Welcome to your real-life snow globe.

This cozy accommodation is the brainchild of Gerth Poulsen, founder of local tour outfitterInuk Travel.

He collaborated with Nuuk accommodationInuk Hostelsto build a picturesque glass igloo near the shore of this waterfront property.

Green Aurora borealis, Northern lights, seen from water taxi tour in Greenland

Credit:Stephanie Vermillion

The glass igloo, which welcomed its first visitors in May 2022, couldnt come at a better time.

In fall of 2022, Air Greenland and Icelandairunveiled a partnershipto increase connectivity between the two islands.

Inuk Hostels, and its new glass igloo, stand ready to welcome travelers with a unique Greenland experience.

Interior view of Nuuk Igloo in Greenland has bed and kitchenette with 360 view of waterfront

Stephanie Vermillion

(And yes, Inuk Hostels offers igloo guests breakfast in bed.)

In addition to cozinessinsidethe igloo, youll find numerous ways to stay toasty in the igloos adjacent amenities.

Theres the traditional sauna, with a small window overlooking the water.

Exterior of sauna and interior of sauna with snow covered landscape and water views in Greenland

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Alternatively, you could warm up in your igloos private wood-fired hot tub.

Nuuk brims with outdoor adventure and culture.

If auroras top your bucket list, book a night on the water withNuuk Water Taxi.

Nuuk Igloo exterior with Sauna in view by the water in Greenland

Stephanie Vermillion

When to Visit Nuuk

With the recent boost in flights, Nuuk increasingly draws travelers year-round.

Alternatively,Nuuk summersshowcase Greenlands milder side, with temperatures hovering between 40 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

And fear not: the igloos black-out curtains ensure a long, restful sleep all year.