45 Hattengveien, 9046 Melen, Norway
#1 of 1 hotels in Melen
Guests' ChoiceBased on 43 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.8
Value for money
8.3
Free WiFi
8.8
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Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Vincent
United StatesNo complaints. Everything was up to or exceeded expectations. Was a little skeptical because it’s a shared bathroom with other guest but everything was very clean and was an enjoyable experience.
Hotel was great with communication! Made us feel right at home. We forgot an item and they were very helpful with coordinating the return. We had an amazing view of the northern lights right from bed. Was an amazing experience.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Luighseach
GreeceThe shared bathroom was not so clean but this wasn’t enough to ruin our stay.
Amazing experience, very friendly staff, beautiful view and we were able to see aurora!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 March 2024
Kelly
United KingdomNo running water in the huts, cold dash across the site to get to the toilet and bathroom
Huts very warm and cosy, with great views. Meals were tasty, especially the reindeer and salmon. Hottub was great too. Staff were so lovely - so helpful and welcoming
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 24 February 2024
Ammembal
IndiaNone
The location and the set up is very beautiful, special Mention to the ultra kind staff who were really helpful with all our requests. We even got an early checkin. Note : You can reach this place with bus no 920 (Arctic Route) which needs to be pre booked else you can hop on a public transport bus 160. Highly recommend the place.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 January 2024
Teresa
SpainThomas and team were very helpful and friendly. The igloo is nice and cosy, food was very nice and we also enjoyed the sauna and the first snowmobile tour of the season with Thomas. It is a very special place and unique experience. Highly recommended!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Laxe
Singapore1. the dinner was expensive yet only soup, not enough at all 2. the power plug not working, so cant charge device 3. water system not set up/ready, so you gotta go get water from outside
Location - right at the city of Hatteng where the bus will stop by. Glass igloo house - new, modern design, see-thru glass was the highlight. atmosphere - super nice, best for couple. facilities - all very near and walkable, unlike others where you need to walk very far to reach toilet/washroom. overall environment - very beautiful, nice spot to wait to see aurora.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 20 December 2023
Ushi
NetherlandsWe had a very nice stay at North Experience Basecamp. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 16 December 2023
Swati
NetherlandsEverything was perfect.
Amazing location, private domes and wonderful staff :)
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 15 December 2023
Bethany
United KingdomOnly downside is the infrequent bus that runs only once or twice a day to and from Tromso. Checkout is at 11am and the bus isn’t until 4pm so can be a long wait. However they allowed us to checkout late and use the facilities, and made a fire to keep us warm.
Amazing accommodation, we were very lucky and saw the northern lights so many times over the evening and through the night. No light pollution so really clear Skys! The hut was cosy and warm and so was the shared bathroom only a short walk away. We were even picked up unexpectedly from the bus stop and dropped at the accommodation so we didn’t have to wait in the cold! Can’t recommend enough.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 3 December 2023
Persia
United KingdomNo complaints.
The staff are amazing. So attentive and friendly. Took care of everything and anything you needed. Asked them if we could use the jacuzzi, they had it set up within 20 mins. Asked them we wanted a last minute dinner. They also got that together in time for dinner in 2 hours. Amazing food 2 courses and waited on. We wanted to do a reindeer feeding experience and they sorted that out for us too. Transport to and from the camp to the reindeer farm and an authentic experience too. The huts are so warm and cosy. Beds so comfy too. Bathroom facilities are in such a short distance and are so warm too. So many communal warm spaces too to use as you wish. Easy bus to and from Tromso and the camp is within walking distance to the train station. Overall amazing!!!!!!! We were blown away and will remember this trip for years to come.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 27 November 2023
Milan
United Statesone of the best experiences
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 21 November 2023
Ziyan
QatarThere is no hand wash inside the igloos
Location and the services provided by their staff
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 27 October 2023
Jean
United StatesThere isn't a negative thing I can say. Weather was tricky so we didn't see the aurora but Thomas would have taken us out later to look for them if we weren't tired and looking forward to our cozy accommodations so much.
Thomas & Anniya rolled out the red carpet for us. We pre-booked meals and were very well fed. We utilized the wood burning sauna and arctic winds to get our blood flowing. They lit a roaring fire for us in the outdoor tent. We were taken to a friend's to meet some of their reindeer, including a newborn, and were able to hand feed them lichen. We woke to a light dusting of snow in our glass yurt which was incredibly clean and cozy. Grounds are a dream and the staff is truly amazing.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 19 October 2023
Michael
United StatesClouds in the sky blocking the lights 😄
Thomas was a very gracious host and treated me like family. He was very helpful with local activities. I would recommend this location.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Diego
GuatemalaEverything is good
This is the house of Thomas and his family and he opens its doors to everyone and attend you like a king.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 30 March 2023
Kate
AustraliaEmail communication was quite tough - I tried to book experiences a couple times, however it didn't seem to work out. At arrival, the staff were super helpful and got us on to the experience we requested.
Beautiful location and very friendly staff upon arrival.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 28 March 2023
Reza
South AfricaThe blanket on the bed had hair on it.
The igloo is amazing. Stunning view. Very comfortable. Not as small as expected. There is no fridge and also no coffee/tea making facilities. There is a gass stove and tap in the igloo which can not be used. There is also a toilet which we were advised to only use for emergencies. The shower and main toilet is a quick walk from the igloo in a separate building. The staff was super friendly and helpful. The owner was just as nice. Everyone spoke english so well which made things really easy. The bathrooms are nice and spacious and always nicely heated and clean. We used the jacuzzi and the owner even gave us a free sauna session. Towels, gowns and crocs were provided. There is a grocery store a few minutes walk from the property. It has everything you need including alcohol. We used the public bus to get back to the airport which to our surprise actually showed up. BRILLIANT EXPERIENCE!!!!
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 11 January 2023
Cooper
AustraliaThomas and the team at North Experience Basecamp went above and beyond to make our stay as special and enjoyable as possible. Thomas was generous and accommodating to all of our needs. The room itself was unbelievable and the common seating tent was a beautiful touch which brought a wonderful Sami experience to the stay! The vegan meals were delicious, could not recommend this place more highly!!
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 28 December 2022
Warren
AustraliaWe had an amazing time here. Truly unique, in the arctic wilderness. Team is very helpful and friendly.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 29 November 2022
Mikita
United KingdomWe spent 2 unforgettable days here, and not only did all our expectations come true, but they were surpassed! Both days we enjoyed magnificent views of the northern lights, sauna, jacuzzi, cuisine, exotic accommodation and amazing nature, hospitality and great company of Thomas and all his team. We recommend this experience to everyone and dream of coming back someday!
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 16 November 2022
Parisa
United KingdomLocation is beautiful, set in almost middle of no where. It is peaceful, with great walks to be done from camp. There's a little shop and cafe nearby too so not too isolated. Plus they arranged airport transfers so v handy. Jacuzzi and sauna are so lovely and relaxing after a day out walking. You can do lots of once in a lifetime trips and experiences. This is definitely an experience of a trip would 100%recommend!
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 24 July 2022
Sašo
SloveniaBeyond perfection. Innovative, attention to detail and a feeling like you are in your own backyard. If we could give a rating of more than 10, we would. We are already planning on coming back during winter time.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 25 June 2022
Tuomas
FinlandVery nice location and friendly hosts who took good care of us. Hot sauna after a long day of hiking in the mountains was superb.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 20 March 2022
Manon
FranceNothing
It was a great moment with great people. The place is among the nature and very quiet. Maria was very kind to us I would recommend this to anyone
Stayed in March 2022
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