Ice hotels
IceHotel
Jukkasjärvi, Sweden
The original and most famous ice hotel in the world, IceHotel in Jukkasjärvi, Sweden, has been a pioneer of the concept since 1989. This incredible structure is built entirely from ice and snow each winter, offering guests an ethereal experience that combines art and nature. The hotel features ice sculptures, chandeliers, and even ice furniture, all handcrafted by artists from around the world. The rooms, including the famous Art Suites, are designed with a minimalist yet magical approach, where guests sleep in ice beds covered with thermal sleeping bags. During the day, visitors can enjoy activities like snowmobiling and dog sledding, making IceHotel a must-see destination for winter lovers.
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Hotel de Glace
Quebec City, Canada
Located in Quebec City, Hotel de Glace is North America’s only ice hotel, and it is a stunning showcase of craftsmanship and innovation. The hotel is rebuilt every winter using over 500 tons of ice and 15,000 tons of snow. Its design changes annually, offering new themes and artistic features, such as ice sculptures, intricate carvings, and glowing ice chandeliers. Guests can spend the night in an ice room, complete with ice beds, or choose to visit for a drink in the Ice Bar or a cozy dinner in the ice restaurant. Hotel de Glace provides a truly magical winter escape, offering unique experiences like ice tubing, snowshoeing, and an ice slide.
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Kemi SnowCastle
Kemi, Finland
In Kemi, Finland, the Kemi SnowCastle is an extraordinary winter attraction that includes a hotel made entirely of snow and ice. The SnowCastle, which is rebuilt every year, features stunning snow and ice sculptures, a chapel for weddings, and an ice restaurant where guests can dine on food served on ice plates. The SnowHotel, located within the castle, provides a truly unique sleeping experience in ice rooms with sculpted furniture and ice beds, but with the added luxury of thermal sleeping bags to ensure warmth. Kemi’s SnowCastle also offers an array of activities, including snowmobiling, husky safaris, and visits to the nearby frozen sea.
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Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel
Alta, Norway
The Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel in Alta, Norway, is another remarkable ice hotel that attracts visitors seeking a unique Arctic experience. The hotel is constructed annually from ice and snow, offering a surreal atmosphere with beautiful ice sculptures and a stunning ice bar. Every room is individually designed, featuring intricate carvings and ice art that change each year. The hotel is located in the beautiful landscape of Alta, which is known for its Northern Lights, offering guests the opportunity to witness this spectacular natural phenomenon. Guests at the Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel can also enjoy activities like dog sledding, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing.
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