Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel - Alta

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Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel - Alta
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Overview

Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel - a 2,000 m2 structure built annually from snow and ice

Accommodation

The igloo hotel has rooms made entirely of snow and ice, with a constant temperature between -4 and -7 °C. Each room provides reindeer leather sleeping pads and ultra-warm sleeping bags rated to -40 °C. Guests store personal items in a modern service building next door that offers showers, changing rooms, and secure luggage storage.

Dining

Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel operates two on-site restaurants that serve local Arctic ingredients and specialities. Drinks are served at the ice bar in glasses carved from ice, while the dining rooms include a Sami-inspired lavvu and the fine-dining Maku. Guests can also access a coffee house, snack bar, and special diet menus upon request.

Wellness & Relaxation

The hotel has a sauna and two outdoor hot tubs that guests can book for warming up after cold-weather activities. A spa and wellness package is available, and the service building includes a shared lounge and an outdoor fireplace. Picnic areas and soundproof rooms are provided for quiet relaxation.

Activities & Experiences

The hotel's tour desk organizes daily Northern Lights excursions, reindeer sledding, snowmobiling, and dog-sledding. Artistic ice sculptures are displayed throughout the structure, and guided tours of the igloo hotel explain the annual construction process. Hiking, walking tours, and classes about local Sami culture are also offered.

Location & Services

Sorrisniva sits 20 km from Alta's town center along the Alta River, near the Rock art of Alta and Jotka Mountain Lodge. The hotel offers airport shuttle, private check-in/check-out, and 24-hour front desk with lockers and tour booking. Family rooms, facilities for disabled guests, and board games/puzzles are available on site.

  • Accommodation: Rooms of snow and ice with sleeping bags rated to -40 °C
  • Dining: Two restaurants serving local Arctic ingredients
  • Wellness: Sauna and two bookable outdoor hot tubs
  • Activities: Daily Northern Lights excursions and guided igloo tours
  • Location: 20 km from Alta along the Alta River
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-22:00
from 06:00-10:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel Sorrisniva Igloo serves a full breakfast for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:21
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Room size:

    110 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Exclusive Suite
  • Room size:

    165 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Free parking
Baggage storage

Baggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

Spa & wellness center

TV

Leisure/ TV room

Sports & Fitness

  • Skiing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Soundproofed rooms

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 475 US$
📏 Distance to center 7.3 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 13.3 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Alta, ALF

Location

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Sorrisnivia 20, Alta, Norway, N9518
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Sorrisnivia 20, Alta, Norway, N9518
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FAQ about Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel

Which popular attractions are located near the 5-star Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel?
You can visit Sorrisniva, placed 650 feet from the 5-star Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel. Other interesting sights include Peskatun (2.6 miles from the property) as well as Dog Sledding (2.3 miles away).
What is the nearest airport to the Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel?
Alta airport is located within a 26-minute drive (16 miles) from the Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel.
Can I leave my car in Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel parking lot for free?
Yes, at Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel parking is provided on site for free.
Are there any dining facilities close to the 5-star Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel?
Guests of the 5-star Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel can enjoy a meal in the nearby restaurant Sorrisniva (250 feet away) offering high end prices.
What is check-in and check-out time at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 4 PM to 10 PM and check out from 6 AM.
How much does a room at the Alta hotel cost?
The prices at the Alta hotel start from $464.
What payment methods are accepted in the 5-star Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel?
Payment methods in the 5-star Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel include:
  • сash
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Visa
What kinds of rooms does the Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel offer?
The Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel offers such room types as Exclusive Suite and Double Room.
What are the spa options at the 5-star Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel?
Pampering amenities in the 5-star Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel include a hot tub and a sauna.
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