Exploration is rooted in human nature—the drive to push beyond the familiar, seek the unknown, and forge a deeper connection with the natural world. Few embody this spirit more than Børge Ousland, the Norwegian polar explorer known for his record-breaking solo crossings of the Arctic and Antarctic. His legendary winter expedition across the North Pole, enduring total darkness and extreme cold, remains one of history’s greatest feats. Today, Ousland continues to push boundaries, using his expertise to raise awareness of climate change’s impact on polar regions, proving that true exploration is about both discovery and preservation.
The Arctic captivates with its raw beauty and sense of mystery, offering a profound connection to nature through its vast, icy landscapes, majestic glaciers, and the ethereal glow of the Northern Lights. This untouched wilderness inspires modern architecture, where landscape hotels are designed as organic extensions of rugged terrains. These accommodations blend with their surroundings, using sustainable materials and innovative techniques to create structures that are both adaptive and regenerative, allowing guests to appreciate one of Earth’s last frontiers.
Pedro Léger Pereira is an accomplished architect and sculptor, currently residing in extreme Arctic Norway. Pedro founded APART(E) STUDIO, an architectural practice that embodies his unique approach, blending Scandinavian influence with southern European cultural heritage, to give us the landscape architecture of the future.
Embark on a winter wonderland escape with our selection of landscape hotels that artfully embrace the magic of the season. Each of these distinctive hotels promises an immersive winter experience, celebrating the beauty and serenity of Northern landscapes.
A world made of ice. Crisp, bright snow. Watching the starry arctic sky without leaving your igloo. The purples and greens of Aurora Borealis. Embark on a journey to witness the ethereal beauty of the Northern Lights with our curated selection of hotels, each offering a unique and immersive experience.
From treehouse retreats suspended high among the pines to architecturally stunning rooms embedded in the rugged terrain, Norway's remote hotels allow you to immerse yourself in the country's raw landscapes.
