Set in the same building as AMFI Alta Shopping Centre, Thon Hotel Alta offers free Wi-Fi and rooms with a cable TV and minibar. Alta Bus Station is located right next to the hotel.
Offering a barbecue and children's playground, Alta River Camping is located in Alta in the Finnmark Region. The Rock art of Alta is 3.5 km from the property.
Featuring sea views, Solvang camping og leirsted provides accommodation with an open-air bath, a garden and a terrace, around 14 km from The Rock art of Alta.
With mountain views, Bjørnfjell Mountain Lodge is set in Alta and has a restaurant, a shared lounge, bar, garden and terrace. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge.
On average, 3-star hotels in Alta cost £133 per night, and 4-star hotels in Alta are £153 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Alta can on average be found for £391 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
Fly to Alta Airport from Oslo (2h 30m) for domestic travellers or via Oslo for international travellers. Alternatively, drive from Oslo (1,800km, 24h) or take the Hurtigruten ferry to Hammerfest then bus to Alta (2h).
The most convenient airport for both domestic and international travellers is Alta Airport, located just 5km from Alta city centre. It offers direct flights to Oslo, making global connections easy.
Alta, Norway, offers several public transport options. The local bus service, operated by Boreal, provides regular routes across the city. Taxis are also readily available. For those preferring self-guided travel, cycling and walking are popular due to Alta's compact size. Car rental services are available for longer distances.
The best area to stay in Alta, Norway is the city centre, offering convenient access to attractions like the Northern Lights Cathedral and Alta Museum. It's also close to shops, restaurants, and public transport links.
What guests said about Alta:
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Lovely cute place which is not too commercial.
Lovely cute place which is not too commercial. Great place to do a northern light run, Go for a smaller tour size of 7-8 ppl instead of 50 sized. First its very safe even if you are going solo and also you have a more personal discussion with the group and also much more personalized attention to see the stars and the northern lights.
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Anonymous
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Scored 8.0
I came for the museums and some quiet relaxation, and got...
I came for the museums and some quiet relaxation, and got plenty of that! Lovely town with good food and lovely people. The weather in June was grand... nice during the day, cooler at night. A fan was all I needed to be cool enough to sleep. The local taxi company got me around town with ease, though their is a bus I never tried out. I sadly do not speak any Norwegian, and I was able to get around with ease.
Joe the Shark
United States
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Scored 2.0
Alta is a town that is difficult to reach in winter, so it...
Alta is a town that is difficult to reach in winter, so it is good to make reservations as late as possible to get a refund without penalty. Accommodation owners and tour operators will take your money and not refund you even if you prove that you didn't arrive in Alta due to weather (cancelled planes or planes that were unable to land).
Alex
Romania
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Scored 10
Alta is beautiful!!! Planning our next trip already.
Alta is beautiful!!! Planning our next trip already. We went to Holmen Husky Lodge and Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel, we would go here again.
Saw the northern lights and the Husky race Finnmarksløpet - great experience
Asia
United Kingdom
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Scored 10
Be sure to p pick the right time of year.
Be sure to p pick the right time of year. The summer season is very short and several museums and other places close at the end of August. September we found to be relatively fine as well as October. We found that some places were closed whether this was because of the end of season or still related to Covid is/was uncertain.
Alta Museum and its rock drawings and other Sami history is very interesting and informative. The Northern Lights (Nordlys) Cathedral stands dominant in the centre of town and well worth a visit. Obviously at this particular tie of year the Northern Lights are always a possibility.
Jon
United Kingdom
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Scored 8.0
There are many grocery shops some of which are very large.
There are many grocery shops some of which are very large. We could find gluten free food
The views of the mountains and bay are very nice when it’s sunny
The rock carvings museum is definitely a place to visit
I recommend the Vanvitting Grill for the excellent raindeer burger with strawberry sauce
We got an upgrade to a cottage with a kitchen and it was very beautiful. It was clean and comfortable, and tastefully decorated. We had dinner at the restaurant both nights and the food was good although quite expensive. It is a cosy hotel and we really loved our stay overall. There is a Mexican lady at the restaurant and she is very warm and kind. She went above and beyond to make sure we are eating well at breakfast. There is also a Philippino gentleman who is very helpful. The other staff were also courteous and friendly.
Not only is this a magical place located in the middle of the forest, it is also very cosy and comfortable. Our room was clean, modern, spacious. It had a kitchenette which was very convenient. Plus, there is a free fast charger for electric cars. The hosts offer a gourmet breakfast with a lot of variety and local produce. The food served for lunch and dinner is excellent as well. This place does not feel like a hotel, it's like visiting friends and family. A must when travelling near Alta.
Johnny was amazing! He thought of every little thing to make us enjoy our stay. The cabin was beautiful, and we saw a spectacular Northern lights show. The sleigh ride was perfect....I love the Norweigen Fjord horse...Timion. We were able to get close and pet him. Everything about the stay was exceptional, hot tub, homemade breakfast, nature hikes...absolutely competes with the Grande Hotel, Oslo. Flatmoen Natur has better service by far! Can't wait to come back!
Bed was very big and comfy, bathroom was very clean. The breakfast was great, as always when staying at a Scandic hotel. They had lotd of options, including gluten free and vegetarian, vegan and raw vegan. Fresh products, there were lots of tables so even when most people came to eat, you didn't feel crowded. We had to check out very early in the morning, so they were kind to provide a breakfast bag (you have to ask the night before).
We had an all around fantastic stay. Staff was really nice and proactive to make you feel at home.
The included breakfast and the meals we ordered were delicious.
Certainly a fantastic experience if you're looking for something other than the usual hotel room.
And as luck has had it the weather allowed us to see a beautiful aurora right there and then.
This place is SO GOOD. We stayed in some very fancy Alta accommodation which was great, but we absolutely LOVED our nights at Alta River Camping. The photos do not do the place justice. It is so cute, AMAZING value for money, great location and SO FUN! One of the best places we stayed on our trip.
Good location close but outside Alta. Nice cabin. Very friendly and helpful staff member. He did his best to allow for the heating of my car during the night (-20 C). The are only a few electricity plugs on the camp side and wire extension was necessary to reach these due to the snow.
Incredible view and fantastic location. We really loved the drive to and from the house. Very cozy place, and nice setup. Overall great spot, we just wish we could have spent more time in Alta. Very accommodating and responsive owner.
Lovely property with really nice staff and an amazing restaurant. Had a walk through the husky dog yard and a walk down to the Alta River - all on the property - and a memorable and very high quality restaurant experience.
Great hotel, excellent staff in a very good position. Hotel is Connected to a shopping mall and Restaurant so If its cold you dont even need jackets. Breakfast is super!
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