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Rent a holiday cabin in Sälen - the complete guide

Thinking of renting a holiday cottage in popular Sälen? Then you've come to the right place. In this article, we will share our top tips for those who are planning to rent a holiday home in Sälen!

Tips for getting the best deal on your trip to Sälen

Something that is usually important to most people is to get the best possible price for a holiday cottage. Here we have compiled our top tips for getting the best possible price when you rent a holiday home.

Be out in good time

As with most things, the more interest there is, the more expensive it will be, and when there is a shortage of cottages, which there easily will be as it gets closer (especially during the high season), the cottage owners can charge higher prices because they know that many people are willing to pay just to get their hands on a place to stay. Book well in advance to get the best price possible.

Join several pieces together

When several people rent the cottage together, for example the whole family or a group of friends, it is almost guaranteed to be cheaper per person. If you rent together, you can also enjoy other benefits such as sharing shopping and cooking - you can use common areas and it's also very cosy.

Think about what you are willing to spare

Having a fireplace can be incredibly cosy and perhaps one of those things that you want at all costs. Or it may not feel so important and you can choose a cottage that doesn't have one and it will often be a little cheaper. It can also be things like saunas or drying cabinets that drive up the price. Here you simply have to think about what is important to you personally and then choose what suits both experience-wise and financially.

What's important to you and your party on your skiing holiday?

Go to Sälen in low season

Even if you book in time, you will pay more for the cottage in high season so consider whether it is worth going when "everyone else" is not. Then the likelihood that you will find something cheap increases drastically. The high season mainly includes Christmas, New Year, Easter and sports holidays - periods when many people are off work. A hot tip is to check out our Junior Weeks! Not only are the prices generally much lower, but all children up to the age of 6 can enjoy all the delights of the holiday for free*!

* During Junior Weeks, all children up to 6 years old (per paying adult) receive ski school, ski hire, lift passes, food and children's activities at no extra cost. Read more about the offer here!

Several dark grey two-storey houses with snow-covered roofs, surrounding forest and mountains in the background under a clear blue sky.

Stay a little further from the Sälen lift system and other 'hot' spots

Sometimes it's nice to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre. If you want to make sure it's quiet and peaceful in the evenings (and mornings), you'll be doing yourself a favour - not only financially, but also experientially - by choosing a less central location. Keep in mind, however, that all accommodation in Stöten is walking distance to the slopes!

Tips for those looking for a truly luxurious holiday cottage in Sälen

What should a luxury holiday home include? There's obviously no one right answer to this, but here's a list of what the wishes usually include - so you know what to look for.

Modern and fresh interior design
Fireplace
Private sauna
Dishwasher and washing machine
Big screen TV
Proximity to the slopes
Departure cleaning included
High quality in general

Modern wooden mountain hut with large windows, snow-covered ground, evening lighting and surrounding pine forest.

With the surrounding mountains, you can't help but feel harmony and be in the moment

At Stöten and Sälen there are many luxury mountain cabins to choose from. Granfjällsbyn, for example, is one of our most exclusive areas with magnificent cabins for those who want a little extra luxury on holiday - the same with Kronoparken, which has cabins with that genuine mountain feeling.

Snow-covered mountain village with illuminated ski slopes, wooden cabins and parked cars, surrounded by forest in the blue hour.

Where in Sälen should you rent a holiday home?

The best place to stay depends, of course, on the ski resort you're visiting. For those travelling to Stöten, you have the following cottage areas to choose from, each with their own advantages. Click on each area name to find out more about its accommodation.

Fjällbyn - smaller cabins at the Ranch lift
Soltorgsbyn - beautiful views in an exclusive setting
Granbyn - exclusive log cabins
Solhem - charming townhouses at Soltorget
Granfjällsbyn - exclusive log cabins
Kronoparken - exclusive log cabins
Skidtorget - Varglyans Lyor & Storeys
Stöten Ranch - cabins at Ranchenliften
Mountain Village - state-of-the-art mountain hut

The advantages of a holiday home in Stöten in Sälen

Genuine mountain feeling. One of the main advantages of renting a chalet with us in Stöten in Sälen is that you get a real authentic mountain feeling. Imagine coming home to a log cabin in Sälen after a long day on the slopes, then lighting the fireplace and enjoying a hot cup of coffee or chocolate!
Freedom. Something that many people also appreciate about renting a cottage is the freedom to park your car right outside the door. Something that makes packing and unpacking easy. In short, a great freedom that is appreciated by many.
Space for the whole family. Most people who choose to rent a chalet want to be able to take the whole family or go with a group of friends. They want to be able to stay under the same roof, which makes a large mountain cabin perfect.
Proximity to neighbours. Many people who rent a cottage with us are also travelling with a couple of other families, which means that they want to stay in cottages next to each other. This is also perfect for the children who usually appreciate the opportunity to play outside the cottage with other children in the area.
Proximity to the slopes. A big reason why many people choose to rent a holiday home in Stöten is its proximity to the slopes. At the foot of the country's most beautiful mountain peaks are our cosy cabins. Simply put on your skis outside the cabin and ski away to the slopes and one of Stöten's 49 slopes.
Affordable. If you're looking for a simpler chalet and want to spend as much time as possible on the slopes, we also offer simpler, more affordable chalets. So we have a chalet to suit everyone - whether you're looking for luxury or simpler options. A great advantage that many people appreciate.
Nature. Another reason to rent a cottage in Sälen is the beautiful scenic surroundings. When you open the door and look out over the mountain scenery, it really feels like time stands still. With the surrounding mountains, you can't help but feel harmony and being in the moment.
Close to the border. From our peaks you can not only see the Swedish mountains, but you can also look over the Norwegian border and see what mountains they have to offer there. Stöten is the northernmost ski resort in the Sälen mountains and also has the highest vertical drop.

Snow-covered mountain forest with chairlifts leading up to misty peak under pale winter sky

This is Sälen

Sälenfjällen is the largest alpine area in northern Europe and an obvious choice for those who want to rent a cottage in the Swedish mountains. The area has long been a favourite destination for Swedes and its popularity is growing every year.

Whether you're planning a classic skiing holiday with the family, a trip with friends or a visit to the annual Vasaloppet, Sälen has something for you. The Sälen mountains are easy to get to either by car, bus or plane, while there are plenty of activities and accommodation to suit all tastes.