What are the best hotels in Rovaniemi? Where to stay to be close to the Santa Claus Village? Do you need accommodation in the center of Rovaniemi? Check out this guide to help you book the most suitable accommodation!
Hotels at the center of Rovaniemi
The best option is to stay at the center or close to it if you plan to use public transport only, and you won’t rent a car. The Museums and shops are within walking distance. You only need to take a bus to the Santa Claus Village.
One of the most luxurious hotel in the city center
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Scandic Pohjanhovi (mid-range/luxury)
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Santa’s Hotel Rudolf (mid-range)
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Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna (mid-range)
Budget accommodation and guesthouses near the center and railway station
Are you looking for a budget accommodation to save money for amazing northern light tours and other activities? Don’t forget to read our Aurora Borealis Guide to Lapland.
You can find places up to 15-30 min walk from both the center and the railway station. They are ideal for budget travelers.
- Berry Apartments – private rooms and apartments with free parking, 20 minutes by walk from the center and railway and bus station, also arranges safaris and tours for guests.
- Guesthouse Borealis – private rooms near the railway station.
- Hotel Aakenus – budget hotel near the center
Hostel in the center of Rovaniemi
- Wherever Hostel – if you travel alone, a bunk bed in the center is probably your best choice.
Near Ounasvaara
Ounasvaara is close to the center (20-30 min walk) yet a good spot for observing the northern lights on your own, or just to enjoy the Finnish nature, snow, and skiing.
- Mid-class/high end: Santasport Resort
- Budget accommodation: Ounasvaara Sport Cottages
READ: The Best Winter Activities in Rovaniemi in Winter
The best holiday villages and resorts to stay
Glass Igloos and Luxury accommodations near Rovaniemi, Lapland
Make your Lapland trip memorable and splurge a night or two! Observe the Auroras through the roof of your glass igloo or stay at a treehouse. Most of these places are located a few kilometers away from Rovaniemi, near the Arctic Circle.
Arctic TreeHouse Hotel
Location: Near the Arctic Circle, at SantaPark
Nordic design, winter forest, and (hopefully) magical Auroras just right in front of you! Our number one choice in Rovaniemi.
Snowman World Glass Resort
Location: Santa Claus Village
How ’bout floor-to-ceiling windows, sauna and a private outdoor hot tub? That sounds perfect for Aurora hunting, doesn’t it?
Arctic Snow Hotel
Location: Santa Claus Village
Do you want to sleep in a snow igloo? That’s your perfect chance!
Santa’s Igloos Arctic Circle
Location: Santa Claus Village
Santa’s Igloos offer stylish glass-roofed igloos by the Arctic Circle to observe the Northern Lights from your comfy beds.
Arctic Fox Igloos
Location: Ranua
These igloos are located in Ranua, 80 km from Rovaniemi. Ideal if you have a car, and you can visit the famous Arctic Zoo as well!
Nova Skyland Hotel
Location: Santa Claus Village
Wooden holiday units with a terrace and tall windows to observe the sky.
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More info about Rovaniemi and Finland
- Rovaniemi in winter
- Rovaniemi in summer
- Lapland in summer
- Lapland road trip (10 days, winter)
- Finland Road Trip Guide
- 10 Best cities in Finland
- Finnish souvenirs
- Most spectacular glass igloos
