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Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø

3.5 star property
Ski-in/ski-out hotel with a restaurant
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Lobby sitting area
Aerial view
Property grounds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
The price is AU$422
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec

Explore the area

Map
Hansine Hansens Veg 67, Tromsø, 9038
  • University of Tromso
    1 min walk
  • Polar-Alpine Botanical Gardens
    11 min walk
  • Tromso Fjords
    12 min walk
  • Tromsø (TOS-Langnes)
    8 min drive

Room options

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Single Room, Accessible

Single Room, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 20 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Double Room, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 20 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Tromsø

At Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of University of Tromso and within 15 minutes of Polar-Alpine Botanical Gardens. Highlights at this ski hotel include a complimentary breakfast, a restaurant and a 24-hour gym. .This business-friendly hotel offers ski-in/ski-out access, free WiFi in public areas and concierge services. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Tromsø hotel, you'll be 3.9 km (2.5 mi) from Skansen and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Polar Museum.

What's nearby

  • University of Tromso - 1 min walk
  • Polar-Alpine Botanical Gardens - 11 min walk
  • Tromso Fjords - 12 min walk
  • Tromso Lapland - 4 min drive
  • Tromso Cathedral - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Tromsø (TOS-Langnes) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Egon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shin Sushi Tromsø - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jordbærpikene - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fryd - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø

Ski-in/ski-out hotel with a restaurant
Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø offers its guests ski-in/ski-out access and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There are 4 meeting rooms available. A library, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Tromsø hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 243 guestrooms or units
  • 19 levels
  • Built in 2015
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø offers 243 air-conditioned accommodations with free toiletries and blackout curtains. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

This Tromsø hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. An iron/ironing board, hairdryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Norwegian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (NOK 237 per day)
  • Uncovered parking on site (NOK 237 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 19 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NOK 650.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: NOK 237 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: NOK 237 per day (1640 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NOK 650.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit/debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts credit or debit cards, Visa, Mastercard and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø Hotel Tromso
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø?

Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø?

As of 18 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø on 22 Dec 2024 start from AU$421.97, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø?

Yep, Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø has an uncovered self car park for NOK 237 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

Is Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø is a hit with families.

Does Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary buffet breakfast is offered on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø?

No, Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø?

There is a golf course next to Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø.

Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 287 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 287 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 287 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 287 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 287 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Irina

Travelled with family
For almost $300 per night you don’t even get a shampoo in the shower, no tea kettle or coffee in the room. Simply scandalous
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

William, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable property. Location is a little out of the city centre however excellent bus connection to central Tromsø every 10 minutes. Access to hotel is through the University of Northern Norway Hospital. Overall enjoyed the 3 night stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are neat, bus stops are opposite to the hotel. Ice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jon Omund

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

linmore, nrofolk

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for hospital visits. Food was a problem, cafeteria was poor. Little selection and not fully stocked.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly, Canyon COuntry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room, but misleading description of hotel
The room was a very nice single and the desk clerk was super-helpful. However, I think the description of the hotel needs to be expanded—it’s almost misleading by the omissions. The hotel is attached to a hospital—you literally have to enter the hospital doors to get to the hotel. The paid parking is outside, a block away from the hotel. There are no luggage carts, etc. I parked in a taxi zone to unload my luggage and haul it to my room before parking. However, the room was nice and had a good view, though the window was quite small. The included breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

cap, Auburn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The property was clean and everyone was helpful and courteous. The rooms were sparse when it came to amenities and the room was just given fresh towels during the week (no cleaning service) and there was no room servicing on Sunday. We wish it was clearer that the hotel was part of the university hospital and on the outskirts of town - not in town. While close on a map to downtown Tromsø, taxi fares were quite high and buses were inconvenient to go into town, for activities, or to the airport.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Marshall, California

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, the staff were friendly, and there was a convenience store on level5.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is next to the hospital, yet it does not feel as such. Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I had no idea this hotel was in a hospital, we had to park a bit away and it was extremely hard to find the main entrance because we didn’t know the hotel was in the hospital. Beds extremely narrow but the room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good breakfasts. Good views from bedroom. WiFi and TV all worked very well in room. No coffee +tea making facilities in room. Soap container empty in bathroom + no tissue box in bathroom or bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

THOMAS

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pingvinhotellet UNN Tromsø (Attached Uni Hospital)
Hotel is very clean and tidy, but it must be clear that it is attached to the university hospital. This is a little strange as you walk through the hospital entrance to get to the reception, and the canteen is shared. As long as this is not an issue the hotel is more than acceptable, with a very clean room and nice bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

nicola, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value for money.
The hotel is really good value for money compared to what you will pay if you stay at a hotel in town. The bus stop is right outside the hotel and buses run frequently and it was never a problem for us to get to town even with heavy snow. It is kind of strange staying at a hotel in a hospital but the rooms are great and the breakfast selection is really good.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel. Great service. The hotel is adjacent to a major hospital but it’s not loud at all. It’s also a bus/taxi/car ride away from the center of town but this wasn’t a huge inconvenience.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Trip in Wintertime Tromsø
The bus stop is very close and an affordable option rather than taxis. I recommend getting the 7 day pass for 240 NOK. The hotel has a great breakfast, honestly one of the best I have had. The service is very friendly and overall a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A pleasant stay
The hotel room is nice and spacious and the breakfast buffet is very good. The hotel shares the same entrance as the hospital, but one you know it doesn’t bother too much. It located a few km from city but has a good bus connection. We caught a taxi back to hotel after the chasing lights tour, cost around 220 NOK.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

SURESH, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel and facilities for the price. Although the hotel is away from the city centre. Bus No 20 will take you to the city centre in 10 minutes. The bus stop is just below the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
On the first day I had business at the campus, it was great that I was staying on site. The next day an hour's walk took me to town. You can also walk to the airport. Some bike rental facility would be great (actually maybe there was one, but it wasn't advertised).

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overnighter in Tromso
Stayed at Pingvinhotellet 1 night only having arrived at Tromso airport at 19:30. No airport bus on a Saturday or Sunday to the location/area of hotel. Caught taxi 210NOK, bus fare is 100NOK each so the taxi was a good. Taxi dropped us in basement service area. Pressed a buzzer & someone from reception let us into the hotel. Check in was easy, small shop next to reception, & an island where we purchased baguettes. Room smallish and basic, spotlessly clean, no tea/coffee making. Two comfortable single beds. Breakfast on the floor below reception & was excellent I left to collect rental car from airport. returned to the hotel, eventually. No clear pick up/drop off area & exit from reception is long walk to a road with no clear parking. If there is a sign indicating that it was Pingvinhotellet then I couldn't see it. Check Google Maps before you go so that you know what the hotel looks like. I parked in a service yard having driven past signs that (I think) said taxi and buses only. I assume this is why the taxi dropped us in the basement area. The hotel not close to the City Centre we've been to Tromso before & used the hotel as an overnighter. If you wanted to sightsee in Tromso I don't think I would recommend it. You are 4 or 5 Km travel from centre area. No problem with hotel but some signs would be nice, seems to built into the same area as a hospital & I felt I was driving around a hospital looking for an entrance to a building I could see but couldn't find.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

2/10 Terrible

Wendy, Australia

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
NOT suitable for Tourist!!
Not suited to travellers or anyone on holidays! Feels very much like a hospital... derr...it is in a hospital and the room felt clinical and very much like a hospital room. Entrance is through the hospital which is unacceptable, uncomfortable and confronting. There is no seperate hotel entrance. The beds in the room were the narrowest single beds ever and have medical alarm buttons beside them . Very distressing place. We left early forgoing a nights accommodation just to get out of the place. We left via the disabled entrance and witnessed 2 coffins being loaded into hurses!!! This place is not suited to tourists on vacation as it is not a place of leisure. They should not be allowed to sell these rooms to tourists. They are really only suited for hospital patients and families. Completely dissatisfied and unable to get a refund for the night when we didn’t stay. Beware....If you are on holidays don’t stay here. If on the other hand you are ill or a loved is, then this will be a very convenient place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Carlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very functional, although it lacks a bit of atmosphere. Convenient for business trips to the university or hospital, but kind of far from the city center
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018