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Rica Hotel Svolvaer

3.0 of 5
Lamholmen, Svolvaer 8300, Norway
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Rica Hotel Svolvaer
Ranked #3 of 9 hotels in Svolvaer
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England
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24 reviews 24 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 26, 2013 via mobile

My wife and I stayed here for two nights in March this year and we echo most comments, staff seem mildly interested but not over concerned with helping you (my general experience of staff in Norway) the tea and coffee facilities were not refilled, cups werent cleaned or rooms dusted, we did get clean towels, unlike at Sortland.The rooms are... More

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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 25, 2013

We stayed here two nights in march 2013. Staff at the reception were nice, but not up-to-date with the travel itinerary of the group we belonged to. The reception area is nice, and also serves a the breakfast buffet area. Breakfast choice and variety was good, the waffle-maker is a great plus. We enjoyed dinner at the hotel twice, as... More

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Oslo, Norway
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35 reviews 35 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2013

We stayed here for 2 nights in June last year. We need to use some Eurobonuspoint's and had a longweekend in Lofoten, Norway. We stayed in a dobbleroom with a terrasse next to the sea. In the evening the ship: Hurtigruten (it goes up and down the coast of Norway, from Bergen to Kirkenes) come to Svolvaer, 1 around 7... More

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Adelaide Australia
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65 reviews 65 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 11, 2013

It was low season, so the hotel seemed short staffed and some staff were more helpful than others, but they all meant well! Our room was comfortable with a great view. Meals were not that exciting, but on a cold night good not to have to go out! We saw the Aurora from their car park, which was wonderful. It... More

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Reading, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 8, 2013 via mobile

Our rooms were standard and faced the sea with balconies. Yes the room is not big but it has a very comfy bed and amazing view. The bathroom was clean but they need to dust shelves a bit more. Dinner was very tasty but sadly as we were late in we weren't offered dessert. Breakfast was also very tasty with... More

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Adelaide, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 15, 2012

This hotel overlooks the harbor in Svolvaer from a beautifully designed set of buildings which complement the location. The dining and breakfast room jut out over the water to give almost a 360 degree view. We really enjoyed our superb buffet breakfast from this area. We asked for, and were given, a room overlooking the water. This had a small... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed August 11, 2012

Stayed at this hotel in the beginning of August 2012. The hotel has a nice location, close to the city centre, the port, shops and restaurants. We booked late and the only thing avaliable was superior rooms. Therefore our expectations were high. Unfortunately the room did not quite meet our expectations. The room was very tiny and the only thing... More

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Isle of Man
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Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed July 19, 2012

The staff were good, but the room was small with tired decor. Breakfast was mediocre.

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Europe
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6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed July 17, 2012

Hotels in Norway are expensive and, generally, poor value for money. Our stay was, however, an especially bad value for money. The website photo of the hotel shows an idyllic location..almost in the water. However, if you do not get a room with a view (and there is no way to guarantee this when making an internet reservation), the hotel... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012

I stayed at this hotel for 6 days in May in a "normal" room. I had the chance to get a room with a direct view on Svolvaer harbor where the Hurtigruten ships stop twice a day. The hotel room was very small and basic, so all the charm was giving by the view and the small balcony directly on... More

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Address: Lamholmen, Svolvaer 8300, Norway
Region: Norway > Northern Norway > Nordland > Vagan Municipality > Svolvaer
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Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant
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Ranked #3 of 9 hotels in Svolvaer
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Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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