If it is possible to build a hotel of ice in a small village 200km inside the Arctic Circle, which strikes the whole world with amazement, then anything is possible. The story of ICEHOTEL is indeed a fairy tale come true.
The free flowing Torne River is the origin and artery of ICEHOTEL. From the river, the ice of ICEHOTEL is borrowed each year. And it is here, on the river shores in the village of Jukkasjärvi that our story begins.
Ten thousand years ago, glaciers carved a riverbed and the Torne River was born. Since then, the crystal-clear, pure water of the Torne River has flowed freely along its 600-kilometer path through Lapland out to the sea in the southeast.
The entire ICEHOTEL is on loan from the mighty Torne River and is a place where time stands still. And very soon, when the spring comes and then finally the entire creation will once again become part of the rushing rapids coursing toward the sea.
A lot has happened since. Today ICEHOTEL is world famous for its unique concept, its fantastic works of art and its extraordinary experiences. The fairy tale nature of ICEHOTEL brings out the child in guests of all ages.
This is a unique hotel at Sweden and also one of the most unique hotel in the world.
We are Sweden’s no 1 destination
ICEHOTEL is the best experience in Sweden. This according to French, German, British, Dutch and Italian tour operators who rewarded ICEHOTEL with the “Best Experience in Sweden” award on 23 October. “We’re happy that our customers appreciate the work we do.” says Yngve Bergqvist, founder and CEO at ICEHOTEL.
How to get here?
Does 200 km above the Arctic Circle seem far, far away? Well, there are no restaurants with the prefix ‘Mc’ nearby but civilisation has reached even our parts of the world. Almost daily flights, daily train departures and if you’re travelling from London – you can take a direct flight. It only takes 3,5 hours.
Address:
ICEHOTEL
981 91 Jukkasjärvi
SWEDEN
Phone: +46 (0) 980 66 800
Fax: +46 (0) 980 668 90
Email: info@icehotel.com
Official Website : http://www.icehotel.com
