In the heart of the city, Scandic Harstad offers a welcoming atmosphere with a free breakfast buffet and two on-site restaurants featuring ocean views. Connect to in-room WiFi, unwind at the bar or gym, and appreciate top-rated property condition.
Trondenes Historical Centre - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
Evenes (EVE-Harstad - Narvik) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
Matrix - 15 min walk
Jordbærpikene - 5 min drive
Espresso House - 4 min walk
Coop Obs Kafé Harstad - 19 min walk
Bakerinnen, Kanebogen - 6 min drive
About this property
Scandic Harstad
Scandic Harstad is a great choice for a stay in Harstad. After visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the overall property condition.
At a glance
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Hotel size
121 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
Children (3 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (NOK 150 per day)
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Skiing nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Business center
4 meeting rooms
Conference space (5274 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Television in common areas
Fitness center
Comprehensive food waste policy
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Minibar
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves breakfast only.
Thors - This bar serves light fare only. Open select days.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Nordic Swan Ecolabel, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NOK 200 per person
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of NOK 450 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for NOK 100.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for NOK 250.0 per night
Parking
Self parking costs NOK 150 per day
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Also known as
Hotel Rica Harstad
Rica Harstad
Rica Harstad Hotel
Rica Hotel Harstad
Scandic Harstad Hotel
Scandic Harstad
Scandic Harstad Hotel
Scandic Harstad Harstad
Scandic Harstad Hotel Harstad
Frequently asked questions
Does Scandic Harstad offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Scandic Harstad 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 Scandic Harstad?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Scandic Harstad?
Yes. Self parking costs NOK 150 per day. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Scandic Harstad?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of NOK 450 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Scandic Harstad and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like skiing and return when the snow melts for fishing and hiking. Scandic Harstad also has a fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Scandic Harstad?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers ocean views.
What's the area around Scandic Harstad like?
Scandic Harstad is in the heart of Harstad, a short 2-minute walk from Grottebadet Waterpark and 8 minutes' walk from Harstad Church.
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Reviews
Scandic Harstad Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
8.6
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as good. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Always a great place to stay
Fantastic customer service, clean room, great breakfast
Jerrard
Jerrard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2024
Love the service and atmosphere.
Heidi
Heidi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2024
Nice stay in Harstad centrum. Close to everything. Very good breakfast also.
Stein
Stein, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 20, 2025
This was a fairly nice stay for a couple of nights. The hotel staff is very friendly and the breakfast was good. The rooms and the building itself definitely need some updates. Thankfully we were on the 5th floor because the 1st and 2nd floors smelled of cigarette smoke due to a lot of people smoking outside.
Sam
Sam, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jul 10, 2024
Great hotell
Ronni
Ronni, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 12, 2025
Good stay
The hotel was clearly an older build but it was well mentained. The room was cozy
The breakfast was good!
Sanna
Sanna, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 12, 2023
Helt greit hotell. Hyggelig betjening.
Ole-Magnus
Ole-Magnus, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2023
Less light pollution for increased chance of seeing northern lights.
Zachery
Zachery, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 18, 2024
Supert service
Laila
Laila, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 3, 2024
Skulle ønske dobbeltrom hadde to stoler å sitte i.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 28, 2023
Ok
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Sep 3, 2023
Our party of 3 booked two separate rooms, but were given a single room with a fold-out sofa. Front desk staff could not resolve it, and we're awaiting a reaponse from the hotel. They also had no record of the guest who tried checking-in right before us. He had to provide his paperwork as proof of the reservation.
Ken
Ken, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 15, 2026
Litt slitt på grunn av alder, men rent og gode senger
helge
helge, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2026
God og rikelig frokost. Ble fylt på når behov. Hyggelig personale.
Tor
Tor, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
May 7, 2026
Skuffende rengjøring under sengene på familierommet. Store støvdotter. Det var ikke bra.
Per Tho
Per Tho, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 5, 2026
god beliggenhet, god frokost, hyggelig betjening
Kathrine Røren
Kathrine Røren, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 3, 2026
Frokost var udmerket. Personalet var hjelpsomme med spørsmål jeg hadde. De hadde parking, men noen av plassene var trange til den litt store bilen jeg hadde. Ganske fornøyd totalt sett.
Helge
Helge, 5-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Apr 26, 2026
Veldig hyggelig og serviceinnstilt personale, fine rom, grei frokost og beliggenhet med nærhet til det meste.. men MYE bråk! Både fra andre rom, og vi ble holdt våkne halve natta pga støy fra nærliggende utesteder. Dette gav seg riktignok nærmere 0330, så om du er blant de som vanligvis ikke sover på dette tidspunktet - er dette hotellet perfekt for deg.
Synøve
Synøve, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2026
? Møtte ikke til frokost.
svein harald
svein harald, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 20, 2026
Supert sentralt hotell, godt utvalg på frokosten. Hyggelig og imøtekommende personale
helge
helge, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2026
Sentral plassering i sentrum. Hyggelig personale. Pene rom. Stort bad. Veldig gode senger. Anbefales!
Ruth
Ruth, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2026
Ja
Kari Anne Aarsæther
Kari Anne Aarsæther, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Mar 29, 2026
Veldig hyggelig respesjonist. Hyggelig innsjekk og utsjekk. Bestilte allergirom og fikk det! Rommet var fint, men det var ikke helt rent på gulvet. Det største problemet var at det ikke gikk an å åpne vinduet. Jeg bestilte ikke frokost, så den kan jeg ikke rangere.
Merethe
Merethe, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 24, 2026
Fint hotell, men varm melk til frokost.
Line
Line, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2026
Rommet var rent. Beliggenheten er perfekt. Komforten hadde vært bedre dersom det hadde vært en kaffemaskin på rommet, og at sengene satt fast i hverandre. Jeg synes resepsjonisten var veldig behjelpelig med å finne et annet rom til meg enn det som var tildelt først. Det var ingenting galt med rommet, men jeg ønsket en annen plassering. Det jeg savner ved utsjekk er å bli spurt om jeg har hatt det bra, og bli ønsket velkommen tilbake en annen gang. Det har jeg savnet alle gangene jeg har bodd på Grand i Harstad de senere år.