Nestled by the river, Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel offers a serene escape with activities like hiking/biking, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. Unwind at the firepit or rejuvenate in the sauna and spa tub after enjoying local cuisine for lunch or dinner at Sorrisniva Restaurant.
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Getting around
Alta (ALF) - 25 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Gargia Fjellstue - 13 min drive
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Laksestua - 1 min walk
Lanttos Mobil Gatekjøkken - 10 min drive
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About this property
Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel
Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Alta. Guests can enjoy local cuisine at Sorrisniva Restaurant, which serves lunch and dinner, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a sauna, and a snack bar/deli.
Languages
Dutch, English, Norwegian, Swedish
At a glance
Hotel size
30 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (2 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
Offsite
Area shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Hiking/biking trails
Sledding
Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Ski area nearby
Ziplining nearby
Whale-watching nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Hot tub
Sauna
Lockers available
Banquet hall
Firepit
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Sorrisniva Restaurant - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NOK 250 per person (one-way)
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between May 01 and November 30.
The property is closed: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve.
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel Alta
Sorrisniva Igloo Alta
Sorrisniva Igloo
Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel Alta
Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel Hotel
Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel Hotel Alta
Frequently asked questions
Is Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel currently open?
The property is closed between May 01 and November 30.
Does Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is NOK 250 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy onsite recreation like snowshoeing and sledding and return when the snow melts for hiking. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a sauna and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel?
Yes, Sorrisniva Restaurant offers local cuisine.
What's the area around Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel like?
Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel is located by the river.
Popular attractions include Alta Rock Carvings, which is 17 minutes away by car.
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Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Jan 6, 2025
Stay in the ice hotel
The snow/ice hotel looks like it was constructed in a hurry and not many ice carvings, compared to others in Scandinavia. There were many spots on the ceilings that looked like water had entered and different colors. Small details but not worthy of the price charged.
The main hotel facilities are fantastic and the staff was great!
Patrick
Patrick, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2023
Wonderful
Fantastic and magic experience.
Simona
Simona, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2023
Ice Hotel was a near experience. Sleeping bags kept you nice and cozy. Experience of a lifetime.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 9, 2024
Fantasy Experience
Awesome experience! Slept in the ice hotel for two nights and it was some of the best sleep I've had. If I had one criticism, it would be the lack of info on the website explaining how it all works (i.e. you don't get to leave any of your things in the room because they run tours during the day). Small thing though and well worth the expense and travel to do it.
PAUL
PAUL, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 4, 2023
Overall, good experience. Nice facilities, friendly staff and beautiful igloo hotel. I thought it was weird that we had to pick up our sleeping bags and pillows and carry them to our room inside the igloo. That process could be more seamless but everything else was great!
Matt
Matt, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2024
Stunning and uncomfortable
It may not come as a surprise that sleeping in an igloo is not overly comfortable. I loved the overall experience, and the ice art is incredible. That said, it was much more comfortable to sleep in the lodge and just visit the ice hotel to admire the art. The staff is super helpful, friendly and sweetly authentic. This is one place that still has soul, does not feel like a corporation.
Laila
Laila, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2023
Most amazing place we’ve ever been to. Don’t worry about the cold. You are provided more than ample sleeping bag and we actually found ourselves more than warm enough. The sculptures are stunning as is the lighting and quietness. The excursions available are fantastic and if more than one night in ice hotel is enough for you, you can move into a regular indoor hotel room. There is ample warm common spaces to spend your day relaxing and sitting in front of a fire if you’d like.
Erik
Erik, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 21, 2024
Only worth it if u Gona sleep in a igloo suit
I only recomend one day here and only for the experience of sleeping in the suites at the Ice hotel. The 2 best rooms are Aladdin and Divine Femenine. The ice hotel is more like a museum everyone can come to look at the suites and nornal rooms beetwen 10 am and 20.00 in the nigth. After that the ice hotel is only for guests sleeping there. Is cold -5 aprox but u will Get very good sleeping bags and pilows. I asked for extra sleeping bag to be more confortable. The system is that the first guests ariving will choose the suit they like. The ice bar is open 4 times a day only 1 hour at the time and you can only choose beetwen one alcohol free lemonade and a vodka with Curaçao the price is 10-12 euro pr shot glass wich are made of ice. We eated at the Lavoo restaurant couse we saw it had betyr review on internet but the food was disappointing. Don’t eat there couse there are many other restaurants near. Massage over rated and u most pay to use the sauna amd jacuzzi if u wana use it the same day u arive,35 euro or person. I have many recomendations more for this hotel. My insta is bcovip I have been in 97 country’s follow me
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 25, 2025
ALAIN
ALAIN, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2025
Ulla
Ulla, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 13, 2025
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 6, 2025
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2025
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2025
Tue
Tue, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2024
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 5, 2024
Harold
Harold, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 24, 2023
Flott hotell og konseptet med ishotell. Veldig god frokost. Det ble diverse strømbrudd som så ut til å skape det totale kaos. De klarte ikke servere, ikke styr på hva som ble belastet på rom, så det ble bare tatt etter innfallsmetoden virket det som. Vi var en gruppe på 8 personer som ble overfakturerte. De klarte ikke organisere avtalt transport til flyplass. Vi hadde en time i jacuzzi hvor vi var lovet service, men alt uteble, med unntak av faktureringen. Jeg håper alt dette skyltes strømbruddene og at det normalt sett er bedre styring på ting.
Tor Magnus
Tor Magnus, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2023
Ronny
Ronny, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2023
Tiphaine
Tiphaine, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 3, 2023
Sally
Sally, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 28, 2023
Wir hatten für eine Nacht eine der Suiten im Iglu-Hotel gebucht - tolle Erfahrung! Frieren muss man nicht! Die Sauna am nächsten Morgen war Klasse! Wir hatten für den Tag danach außerdem im Hotel noch eine Snowmobil -Tour gebucht. Können wir nur empfehlen! Bucketlist - Done!
Hans
Hans, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 19, 2023
Spennende og uttrolig hotell
Spennende. Utrolig og fantastisk. Må oppleves. Utrolig laget. Flotte is skulpturer
Karstein
Karstein, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2022
LIUDMYLA
LIUDMYLA, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2022
En eksotisk opplevelse
Et fantastisk hotell, en eksotisk opplevelse å bo i ishotellet. Veldig fleksibel og serviceinnstilt betjening, Sorrisniva kan virkelig anbefales!
Sara
Sara, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 11, 2022
Levede ikke helt op til forventningerne.
Super lækkert hotel i fantastiske omgivelser. Servicen levede desværre ikke op til forventningerne til et hotel i denne klasse.
Rigtigt lækker restaurant med super betjening.