Icehotel

ICEHOTEL sits in Jukkasjärvi, a small village in Norrbotten County about 200 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. Since 1989, builders have harvested ice from the frozen Torne River each winter and reshaped it into a new hotel, meaning no two seasons look the same. The structure functions as a mountain lodge experience, with secluded surroundings, direct trail access, open fireplaces, and clear skies suited to stargazing.

Meals here are built around slow food rather than convenience: coffee brewed over an open fire and dishes made from local ingredients, served without the noise of a typical restaurant. Outside the rooms, the area offers hiking, dog sledding, and rafting on the Torne River, with activities shifting by season, from winter aurora viewing to the summer midnight sun.

ICEHOTEL also runs conference and event packages, pairing standard meeting facilities with Arctic adventure activities for groups looking to combine work with the wilderness setting. A New Year's Eve package is offered as a seasonal event, framed around the quiet and light of an Arctic winter night.

The property suits couples and groups looking for a high-end, remote stay rather than a conventional city hotel. Pricing falls into the luxury tier, though specific rates depend on the package and season chosen. Bookings and current package details are handled directly through the ICEHOTEL website, or by phone for those who prefer to speak with staff before planning a trip north.