Hotel vicini a Tankavaara a Sodankylä

We didn't realise that when we booked 3 nights from 5 April, that we would be getting there a week or so before the spring close for a few months. But this probably made what was a fantastic break. Now I realise that for families, the December/January is a must for the whole Santa/Christmas/New Year experience. Combined with very cold temperatures, and snow covering everything. But when I heard that the resort caters for up to 800 guests, I can only imagine how mad busy it is, with people everywhere. For my family of four (daughters in their 20's) we were amongst only 40 other guests staying at the time. It was brilliant. There was still loads of snow on the ground but just the trees had shed theirs and were green. But there was no one in the other keto igloos around us and when we walked out most times there was no-one in sight and you could look far in the distance and just see snow, trees....and no humans. a true wilderness experience. We caught a slight glimpse of the Northern Lights on our first night but not really in full glory, but I think that's a chance you take at any time of the year. We did the snowmobile - Quite fun but the risk of paying up to 1200 euros for any damage caused (as told sternly by the guide) made us keep to the speed limits! The Reindeer Aurora Hunt in the evening was OK but if you don't get to see the lights can be a bit boring and hard work on the bum sitting in the sleigh. I can imagine that it could be even harder work in colder temperatures. The Husky ride was the best by far - Great stuff. I think two hours of each activity is enough. Breakfast options were a little limited, with yukky reindeer sausages. Would have been great to have a bacon option. The evening meals were lovely - Again, I believe that it's buffet style in peak season and I have read a lot of criticism. During this quieter time we were given menu options and enjoyed it every night. Definitely pack snacks with you if you can as they are very expensive at the resort. We spent a fair amount on cocktails for the girls and beer for me - Expensive but had good choices. No need to buy bottled water as the water coming from the tap was almost ”mountain spring” - And I should know as drinking water is my profession! I took a tip from another reviewer and had a small container that I asked reception to fill with milk which I took back to make our cuppa's- They don't sell milk, just provide those small sachets. We got the private taxi there and back - Good that it takes, and picks up from your accommodation. I could image it can be quite a trek getting luggage to and from some of the accommodation as they can be far away from reception. Staff were friendly but again, they were not under pressure and were all going home for a few months a week or so after our stay. So, in summary a great stay and if you don't need the Santa experience, but want a great service experience, then March / April would be better.

When you a stay at Lapland Hotels Luostotunturi in Sodankyla, you'll be in a national park, just steps from Ukko-Luosto Hiking Trail and Luosto Nature Trail. This ski hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Pyha-Luosto Hiking Trail and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Trail to Noitatunturi Fell.Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. After a day on the slopes, you can relax in one of the 2 indoor swimming pools. This hotel also features ski storage, gift shops/newsstands, and a television in a common area.Enjoy Regional cuisine at Keloravintola, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.Featured amenities include a computer station, luggage storage, and a library. This hotel has 4 meeting rooms available for events. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 163 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Il luogo è bellissimo, in un villaggio d'oro ricostruito con un museo d'oro, nel parco nazionale di Tankavaara. Le camere, oltre ai cottage in legno, sono in due edifici orribili che in realtà non sono d'accordo con l'idea generale. La mia camera era piccola e molto elementare, letti molto inconfortabili, tipo di divano morbido con una matita molto sottile; il bagno è nuovo e confortevole. Il colazione è piuttosto povero. Il pranzo e la cena sono medie. La più bella è stata la cena del fuoco in una piccola cabina con musica Sami e una ragazza molto bella del personale. Le attività sono ben organizzate. Ho fatto scarpe di neve nel parco con la stessa bella ragazza e rindeer slitta di notte (nessuna aurora mala fortuna). Il personale è amabile e utile.

115 km north of Rovaniemi, in Luostotunturi tourism center.Log-built semi-detached house, built in 1989. Living room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, both with 120 cm bed with 1 upper bed, loft with 2 mattresses, steep stairs to loft, sauna (electric stove), bathroom, separate toilet.In the area there is a shared grillhut and a heated ski maintenance room. Cozy apartment close to all Luosto center services. Please, notice that space between the upper beds and ceiling is quite low and therefore those beds are better suitable for children. Internet connection (optical fiber, speed 100/100 Mbit/s).There is a skibus stop for skibus operating between Rovaniemi and Pyhä is 50 m from this cottage (please check timetable for the skibus).Activities and restaurants 1 km, 1 km Amethyst, amethyst 5 km.Pet fee 44 € / pet / holiday. If you have a pet with you, please book additional service "Pet fee". Note! Maximum 2 dogs allowed. Fee is per pet.Additional orders for linen rental should be made at least 3 days before arrival, thank You.

115 km north of Rovaniemi, at the Luostotunturi resort, in area of Orresokka.Log cabin, paneled inside, built in 2003. Living room/kitchen, 2 bedrooms with a double bed in each, 2 lofts with a total of 2 single beds, steep stairs to lofts. 2 toilets, one of them is in connection of bedroom. Sauna, bathroom / toilet, veranda, balcony and terrace.Refrigerator (211 l) and freezer (104 l) renovated in 2020.Air heat pump, can also be used for cooling in the summer.Wifi-internetyhteys.Note: hot tub on the photo is not available and it is also not allowed to bring a rental hot tub without the owner's permission. Kerkkälä is a cozy and well-equipped cottage in the peaceful Orresokka cottage area, beautiful view over the fell of Luosto. Ski tracks, ski slopes and Pyhä-Luosto National Park are nearby.Amethyst spa 2.2 km, Amethyst Mine -visiting destination 6 km, Sodankylä 40 km.Pet fee 25e/pet.For charging an electric car, the owner charges €40 /car /max. 7-day stay.

115 km to the north from Rovaniemi, in Luostotunturi tourist center in Uittoluosto district nearby center (1,5 km).Gable apartment in kelo log row house. House is built in 1994, there are three apartments in total.Living room/kitchen, double bed in the bedroom, four mattresses on the loft, steep stairs to the loft, sauna and washroom/WC.Cold outdoor storage, can be used for skis maintenance. Aihkelo is a cozy kelo apartment in peaceful area. Services of Luosto tourist center can be reached easily. Restaurants, shops and program services are within 1,4 – 2 km distance.Amethyst Spa 1,5 km, Amethyst mine 4 km (partly walking distance).Pyhätunturi 20 km.Wall outlet for car preheating, charging of electric cars is prohibited.There have been kept dog in the apartment, pets are not allowed at the moment.

With a stay at Budget Hotel Karhu in Sodankyla, you'll be a 4-minute walk from Museum-Gallery Alariesto and 6 minutes by foot from Sodankyla Old Church. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Alariesto Galleria and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Vanha Kirkko.Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite.Stay in one of 42 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided on request.

118 km north of Rovaniemi, in Orresokka area of Luosto Tourism Resort. One half of log (heat-hardened log type) semi-detached unit 2006, living room/kitchen, bedroom 2 beds, bedroom 2 beds, sleeping loft, which has a bedroom with 4 beds, sauna, washroom, open porch, WC also upstairs.Equipment also includes 2 TV sets. Car port. Use of ski care room and grill tepee (shared with 2 other holiday homes) is included in rent.High standard apartment close to Luosto services. Wireless internet connection in the apartment. You can bring maximum 2 pets, additional cost is 25 e/pet (please add to Your reservation if needed).For charging an electric car, the owner charges €40 /car /max. 7-day stay.Illuminated ski trail next to apartment (20 m away!). Spa, restaurants and other Luosto services 2.5 km. Pyhätunturi National Park 5 km.

With a stay at Hotelli Sodankylä in Sodankyla, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Museum-Gallery Alariesto and Sodankyla Old Church. This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Alariesto Galleria and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Vanha Kirkko.Enjoy recreation amenities such as a sauna or take in the view from a terrace.Satisfy your appetite for lunch at the hotel's restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. This hotel has 3 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.Stay in one of 54 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.

118 km north of Rovaniemi, in Orresokka area of Luosto Tourism Resort. One half of log (heat-hardened log type) semi-detached unit 2006, living room/kitchen, bedroom 2 beds, bedroom 2 beds, sleeping loft, which has a bedroom with 4 beds, sauna, washroom, open porch, WC also upstairs. Equipment also includes 2 TV sets. Car port. Use of ski care room and grill tepee (shared with 2 other holiday homes) is included in rent.High standard apartment close to Luosto services. Wireless internet connection in the apartment. High chair, baby cot and potty. You can bring maximum 2 pets, additional cost is 25 e/pet (please add to Your reservation if needed).For charging an electric car, the owner charges €40 /car /max. 7-day stay.Illuminated ski trail next to apartment (20 m away!). Spa, restaurants and other Luosto services 2.5 km. Pyhätunturi National Park 5 km.Bed linen made up on beds € 15,56.