Arctic Bath is a unique hotel & spa which, depending on the season, floats on the Luleå River or lies on the frozen river.
The Hotel Arctic Bath is an oasis of wellness and design that seems to float on the water in the heart of Swedish Lapland.
Quite isolated and located under the Northern Lights or Aurora Borealis, the Arctic Bath is a unique hotel and spa experience that invites guests to immerse themselves in the elements while leaving a minimal environmental footprint.
The idea of a floating sauna first came to Harads-based Per-Anders Eriksson when Treehotel opened in 2010. Initially, the vision was a glass cube on a raft. Bertil Hagström, who designed Treehotel's The Bird's Nest, took over the idea, and in 2013 he and Johan Kauppi designed the floating, circular building of the Arctic Bath.
A visual return to an old tradition: this extraordinary place is located south of the Arctic Circle and is a reminder of the importance of forests for the development of the entire country. The architecture blends seamlessly into the surrounding nature and is particularly influenced by the era of wood flowing.
The river Lule and its tributaries have long served as a transport route for timber, an old tradition in the north of the country. The construction of the circular main building, which floats on the Lule River, imitates the jamming of tree trunks in rapids, which was not all that unusual for timber transporters.
At Arctic Bath, each room has been carefully designed with a high level of comfort and luxury in mind, with an emphasis on overall wellbeing. Even though you'll be laying your head inside at night, the surrounding nature has been incorporated into the cabin rooms and suites. Natural, sustainable materials with a rich history such as wood, stone, leather and luxurious textiles harmonise with Scandinavian design.
It's your perfect hideaway under the northern sky in the Arctic Circle.
Room - Water Cabin
The 24m2 Water Cabin is connected to the land by a bridge and has a 57m2 terrace. The cabin is furnished with sustainable materials such as wood, stone, leather and fabrics in Scandinavian design. There is a wood-burning stove in the cabin and a bathroom with shower.
Cabin on land:
A 62 m2 cabin for 5 people, with a spiral staircase leading to a rooftop loft. The cabin is raised on stilts and is located on the shore amidst vegetation connected by walkways. The 8 m2 deck offers a place for meditation, morning coffee or simply relaxing. Includes: 5 beds, bathroom with bath and shower, air conditioning, minibar, spa bar, Wi-Fi, underfloor heating and pellet stove.
Suite in the country:
A 62 m2 suite cabin for 2 people, with a spiral staircase leading to a rooftop loft. The cabin is raised on stilts and is located on the shore amidst vegetation connected by walkways. The 8 m2 deck offers a place for meditation, morning coffee or simply relaxing. Includes: a wide double bed (180 cm), living room, bathroom with bath and shower, air conditioning, minibar, spa bar, Wi-Fi, underfloor heating and pellet stove.
Gastronomy:
The restaurant serves all meals and places a strong focus on local and seasonal produce. The Sami culture is also reflected in the cuisine.
Artic Bath, the restaurant offers a taste of the Arctic: local, pure and sustainable products set the tone for the evening in the Scandinavian-style restaurant. Meet up for dinner, have a drink in the bar area or relax in the lounge.
Spa & Relax:
Arctic Bath, Relax in the Spa: Head out onto the water and into the spa and wellness facilities, inspired by the wooden era. Let a cold bath under the northern open sky revitalise you from the inside out as you take in the surrounding elements.
You can also book a treatment with one of the certified therapists who will guide you in finding your optimal level of health.
Winter activities:
- Guided snowshoe hikes to the Taiga forest in search of moose and reindeer
- Tours for observing the northern lights or aurora borealis
- Ice fishing with a fishing guide who will show you the tricks of the trade, as well as his favourite spots on a private forest lake
- Husky sleigh rides with picnic open air campfire
- Snowmobile tours with picnic around the campfire through forest landscapes with different characters of nature, moors and dense snow-covered pine forests
We will be happy to advise you in detail.