Snow Resort Kirkenes

Year-round snow and ice hotel with Sami-inspired cabins and guided Arctic adventures in Kirkenes, Norway

Snow & Ice Accommodations

Snow Resort Kirkenes is the only hotel in the world made entirely of snow and ice that stays open 365 days a year. Guests sleep on ice beds in themed rooms crafted by ice sculptors, wrapped in sleeping bags rated for -30°C. Alternatively, the Gamme cabins offer heated floors, large windows for Northern Lights viewing, and private bathrooms with composting toilets.

Arctic Dining Experience

Included breakfast and three-course dinners at Låven restaurant feature local ingredients like reindeer steak, Arctic char, and king crab salad. The Gabba restaurant serves lunch with free-flowing hot berry juice and options such as cod fish stew. Special diet menus for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets are available upon advance request.

Guided Arctic Activities

More than a dozen guided excursions operate directly from the property, including husky sledding with 160 dogs, king crab safari on the fjord, and snowmobile tours across frozen sea and taiga forest. The hotel provides thermal overalls, boots, mittens, and balaclavas for all outdoor activities. Northern Lights tours are offered nightly, and guests can borrow snowshoes, skis, and sleds for self-guided exploration.

On-Site Wellness & Recreation

A sauna is available for guest use after cold-weather excursions, along with a sun terrace and garden with outdoor fireplace. The shared lounge features tea and coffee throughout the day, while the ice bar serves drinks in ice glasses. Ski equipment hire and storage are available on-site, and the hotel offers bicycle rental for summer exploration.

Family-Oriented Features

Family rooms in both the Gamme cabins and snow hotel accommodate groups, and children can feed the resident reindeer and visit the on-site husky kennel with over 150 dogs. Kids' meals are available at Låven restaurant, and the hotel provides a tour desk for arranging age-appropriate activities. The property is located 10 km from Kirkenes Hoybuktmoen Airport, with shuttle service available.

• Accommodation: World's only year-round snow and ice hotel
• Dining: Breakfast and 3-course dinners with local Arctic ingredients
• Activities: Dog sledding, king crab safari, snowmobile tours, Northern Lights excursions
• Wellness: Sauna and ice bar with drinks in ice glasses
• Family: Reindeer feeding and husky kennel with 160 dogs
• Location: 10 km from Kirkenes Airport with shuttle service