Name: Scandic Ishavshotel
Address: Tromso, NO
Price range: From $213

Scandic Ishavshotel, TromsoScandic Ishavshotel in Tromso, Norway has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 9 of 19 hotels we score in Tromso. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.2 before correction. Rooms from about $213 a night (cached, not a live quote).Scandic Ishavshotel is a four-storey, full-service hotel on the harbour waterfront in central Tromsø, built to resemble a ship. Rooms are modern and upscale, and many look out over the harbour. The Polar Museum is close by, the bus station is nearby, and Tromsø Airport is roughly 5 km away. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, gym, meeting and conference rooms, parking with electric vehicle charging, and family rooms; pets are welcome and special diet menus are available. It suits travellers who want a well-located base for exploring the city, whether on holiday or business. Rates start around $213 a night. One drawback to note is that there is no room service.What stands out

Spacious, comfortable rooms with harbour views

Varied, well-regarded breakfast buffet

Central waterfront location near Polar Museum

Friendly, helpful staff

Watch out for

No room service available

Breakfast can get crowded

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