Icehotel in Sweden features artist-designed suites
The Icehotel in Jukkasjärvi, Sweden, is a seasonal structure built entirely from ice harvested from the Torne River. First constructed in 1989, it is rebuilt each winter by artists and enthusiasts, then allowed to melt in spring. Accommodations range from standard ice rooms to art suites uniquely designed by international artists. The video highlights a suite by design duo Bernadotte & Kylberg, who embedded delicate Swedish midsummer flowers in clear ice to reflect Scandinavian nature. After over three decades, the Icehotel has become a landmark destination for travelers to the Arctic Circle.
Key facts
- Icehotel is located in Jukkasjärvi, Sweden
- Built entirely from ice from the Torne River
- First Icehotel was built in 1989
- Rebuilt each winter by artists and enthusiasts
- Melts in spring and returns to nature
- Offers standard ice rooms and art suites
- Art suites are designed by international artists
- Bernadotte & Kylberg designed a suite with flowers in ice
Entities
Artists
- Bernadotte & Kylberg
Institutions
- Icehotel
- Artribune
Locations
- Jukkasjärvi
- Sweden
- Torne River
- Arctic Circle