Arctic Bath Hotel - Harads

Floating spa hotel in Swedish Lapland with Michelin Key recognition

Accommodations

Arctic Bath offers land cabins nestled among birch trees and floating water cabins with a private deck and ladder into the Lule River. The land cabins feature a pellet stove, full-size picture windows, and a spiral staircase to a loft. The water cabins include a kitchenette with an oven and deck chairs for sunning.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves a tasting menu with locally sourced ingredients foraged from the surrounding forest. The Arctic Culinary Dinner is a multi-course experience with artisanal drink pairings. Herbal teas made from wild birch, spruce, and chamomile are offered for relaxation.

Spa & Wellness

The spa includes two dry saunas, a steam room, two hot tubs, and a natural cold plunge pool fed by the river. Full body massages and facials use local products like Co Gerd brand toiletries. Guests can also book spa packages that include access to the spa lounge and relaxation area.

Activities & Excursions

The hotel arranges Sami cultural visits with reindeer herder Anna, including reindeer feeding and a joik (song) performance. Dog sledding tours with Yellow Snow Husky Tours and horse sleigh rides at Rånisgården are available. In summer, guests can use the provided canoes on the river or join walking tours of local culture.

Location & Services

Arctic Bath sits on the Lule River in Harads, 1.2 hours by car from Luleå Airport. Free parking with an electric vehicle charging station is available, and paid airport shuttle service can be booked. The hotel offers express check-in/check-out, facilities for disabled guests, and a designated smoking area.

• Rooms: Land cabins and floating water cabins with river views
• Dining: Michelin-worthy tasting menu with foraged local ingredients
• Spa: Cold plunge pool, two saunas, steam room, and two hot tubs
• Activities: Sami cultural visits, dog sledding, and horse sleigh rides
• Wellness: Full body massage and facial treatments using local products
• Location: On Lule River, 1.2 hours from Luleå Airport
• Services: Free EV charging, airport shuttle, and wheelchair accessibility