2024-05-03
8 stunning ice hotels from around the world that warm the heart.

In winter, we build snowmen, while some create unique architectural masterpieces, fully utilizing the exclusive gifts of this season – crystal-clear ice and sparkling white snow. And if you still feel it's cool in your house, just look at these spaces, for they are made of pure cold!
Ice Hotel, Jukkasjärvi, Sweden



The largest and oldest ice hotel in the world, which is rebuilt every year in December. Almost everything here – from the walls to the beds and the glasses at the bar – is made of ice.
Hotel Kakslauttanen, Saariselkä, Finland


Guests of this hotel can choose a room in a log cabin, glass igloo, or snow igloo.
Hôtel de Glace, Quebec, Canada



The only full-scale ice hotel in North America is rebuilt every year in December and operates until March. Each of the 44 rooms is furnished with beds made from blocks of ice, which are covered with a wooden base, a mattress, a sleeping bag, or fur.
Ice Hotel Balea, Romania



Located in the Făgăraș Mountains of Romania, it can only be reached by funicular. There is also a restaurant, bar, and ice church here.
Alpeniglu Igloo Village, Talle, Austria



This snow village, where you will find more than a dozen igloos, is located near the Kitzbühel ski resort in the Alps. You can spend the night in one of these rooms or simply stroll through a large art exhibition of ice sculptures.
Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel, Alta, Norway



Each year, this hotel changes its theme, so it is rebuilt every winter. Plush sleeping bags and hot tubs will make your stay here warm.
Aurora Ice Museum, Fairbanks, Alaska



It was originally conceived as a year-round ice hotel but was turned into a museum and ice bar after rising temperatures damaged the first structure in 2004.
Snow Village Hotel, Kittilä, Finland



30 rooms made of ice and snow with stunning walls – a true work of art. There is also an extraordinary ice chapel here.
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