Ice hotels
Ice Hotel (Hotel de Hielo)
Jukkasjärvi, Sweden
Location: Situated in the small village of Jukkasjärvi, in the far north of Sweden, just beyond the Arctic Circle. Vibe: The Ice Hotel is the world's first ice hotel, an awe-inspiring structure made entirely of ice and snow. Each year, skilled artists from around the world collaborate to rebuild the hotel, creating unique ice sculptures, art installations, and intricately designed rooms. Guests sleep on ice beds covered with reindeer skins, surrounded by beautifully carved ice art. What Makes It Special: Guests can experience the stunning, ethereal beauty of the IceHotel while enjoying warm activities like snowmobiling, dog sledding, and even ice sculpting. Every year, the hotel is completely rebuilt, so no two visits are the same.
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Icebar & Ice Hotel
Madrid, Spain
Location: In the heart of Madrid, Spain, this establishment combines an ice bar with an ice hotel experience. Vibe: The Icebar in Madrid offers an icy escape right in the middle of the vibrant Spanish capital. While not a full-scale ice hotel, the Icebar features an igloo-inspired design with walls and furniture crafted entirely from ice. It provides a uniquely frosty experience where guests can enjoy cold drinks served in ice glasses while surrounded by frozen art. What Makes It Special: Though not a traditional hotel, the Icebar in Madrid offers a glimpse into the world of ice-themed accommodations, providing a cool experience where everything from the furniture to the drinks is cold, making it a one-of-a-kind experience in Spain.
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Hotel de Glace
Quebec City, Canada
Location: Just outside Quebec City, Canada, nestled in the heart of a snowy landscape. Vibe: Hotel de Glace is one of the most famous ice hotels in the world, made entirely of ice and snow. It features rooms, an ice chapel, and even an ice slide, all sculpted from blocks of ice. Guests sleep in rooms with intricate ice carvings and can enjoy the beauty of illuminated ice sculptures throughout the hotel. What Makes It Special: Hotel de Glace is the largest ice hotel in North America, offering a truly magical winter experience. It also offers seasonal activities like ice fishing, snowshoeing, and dog sledding, making it a complete winter getaway.
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SnowVillage
Kittilä, Finland
Location: Located in the Finnish Lapland, near the town of Kittilä. Vibe: SnowVillage is an incredible ice hotel built every winter, featuring stunning ice sculptures and beautifully crafted rooms made entirely of snow and ice. Guests can stay in snow rooms or ice suites, all designed with intricate details. The hotel also includes an ice restaurant, ice bar, and a variety of ice sculptures displayed throughout the property. What Makes It Special: SnowVillage is part of the larger SnowHotel complex and offers one of the most unique winter experiences in the world. Visitors can enjoy ice activities like snowmobile rides and ice fishing, or simply relax and marvel at the beauty of the snow and ice craftsmanship.
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