Surround yourself in silver — literally — in Västmanland, Sweden, by spending a night in the disused Sala Silvermine’s underground guest suite. Marketed as one of the deepest hotel rooms in the world, the Mine Suite sits 508 feet below the surface and is furnished with chairs, tables and other fittings finished in silver. The metallic décor is amplified by candlelight and the hush of the mine, creating a unique, atmospheric experience.
Guests begin with a guided tour through the mine’s labyrinthine passageways before being led to the suite. After arrival, guides return to the surface, leaving visitors alone in the suite with a selection of cheese, fruit, sparkling wine and chocolate supplied for the stay. An intercom links the suite to staff above ground throughout the night, since mobile phone reception is unreliable below the surface.
Practical arrangements are straightforward: bathroom facilities are located a short walk from the suite, and showers are available at the surface. Breakfast is delivered in the morning, and staff accompany guests back to the surface after their stay. The suite is deliberately cool, maintaining a temperature around 36 degrees Fahrenheit, so warm clothing and blankets are provided—bringing a companion who enjoys close cuddling is recommended.
This subterranean stay blends history and design, offering a rare opportunity to sleep within a historical industrial site while enjoying modern comforts and attentive service. The combination of silver furnishings, candlelit stillness and the mine’s geology makes the Mine Suite a memorable and otherworldly overnight option for travelers seeking something out of the ordinary.
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