Tromso

Often ranked as Tromsø's best place to stay, this comfortable hotel on the waterfront has a great location that's convenient to the rest of the city as well as the harbor. — Fodor's

Smack dab in the city center with glorious views of the harbor, the Thon Hotel Nordlys—of the popular Scandinavian Thon hotel chain—is a bright, modern lodging with clean, spacious rooms. — Fodor's

The northernmost outpost of this budget mini-chain offers some of the best rates in town, and it's a fine base. — Lonely Planet