The Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen offers a truly unique sauna experience — 1,300 kilometres from the North Pole in Longyearbyen, the world’s northernmost full-service hotel. The spa and sauna facilities provide a perfect way to warm up and unwind after Arctic adventures.
Sauna and Spa Facilities
The hotel features:
- Traditional sauna with Arctic mountain views
- Outdoor hot tubs nestled into the Arctic landscape
- Relaxation rooms for post-sauna recovery
- Crackling fireplace for a cozy atmosphere
The setting is extraordinary — imagine warming up in a sauna while looking out at the Arctic wilderness, with the possibility of polar night darkness in winter or midnight sun in summer.
Practical Information
- Access: Available to hotel guests; advance booking recommended
- Hours: Sauna and jacuzzi close at 20:00
- Hotel: Full-service with restaurant, bar, and 95 rooms
- Location: In the heart of Longyearbyen, Svalbard
- Best time: Winter offers the polar night experience; summer brings the midnight sun
- Activities: The hotel serves as a base for glacier hikes, snowmobile safaris, Northern Lights tours, and Arctic wildlife excursions
