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First Hotel Backpack

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A reception area with a counter, a digital screen, and a door marked with the number 101.
A two-story building with a sign indicating it is a motel.
A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and wall-mounted air conditioning units.
A reception area with a counter, a computer, and a poster on the wall.
A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a staircase, and a view of the city.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Onsite parking available
    Convenient and secure onsite parking, a rare amenity in the area.
  • At the center of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Tromso Cathedral

Popular amenities

  • Self-parking available
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Laundry
  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $61
All fees included
Aug 8 - Aug 9

Explore the area

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Parkgata 4, Tromsø, 9008
  • Place, Tromso Cathedral
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Art Museum of Northern Norway
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Polar Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tromsø (TOS-Langnes)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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A bedroom with a bed, a window, a chair, a table, and a painting on the wall.

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a table, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Double Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with two single beds, a desk, and a chair.

Triple Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a TV, and a bathroom.

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a window.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with two single beds, a desk, and a chair.

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room

Basic Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

First Hotel Backpack

Self parking, concierge services, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are onsite. Each apartment offers free WiFi, a refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Premium bedding and a desk are among the other amenities available to guests.
First Hotel Backpack offers 30 accommodations. Beds feature premium bedding. 28-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Hypo-allergenic bedding and hair dryers can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests who wish to book breakfast are encouraged to contact the property before arrival.
Please note that the breakfast buffet is served at Hotell Viking (300 meters away).

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NOK 150 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: NOK 350 per night
  • Extended parking fee: NOK 350 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NOK 150 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Property # 921564
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Vipps
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Frequently asked questions

Is First Hotel Backpack pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at First Hotel Backpack?

As of Jul 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at First Hotel Backpack on Aug 8, 2026 start from $61, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for NOK 350 per night. Extended parking is available for NOK 350 per night.

What time is check-in at First Hotel Backpack?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at First Hotel Backpack?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is First Hotel Backpack located?

Located in the heart of Tromsø, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Mack Brewery and Tromso Cathedral. Tromso Center for Contemporary Art and Art Museum of Northern Norway are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

First Hotel Backpack Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 435 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 169 out of 435 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 435 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 435 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 435 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Cosy Hotel near the city center!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graciela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Kitchen was amazing, and the location is very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The location is very good, close to the city center, and close to bus stops. In the reception you can find coffee, hot water and cookies all day, that is really great. The kitchen is available and helps a lot! The room is clean, and the staff very friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Quiet clean relaxing friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Staff was very helpfull. Very good location near the centre. There is a supermarket near the hotel as well. Kitchen was well equipped. It was lovely to have free cookies. Room is basic and a bit small, but it reflects on the price. Water for the showers took a while to warm up, but it wasn’t a big problem. Overall a very good place to stay in Tromsø.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zhan Qiang

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice and clean place, friendly staff, free coffee and tea availability 24 hours plus free waffles at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
For what it is, it's all ok.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Fook

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is near to the main shopping area, approximately 5 min walk away. The stay was quite good for us from 23 to 24 Dec.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Albertina

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect! The position, the personal/staff, the services, shared spaces, but I would have liked bigger rooms... for the price it's not so spaceful, the room had a bed, a table, a chair, and a refrigerator, which is great, but there was not space for everything... I didn't have space, I mean, difficult to walk in the room...
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

minh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very accomodating reception, with very friendly staff! Clean and quiet hotel and place is less than 10mins walk to the city centre with all the shops, restaurants, pubs and meeting points for tours.😄
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Reception was incredibly kind. Price was very affordable. Location was near the downtown and very quiet and cute. Couldn't have asked for more.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wiggo

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Much better than expected. Nice, clean, very comfortable beds, and a pleasent common area. Very good service! We Will be back : )
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first stay in a backpack hotel and it was great, so much friendlier than a stay in a hotel. Room was fine and had a good shower. I hadn’t seen a message on my Expedia account that you have to go to a different location to check in but the people I was travelling with were sent an email to explain that reception closes at 6pm. Good size kitchen and the tea/coffee point in the lounge area was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Comfy, clean, affordable stay

Super helpful receptionist who gave me the option to move rooms at check in as I had arrived early and my room wasn’t ready yet. She also gave me lots of information. Very clean rooms & comfy beds, lovely view from my room. Clean bathrooms and toilets,
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

More a hotel than a hostel

Nice ambiance. Wood building. Helpful staff. Access to tea and coffee in lounge.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
This was a great hotel for what we needed, somewhere in a great location that was safe and comfortable to sleep in. The two staff members on the evening shift were so lovely, a real benefit to the hotel and couldn’t do enough to help during the stay. The rooms are small but functional, our room had its own bathroom but the communal ones were perfectly clean so I wouldn’t let that stop you. The room we stayed in also backed onto both toilets so if you are a light sleeper bring earplugs. This isn’t a hotel and is more of a hostel vibe so don’t expect luxury but it is good value and in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very close to city center and meeting points for all tours. The room is simple and clean and has everything you need. Staff come to empty garbage cans and replace towels daily. The private washroom is on the small side but it’s expected. The staff at the reception are friendly and kind! If you are coming with large luggage be aware that it’s up a small incline.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was great except the wifi reception.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Philipp Rudolf

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in was in an other hotel. Free coffee ☕ in the m
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I love the staff there. They are all kind and helped me with taxi as well. I cannot say thank you enough in my heart. Thank you for your service.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

wael

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very bad hotel be careful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

One bed Room with private bathroom

Felt more like a hostel than a hotel. Small room with no closet or place to hang your clothes, and there was no elevator, but everything was proper and clean, the shared kitchen was fully equipped with tableware and kitchenware. The staff was friendly and helpful, and the location was good.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness

Decent staff, but has bed bugs

The hotel was fine for being budget. Has a shared kitchen which is nice for cooking your own food. However, I discovered after the second night that the room has bed bugs. This should be completely unacceptable for any hotel. The rest of my trip I’ll be trying to sort this out. The staff are super friendly but that’s about the only positive for this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It is a very calm accommodation. I had a small room with desk, bed, sink, mini-fridge and TV. The bath and toilet were shares among guests by the hallway. There was a common area to watch TV with a shared kitchen. Rules were simple and the personell was always very attentive. It is a nice hotel near the city center and meeting points for attractions. Don’t forget to buy your spikes.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025