Picolo recommends · Hotel in Tromsø, Norway
Clarion Hotel The Edge
A glass tower on the quay, where the top-floor bar lets you follow the bridge, the strait and the snowy peaks without putting on a coat.
The lift opens at the top and the whole of Tromsø spreads out below: the Arctic Cathedral across the water, the bridge arching over the strait and white mountains on every side. On a clear night the bar fills with locals as well as guests.
Down in the rooms, the style is calm and modern, and wide windows frame the harbour. Good insulation keeps out both the wind and the noise from the quay, which matters more here than in most cities.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Clarion Hotel The Edge
We picked The Edge because it gives you the view Tromsø is famous for from inside a warm building. The centre is on your doorstep, and an evening drink upstairs is a short ride in the lift.
It is a big, polished hotel, and it feels like one. If you want a small place with creaking floors and local history, look further along the waterfront, where older and more intimate hotels sit.
What you get
- Top-floor bar with views over the strait
- Generous breakfast
- Modern rooms with large windows
- Well insulated against wind and noise
- Right on the quay in the centre
A day at Clarion Hotel The Edge
- Morning
- A long breakfast before the slow winter daylight arrives.
- Midday
- A walk along the harbour to watch the boats come in.
- Afternoon
- The cable car up the mountain for the view from the other side.
- Evening
- A drink in the top-floor bar while you watch the sky for green light.
Location
City centre, Tromsø, Norway
Open in MapsQuestions about Clarion Hotel The Edge
Does Clarion Hotel The Edge have a rooftop bar?
Yes. From the bar on the top floor you look across the water to the bridge and the peaks beyond, which is popular with locals on clear evenings.
Where is Clarion Hotel The Edge in Tromsø?
It stands on the waterfront in the centre of town, so shops, restaurants and most tour pick-up points are within a few minutes on foot.
Is Clarion Hotel The Edge a good choice in winter?
It is a comfortable winter base. The rooms are well insulated against cold and wind, and you can enjoy the evening views without going outside.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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