Find stays in Åre town

Choosing accommodation in central Åre makes for an easy and convenient mountain getaway. Around Åre Square, you’ll find restaurants, sports shops, grocery stores, pharmacies, services, as well as ski and bike rentals all gathered in one place. The train station is also centrally located, making it easy to move seamlessly between the station, the village and the mountain without needing a car.

Central Åre offers a wide range of holiday homes across different price points. Choose between affordable ski-in apartments in the Tott area, modern studios with stunning views near the VM8 lift, or cabins in the quieter Åre Strand area close to the popular Åre Bageri bakery. Right in the heart of the village you’ll also find properties like Åregårdarna, Mitt i Åre and Dähliehuset — all with both the village square and the lift system just outside your door.

If you’re looking for accommodation in Åre with skiing close at hand, central Åre is hard to beat. Åre Fjällby and Freestyle-huset are popular choices for skiers who prioritize quick access to the slopes.

From Åre Square, the funicular railway takes you up to Fjällgården and further into the main ski system. Just a few minutes’ walk above the square, you’ll find the VM6 lift and the iconic Kabinbanan gondola, which takes you all the way to the summit of Åreskutan. The gondola operates both up and down, meaning you can visit the top and enjoy the views even if you’re not skiing. The Stjärnbacken slope also runs all the way back down to the village, allowing you to ski home at the end of the day.

Åre station is located right in the center of the village, making Åre easy to reach — especially by overnight train from Stockholm or Malmö. From the station, buses and transfers connect you to the wider Åre area. In other words, it’s entirely possible to enjoy your stay without a car, making central Åre an ideal choice for travelers arriving by public transport.

Central Åre has a wide range of restaurants, bars and cafés — from casual lunch spots to more upscale dining experiences. Werséns, Broken, Bygget, Supper and Crêperie & Logi are some well-known favourites for après-ski, dinners and coffee breaks. Staying in the village means everything is comfortably within walking distance.

If you’re travelling to Åre by car and want to stay centrally, choosing accommodation with parking is a major advantage — especially during peak season when public parking can be limited.

Some holiday homes in central Åre include private parking, either outdoors or in a garage, while others offer reservable parking spaces for an additional fee. Certain centrally located properties do not have private parking and instead rely on Åre’s public parking facilities.

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