Ski holidays in Lindvallen – ideal for families and those who want everything close at hand

Lindvallen is Sälen’s largest ski area and a popular choice for families, beginners and anyone who wants everything close at hand. Here, easy-to-access skiing is combined with children’s areas, ski school, restaurants, activities and accommodation – all set within a connected ski area with short distances between everything.

Find the best accommodation in Lindvallen

Lindvallen offers one of the widest ranges of accommodation in Sälen, with everything from hotels and modern apartments to larger cabins and camping. This makes it easy to find the right option whether you're travelling as a family, a couple, with friends or in a larger group.

Where you stay in Lindvallen also has a clear impact on your experience. Some areas offer true ski-in/ski-out or very short distance to the lifts, while others provide walking or gliding distance to restaurants, activities and services. There are also quieter areas better suited if you prefer a more relaxed stay with a short bus or car ride to the slopes.

Most accommodation is located in or around one of the four main squares:

• Experiumtorget
• Söderåstorget
• Gustavtorget
• Sälfjällstorget

The best area for you depends on what matters most – for example ski-in/ski-out access, walking distance to restaurants, proximity to children’s areas or a quieter location. If you want to explore more options, you can also browse accommodation in Sälen across other areas.

Experiumtorget

Experiumtorget is the best choice if you want everything in one place. This is one of the most central areas in Lindvallen, with very short distance to lifts, slopes, restaurants, spa, swimming, bowling and shops. It’s ideal if you want to combine skiing with a wide range of activities.

Accommodation such as SkiStar Lodge Lindvallen, Timmerby Village, Timmerbyn Top, Ski Apartments Lindvallen, Bergsbyn and Kopparbyn are located very close to the slopes, while options like Dalbyn, Fjällbäcken, Gröna Byn and Hills Lindvallen offer easy access to Experium in a slightly quieter setting.

This area is also especially convenient for families, with close access to ski school, activities and the children’s area Valleberget.

Söderåstorget

Söderåstorget is particularly well suited for families with younger children and for those who prefer a calmer start to the ski day. Here you stay close to Sydpolen, a beginner-friendly area with green slopes, conveyor belts and button lifts in a safe and easy-to-navigate environment.

Accommodation in Söderåsen and around Söderåstorget typically offers short walking distance to lifts and services. The main advantage here is the proximity to child-friendly skiing, while Experiumtorget is still within easy reach.

Gustavtorget

Gustavtorget is a great option if you want to stay in the heart of the ski area with close access to restaurants, cafés and après-ski. From here, it’s easy to explore the rest of Lindvallen, making it a good fit if you want both skiing and a lively atmosphere.

Accommodation such as Röda Byn, Bruna Byn, Blå Byn and parts of the Gustavtorget area offer excellent proximity to both lifts and services. If you prefer a central location with a slightly more relaxed feel, options like Fjällhem and Fjällbyn provide a balance between slope access and a quieter setting.

Sälfjällstorget

Sälfjällstorget is ideal for families and groups looking for convenient access to child-friendly skiing, restaurants and services. Many properties here offer walking or gliding distance to the lifts, making daily logistics simple and efficient.

Accommodation such as Sälfjällscenter, Torglägenheterna, Sälfjällets Torgvåningar, Fjällglim, Vrilbacken, Olarsängen, Olarsvägen and Olarsbyn offer different combinations of slope proximity, service and accommodation types. For larger groups, there are also spacious cabins and apartments in areas like Sälentoppen, GrandGårdarna and around Sälfjällstorget.

If you prefer a quieter stay, there are also areas within a short bus or car distance, such as Gubbmyren, Sälfjällsbyn, Dammkölen, Erk-Olsmyran and Martebäcken.

Skiing in Lindvallen

Lindvallen is Sälen’s largest ski area and is particularly well suited to families, beginners and anyone who enjoys wide, easy slopes. Green, blue and red runs dominate, making it easy for the whole family to ski together.

Three chairlifts take you quickly up the mountain, and the area is linked to Högfjället if you’d like more runs to choose from.

Lindvallen also features a Snow Park and Fun Ride, adding variety and a more playful experience for both children and adults. Near Söderåsen Express, you’ll also find the black runs Adam and Pernilla, connected through a forest section where you can vary your route down the mountain.

Children’s areas in Lindvallen

One of Lindvallen’s greatest strengths is its variety of children’s areas, each with its own character. This makes it easier to choose the right part of the resort based on your children’s age and how you want to plan your days.

Sydpolen

Sydpolen, by Söderåsen Express, is especially suitable for younger children and beginners. Here you’ll find conveyor belts, button lifts and gentle green slopes in a calm and safe environment. Nearby, there’s also a warming hut, toilets and a barbecue area.

Valleberget

Located next to Experium at Experiumtorget, this is one of Europe’s largest children’s ski areas. You’ll find several button lifts, conveyor belts and easy slopes, as well as play areas, a sledging hill and Valletorget.

During parts of the winter season, both children and adults can enjoy magical skiing at Magic Mountain.

Nearby, you’ll find toilets, a café, warming hut, barbecue area, restaurant, playground, SkiStarshop and ski school.

Children’s area at Sälfjällstorget

At Sälfjällstorget, there is also a child-friendly area with button lifts, conveyor belts and gentle slopes close to parking, services and ski school in Sälen. This is a great option for families looking for easy access.

Ski school and family holidays

For many families, the location of accommodation plays a bigger role than expected. In Lindvallen, ski school and family activities are located close to several parts of the area, making it easier to plan your days and minimise unnecessary travel.

If ski school, children’s areas and smooth logistics are important to you, it’s worth choosing accommodation near the part of Lindvallen where you plan to spend most of your time.

Snow Parks & Fun Ride

Near Gustav Express, you’ll find SkiStar Fun Ride, with jumps, rollers, boxes and playful features suitable for a range of skill levels. Around the Sparven area, there’s also a SkiStar Snow Park with simpler jump and box lines.

What makes Lindvallen so popular is how much is gathered in one place – with skiing, activities and restaurants all close at hand. It makes it easy to get the most out of your stay, both on and off the slopes.