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Snowhotel Kirkenes

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Varanger Museum

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Scandinavian cuisine
Lobby sitting area
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Scandinavian cuisine
Superior Cabin
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$527
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug

Explore the area

Map
Sandnesdalen 14, South Varanger, 9910
  • Varanger Museum
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Kirkenes Church
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Russian Monument
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Kirkenes (KKN-Hoeybuktmoen)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Cabin

Superior Cabin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Snowhotel Familie rom (Design)

Snowhotel Familie rom (Design)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

South Varanger

At Snowhotel Kirkenes, you'll be 9.7 km (6 mi) from Varanger Museum and 10.1 km (6.3 mi) from Savio Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Snowhotel Restaurant, serves Scandinavian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a sauna and ski storage. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class South Varanger hotel include Kirkenes Church and Russian Monument.

What's nearby

  • Varanger Museum - 15 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Savio Museum - 16 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Kirkenes Church - 16 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Russian Monument - 16 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Storskog Border Station - 20 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • Kirkenes (KKN-Hoeybuktmoen) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scandic Kirkenes - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pub 1 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Surf & Turf Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Basilica - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪China Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Snowhotel Kirkenes

Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Varanger Museum
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1000 square feet (93 square metres) and includes conference space. A sauna, multilingual staff, and ski storage are also featured at Snowhotel Kirkenes. Self parking is free.

This 3-star South Varanger hotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 1000 sq ft of conference space
  • 93 sq. m of conference space
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Snowhotel Kirkenes offers 20 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. Each accommodation is individually decorated. This South Varanger hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

Croatian, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Serbian, Spanish, Swedish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NOK 300 for adults and NOK 150 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Snowhotel Restaurant

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Sauna
  • Ski storage

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,000 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Snowhotel Kirkenes

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately NOK 300 for adults and from NOK 150 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Snowhotel Kirkenes?

Snowhotel Kirkenes offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Snowhotel Kirkenes?

As of 2 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Snowhotel Kirkenes on 2 Aug 2025 start from NZ$527.35, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Snowhotel Kirkenes?

Yep, Snowhotel Kirkenes has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Snowhotel Kirkenes?

The closest beach to Snowhotel Kirkenes is Vestersand (35 km).

Does Snowhotel Kirkenes serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Snowhotel Kirkenes?

No, Snowhotel Kirkenes does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Snowhotel Kirkenes?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Scandinavian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Snowhotel Kirkenes?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Snowhotel Kirkenes?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Snowhotel Kirkenes Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 117 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Colette

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Very expensive, very little privacy

This is not a stay you do for relaxation. When we checked in they told us to stick around for a presentation after they get everyone else checked in. The 5-10 minute wait was more than 30 minutes because of the line. Basically, they showed us where the different buildings and activities are - pretty sure we could have stumbled on them ourselves. The entire experience was pretty disjointed, from where to store your stuff, when you get to be in your room, lounge isn't big enough to seat everyone, etc - they just didn't have a cohesive experience. Tea and snacks with more information late afternoon, followed by a presentation in an entirely different building at 5.30p. So we're warm and cozy in the Snowhotel, but bundle up to go to the Gamme meeting area with a fire. The Sami history would be more interesting coming from an actual Sami, not someone from Poland (nothing against their international staff). After a warm drink and reindeer sausage, we trek back to the hotel for dinner, then sit around and wait for an excursion, or to dig out your toothbrush and pjs from the shared luggage room, with everyone else doing the same. We were lucky to experience northern lights right above the hotel. It would be better if they didn't kill the night vision with all the landscape lighting. But then they might not sell as many nighttime excursions...to go see the lights. Good to do for one night, although pretty expensive, but not something you do twice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

E

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property delivers exactly what you'd expect, an adventure around every corner. This manifests with dog sledding, king crab tours, snow machines, or a night in the ice hotel. Breakfast and dinners were a welcome plus. A must stay on any bicket list!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great

Lovely visit. Wasn't too cold overnight. Great food. Staff very friendly. Loved the husky dog sledding.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in the snow hotel itself, which was fun if you got into the spirit of the sleeping bag palaver! I was disappoint withthe ice sculptures/carving as although well done, they were not at all norwegain or inspired by the artic but rather dinsey! All very strange and not very culturally embrassing! Fun hiskie sledges. The northern light hunting although we had some great sites was lacking in anything other than a driver taking you to a laayby in a dark place!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

GWENDOLYN

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Shaw Jiun

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice experience
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Anderson

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
It’s a very fun concept, but if you are not from one of the cruises you are almost forgotten about. They have such a crazy influx of people from the cruise that they get overwhelmed and can’t handle everyone. The activities are too expensive for somebody already paying so much to stay at the hotel. It is such a cool place it just does not seem organized and well ran.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

yuting

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

非常完美

房間大，有熱水壺，床好睡，晚餐好吃😋只是上菜速度慢。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

John, Sumter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a unique.property, way, way north! It has a pretty unique Sami experience. Beware icy spots on the property in the long-lasting winter .Also, tour buses arrive with lots of folks to enjoy king crab, and the sled dog experience! But, it is very unique and enjoyable, with good staffing!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a highlight of my visit to Norway. The ice hotel was beautiful and not at all hard to sleep in. The sleeping bag was so warm I was sweating. I'm so glad I stayed!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jean, Lake Worth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would like to see Priority to hotel guests for excursions over tourists from outside the hotel.One dog sled team should be dedicated to hotel tourists to ensure a chance to join in the fun
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You have to stay 1 night in the Snowhotel vs the cabins, the whole experience was great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an amazing experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best time at this resort- the dogs, the reindeer, John Henry’s wonderful presentation on Sami culture, the King Crab expedition, the northern lights hunt ( didn’t see any on the hunt but it was really fun anyway and there they were right at the snow hotel when we got back) the ice rooms, the food, the staff, the cabins.. I can’t decide what was the best part- we loved the whole experience. The only thing that would have made it better would have been staying 3 nights instead of two.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Cozy warm rooms with a nice view. Didn’t stay in the ice hotel, stayed at the cabins
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

AK

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property. Cabins were great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne, Cambridge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elissa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay in the heated cabins

Very comfortable and quiet. Stayed in a heated cabin. Food was very good but if you are a picky eater there are not a lot of choices at dinner time. Breakfast had a wide array of food from eggs, meats, fish, granola, yogurt to fruits and vegetables. Very pleasant staff. The reindeer and dogs are adorable !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gamma cabins cute and comfy.. and NORTHERN LIGHTS!

Booked the Gamma Room to see Northern lights… the clouds cleared and it was magic! The two single beds are easily put together and even moved to the window. The bathroom was very spacious after days on a cruise. I’m sure it’s more beautiful when the snow has fallen, we were concerned about looking out onto a giant white plastic covered structure but at night it looked like snow. Included dinner nice although we had done the king crab tour then given king cr a starter seemed a bit stupid. We walked around the snow hotel part… rooms are similar to the Quebec version. It is an experience but you only need To do it once !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erdal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Well done
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024