Experience the Arctic charm at Coal Miners Cabins, where breakfast buffets and kids' meals await at the on-site restaurant. Play games in the arcade room, unwind with extended parking, or explore Svalbard Church nearby. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Bar
Ski facilities
Airport transfer
Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Housekeeping (on request)
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Ski storage
Airport shuttle
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Arcade/game room
Communal living room
Snack bar/deli
Refrigerator in a common area
Self-serve laundry
Multilingual staff
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Laundry facilities
Blackout drapes/curtains
Arcade/game room
Free self parking
Snack bar/deli
$142 nightly
The total price is $142
$142 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Family Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
7 reviews
(7 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Sofa bed - queen
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe or closet
334 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe or closet
140 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Triple Room
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe or closet
140 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds
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Economy Twin Room
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
11 reviews
(11 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe or closet
108 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Room, 1 Twin Bed (Economy)
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
12 reviews
(12 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe or closet
108 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed
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University Centre in Svalbard - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
Svalbard Global Seed Vault - 12 min drive - 7.2 km
Getting around
Longyearbyen (LYR-Svalbard) - 8 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Fruene - 3 min drive
Barentz Pub & Spiseri - 3 min drive
Cafe Huskies - 3 min drive
Karlsberger Pub - 3 min drive
Radisson Blu Polar Hotel - Restaurant - 3 min drive
About this property
Coal Miners Cabins
Coal Miners Cabins is just 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Does Coal Miners Cabins offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Coal Miners Cabins 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 Coal Miners Cabins?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Coal Miners Cabins?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Coal Miners Cabins?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is NOK 100 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Coal Miners Cabins?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Coal Miners Cabins and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like ice skating and cross-country skiing, and return when the snow melts for cycling and boat tours. Coal Miners Cabins also has an arcade.
Are there restaurants at or near Coal Miners Cabins?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Coal Miners Cabins like?
Coal Miners Cabins is located by the river.
Popular attractions include Svalbard Church, which is 3 minutes away by car.
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Coal Miners Cabins Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was wonderful, good, and lovely with a variety of options including salmon, eggs, and bacon. (9 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 24, 2025
I really liked the concept, rooms and public areas were clean, personnel super friendly and the breakfast was better then some airport lounge buffets
Zoltan
Zoltan, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 30, 2025
Loved the laidback but comfy vibe
susan
susan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 6, 2025
Nice people, cosy lobby/bar, large, very clean (shared) bathrooms, a little bit outside the village- highly recommended
Rena
Rena, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 7, 2025
Amazing place, people and breakfast
Daisy
Daisy, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 13, 2025
As a first timer on Svalbard, the Coal Miner’s Cabin didn’t disappoint! I love how it is away from the main part of town and the rustic feel to it. It has gorgeous views and super comfortable beds. The staff were friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable.
maureen
maureen, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 31, 2025
Loved the staff and the Lobby was nice/fun/clean - rooms were too basic for us....but if you are used to a Hostel it is great. Also, free washer/dryers
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 18, 2025
We were pleasantly surprised. Spacious rooms, only waited for the bathroom once in the 4 nights we stayed. The staff were very nice and helpful. The common area/bar/restaurant area was very comfortable. Roughly a 2.5 km walk into town. We would definitely stay here again
Kevin
Kevin, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 9, 2025
Accommodation on Historic Ground👍✌️
Val
Val, 1-night trip
4/10 Poor
Jul 6, 2025
The facility was very clean, and the staff were amazing.
False advertising on Expedia.I stayed in single economy room and it gives the impression that there is a bathroom in the room and no information about shared bathroom.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 14, 2025
Nice & cosy
Angela
Angela, 3-night trip
6/10 Okay
Feb 13, 2025
A great stay if you’re just looking for a bed for the night. The room was warm and clean, albeit small and basic. Overall, perfect if you aren’t expecting lots of extras. The complementary breakfast wasn’t great though.
Charles
Charles, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 2, 2022
Great place!
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 22, 2024
My preferred place to stay on Svalbard since 2005-lovely Staff and cosy rooms.I Will definately return!!!.
Thomas
Thomas, 11-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 16, 2024
It's a very nice place to stay. Highly recommended.
Thomas
Thomas, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 9, 2024
We did not visit as tourists, nor did we have the budget for this, but we deeply enjoyed the relatively affordable stay that allowed us to explore the Arctic!
Special thanks go out to the wonderful staff who ensured that we had great food, amazing breakfasts, and some wonderful conversations!
Melanie
Melanie, 7-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 13, 2022
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Carol Ann
Carol Ann, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 18, 2024
It was really nice that there was free tea and coffee.
Yoshiaki
Yoshiaki, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 7, 2024
Coal Miner's cabins have a great staff, a really perfect continental breakfast, a nice walk into the main part of town. So it's a little bit more quiet and relaxed. And was affordable and just perfect!
Celia
Celia, 6-night trip
6/10 Okay
Sep 10, 2022
I stayed only a few hours so I cannot actually say.
Breakfast was wonderful
pat
pat, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Apr 12, 2023
Friendly staff. Inconveniently located out of town.
Tariq
Tariq, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 1, 2022
it is querqui friendli quiet.
clean.
Hedy
Hedy, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 12, 2024
These guys up there are doing a great job.Most wonderful place, and I wish all the tourists going up there appreciate it !!! And please take off your shoes when you enter the building.
Christine
Christine, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 23, 2022
This place is a little different and a good 15 minutes walk to .
Shared bathroom but everything was super clean
michael
michael, 4-night trip
6/10 Okay
Oct 15, 2023
I got moved to sister hotel Radisson Polar which was a great hotel.
But I was disappointed that the hotel couldn't amend my booking when I requested to reduce my stay by one night.
Robert
Robert, 5-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 16, 2022
Perfect....
Perfect. Located at the end of the Sarcophagus where adventure begins. Reception building has great breakfast including 2 types of salmon, eggs, bacon...all the stuff. Room was clean and bathroom well located. Tour was late in checkout day and they were so nice, let me use the room till 17:00 no extra charge. Definitely coming back to CMC my home in Svalbard !