Snow Hotels & Castles

Nothing quite prepares you for the glittering sight of a snow hotel. The effort that goes into making a building constructed entirely out of snow and ice is quite incredible and not to be missed.

You can visit a stunning snow hotel in Rovaniemi, Lapland. The Scandinavian Travel Group can arrange for your transfer from the centre of town to the nearby attractions. The following recommended activities are a great way to enjoy the magic of ice and snow on a wonderful winter vacation.

• 1. Arctic Snow Hotel & Castle. This incredible construction has to be seen to be believed. Your tour of the Arctic Snow Hotel and Castle highlights the beautiful rooms carved and chiseled out of snow. The entire place is creatively put together by the skill and dedication of artists, builders and sculptors who share their experience and talent with the many tourists who come to visit. It is also a learning experience. Your knowledgeable guide can tell you all about how the snow hotel is put together and how it retains its ice-cool beauty. It is only a 25-minute transfer from Rovaniemi. You can also enjoy a refreshment in the fabulous Ice Bar where even the glasses are made out of ice. Cool!

• 2. Dinner at the Ice Restaurant. Sightseeing, admiring ice sculptures and exploring the rooms of the snow hotel is hungry work! If you want to treat yourself, dinner at the Arctic Snow Hotel & Castle is the perfect way to end a memorable day. Dinner is a delicious 3-course meal that specialises in Lappish delicacies that are served on ice tables. The temperature inside these snow constructions is around -6° C so be sure to wear layers of warm clothing. Hot drinks are available to beat the chills.

Igloo building tours in Rovaniemi

A visit to a snow hotel or Icehotel might inspire you to get creative with a shovel and snow. We have igloo building tours that are always a great success. There is no shortage of snow in Rovaniemi so why not spend time with our guide who will teach you how to construct a snow igloo. You will experience a great sense of achievement when you finish making a secure and insulated structure that will keep out the winter chills.

Whether you decide to have a go at building an igloo out of snow or you want to spend time admiring the handiwork of a snow hotel or Icehotel, we have a range of tours to suit your schedule. If you have time, you can book multiple tours to get the most out of your time spent in Rovaniemi. Where there is snow there is plenty of opportunities to make memories and take photographs of your fun-filled days.

Make sure you wrap up and wear appropriate clothing. Thermal layers are a good idea, especially if you are working outdoors when making a snow igloo. Temperatures fall well below freezing. You can always shed a layer if you warm up a little too much when working hard with a shovel as your igloo takes shape.

Book snow hotel tour and snow igloo activities in Rovaniemi

Plan ahead and book your favourite tours now. We’re here to help you organise your schedule so you can make the most of your time in Lapland. Book online or email us: incoming@gostg.fi and our travel agent will be in touch. Alternatively, call/WhatsApp/Viber  +358 400 514 530. We look forward to hearing from you.