Why we love it
The setting
Hotel Arctic sits on the waterfront at Ilulissat on Greenland's west coast, about 2.7 km north of the Ilulissat Icefjord. The setting faces Disko Bay, where icebergs drift past throughout the season. The building combines a low-rise main hotel with separate glass-fronted aluminium cabins set along the shore. From late spring into summer the light lingers long into the night, and clear skies can bring the aurora into view.
What to expect
Rooms look out over the bay, with large windows framing the water and passing ice. Breakfast is included and served at the hotel restaurant each morning. Communal areas include a lounge with an open fireplace, a practical spot to thaw out after time outdoors. The reception can point you towards boat trips, hikes and other local activities. This is a one-night stay, so it works well as a base while exploring the area around Disko Bay.
Things to do nearby
The Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage site, lies about 2.7 km south of the hotel and is the main reason most people come here. Ilulissat Airport is roughly 1.9 km away, which keeps transfers short. The town itself is within reach on foot, with its harbour, shops and small museums. Boat operators run trips out among the icebergs from the harbour.
Best for
Couples and travellers after a short, scenic stop in the Arctic. The waterfront position and bay views suit anyone wanting icebergs close at hand without a long trek, and the included breakfast makes an early start simple.
Choose your room
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Standard non-smoking room
Bay-facing room with large windows over Disko Bay and the drifting ice.
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A week, loosely planned
Suggestions, not orders. Tour ideas to mix and match for your trip.
Icefjord and bay views
Arrive at Hotel Arctic and settle into a room facing Disko Bay. Spend the day out at the Ilulissat Icefjord or on a boat trip among the icebergs, then warm up by the lounge fireplace in the evening. Breakfast is included before you move on the next morning.
Where you'll be
Ilulissat, Greenland
FAQ
Is Hotel Arctic close to the Ilulissat Icefjord?
Yes. Hotel Arctic is about 2.7 km north of the Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage site, making it one of the closer hotels to the fjord.
How far is Hotel Arctic from Ilulissat Airport?
Hotel Arctic is roughly 1.9 km from Ilulissat Airport, so transfers to and from the hotel are short.
Does Hotel Arctic include breakfast?
Yes. Breakfast is included in this rate and is served each morning at the hotel restaurant.
What is the best area to stay in Ilulissat?
The hotel sits on the waterfront facing Disko Bay, around 2.7 km from the Ilulissat Icefjord and close to the airport and town centre. Most guests visit for the bay views and access to the fjord.
Do the rooms at Hotel Arctic have views?
Rooms at Hotel Arctic look out over Disko Bay, where icebergs drift past through the season. From late spring onward the long Arctic daylight stretches well into the night.
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