Tailor-made Greenlandic escapes with world-class views of icebergs
Ilimanaq Lodge
@ Ilimanaq Lodge
@ Ilimanaq Lodge
Imagine waking up in a comfy bed and opening your eyes to the view of majestic icebergs. Take a seat in your cosy living area and watch small fishing boats cruising lazily past in the crystal clear water. In the evening, enjoy a cup of coffee on the terrace to the view of a whale family swimming by under the midnight sun.
Why Stay at Ilimanaq Lodge?
Suspended on a bluff above the Ilulissat Icefjord, Ilimanaq Lodge offers one of the most breathtaking views in the Arctic. Its modern cabins—built on stilts for unbroken vistas of drifting icebergs and humpback whales—blend minimalist design with Greenlandic heritage. This is the cutting edge of wilderness luxury.
Your Greenland, Your Way
Whether you’re kayaking through iceberg-filled waters, dining in a 1700s colonial house, or watching whales breach from your bed, Off the Map Travel will shape your stay around what moves you. Every moment is a front-row seat to nature’s grandeur.
Expect:
- Sleek private cabins with floor-to-ceiling views and sustainable architecture
- Michelin-worthy local cuisine served in a historic Greenlandic setting
- Remote village atmosphere with meaningful cultural encounters
- Seamless access to fjord adventures and inland trails
Tailor-Made Experiences May Include:
- Icefjord cruises or kayaking trips with private guides
- Hiking and photography excursions tailored to your ability and interests
- Whale watching from your terrace or by boat
- Cultural visits with the Ilimanaq community
Redefining Luxury in Greenland’s Icefjord
Luxury here is light, space, and stillness. At Ilimanaq Lodge, and with Off the Map Travel, we take you to the edge of the Earth—and let you linger.
Itinerary Inspiration in Greenland
We can personalise your stay 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.
Explore More Options in Greenland
Let us take you to the edge of the world with a journey through Greenland’s raw and rugged beauty. From iceberg-strewn fjords to Inuit culture and remote settlements, we craft tailor-made expeditions that go beyond the ordinary. Stay in boutique lodges or on an expedition ship, and explore glaciers, hike untouched landscapes, or sail alongside whales under the Midnight Sun. With our local expertise and pioneering spirit, we’ll help you uncover Greenland’s extraordinary secrets in style.
Glacier Lodge Eqi
You can see, hear and feel the effect of a calving glacier up close
Hotel Hans Egede, Nuuk
Magnificent views of Greenland from the Skyline Bar on the 5th Floor
Hotel Ilulissat, Best Western
The restaurant is at top of the hotel, views of icebergs and the city
Hotel Icefjord
Sea views, firsthand vistas of the Disko Bay, sit and watch the icebergs
Hotel Arctic, Ilulissat
Icefjord is home to one of the largest, most active glaciers in the world
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
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
Well-organized trip to Norway and Svalbard with great accommodations and activities. Gwen was communicative and responsive to requests. Highly recommend!
Russell Snook
Hello Lucy!! Kim and I had a fantastic time in Iceland! Probably one of my top 3 trips I’ve ever taken!
It was everything we asked for and you did a wonderful job coordinating it all so beautifully!!
Thank you very much and we will contact you again when we get ready to plan our trip to Norway and Lapland!
Doreen
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
Arctic Retreat was simply magical. Graham and his team were superb. Their entire focus was on ensuring we had an outstanding experience. The accommodation, setting and food were all excellent. The team, experienced professionals, each brought their own personal touch and local nuance. It was faultless. The dog sledging trip directly from Arctic Retreat was also superb. We would return to Arctic Retreat in a heartbeat.
George
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 – the whole family – loved the whole journey!!
The accommodations, the activities and especially the great people – thank you very much for this fantastic organisation !!!
Barbara
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
We did! Everything was truly wonderful! I think the Holman Husky Lodge was our favourite place. Beautiful accommodations, but best of all, wonderful people! Everyone was so friendly and accommodating, excellent food, we really enjoyed our time there. We also greatly enjoyed Bergen! Opus XVI was beautiful and we loved being able to walk to restaurants and bars and take in the sights. All of our drivers were punctual and friendly. The itinerary was full but not overfull.
Thank you so much! It was an epic trip, we are taking home wonderful memories!
Shelly
What an amazing trip we are having. It is incredible. Many many thanks for arranging such an incredible trip.
Giles
We have loved it so much here that we have extended our stay and will come back to Bjornfjell and stay in one of their cabins until Jan 3 then we are staying in the igloo hotel the night of the 3rd. 😊We added a few excursions this week – we did the whale trip on the RIB boat (wow!), toured the igloo hotel (which is why we decided to book the last night!) and did the reindeer sleigh at Sorrisniva. You were so right, the bonfire excursion was incredible!!It has been an absolutely amazing trip!
Kristen