Hotels in Gällivare, Sweden

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Gallivare, Sweden
4 Apr — 5 Apr2
Gallivare, Sweden
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Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Gallivare. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Cheapest month:January
Most expensive month:February
Average price in Gallivare:€126/night
Cheapest price found:€53/night
Cheapest day:Saturday
Most expensive day:Wednesday
€80 - €167
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
€94 - €223
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

About Gallivare

Gallivare invites you to venture north of the Arctic Circle and discover the magic of Swedish Lapland. The town is surrounded by unspoiled wilderness and offers a cache of unique Scandinavian experiences. Explore national parks, watch the Northern Lights dance across the night sky and learn about the unique culture of the indigenous Sami people.

Things to do in Gallivare

Winters are long in Gallivare and often span from November to May. Luckily, there’s plenty to keep you entertained. Race through the snow in a husky sled or embark on a snowmobile safari. Spring snowmelt reveals flower-strewn hiking trails and crystalline lakes. In summer, the famous Midnight Sun ensures there’s plenty of daylight for outdoor adventures.

Gallivare offers a front-row seat to the Northern Lights, one of nature's most spectacular shows. Nearby vantage points like Dundret Mountain are the perfect place to experience the phenomenon. Hunt down the Northern Lights independently or join a guided tour to boost your chances.

Visit the nearby Sami village of Storforsen and experience indigenous culture in Swedish Lapland. Shop for traditional crafts and learn about the traditional reindeer herding practices that have sustained the Sami way of life for centuries. If you’re feeling adventurous, sample local delicacies like “renskav” sauteed reindeer served with “gahkku” woodfired bread.

Gallivare is part of the Laponian Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site made up of national parks and wilderness areas. Snow-capped mountains, ancient forests, shimmering glaciers and jewel-toned lakes showcase the wild and rugged beauty of the Arctic. In addition to stunning landscapes, the Laponian Area is an important reindeer herding ground for the Sami people.

Getting around Gallivare

Gallivare is compact and easy to get around on foot. Rental cars offer the freedom to visit Gallivare and explore Swedish Lapland at your own pace. Overnight trains travel between Stockholm and Gallivare in 13 hours. Gallivare Airport is a 15-minute drive from the town centre and offers direct flights to Stockholm.

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  • What are the best hotels in Gallivare?

    1,028 reviews rated Grand Hotel Lapland with an average score of 8.4/10. It may also be worth looking into the Scandic Gallivare, which received a rating of 7.8/10 from 227 reviews. Pensionat Augustin could also be a good option, with a score of 7.5/10 from 576 reviews.

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