5 INCREDIBLE GLASS IGLOO HOTELS IN TROMSO, NORWAY FOR NORTHERN LIGHTS!

SO, YOU’RE SEARCHING FOR YOUR DREAM IGLOO HOTEL IN TROMSO, NORTHERN NORWAY? 🛏🌌

Well, you’re absolutely in the right place!

Tromsø (being so far north in Norway) is a serious northern lights hotspot. For us personally, the BEST and strongest northern lights displays we have ever seen were in Tromsø when we visited a few years back 🤩

Staying in an igloo hotel (with a transparent roof) doesn’t just boost your chances of seeing the aurora, it also gives you the dream setup for it.

Cocooned in a warm, crunchy duvet in a nice comfy bed! Honestly, I can’t think of a better way, can you? 🤩

Tbh, we were actually a bit surprised that there aren’t more igloo hotels near Tromsø city itself, considering it’s worldwide reputation for epic northern lights.

Still, we’ve managed to find 5 epic igloo hotels that are at least directly accessible from Tromsø below.

From cosy canvas domes to luxury glass lodges, this list will make your planning easy!

QUICK TOP PICKS BY IGLOO HOTEL TYPE

AERA Panoramic glass lodge in Tromso on our list of top glass cabins and lodges in Norway!

A photo kindly gifted to us by Lyngen North for our top igloos in Norway blog post. Pictured: Inside their glass igloo in Norway.

Igloo hotel type	Our top picks
Luxury glass cabin	Æra Nord’s Panorama Glass Lodge® ↓ (35 minute drive – 31km – from Tromsø). This is the closest option to Tromsø city centre.
Fully transparent glass igloo (the 360° view option)	Lyngen North ↓ (2.5 hours drive from Tromsø). Slightly further, but possible to reach by rental car or public transport.
Semi-transparent canvas dome	ÆRA Nord’s Aurora Igloo ↓ (35 minute drive – 31km – from Tromsø). This is the closest option to Tromsø city centre.

THE BEST 5 TROMSO GLASS IGLOO HOTELS
(IN DETAIL)

FULLY TRANSPARENT IGLOOS IN TROMSO

1. LYNGEN NORTH

A photo kindly gifted to us by Lyngen North for our top igloos in Norway blog post. Pictured: Glass igloo in Norway with Northern lights above. — © All photograph copyrights reserved by Lyngen North.

⭐ Rating:
4.8 / 5

📍 Location:
Lyngenford, 2.5 hours away from Tromsø airport. See location on Maps.

🛀🏼🌡️ Private hot tub for Sky Suites:

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Interested in Lyngen North?
Here’s more info –

Lyngen North is a family-run resort known for its striking glass architecture, offering Sky Suites alongside 180° and full 360° glass igloo domes.

It’s one of the few places in Norway with a true glass igloo design, set in a completely remote location overlooking the dramatic Lyngenfjord.

Northern lights likelihood: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Very high – positioned right in the heart of the Aurora Oval, above the Arctic Circle with near-zero light pollution!)

Facilities inside: Every accommodation is designed for comfort, with a private bathroom (WC & shower), king-size bed, floor-to-ceiling glass domes, heating, underfloor heating and WiFi. The Sky Suites elevate the experience further with extra living space and a private outdoor hot tub.

Facilities on-site: Free guest parking, on-site Restaurant Solvind (no pre-booking required for staying guests), plus a range of tours and activities that can be arranged directly through the resort.

Getting to Lyngen North: Lyngen North is a 2.5 hour drive away from Tromsø. It’s still recommended to first fly into Tromsø Airport (TOS).

From there, Lyngen North actually recommend booking The Arctic Route bus alongside your stay. See link for full details in dates / timetables.

If you have any worries whatsoever, contact Lyngen North directly. They cater for so many guests that come in from Tromsø, and they’ll make sure you have all the info you need.

A photo kindly gifted to us by Lyngen North for our top igloos in Norway blog post. Pictured: Glass igloo in Norway with amazing sea views. — 180° Glass Igloo. © All photograph copyrights reserved by Lyngen North.

SEMI-TRANSPARENT CANVAS IGLOOS IN TROMSO

2. ÆRA NORD – AURORA IGLOO

igloos-in-tromso-norway — © All photograph copyrights reserved by Æra Nord.

⭐ Rating:
8.4 / 10 Very Good

📍 Location:
35 minute drive from Tromsø Airport (TOS). See distance on Maps.

🆓🏡 Free cancellation available:

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Interested in Æra Nord’s Aurora Igloo?
Here’s more info –

On the same site as ÆRA Nord’s Panorama Glass Lodge is this relatively NEW little gem – their canvas Aurora Igloo! This is a great budget-friendly option to still enjoy this incredible (and convenient) location near Tromsø.

Northern lights likelihood: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (High – above Arctic Circle, minimal light pollution)

Ideal for: 2 adults.

Inside the Aurora Igloo: 23ft² double-insulated canvas igloo designed to keep things cosy even in deep winter. Inside you’ll find a comfortable double bed, constant heating, a transparent ceiling for sky views and an internal log burner adding warmth and atmosphere.

Bathrooms, showers and a shared kitchen are located separately in a nearby communal building.

Facilities on-site: Free guest parking, an on-site restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner – plus a range of tours and activities that can be arranged during your stay.

Extra perks & quirks: Private dinner can be delivered directly to your igloo. There’s also a free “Aurora Alarm” wake-up service, free use of the shared sauna and snowshoes and the option to join evening bonfire storytelling sessions.

Getting to Æra Nord: Fly into Tromsø Airport (TOS). From there, ÆRA Nord is around a 35 minute drive (31 km), easily reached by rental car, public bus or Tromsø taxi service.

Check availability for Æra Nord – Aurora Igloo here ↗

💠 For even more Glass Igloo goodness, read next –

Norway
↗ Glass Igloo hotels in Norway
↗ Glass Igloo hotels in Alta, northern Norway

Iceland
↗ Glass Igloo hotels in Iceland

Finland
↗ Glass Igloo hotels in Rovaniemi, Finland
↗ Glass Igloo hotels in Levi, Finland
↗ Glass Igloo hotels in Ivalo, Finland

Sweden
↗ Glass Igloo hotels in Sweden

3. NORTH EXPERIENCE’S AURORA BASECAMP

⭐ Rating:
9 / 10 Superb

📍 Location:
Hatteng village, 1 hour 25 minute drive from Tromsø Airport (TOS). See distance on Maps.

🆓🏡 Free cancellation available:

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Interested in North Experience’s Aurora Basecamp?
Here’s more info –

Described as a “Haven to leave everyday life”, the Aurora Basecamp at North Experience has all the facilities you need to truly escape, switch off AND see the northern lights.

Igloo type: AuroraHut Glass igloo, ideal for 2 adults.

Northern lights likelihood: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (High – above Arctic Circle, minimal light pollution).

Facilities inside: Warm and cosy 16ft² modern glass AuroraHut with double bed, floor-to-ceiling windows, adjustable heating, small stove, water faucet (not drinkable) and dry compost toilet.

Facilities on-site: Premium “top notch” shared facility building. Communal areas include a shared barrel sauna, outdoor jacuzzi, lavvo tent and lounge area with 75″ TV upstairs in old barn. Free parking, home cooked breakfast and dinner available (additional cost), plus epic tours to book.

Extra perks & quirks: The AuroraHut has an ice fishing hole in the floor, there’s wild moose in the area.

Getting to Aurora Basecamp: Hatteng (where the Basecamp is) is a small village 1 hour 30 minute drive (102km) from Tromsø.

Fly into Tromsø Airport (TOS) and travel by rental car, private transport (which the hotel can arrange for you on request for approx. 3000 NOK) or The Arctic Route public bus service.

Check availability for North Experience Basecamp here ↗

LUXURY GLASS CABINS IN TROMSO

4. ÆRA NORD – PANORAMA GLASS LODGE®

⭐ Rating:
8.4 / 10 Very Good

📍 Location:
35 minute drive from Tromsø Airport (TOS). See distance on Maps.

🆓🏡 Free cancellation available:

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Interested in Æra Nord’s Panorama Glass Lodge®?
Here’s more info –

Northern lights likelihood: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (High – located well above the Arctic Circle with very little surrounding light pollution)

Important booking note:
Be sure to book the Panorama Glass Lodge specifically. ÆRA also offers “glass cabins”, which are more like traditional rooms with large windows rather than a full panoramic glass setup. Always double-check the photos before booking!

Facilities inside: Each Panorama Glass Lodge is a 258 sq ft elevated villa with a private bathroom (WC & shower), fully equipped kitchen, underfloor heating, WiFi, floor-to-ceiling windows AND a glass roof in the bedroom area for uninterrupted sky views.

Facilities on-site: Free guest parking, an on-site restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner, plus a range of tours and activities bookable directly through the lodge.

Extra perks & quirks: Private dinners can be delivered straight to your lodge, there’s a complimentary “Aurora Wake-up service”, free use of the shared sauna and snowshoes and the option to join evening bonfire storytelling sessions.

Getting to Æra Nord: Fly into Tromsø Airport (TOS). ÆRA Nord is just a 35 minute (31km) drive away, reachable by rental car, public bus or Tromsø taxi service.

Check availability for Æra Nord – Panorama Glass Lodge® here ↗

5. AURORA FJORD CABINS

⭐ Rating:
9.1 / 10 Superb

📍 Location:
Lyngseidet, 2 hour drive from Tromsø Airport (TOS). See distance on Maps.

🆓🏡 Free cancellation available:

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Interested in Aurora Fjord Cabins?
Here’s more info –

OK OK, so while technically the “Deluxe Bungalow with Sea View” at Aurora Fjord Cabins isn’t an igloo hotel (no glass roof), it does have large floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows.. which I couldn’t pass to squeeze onto this list!

Note: There’s a minimal 2-night stay.

Northern lights likelihood: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Very high – in centre of the Aurora Oval, located above Arctic Circle, minimal light pollution)

Facilities inside: Entire 269 ft² bungalow offering a private bathroom with shower, WC and spa bath, a fully equipped kitchen, large seating area and floor-to-ceiling windows – amazing for watching the Aurora over the fjord.

Facilities on-site: Free parking, skiing and cycling opportunities, plus the world’s northernmost distillery on-site for the Arctic Whisky Experience. A range of additional tours and activities can also be booked.

Extra perks & quirks: Only Cabins 1 and 10 have a private outdoor jacuzzi. Request these specifically when booking. Dolphins and sea eagles are often spotted out in the fjord!

Getting to Aurora Fjord Cabins: Fly into Tromsø Airport (TOS). From there, it’s around a 2 hour drive (95 km) from Aurora Fjord Cabins if you take the ferry route, or 2 hours 30 minutes (150km) on the no-ferry route.

Alternatively, take a direct bus to Lyngseidet (approx. 5 miles away), where the accommodation can arrange pickup.

Check availability for Aurora Fjord Cabins here ↗

FINAL THOUGHTS: WHICH IGLOO HOTEL IN TROMSO IS BEST FOR YOU?

To wrap up, we were actually quite surprised how few igloo hotels there are in Tromsø at the moment, considering it really is one of the best places to see northern lights, in the world!!

Thankfully, Æra Nord (just 36 minutes drive away) has a luxury glass igloo in Tromsø option with its jaw-dropping Panorama glass Lodge®, the bedroom jutting straight out for uninterrupted coastline / fjord views.

The full height glass windows / ceiling design for us makes the Panorama Glass Lodge® the BEST glass igloo hotel experience in Tromsø, owing to the higher price tag.

We love the fact they also have a premium budget friendly option in their new canvas Aurora Igloos, still with a good sized transparent roof and window, ideal for seeing northern lights in the same gorgeous setting.

For more of a laid-back glamping experience, head to North Experience Base Camp, slightly further out at 1hr 25 minute drive away. Their AuroraHut canvas tents have a transparent roof and side for ultimate aurora viewing.

I do hope this guide has been helpful! Let us know how your Tromso igloo experience was at hello@theflainstravel.com!

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This blog post was written by Jordie Flain!

Founder of TheFlainsTravel.com

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