lovely stay! Such great staff
Jennifer
Jennifer, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2025
So so so charming!
Jocelynn
Jocelynn, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 12, 2025
Svalbard Green space
Nice place with lots of history from the area and great plants.
Would be a nice touch if they could add a wind break stand for guests to wait for the airport bus.
Patrick
Patrick, 4-night trip
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
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2024
Very friendly staff. Good service and good food.
john
john, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
Fun and unique.
Very fun place at site of old coal mining camp.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
A great stay and very unique in style not something you find in many Hotels. The reception is very helpful especially Storm who understood my needs and very caring.The one thing I didn’t like was the creaky floor boards particularly the corridors outside rooms at night it can be noisy. Highly recommended!
Paul Dos
Paul Dos, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2024
Love this place!!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2024
Stunning polar experience
Mary’s Polariggen was one of the best places we have ever visited
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
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
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
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
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
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
8/10 Very good
Jul 2, 2023
Good for one to 2 nights stay as rooms a little tight. All staff very helpful, accommodating! Waiting areas great and very nice to let us stay comfortably till flights due. Love the restaurant setting!
Susana
Susana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2023
Loved the place. Only suggestion: better sun blocking curtains.
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2024
Bucket list tick
Amazing location and I couls spend a day just looking at their collections. T'eas bitterly cold, hit -21 during the day, but was totally snug.
Kevin
Kevin, 4-night trip
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
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2023
I have stayed at this property two years ago. Highly recommended.