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Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge

Property class: 3.5

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A modern interior with large windows offering a view of a snowy landscape. - Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge (Alta)
A lodge with multiple buildings along a lakeside, surrounded by forested hills. - Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge (Alta)
A modern hotel room with a large window offering a view of a snowy landscape and mountains. There is a bed with orange pillows, two armchairs, and a small table with candles. - Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge (Alta)
A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a glass wall offering a mountain view. - Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge (Alta)
A modern hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, and a view of a snowy landscape through large windows. - Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge (Alta)
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden at Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Scandinavian cuisine. In addition to a library and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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Room options

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Premium Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A modern bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with white bedding, a bedside table, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Design Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern room with a large bed, two armchairs, a skylight, and a view of mountains.

Design Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a view of a natural landscape through large windows.

Premium Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Alta, Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge is in a rural area and on the riverwalk. Local points of interest include Alta Church, Alta Rock Carvings, and Alta Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Alta travel guide
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Sorrisniva 20, Alta, 9518

What's nearby

  • A lakeside view with a white building on a hill, a red shed, and a small house by the water.
    Alta Museum
    21 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Ancient rock art with red drawings of animals and symbols on a large rock surface.
    Alta Rock Carvings
    21 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • A modern building with a cylindrical base and a tall, slender tower.
    Northern Lights Cathedral
    23 min drive - 14.7 miles
  • Alta Church
    21 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • Alta Tourist Information
    23 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

  • Alta (ALF)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gargia Fjellstue
    13 min drive
  • Boazo Sami Siida
    13 min drive
  • Laksestua
    1 min walk
  • Kiti_s PalaCe
    19 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Lavvu Restaurant
  • Maku Restaurant

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for NOK 1500.0 per day

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NOK 350 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NOK 350 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NOK 1500.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs at scheduled times. A fee of NOK 350 per person applies.

Where is Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this hotel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Alta Church, Alta Rock Carvings, and Alta Museum. Northern Lights Cathedral and Sautso Canyon are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 66 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless, staff was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is amazing! The view in the room is incredible.. the bed was so comfortable! The amenities in the room were great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge is next to the river, it was frozen over w\ snow, perfect for watching the dog sledders come by. All four nights there, we saw the Northern LIghts. The room, lodge, food, ice hotel and adventures were awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

OSBEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property, it felt so homey and welcoming, in general everything was top notch, staff was amazing as well
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best place ever and the activities were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hospitality was fantastic. The restaurants on property were outstanding. The excursions were unforgettable. Don’t look further, this place was incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property and staff in a wonderful region of Norway. Highly recommmended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing trip

It was an amazing trip. Hotel facilities are great and clean. Food is delicious. Room really clean and comfortable. Staff is friendly. We could see the nothern lights from the hotel Really recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sorrisnive - A Magical Artic Hideaway

We had a fantastic stay at Sorrisniva. Everything was perfect. We count not fault anything from the staff experience to the actual hotel and ambiance.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing experiance staying at Sorrisniva. The room was 10/10. Everything about our stay from the dinner at Maku to the drinks,the bed to the breakfast, was amazing. We will be back, and we will recomend this to everyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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8/10 Good

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic!!

The hotel itself is lovely and the staff are very friendly. Bedrooms are a good size with lovely bathrooms and amazing views. The beds are very comfortable and the breakfast is excellent. The restaurant Makku was excellent however you cannot really eat there every night. Lavvu which is the other restaurant is nice however when you were there for more than two or three days the menu is a bit repetitive. the excursions were excellent and the guides were fantastic. Overall an incredible stay and a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, stylish rooms and excellent staff. The fine dining restaurant and its tasting menu was terrific. So was the food in the Lavvu restaurant although I hope they expand the menu to include more choices in the future. Breakfast was buffet and plentiful. We stayed a night at the Ice Hotel which was a fun experience. We also went on two excursions with them which we enjoyed. I write for the blog Paradox Travels and will do an extended review there. So if interested, look us up and read a more extensive review with photos there in the upcoming month.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Leif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience

I have seen a lot of hotels around the world. This hotel is a very special one. Excellent in all terms! Nature, rooms, food, service, set of breakfast, just name it! Well, if you need a tv-set in your room > this hotel is not for you. We were not even thinking about missing features! The photos will not give you the real picture and feeling of this great place!
Dinner
Morning view from the room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

Oh my a very well thought out design with rooms overlooking the river/stream. Nice balcony and every opportunity to see the Northern Lights in your room and on your balcony! A bit out from the town which was extra nice but not too far either! Daniel & Lars greeted us warmly! Auskin served our meal and was a fun bonus to our stay. Sonja made our morning with such a kind smile as we had breakfast! (Sorry for misspelling names!). We rested well. The hot chocolate was fantastic…thank you to all for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amenities at the resort were wonderful. I really appreciated the staff helping with scheduling all of our activities for us before we arrived. Food in both restaurants excellent. Rooms are very large and comfortable with a lovely view. We also enjoyed the spa. Front desk was very helpful. A special recognition for the staff member from Greece (I'm sorry that I do not remember his name), but he was especially helpful and welcoming. One suggestion: we asked about transportation to Trasti and Trine. A person at the desk offered to give us a ride in the van and pick us up. I tipped them for their effort - but was very surprised when presented with a hefty bill the next day. I should have been told the 10 minute ride would cost > $130 each way. Otherwise, everything was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne Gramstrup

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely amazing!

We had an amazing stay! The hotel is beautiful and view from the room is just stunning. The staff is so friendly and helpful. Before arrival I contacted the reception and the helped us with a program, booked tours and activities and transport to/from the airport. The activities where uniq experiences like dogsledding and nothern lights tour. Hiking is also possible in the beautiful landscape. The breakfast is delicious and dinner in the Maku Restaurant is exatraordinary. I highly recommend to visit Sorrisniva.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastisk opphold. Hyggelige og hjelpsomme ansatte, nydelig utsikt til elven, og deilig seng. Maten var helt nydelig.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emelie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alltid en fantastisk opplevelse. Utrolig fint, nydelig mat, fantastisk personale.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Hotel ist an und für sich ganz gut. Personal sehr zuvorkommend. Wir waren eine Nacht in der Lodge. Schockierend für mich war, dass man die heiße Schokolade beim Frühstück extra bezahlen musste, in jedem billigen Hotel ist die heiße Schokolade beim Frühstück inkludiert und der Preis 95Nok für eine einfache heiße Schokolade ist übertrieben. Zudem wird der komplette Eingangsbereich vom Parkplatz zum Eingang nicht vom Eis befreit. Für so ein teures Hotel ist das kein gutes Service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mirco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wunderbarer Aufenthalt

Extrem angenehmer Aufenthalt! Das Personal war sehr freundlich und das Restaurant einfach hervorragend. Nur zu empfehlen – wir kommen gerne wieder
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hurmaava kohde

Sorrisniva tarjoaa hetken luksusta pohjoisessa reissatessa. Kaikki toimii ja on laadukasta. Toista kertaa vierailemassa, eikä jää viimeiseksi.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pekka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mahtava paikka, siisti ja luonnonläheinen. Palveleva ja ystävällinen henkilökunta. Suuret kiitokset vielä. Tulemme varmasti uudestaan.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura Mares

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El hotel hermoso, se siente una paz estar ahí. La cama muy cómoda. Todo muy limpio.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfetto! hotel da sogno
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024