Tailor-Made Arctic Comfort in the Heart of Svalbard
Funken Lodge
@ Funken Lodge
@ Funken Lodge
Welcome to Funken Lodge, Longyearbyen’s most refined retreat and your base for exploring one of the world’s last true wildernesses. Located high in the Arctic Circle on the island of Spitsbergen, this boutique hotel offers exceptional comfort, fine dining, and the ideal starting point for a fully tailor-made Svalbard adventure.
Luxury Redefined at the Edge of the World
At Off the Map Travel, we define luxury by the experience, not the star rating. At Funken Lodge, that means bespoke Arctic adventures paired with fine cuisine, warm hospitality, and a sense of wonder that no guidebook can script. Here, the moments you remember most are the ones no one else has had.
A Different Kind of Arctic Experience
At Funken Lodge, classic luxury meets the raw edge of polar exploration. Whether you’re here to track polar bears, snowmobile across glaciers, or watch the Northern Lights dance over untouched tundra, your stay is designed entirely around you. This is Arctic travel reimagined, personal, purposeful, unforgettable.
Why Choose Funken Lodge?
This is no ordinary Arctic lodge. Once home to adventurers and trappers, today it offers an intimate, high-end escape with panoramic views over Longyearbyen. Each stay is as bespoke as the journey you want to take.
Expect:
- Tailor-made expeditions—from husky sledding to ice caving
- Gastronomic excellence at the acclaimed Funktionærmessen Restaurant
- Panoramic lounge spaces to unwind after a day on the ice
- Hand-picked room options to match your comfort and style
Arctic Adventures, Made for You
There’s no set itinerary here. Instead, we’ll work with you to create an experience as bold or as relaxed as you like. Every element—from the mode of transport to the tempo of your day—is customised.
Examples include:
- Snowmobile Safaris – Venture deep into the Arctic wilderness with your private guide
- Northern Lights Watching – From remote outlooks or your cosy hotel window
- Wildlife Encounters – With expert-led excursions that respect nature’s rhythm
- Ice Cave Exploration – Crafted for thrill-seekers or gentle wanderers alike
Itinerary Inspiration in Svalbard
We can personalise your stay and craft the perfect itinerary for you. Here are some examples of how we combine this accommodation with local experiences and give you a taste of the best.
Explore More Options in Norway
Let us tailor your dream journey through Norway’s dramatic landscapes. From cruising deep fjords to staying in remote luxury lodges above the Arctic Circle, your tailor-made adventure could include dog sledding, sea kayaking, or riding the world-famous Flåm Railway. Combine natural spectacle with cultural depth – Viking history, Sami heritage, and local cuisine await. With our first-hand insight and passion for exploration, your Norwegian escape will be unforgettable.
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The ease of everything stood out to me. All we had to do was be there at the right time. The dog sledding was the highlight for my daughter and sister. We had the best time! For me, Manshausen was the highlight. We were very lucky and the only guests there for the majority of our stay. The staff was amazing and the food was so delicious. We had moose steak and it was the best meal I’ve ever had.
The cabins were comfortable and we were so lucky to have 2 clear nights where we just sat and watched the northern lights. We were able to get some awesome pictures too.
I appreciate all your time and care with planning our trip! I won’t hesitate to use Off the Map travel for our next adventure.
Kelly
We have loved it so much here that we have extended our stay and will come back to Bjornfjell and stay in one of their cabins until Jan 3 then we are staying in the igloo hotel the night of the 3rd. 😊We added a few excursions this week – we did the whale trip on the RIB boat (wow!), toured the igloo hotel (which is why we decided to book the last night!) and did the reindeer sleigh at Sorrisniva. You were so right, the bonfire excursion was incredible!!It has been an absolutely amazing trip!
Kristen
We really enjoyed our Norwegian adventure despite the -22 days! Unfortunately no real experience of viewing the Lights but we did capture a couple of images on our last night – too much cloud otherwise so lots of snow. We really enjoyed the husky lodge – not at all what we had tentatively imagined. Thanks for your assistance, maybe next time we will see the Lights in all their glory.
Andrew
Hello Lucy!! Kim and I had a fantastic time in Iceland! Probably one of my top 3 trips I’ve ever taken!
It was everything we asked for and you did a wonderful job coordinating it all so beautifully!!
Thank you very much and we will contact you again when we get ready to plan our trip to Norway and Lapland!
Doreen
Amy was a great help with planning this trip. Our trip turned out amazing. I also was very grateful for Off the Map’s Front Desk service, which promptly handled an on the spot issue we had.
Karen
We did! Everything was truly wonderful! I think the Holman Husky Lodge was our favourite place. Beautiful accommodations, but best of all, wonderful people! Everyone was so friendly and accommodating, excellent food, we really enjoyed our time there. We also greatly enjoyed Bergen! Opus XVI was beautiful and we loved being able to walk to restaurants and bars and take in the sights. All of our drivers were punctual and friendly. The itinerary was full but not overfull.
Thank you so much! It was an epic trip, we are taking home wonderful memories!
Shelly
We originally hired Off the Map Travel in 2020 to set up a trip to see the Northern Lights. That didn’t happen, thanks to COVID. But, we persisted and in March of 2023, we took a 16-day trip that included both Iceland and Norway. IT WAS MAGICAL! Off the Map took care of everything! We were pampered at every stage of our trip. The people they hired and the activities they planned added up to a trip that will set the standard for any we’ll ever take in the future. Alex and his team were fabulous! We recommend them without restraint!
Jim & Kris
Well-organized trip to Norway and Svalbard with great accommodations and activities. Gwen was communicative and responsive to requests. Highly recommend!
Russell Snook
What an amazing trip we are having. It is incredible. Many many thanks for arranging such an incredible trip.
Giles
My family and I traveled to Sweden to see The Northern Lights in March of 2023. From the planning process to every detail of the trip, I could not have been more pleased with our experience. Alex was exceptional to work with. His guidance on the time of year, where to stay, activities to do and how to get to and from everything was spot on. I have never used a tour company before but thought a trip of this kind would be easier with some help. I am so glad that I did. The entire week was seamless and completely stress-free, allowing us to truly enjoy Sweden and our time together as a family. I will be recommending Off The Map travel to friends and family and will certainly be using them myself again in the future.
Emily
We – the whole family – loved the whole journey!!
The accommodations, the activities and especially the great people – thank you very much for this fantastic organisation !!!
Barbara
Off the Map Travel was great! Alex helped us plan the most amazing 10 day honeymoon to Iceland. He gave us great recommendations and was so patient with us during the planning process!
Tori