Shaqlawa · Kurdistan Region
A Swedish village in the heart of Kurdistan's mountains.
Private cabins, garden views and the cool air of Safeen Mountain — less than an hour from Erbil.
From $70 per night — breakfast included
The Swedish Village
The mountain resort in Shaqlawa where Swedish calm meets Kurdish hospitality — private cabins, gardens and views of Safeen Mountain.
- Swedish Village cabins
- 30
- Hotel rooms
- 23
- Family rooms
- 10
- from Erbil
- < 1 h
Three ways to stay
Choose your corner of the village
In every roomAir conditioning and heating · Free Wi-Fi · TV · Mini fridge · Private bathroom · Balcony or outdoor seating
30 cabins
Swedish Village cabins
Thirty private cabins, each facing Safeen Mountain. Choose a double bed, two single beds, or a double bed with an extra single.
Explore the cabins
1–3 guests
Hotel rooms
Comfortable rooms for one to three guests — a calm base for the mountains.
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A stay that fits
Find your stay
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Who’s coming?
Days outside
Gardens, fire and fresh mountain air
Barbecue gardens
Grills set among the gardens and pines — made for long family evenings.
Indoor pool
Restaurant
Open from 7:00 am to midnight. Breakfast is included in every stay.
Gardens with a view
Lawns and terraces looking over Shaqlawa towards Safeen Mountain.
Among the pines
Some grills sit right at the edge of the pine forest.
Free parking
Park close to your cabin.
Your season in Shaqlawa
A different kind of escape, all year.
Cool air. Long evenings.
Leave the city heat behind for mountain air and barbecue evenings among the gardens.
What matters to guests
The stay, shaped around nature
- 01
Nature
Pine trees, clean mountain air and Safeen Mountain in front of you.
- 02
Cleanliness
Cabins and rooms that are kept truly clean.
- 03
Staff
A team that welcomes you like family.
- 04
Service
Attentive care, from your first message to check-out.
What guests say
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- Google review
My husband and I had a wonderful stay at the Swedish Village. We chose a one bedroom cabin and were so pleased with the lovely views. Everything was immaculately clean.
Translated
قضيت أنا وزوجي إقامة رائعة في القرية السويدية. اخترنا كوخاً بغرفة نوم واحدة وكنا سعداء جداً بالإطلالة الجميلة. كان كل شيء نظيفاً تماماً.
Megan & Matthew N.2024 - Google review
فقط القرية السويدية الافضل في شقلاوة — نظافة واكل وهدوء
Translated
The Swedish Village is simply the best in Shaqlawa — cleanliness, food and quiet.
Marwan Y.2021 - Google review
Great place to escape Erbil summer heat. Large double beds, clean rooms, good food and beautiful area. Close to Safeen Mountain & Shaqlawa town.
Translated
مكان رائع للهروب من حرّ صيف أربيل. أسرّة مزدوجة واسعة، غرف نظيفة، طعام جيد ومنطقة جميلة. قريب من جبل سفين ومدينة شقلاوة.
James B.2018 - Google review
…فندق فيه اكواخ خشبيه وفندق.. الموقع بدايه سوق شقلاوة موقع جميل جدا موقف سيارات واسع خدمة ممتازة…
Translated
A hotel with wooden cabins… at the start of Shaqlawa market — a very nice location, ample parking, excellent service.
H. A.2024 - Google review
المكان روعه جداً جميل ولخدمه ممتازه ❤️
Translated
The place is absolutely gorgeous and the service is excellent ❤️
Bahaa A.2024 - Google review
هادئ مميز افضل مكان في شقلاوه
Translated
Quiet, distinctive — the best place in Shaqlawa.
T.2025
Rated 4.0 from 228 Google reviews — Read all reviews
Meetings & events
Room to meet, in mountain air
Three halls for conferences, meetings and company events — with cabins and rooms for the whole group on site.
- Large hall
- 200guests
- Medium hall
- 75guests
- Small hall
- 20guests
Our story
Inspired by the Swedish countryside
The Swedish Village brings the beauty, simplicity and calm of the Swedish countryside to Shaqlawa — and pairs it with the nature of the Kurdish mountains.
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Under an hour from Erbil
Near Shaqlawa bazaar, facing Safeen Mountain — a short, scenic drive from Erbil into cooler mountain air.
Near Shaqlawa bazaar, Shaqlawa, Erbil Governorate, Kurdistan Region of Iraq
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Before you come
A few things worth knowing
Is breakfast included?
Yes. Breakfast is included in your stay.
What time are check-in and check-out?
Check-in and check-out are both at 12:00 noon.
Can I cancel my booking?
Cancellation is free.
How can I pay?
We accept cash, card, FIB and Qi Card.
How far is it from Erbil?
The resort is in Shaqlawa, under an hour’s drive from Erbil, facing Safeen Mountain.
How many guests fit in a family room?
A family room accommodates up to 4 guests. Hotel rooms accommodate 1–3 guests.
Are Wi-Fi and parking available?
Yes. Wi-Fi and parking are free.
Your cabin under Safeen Mountain is waiting.
From $70 per night — breakfast included