Tailor-Made Heritage Hospitality at the Border of Two Worlds – Designed Around You
Haparanda Stadshotell
Perched on the edge of Swedish Lapland, where Sweden meets Finland and history meets the Arctic, Haparanda Stadshotell is a grand dame of northern hospitality. Built in 1900 and echoing with tales of tsars and traders, this stately hotel offers timeless charm at the gateway to polar adventure.
Why Stay at Haparanda Stadshotell?
Steeped in cross-border culture and Art Nouveau elegance, Haparanda Stadshotell is a living storybook. Whether you’re following the path of wartime spies or simply soaking in the northern stillness, this is a place where history becomes part of your journey—wrapped in rich details, warm service, and Arctic atmosphere.
Expect:
- Classic rooms with period features, deep comfort, and historical charm
- On-site restaurant serving Nordic and Finnish-inspired cuisine
- Located near the Torne River, minutes from the Finnish border
- Rich storytelling woven into every corner of the building
- Ideal base for both cultural exploration and Arctic wilderness excursions
Twin-Country Lapland, Your Way
Want to walk across a national border after breakfast and dogsled under the Northern Lights by night? Or enjoy sauna rituals followed by a fireside dinner in a hotel that feels like a novel? Your story here can be as bold or as quiet as you choose.
Tailor-made experiences may include:
- Guided historical walking tours through Haparanda and Tornio
- Northern Lights safaris by snowmobile or sleigh
- Visits to nearby reindeer farms and Sámi cultural experiences
- Cross-border culinary tastings and winter picnics on the frozen river
- Steam sauna followed by Arctic dips or spa-inspired evenings in-room
Redefining Luxury Where Stories Cross Borders
At Haparanda Stadshotell, luxury is layered in time. It’s the hush of snow falling on century-old rooftops, the crackle of a fire echoing through a ballroom, and the quiet wonder of standing between countries, cultures, and worlds. With Off the Map Travel, your stay here becomes a rich, reflective chapter in your Arctic adventure.
Itinerary Inspiration for Haparanda Stadshotell
We can personalise your stay at Haparanda Stadshotell and craft the perfect itinerary for you. Here are some examples of how we combine this accommodation with local experiences and give you a taste of the best.
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Amy was a great help with planning this trip. Our trip turned out amazing. I also was very grateful for Off the Map’s Front Desk service, which promptly handled an on the spot issue we had.
Karen
My family and I traveled to Sweden to see The Northern Lights in March of 2023. From the planning process to every detail of the trip, I could not have been more pleased with our experience. Alex was exceptional to work with. His guidance on the time of year, where to stay, activities to do and how to get to and from everything was spot on. I have never used a tour company before but thought a trip of this kind would be easier with some help. I am so glad that I did. The entire week was seamless and completely stress-free, allowing us to truly enjoy Sweden and our time together as a family. I will be recommending Off The Map travel to friends and family and will certainly be using them myself again in the future.
Emily
Off the Map Travel was great! Alex helped us plan the most amazing 10 day honeymoon to Iceland. He gave us great recommendations and was so patient with us during the planning process!
Tori
We originally hired Off the Map Travel in 2020 to set up a trip to see the Northern Lights. That didn’t happen, thanks to COVID. But, we persisted and in March of 2023, we took a 16-day trip that included both Iceland and Norway. IT WAS MAGICAL! Off the Map took care of everything! We were pampered at every stage of our trip. The people they hired and the activities they planned added up to a trip that will set the standard for any we’ll ever take in the future. Alex and his team were fabulous! We recommend them without restraint!
Jim & Kris
Well-organized trip to Norway and Svalbard with great accommodations and activities. Gwen was communicative and responsive to requests. Highly recommend!
Russell Snook
Exceptional service throughout the entire planning and booking process – travel agencies don’t get any better than this. A brilliant, seamless experience matched by the holiday experience itself. Would recommend ‘Off the Map Travel’ to anyone considering booking for a Nordic experience ‘par excellence’.
Chris
I used OTMT to organise a holiday to see the Northern Lights for my partner’s 50th birthday. They took the time to understand my priorities, the kinds of places we like to stay and the things we like to do. They recommended a fabulous itinerary in Norway centred around the Lyngen Experience Lodge. The holiday itself lived up to expectations and I have no hesitation in recommending OTMT. They listened carefully during the planning and delivered the perfect present for my partner.
Alex
Fantastic trip to Svalbard which delivered the true Arctic experience we were hoping for. The hotels were excellent and the activities – dog sledding and snowmobile expedition were lead by first class guides.
Top tip! The champagne tasting in the world’s most northerly wine cellar in the exceptional Funken Lodge is not to be missed!
Faith
I would thoroughly recommend this company. Their planning and advice was spot on. Alex responded to my calls and emails very promptly. I will definitely use them again for future trips.
Rosie
The best travel experience ever on every level you can think of during a Lapland expedition (food, activities, timings, accommodation, transport, service, equipment…). I highly recommend Off The Map Travel for their outstanding level of professionalism and detail oriented mindset!
Sophie & Guy
Amy planned a fantastic trip! Everything was very well-thought out. All transfers went smoothly, accommodations were amazing, great restaurant recommendations and the tours were once-in-a-lifetime, can’t book it yourself off the internet experiences. The guides were all fantastic. Communications were prompt and everything worked exactly the way it was supposed to. What a pleasure! Already working on our next trip.
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