Title: Giellajohka Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6155851&destination=Inari%2C+Lapland%2C+Finland&selected=46167000&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Giellajohka Travelers snowshoe through pristine wilderness before returning to the warmth of genuine local hospitality and hearty meals beside the flowing river ## Photo gallery for Giellajohka ![Deluxe Cabin (Taiga) | Free WiFi, bed sheets - Giellajohka (Inari)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46170000/46167000/46167000/04ae30c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Cabin (Routa) | Living area - Giellajohka (Inari)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46170000/46167000/46167000/77edb58e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Studio | Free WiFi, bed sheets - Giellajohka (Inari)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46170000/46167000/46167000/1a6479df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Cabin (Routa) | View from room - Giellajohka (Inari)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46170000/46167000/46167000/030e41f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Cabin (Routa) | Free WiFi, bed sheets - Giellajohka (Inari)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46170000/46167000/46167000/1e2193ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Giellajohka hotel sits by a peaceful riverside where adventure meets comfort. Guests explore through snowshoeing in winter or hiking and biking in warmer months. After outdoor activities, they enjoy satisfying meals at the restaurant and recover in the soothing sauna. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Bar £63 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 14 - Mar 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=46167000&PinnedHotelID=46167000&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=46167000&PinnedHotelID=46167000&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 15 - Mar 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=46167000&PinnedHotelID=46167000&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=46167000&PinnedHotelID=46167000&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 20 - 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River view - 538 sq ft - 3 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Cabin (Routa) ![Deluxe Cabin (Routa) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46170000/46167000/46167000/c8af11b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Cabin (Routa) ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning Heating Kitchen Fridge - River view - 538 sq ft - 3 bedrooms - Sleeps 5 - 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Cabin (Halla) ![Deluxe Cabin (Halla) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46170000/46167000/46167000/1085bdf9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Cabin (Halla) ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning Heating Kitchen Fridge - River view - 269 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Basic Cottage ![Basic Cottage | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46170000/46167000/46167000/ab02fa4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Cottage 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Kitchen Fridge Separate bedroom Heated bathroom floor - River view - 258 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Basic Quadruple Room (Shared Kitchen) ![Basic Quadruple Room (Shared Kitchen) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46170000/46167000/46167000/cd97575d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Quadruple Room (Shared Kitchen) 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Kitchen Separate bedroom Heated bathroom floor Private bathroom Hairdryer Shared/communal kitchen Pet friendly - 183 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Bunk Beds ### Basic Triple Room ### Highlights Heating Heated bathroom floor Private bathroom Hairdryer Shared/communal kitchen - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Basic Triple Room (Shared Kitchen) ![Basic Triple Room (Shared Kitchen) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46170000/46167000/46167000/ee71acf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Triple Room (Shared Kitchen) 10.0 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Heating Kitchen Separate bedroom Hairdryer Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Pet friendly - 151 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom ![Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46170000/46167000/46167000/8895d13b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom Hairdryer Shared/communal kitchen Pet friendly - 54 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Studio ![Studio | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46170000/46167000/46167000/1a6479df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom Day bed Hairdryer Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Pet friendly Located on the ground floor - 215 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Basic Double Room ![Basic Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46170000/46167000/46167000/80f98036.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom Hairdryer Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FInari-Hotels-Giellajohka.h46167000.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FInari-Hotels-Giellajohka.h46167000.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Inari, Giellajohka is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kevo Trail and Sulaojan Nature Trail. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby. [Visit our Inari travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inari.dx6155851) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C69.29228%2C26.72289&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4QKT6EbXPhiZPfYWUBwykLuxnJA=) 2920 Karigasniementie, Inari, 99910 ### What's nearby - Kevo Trail 20 min drive \- 20.8 miles - Sulaojan Nature Trail 20 min drive \- 20.8 miles - Sámi Museum Siida 43 min drive \- 49.4 miles - Inari Church 45 min drive \- 50.1 miles - Ukonkivi 56 min drive \- 53.9 miles ### Getting around - Ivalo (IVL) 92 min drive ## About this property ### Giellajohka Hotel by the river Consider a stay at Giellajohka and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a bar. Adventurous travellers may like the hiking/biking trails and snowshoeing at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Giellajohka, the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Free self-parking - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), barbecues and snow sports gear - Luggage storage, smoke-free property and a TV in reception - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All guest rooms at Giellajohka include amenities, such as free WiFi. 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Free self parking on site - RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Giellajohka ### Things to do - Cross-country skiing - Hiking/biking trails - Sauna - Ski equipment rentals - Snow sports gear - Snowshoeing - TV in common areas ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping on request ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - In a national park - On a river - Terrace ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Shared kitchen access ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Late check-in subject to availability ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets stay for free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 per person - Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Giellajohka Hotel Giellajohka Inari Giellajohka Hotel Inari ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Giellajohka pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Giellajohka? ### How much is parking at Giellajohka? ### What time is check-in at Giellajohka? ### What time is check-out at Giellajohka? ### Where is Giellajohka located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Giellajohka Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Amenities ### 9.8 Staff & service ### 9.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 104 8 - Good 14 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mengni 27 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Extremely friendly staff. Perfect location for aurora and all winter activities. ##### Mengni Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chung Kin 21 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities A great place to stay if you want to see Aurora! It’s so far from any city so you get the full dark sky here, even the weakest aurora would be so vivid in this place. They have a WhatsApp group so everyone on site can share information if they see aurora. The place has a restaurant and the foods are amazing with a reasonable price! Plenty of activities you can do on site as well. Recommend to stay minimum 3/4 nights. My first 2 nights were cloudy but 3rd night was one of the best auroras in my trip. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f9951e17-bbf7-49f6-9270-4122a2ec0b04-1769011424918.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/85d8d343-0cd4-49bd-a267-1396c4dccc1c-1769011558720.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b968cb00-0fc6-4b28-bf54-848962c9d7fc-1769011558590.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9a3c8aaa-852a-497e-9d2c-1f6427bdc7ae-1769011560959.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Chung Kin Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kelvin 22 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities River view stay very relax and quiet ##### kelvin Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gina 3 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful place with amazing staff! ##### Gina Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly 10 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The best place I stayed in Finland. Amazing location, great food, no light pollution, great views, nice people. Everything about this place was fantastic. ##### Kelly Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Esther 6 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I really enjoyed my stay in Giellajohka.The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The area was beautiful and peaceful and there was almost no light pollution. ##### Esther Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heiko 17 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We felt at home right from the start. The surroundings, the peace and quiet, the food, the possibility to hire skis and snowshoes, the friendliness of all the staff and of course the northern lights and reindeer right on the doorstep. Simply a dream. We would love to come back and have already recommended it to others. ##### Heiko Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jules 24 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Like a fairytale It was awesome, for our Christmas Eve Eve. It felt like a Christmas movie. And the food was great ! ##### Jules Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 19 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect accommodation Absolutely fabulous, no joke! The cabin Halla was exactly what we were looking for. You can see the northern lights from your bed. The three cabins are sufficiently far from one another so that you are not disturbed by the neighbors. The cabin itself has everything one needs. Staff was welcoming ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chu-Wu 2 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Best for northern light viewing in the area, with extremely friendly and helpful owner/staff make this place easily get the best rating for the place to stay. ##### Chu-Wu Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Priyank 6 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Excellent property and very kind hosts. ##### Priyank Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clémence 6 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had an amazing stay, everything was perfect (from the accomodation to the food). We loved every minute there and will definitively come back! ##### Clémence ### 10/10 Excellent #### AJ 9 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastic stay It was a great stay. Staff was friendly, helpfull and the accomodation was very comfortable. It is nice and relatively small so no mass tourisme which makes the experience much more personal. We stayed for a week. ##### AJ Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### marcello 10 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities best place to see aurora boreale ##### marcello Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isabella 15 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent! It was so amazing 😍 Cosy hut, very friendly people and a lot of fun ☺ Thank you 😊 ##### Isabella Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clémence 8 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Not our first time there and it is never a disappointment! Our favorite place ever, everything is perfect: from the cabine, to the activities, the service, the food.. We will be back!! ##### Clémence Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Barrie 18 Apr 2024 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Interesting place but not my type ##### Barrie Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wai Yip 5 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect place to watch aurora and Very nice staff The house we stayed is very nice and the warm feeling makes you like to stay at home. The staff is very nice and very helpful. You can join the whatsapp group where the staff will update and inform you when aurora comes. It is really a nice service! On the other hand, a camp fire will be set up outside by the staff such that we can stay longer time outside to take photo of aurora. It is really a perfect place to stay to watch aurora and we will come back to enjoy again in future. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/834B1BB35BA8D2AEA409C7FE9C5DF377E6F2EE031672942473934.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/E3E61C69F43F1A607054B3E0239F7CD7581C36D11672942475332.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Wai Yip Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### rani 18 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We stayed at Giellajohka for 6 days and wished we had longer. It was magic. The river cabins are cozy, warm and have a substantial kitchen. We enjoyed the in cabin sauna and the beautiful floor to ceiling window meant we enjoyed the aurora from our bed while having a cup of tea early in the morning. The property is run by Anita and her son Jouni and they are actively involved passionate hosts. We loved them and all the staff. The activities were well run, relaxed, intimate and so much fun. No mass tourism to be found. There are beautiful walk, ski and snowshoe tracks from your doorstep and all the gear to borrow. The food was good. We loved reindeer soup and the breakfasts, especially the pancakes with jam. Yum! Don’t hesitate booking it would be impossible to regret a stay here. ##### rani Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ka Yan 31 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Will come back for sure We were here from 23 to 27 January 2023 and enjoyed our stay very much! Routa was perfect! The location was away from light and the glass windows were so clean, we could stay inside and step outside to take pictures when aurora arrived. We saw aurora on Day 1, 3 and 4, i.e. a 75% chance. We used our private sauna every day, so relaxing. And we ordered afternoon tea every day, yummy and affordable. We tried the fireplace as well, it looked gorgeous in pictures. The beds and the fully-equipped kitchen, etc. All were just great! And lastly, we would like to thank for the airport transfer service. Our flight was reschedule to a late night flight in a sudden, thanks so much for picking us up. We shall visit here again in coming 2 to 3 years, in mid September to see the fall colors and aurora! ![Routa](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7EA350FFB3BE28DC2496CB7221B50D553C83CF641675128683774.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Day 3 aurora (5:30pm)](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5142E38EAEFD51150EB0CBE4F882208354115E061675128791799.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Day 3 aurora (11:30pm)](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/38147E21842623FC4458B47B94E422EE3F0078DD1675128810203.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Day 4 aurora](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3FFD885046ED06A95631F4731A1C7B68A7D9D6691675128856143.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Ka Yan Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alice 12 Mar 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We did not use the ski slopes or their spa services since our flight came in at 6pm. We were able to check in about 30 minutes before 9pm so we were able to just go straight into our lodging and start relaxing and enjoying the views. In the morning, we were able to see that there was an reindeer farm next to us and were able to take photos of them. Their buffet breakfast was delicious. Although they did not have an overwhelming selection, but what they put out was absolutely divine and delicious. ##### Alice Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michaela 17 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Alles perfekt, beste wahl für Finnland ##### Michaela Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonas 25 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Mega ##### Jonas Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolle 17 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Not what is mentionned on hôtel.com Je déplore toutefois qu’on nous ait vendu une chambre comme une cabine (la photo est celle d’une cabine avec vue sur lac mais on a eu qu’un apart avec aucune vue sur l’eau qui d’ailleurs est un étang et non un lac) et de plus ma recherche était pour Inari, l’affichage dit qu’elle se trouve à Inari, alors qu’elle est à 45 minutes d’Inari et qu’on a donc dû revenir sur nos pas. On nous a dit que c’était hôtel.com qui faisait sa vente ainsi et non eux. Malgré une belle chambre et une belle accueil, c’ st un peu décevant. ##### Carolle Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Merja Sinikka 22 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Loistava palvelu ja lemmikkiystävällinen paikka ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/81087bed-6952-4524-ae51-bdd2bbb18072-1758567427609.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Merja Sinikka Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Arctic TreeHouse Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rovaniemi-Hotels-Arctic-TreeHouse-Hotel.h29968502.Hotel-Information) > - [Kotimaailma Apartments Rovaniemi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rovaniemi-Hotels-Kotimaailma-Apartments-Rovaniemi.h12483914.Hotel-Information) > - [Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Joensuu-Hotels-Original-Sokos-Hotel-Kimmel.h523661.Hotel-Information) > - [Lapland Hotels Pallas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kittila-Hotels-Lapland-Hotels-Pallas.h1636406.Hotel-Information) > - [Santasport Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rovaniemi-Hotels-Santasport-Resort.h10107966.Hotel-Information) > - [Ounasvaara Lakituvat chalets](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rovaniemi-Hotels-Ounasvaara-Lakituvat-Chalets.h37015323.Hotel-Information) > - [Kuukkeli Log Houses Aurora Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saariselka-Hotels-Aparthotel-Kuukkeli-Aurora.h16326846.Hotel-Information) > - [Northern Lights Village Saariselkä](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saariselka-Hotels-Northern-Lights-Village-Saariselka.h17904774.Hotel-Information) > - [Apukka Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rovaniemi-Hotels-Apukka-Resort.h20059117.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Matts](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Helsinki-Hotels-Hotel-Matts.h48619516.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel & Spa Resort Järvisydän](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rantasalmi-Hotels-Hotel-Spa-Resort-Jarvisydan.h4124455.Hotel-Information) > - [Holiday Club Saariselkä Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saariselka-Hotels-Holiday-Club-Saariselka-Apartments.h22183238.Hotel-Information) > - [Holiday Club Kuusamon Tropiikki](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kuusamo-Hotels-Holiday-Club-Kuusamon-Tropiikki.h63511.Hotel-Information) > - [Basecamp Oulanka](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kuusamo-Hotels-Basecamp-Oulanka.h37863963.Hotel-Information) > - [Ranua Resort Arctic Igloos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ranua-Hotels-Arctic-Fox-Igloos.h25782158.Hotel-Information) > - [Ranua Resort Holiday Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ranua-Hotels-Holiday-Village-Gulo-Gulo.h25782077.Hotel-Information) > - [Original Sokos Hotel Seurahuone Savonlinna](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Savonlinna-Hotels-Sokos-Hotel-Seurahuone-Savonlinna.h5471269.Hotel-Information) > - [Aito Igloo & Spa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rovaniemi-Hotels-Aito-Igloo-Spa-Resort.h100148946.Hotel-Information) > - [Santa's Hotel Santa Claus](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rovaniemi-Hotels-Santas-Hotel-Santa-Claus.h892285.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Pyhatunturi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pelkosenniemi-Hotels-Hotel-Pyhatunturi.h2469006.Hotel-Information) > - [Wilderness Hotel Nellim & Igloos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inari-Hotels-Wilderness-Hotel-Nellim.h24043818.Hotel-Information) > - [Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sodankyla-Hotels-Wilderness-Hotel-Muotka.h24043751.Hotel-Information) > - [Kuukkeli Log Houses Teerenpesä](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saariselka-Hotels-Log-House-Kuukkeli-Teerenpesa.h14865292.Hotel-Information) > - [Unity Tampere - A Studio Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tampere-Hotels-UNITY-Tampere.h76157587.Hotel-Information) > - [Holiday Club Saariselka](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saariselka-Hotels-Holiday-Club-Saariselka.h523572.Hotel-Information) > - [Aurora Village Ivalo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inari-Hotels-Aurora-Village-Ivalo.h17452695.Hotel-Information) > - [Courtyard by Marriott Tampere City](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tampere-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Tampere.h42319016.Hotel-Information) > - [Lapland Hotels Hetta](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enontekio-Hotels-Lapland-Hotels-Hetta.h1636390.Hotel-Information) > - [Santa's Hotel Tunturi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saariselka-Hotels-Santas-Hotel-Tunturi.h2439829.Hotel-Information) ---