Lapland is where you might spend a bit more on accommodation. All because this place houses some of the world’s nicest hotels and unique accommodations. From ice hotels to igloos with a glass rooftop. In this blog, we tell you everything about the different accommodation options in Lapland, Finland. You will find both budget options and luxury amenities, so quickly scroll down and start booking your adventure to Finnish Lapland!
The best hotels for Lapland in Finland (Finnish Lapland)
One of the biggest expenses during a trip to Lapland is undoubtedly your accommodation*. Hotels are not cheap in the whole of Scandinavia. However, Finland is the most affordable country when it comes to visiting Lapland. We have done our best to find the nicest and most special hotels. You find these sorted by destination later in this article. There is always a budget option included (hostel, basic guesthouse, or just a simple room). But we also show you more luxurious accommodations. The last category shows remarkable igloos, villas, or lodges that make your trip unforgettable but require a big wallet.
Map Lapland in Finland
The above map of Lapland in Finland helps you with the locations of the different destinations. In this hotel guide, we covered the best hotels in Rovaniemi, Levi (Kittila is very close to Levi), Saariselka, Ivalo, and Inari. Remember, the higher up north the better and stronger the northern lights become.
Northern Lights accommodation tip for Lapland in Finland
If you are visiting Finland especially to admire the northern lights, consider booking a chalet or hotel with a glass ceiling or a room with very large windows. In this way, you can admire the stars and the Milky Way from your queen-size bed and hopefully also see the northern lights. How cozy: together with your loved one between the warm blankets while enjoying the aurora spectacle. Yes, you spend a little more money on the overnight stay, but this is definitely “money well spent”!
Have fun with all the preparations! It will be an unforgettable holiday!
The best hotels and igloos in Levi!
If you are wondering what the best place is for skiing in Lapland in Finland, then you should stay in Levi. Levi is known for its many snow pistes. Furthermore, Levi is a vibrant town and has many nice shops and restaurants. It is not without reason that this place is a very popular winter sports destination. Click here for an overview of all hotels in Levi.
Hotel Levi Panorama €€
This nice hotel is located 500 m from the ski slope. You have a beautiful view of the landscape and in the evening you can see the Northern Lights if you are lucky! Delicious breakfast is included in the price. You sleep here for 110 euros per night.
Golden Crown Levi Iglut €€€
Looking for a special experience? Book an igloo with a glass ceiling and sleep under the bright sky. You are guaranteed a magical evening in these cozy lodges. Prices start from 450 euros per night (two people) including breakfast.
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For more tips and travel information about Lapland, read our blog about a winter trip to Lapland!
Where do you sleep in Ivalo? The best (budget) hotels in Ivalo!
If you visit Northern Finland, you will most likely fly to Ivalo airport. In the neighborhood of Ivalo, you have a great chance to spot the northern lights. You are also in the right place for cool activities such as a husky tour. If you are going during the European winter, make sure you book well in advance your hotel. Click here for an overview of all hotels in Ivalo.
Ivalo River Camping €
This budget hotel is located outside the center of Ivalo, right next to a river and surrounded by nature. The wooden cabins are small but cozy. In the summer you can also camp here. You sleep here for 67 euros per night (2 people).
Book now!Ivalo Lake Cottage €€
This big cottage is suitable for four people and has a minimum stay of two nights. The lodge is surrounded by hiking trails. There is a fireplace, sauna, and well-equipped kitchen. You sleep here for 298 euros per 2 nights (4 people).
Book now!Aurora Village Ivalo €€€
In need of a little more luxury? Then book a room at the Aurora Village. This four-star hotel has chalets with a glass ceiling. This way you have a great view from your bed! You stay here for 463 euros per night (two people).
Curious about what we packed and wore to stay warm in Lapland? Then read our Lapland packing list tips!
The best (budget) hotels in Saariselka
Saariselka is a small village in the North of Finland (Lapland). The village is surrounded by mountains and is a good base for activities like skiing, cross-country skiing, and hiking. If you want to sleep in one of the hotels below, book on time, as these rooms are quickly sold out! Click here for an overview of all hotels in Saariselka.
Lapin Kutsu Appartments €
These apartments are very comfortable and cozy. You can make use of the private sauna and prepare your own meals since you have a kitchen. The location is also very convenient. You sleep here for 85 euros per night (2 people).
Book now!Fell Centre Kiilopaa €€
This grand hotel has nice rooms with views of the mountain. The lobby is also cozy with a fireplace. It is surrounded by nature, but you can easily reach the city center with the shuttle bus. You stay here from €136 per night (2 people).
Book now!Top Star Saariselka €€€
Need a little more luxury? Then book a room at the Top Star Saariselka four-star hotel. This hotel is located directly on the ski slope. The rooms have a glass ceiling and the decor is beautiful! You sleep here f0r 212 euros per night (2 people).
How expensive is a trip to Lapland Finland? Read all about prices and a realistic Lapland budget during your trip in this blog!
The most special hotels to sleep in Inari!
We stayed a few nights in Inari ourselves. Inari is the least populated municipality of Lapland in Finland and therefore perfect for star photography and also for photographing the aurora (northern lights). Booking here at a lodge with a glass ceiling pays off enormously! Click here for an overview of all hotels in Inari.
Holiday Village Inari – wooden cabins€
Holiday Village Inari has cozy wooden log cabins. You even have a small kitchen and you are within walking distance of the centre of Inari. Most rooms have their private sauna. You sleep here for 147 euros per night (two people).
Book now!Wilderness Hotel Inari & Igloos – Wilderness Room €€
This hotel has nicely decorated bedrooms and the price includes a delicious breakfast. Many activities are provided by the hotel such as ice fishing, husky rides, and more! You sleep here for 149 euros per night (two people).
Book now!Wilderness Hotel Inari & Igloos – Arctic Chalet €€€
Ready for a night of sleep in style? Then stay in one of the Arctic Chalets! Nice luxury with even a design private sauna and a beautiful iron fireplace. You sleep here for 220 euros per night (two people) including breakfast.
Best hotels to sleep in Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi is the town where Santa Claus is officially coming from. The city is also located on the Arctic Circle, so you are already at the North Pole! It is a tourist village and has a wide selection of good hotels and restaurants. Click here for all hotels in Rovaniemi.
Cozy Studio Apartment €
This small apartment is centrally located. The studio apartment is fairly basic but has everything you need for a comfortable stay in Rovaniemi. You sleep here for 90 euros per night (two people in a shared room).
Book now!Hostel Cafe Koti €
This hostel is right located in the center of Rovaniemi. The rooms are decorated in a Scandinavian style. Besides, you have a Finnish sauna at your disposal! You sleep here for 77 euros per night (two people).
Book now!Arctic Light Hotel €€€
This boutique hotel has an excellent service. All rooms have a different theme. If you like luxury and beautiful decoration, this is your hotel! You sleep here for 178 euros per night (two people), including breakfast.
Looking for a Lapland itinerary? Read our blog for the ultimate trip to Finnish Lapland!
Unique hotels to admire the northern lights in Lapland in Finland!
We love finding the most unique and special accommodations. We have also done this for you in Finnish Lapland! Get inspired by these fairy-tale hotels, located across the northern part of Lapland in Finland. How bad do you want to sleep in one of the accommodations below?!
Arctic Treehouse Rovaniemi €€€€
Absolutely one of the most fantastic hotels in all of Finland! Modern rooms and everything are decorated in Norwegian style. The location is perfect and the breakfast also seems to be delicious. You sleep here for 452 euros per night (two people).
Book now!Wilderness Hotel Inari – Aurora Cabin €€€
The aurora cabin of the Wilderness Hotel in Inari is a dream place! You sleep in a beautiful house with a glass window above your queen-sized double bed. You sleep here for €280 per night (two people) including a delicious breakfast.
Book now!Special memories of our time in Finnish Lapland!
We have so many good memories of Lapland! Lapland is the place where my fiance popped the ‘big’ question to me in the most beautiful location you can imagine. We also enjoyed endlessly the traditional Finnish saunas and had some delicious wines with friends by the fireplace. And then, I am not even talking about the most special activities that you absolutely must have experienced once: a husky ride, snowmobile driving, and of course admiring the northern lights! Seeing the northern lights is so unbelievably special, we would go back in a second!
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