❄️ Ice hotels and unusual accommodation in Norway: a complete guide for tourists

If you dream of a truly unforgettable experience, staying in Norway's ice hotels is sure to be memorable. You can spend the night in a room made entirely of ice at the Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel or the Snowhotel Kirkenes. These unusual places have rooms decorated with intricate ice sculptures.

In this article, you will learn how to prepare for a night in an ice hotel, how much it costs, where to stay, and why this experience is definitely worth trying at least once.

❄️ What makes the Sorrisniva Ice Hotel in Alta special?

Every year, the Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel in Alta is built from scratch using snow and ice, and it has a brand new design.

Guests sleep on ice beds with warm sleeping bags, admire ice sculptures and enjoy Arctic trips, including dog sledding and northern lights tours.

❄️ How much does a night in an ice hotel in Norway cost?

A night in an ice hotel like Sorrisniva or Snowhotel Kirkenes costs between 200 and 500 euros for one person. The price depends on the time of year, the room category and included services, such as meals and trips. It costs a lot of money, but it's a unique and unforgettable experience.

❄️ What makes ice hotels in Norway so special?

The temperature inside an ice hotel is kept at around -4°C. Guests sleep on beds made of ice and reindeer skins, and they have sleeping bags to keep them warm.

There are also warm lounges, saunas and showers where you can warm up and relax after spending a night in the ice rooms.

❄️ Where in Norway can you find the most popular ice hotels?

The most famous ice hotels are in northern Norway. Snowhotel Kirkenes in Kirkenes, Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel in Alta and Tromsø Ice Domes in Tromsø. These places are perfect for staying and watching the northern lights because they are far away from the lights of the city.

❄️ Can you stay in an ice hotel in Norway in the summer?

Traditional ice hotels made from natural ice and snow are only open in winter, usually from December to April.

There are hotels in the summer that have ice inside and cooling systems, but to really experience the full ice hotel, it's best to go in the winter.

❄️ What makes an ice hotel a comfortable place to sleep?

You will be comfortable in ice hotels thanks to special sleeping bags, thermal underwear, reindeer skins and warm rooms with saunas and showers. These measures help guests stay warm and comfortable despite the low temperatures in the rooms.

🌌 Which hotels in Alta are best for seeing the Northern Lights?

The Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel, Altafjord Gjestegaard and Arctic Dome in Alta are perfect places to see the Northern Lights. These hotels offer comfortable rooms, large windows or trips to see this natural event.

🌌 What makes the Aurora Borealis Observatory on Senja Island special?

The Aurora Borealis Observatory on Senja Island is a place where you can go to see the Northern Lights. The hotel offers rooms with large windows and glass ceilings, as well as professional tours and advice on viewing and photographing the northern lights.

🌌 Can you see the Northern Lights from a hotel in Tromsø?

Yes, lots of hotels in Tromsø, like the Clarion Collection Hotel With and the Radisson Blu Hotel Tromsø, have rooms where you can see the Northern Lights. However, if you want to see more of the area, it is a good idea to join one of the special trips outside the city.

🌌 What are the benefits of glass igloos for seeing the Northern Lights?

Glass igloos (Lyngen North or Arctic Dome) let you watch the Northern Lights comfortably from your room because they have transparent ceilings and walls. They are away from cities, so there is not much light pollution and it is easy to see the stars.

Spending the night in an ice hotel or glass igloo is an exciting adventure that will give you vivid emotions and memories that will last a lifetime. This experience is perfect for those who love unusual travel and romantic getaways, as well as anyone who wants to experience the magic of the Norwegian north.

Share your impressions of your unusual stay in Norway in the comments and check out the other useful articles on our blog to prepare for your trip! ❄️🌌✨