About
ICEHOTEL in Jukkasjärvi, near Kiruna in northern Sweden, is a hotel built entirely of ice and snow. It is presented as the world's first hotel of its kind and as the largest, and it is rebuilt from the ice of the surrounding region each season, so the place you sleep in is a temporary work of design as much as a place to stay.
What to expect
The hotel is known for its artistically carved suites, each shaped by different artists, so no two rooms look alike. Guests sleep on beds of ice covered with thick reindeer skins and warm sleeping bags, and the cold is part of the experience. The hotel also has an ice bar, where drinks are served in glasses made of ice, and the walls and sculptures glow softly under the lights.
Why visit
- A stay in a hotel made entirely of ice and snow, an unusual kind of accommodation.
- Art-carved suites and the ice bar, which give a visit a strong visual character.
- A northern Swedish setting, close to the town of Kiruna, suited to visitors interested in winter landscapes.
Because the hotel is built anew from ice and snow, it is best suited to visitors who enjoy something out of the ordinary and are prepared for very cold conditions. Those who want a place to visit for the day can enjoy the artwork and the ice bar, while overnight guests can explore the surrounding Kiruna area.