Star Arctic Hotel & Activities - Saariselka
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Aurora-viewing hotel on a fell top in Finnish Lapland
Aurora Glass Cabins & Suites
Star Arctic Hotel offers Aurora Glass Cabins with stargazing ceilings for viewing the Northern Lights from bed. The Scenic Suite with Sauna includes a private sauna and a kitchenette with an induction hob and microwave. The two-floor View Suite provides a mezzanine bedroom and a living area with a sofa bed.
Dining & Cuisine
The on-site restaurant serves a mix of traditional Lappish cuisine and modern dishes using local ingredients. Breakfast is served until 12pm, offering a wide spread of variety. The dinner menu includes options like Fried Arctic Char and Reindeer Top Roast, with a separate children's menu available.
Activities & Excursions
Star Arctic Hotel provides a selection of activities including skiing, husky and wildlife safaris, and ice fishing. The hotel's Wilderness Center organizes tailored experiences such as reindeer herding and snowmobile tours. Guests receive complimentary winter gear, including thermal suits, boots, and mittens, for the duration of their stay.
Rooms & Suites
The hotel offers Aurora Glass Cabins with stargazing ceilings for Northern Lights viewing from bed. The Scenic Suite with Sauna includes a private sauna, a kitchenette with an induction hob, and a drying cupboard for winter gear. The two-floor View Suite has a mezzanine bedroom and a living area with a sofa bed.
Location & Activities
Star Arctic Hotel sits on top of Kaunispää Fell, with ski-to-door access and proximity to the Saariselkä Ski Centre. The hotel's Wilderness Center offers organized excursions like reindeer herding and snowmobile tours. Urho Kekkonen National Park is nearby for hiking and nature exploration.
- Location: On top of Kaunispää Fell with ski-to-door access
- Rooms: Aurora Glass Cabins with stargazing ceilings and Scenic Suites with private sauna
- Dining: Gourmet Lappish cuisine at the on-site restaurant
- Activities: Husky safaris, reindeer herding, and snowmobile tours from the Wilderness Center
- Package: Full-service packages including meals, activities, and transfers
- Eco-Friendly: Certified eco-friendly practices throughout hotel operations
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed2 Single beds1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds1 Queen Size Bed
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Shower
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Heating
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Mountain view
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Sauna
Facilities
Main facilities
Off-site parking lot
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Snack bar
Paid airport shuttle
Jacuzzi
Sauna
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cribs
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sauna
- Jacuzzi
- Open-air bath
Room view
- Mountain view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Essential information about Star Arctic Hotel & Activities
| 💵 Lowest room price | 252 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 1.2 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 17.5 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Ivalo, IVL |
Location
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- Nearby
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