Each of the 12 igloo rooms is dedicated to a legendary composer or conductor, from Beethoven to Mozart, with ice sculptures and bas-reliefs that bring their musical genius to life. It’s like spending the night inside a symphony but, like, with more frost and fewer sheet music.
Getting there is one of the coolest (literally) things about it; it’s just a casual cable car ride over 2,000 metres up in the Făgăraș Mountains. It’s not for the faint of heart (or for those who are even remotely scared of heights), but if you’ve ever wanted to feel like a true adventurer – this is your ticket. No shuttle buses here, just an icy journey to your cool destination.
And once you arrive, you’ll be greeted by all the icy wonders of the hotel, with features that include a cosy restaurant and a bar, both carved entirely from ice. You’ll dine on reimagined ancient Transylvanian dishes served on ice plates and sip cocktails at the Sub-Zero Ice Bar.
You’ll dine on reimagined ancient Transylvanian dishes
Staying here might seem a little crazy – especially for those of us who hate the cold – but when are you ever going to get the chance to sleep in a room dedicated to your favourite composer, eat food on ice, and drink at a bar where the glasses freeze your hand (wear gloves)?
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It’s truly an experience like no other, blending art, music, and the chill of Transylvania’s finest icy peaks together to make all of your frosty dreams come true.
Why It Exists
To transform the frozen beauty of the Făgăraș Mountains into one of Europe’s most unforgettable overnight experiences.
The Vibe
Part winter wonderland, part icy fever dream, with snow-covered peaks, frozen sculptures and temperatures that definitely keep you awake.
Your Bed Tonight
An ice-carved igloo suite dedicated to a legendary composer, complete with intricate frozen artwork and enough thermal bedding to keep the cold at bay.
The Thing You’ll Brag About Later
That you slept in a hotel made entirely of ice after arriving by cable car high in the mountains of Transylvania.
Eat / Drink This
Traditional Transylvanian dishes served on ice plates, followed by a cocktail at the Sub-Zero Ice Bar where even the glasses are frozen.
Steal This Local Move
Stay up after dark and step outside; the mountain silence, crisp air and star-filled skies are every bit as memorable as the hotel itself.
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