Where should you stay in Kiruna?
The areas and types of stay on the official Kiruna site.
Short answer
Kiruna Lapland lists accommodation in Kiruna town, mountain stays near Abisko, Björkliden and Riksgränsen, cabins and unique stays such as the Icehotel in nearby Jukkasjärvi. Town examples include Camp Ripan, Elite Hotel Frost, Scandic Kiruna and the STF hotel and hostel.
Why
- Kiruna Lapland groups its accommodation into city living, mountain living, unique accommodation, cabin life and overnight tours.
- The Kiruna town list on Kiruna Lapland includes Sustainable Camp Ripan, Elite Hotel Frost, Hotel E10, Kiruna City Studios, Scandic Kiruna and STF Hotel and Hostel.
- According to Swedish Lapland, the Icehotel is in the village of Jukkasjärvi, about 17 kilometres east of Kiruna, and STF puts Abisko about 100 km from Kiruna.
Details
The named places are examples from the official list, not a ranking. Mountain stays on the list include STF Abisko Turiststation, Hotel Fjället in Björkliden and Hotel Riksgränsen. See our Kiruna city page for local businesses and the weather in Kiruna before choosing a season.
Tip
Choose the season before the base, because the polar night and the midnight sun make Kiruna very different at different times of year. For the dark months, see whether it is always dark in winter.
What may differ
Which area suits you depends on the trip. Icehotel's Art Suites and Ice Rooms are listed for December to April, while year-round rooms such as the Arctic Cabin and Kaamos rooms are also listed on icehotel.com.
Common misconception
The Icehotel is in Kiruna town.
What actually happens
The Icehotel is in the village of Jukkasjärvi, about 17 kilometres east of Kiruna, according to Swedish Lapland.
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Sources
- Kiruna Lapland: AccommodationChecked at:
- Swedish Lapland: IcehotelChecked at:
- STF: STF Abisko TuriststationChecked at:
- SMHI: Midnight sun and polar nightChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. Offers and opening seasons change, so check Kiruna Lapland before you book.
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