We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Alta, Norway. We have also included accommodation in holiday homes, lodges, apartments, villas, boats, boutique hotels and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Luxury Tent.Charming. Great views. GLØD Aurora Canvas Dome is situated in Alta, 45 km from Sautso, in an area where cycling can be enjoyed. The accommodation is 6 km from The Rock art of Alta, and guests benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The tented camp also includes 1 bathroom. A buffet breakfast is served each morning at the property. Dinner can be served Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. At the tented camp guests are welcome to take advantage of a sauna. The nearest airport is Alta Airport, 9 km from GLØD Aurora Canvas Dome.Show full description
This might be the most romantic luxury tent in Alta. It also has OUTSTANDING VIEWS.
Resort.Relaxing atmosphere. Great location.Opened November 2020. Set in Alta, 17 km from The Rock art of Alta, Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the resort, all rooms come with a wardrobe, bed linen and a balcony with a mountain view. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The units at Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge come with a seating area. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes buffet, continental and Italian options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. The area is popular for hiking, and bike hire is available at Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge. The nearest airport is Alta Airport, 21 km from the resort.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Situated 20 km from Alta’s town centre, along the Alta River, is this special igloo hotel. The impressive 2,000 m² structure is made entirely from snow and ice every year and offers guests a unique experience. Artistic ice sculptures are on display throughout the hotel. Reindeer leather sleeping pads and ultra-warm sleeping bags are provided in each Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel guest room. With a constant temperature between -4 and -7 °C, guests are encouraged to bring their own thermal under garments. A modern service building is located next door and features showers, changing rooms and a luggage storage room. Sorrisniva also has a sauna and 2 bookable, outdoor hot tubs for warming up and relaxation. Local specialities and produce are offered at the 2 on-site restaurants. Guests can enjoy drinks at the ice bar, served in glasses made of ice. Staff will gladly assist with booking a snowmobile safari to explore the surroundings.Show full description
Lodge.Lively. Nice surroundings. Popular among couples. 10 km from Alta City and 500 metres from Alta River lies Trasti & Trine Boutique Hotel. Surrounded by forest, the location offers good hiking, skiing and biking trails straight from the cottage door. There is both free WiFi and free on-site parking. Trasti & Trine Boutique Hotel also includes a sun terrace and plenty of room outside for children to play. The accommodation offers both rooms and cottages. Local and organic food has a big value at Trasti & Trine, where homemade organic breakfasts and culinary dinner experiences are offered by their chefs on request. There is dog yard with 60 Alaskan huskies, not far from the cottage. Guests are welcome to go into the kennel and in the summer puppies are very happy for the extra attention. The nearest airport is Alta Airport, 11 km from the property.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most lively and stylish lodge in Alta. It is very popular among couples travelling to Alta.
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Great value. If you want peace and quiet and a lovely view of the Altafjord - then this small family hotel is perfect for you! We are located in the old town of Alta, about 1 km from the center of Alta and 4 km from Alta airport. The hotel offers a large and varied breakfast buffet, stylish rooms with comfortable armchairs, TV, free wifi and free parking. In the common areas, you will find massage chairs and free coffee available 24 hours a day, and if you want something extra in your everyday life, Gjestegården offers both a fjord cruise with its own boat and various wellness treatments for an additional fee. Our outdoor terrace is a perfect place to watch the Northern Lights dance across the sky in winter and in summer have a glass of wine while the midnight sun creates romance.Show full description
This might be the most historic boutique hotel in Alta. It also has great affordability and an amazing hotel bar.
Lodge.Creative. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. With mountain views, Bjørnfjell Mountain Lodge is set in Alta and has a restaurant, a shared lounge, bar, garden and terrace. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. The Rock art of Alta is 23 km from Bjørnfjell Mountain Lodge. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. Guests at Bjørnfjell Mountain Lodge can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Hiking, skiing and cycling are possible within the area, and the accommodation offers a ski pass sales point. The nearest airport is Alta Airport, 15 km from the lodge.Show full description
I think this is the most creative, cosy and well designed lodge in Alta. It also has a great location. WOW!
Camp Site. Featuring a spa bath, Flatmoen Natur Lodge is located in Alta. Providing free private parking, the campground is 7.2 km from The Rock art of Alta. The kitchenette is equipped with a fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware and there is a private bathroom with bathrobes and slippers. The accommodation is non-smoking. Guests at Flatmoen Natur Lodge can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. The nearest airport is Alta Airport, 11 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment. Situated in Alta, within 4.6 km of The Rock art of Alta, Apartment in city center offers accommodation with air conditioning. With free WiFi, this 1-bedroom apartment features a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The nearest airport is Alta Airport, 4 km from the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking. During the colder months, guests can enjoy winter sports in the surrounding area.Show full description
Holiday Home. Set in Alta and only 23 km from The Rock art of Alta, Hytte i flott natur offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. With mountain views, this accommodation provides a terrace. Guests can make use of a garden. This holiday home has 4 bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a shower. The parquet floors, fireplace and peaceful vibe add to the ambience of the room. The property has an outdoor dining area. The nearest airport is Alta Airport, 14 km from the holiday home.Show full description
Villa. Situated in Alta and only 23 km from The Rock art of Alta, Høy standard med nydelig utsikt features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This villa has a garden. The villa has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. The nearest airport is Alta Airport, 15 km from the villa.Show full description
Holiday Home. Boasting garden views, Hus med utsikt over Alta elva features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 4.4 km from The Rock art of Alta. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The holiday home features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with river views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. The accommodation is non-smoking. During the colder months, guests can enjoy winter sports in the surrounding area. The nearest airport is Alta Airport, 8 km from the holiday home.Show full description
Lovely property. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among couples. Located a 30-minute drive from Alta city centre, between the arctic tundra and the arctic sea you will find Gargia Lodge, surrounded by nature. All rooms have wooden interiors and private bathroom with shower. There is a fully licensed bar, a small souvenir shop and an in-house restaurant. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. In the main house you will find a shared lounge with books, board games and puzzles. Guests can enjoy a relaxing moment in the sauna for a fee. Gargia Lodge offers activities such as snowmobiling, snowshoe hiking and Northern Light tours during winter. During summer, activities such as hiking tour to the nearby waterfall Orrvos and to the Sautso Canyon can be arranged.Show full description
Apartment. Situated in Alta in the Finnmark region, bjørnemyra 29h, leilighet has a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set less than 1 km from The Rock art of Alta. The spacious apartment has 4 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a fridge and a stovetop. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The accommodation offers a fireplace. During the colder months, guests can enjoy winter sports in the surrounding area. The nearest airport is Alta Airport, 7 km from the apartment.Show full description
Holiday Home.Newly opened, October 2023. Located in Alta and only 10 km from The Rock art of Alta, Overnatting med sjøutsikt å rolige omgivelser provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. With garden views, this accommodation offers a terrace. Guests can make use of a garden. The holiday home consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. The nearest airport is Alta Airport, 17 km from the holiday home.Show full description
Lodge.Charming. Great value. Located in Alta, 23 km from The Rock art of Alta, Alten Lodge features accommodation with free WiFi, a garden with a terrace, and access to a sauna. The lodge offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and shower. A fridge, a dishwasher and stovetop are also provided in the kitchen, as well as a kettle. Hiking and skiing can be enjoyed nearby. The nearest airport is Alta Airport, 14 km from Alten Lodge.Show full description
Apartment.Hip. Located in Alta, just 6 km from The Rock art of Alta, GLØD Apt Suite features accommodation with free WiFi. The accommodation is 45 km from Sautso. The apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom and a fully fitted kitchen with a dishwasher. The apartment also has 1 bathroom. A buffet breakfast is served each morning at the property. Dinner can be served Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The apartment offers a sauna. Cycling can be enjoyed nearby. The nearest airport is Alta Airport, 10 km from GLØD Apt Suite.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the coolest apartments in Alta.
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