Title: Magical Pond Nature Igloos Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Magical Pond Nature Igloos Waterfront lodge with restaurant and bar/lounge ## Photo gallery for Magical Pond Nature Igloos ![Nature Igloo | Premium bedding, minibar, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi - Magical Pond Nature Igloos (Rukatunturi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44570000/44568700/44568638/2de9783e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Creator video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/DF98F75553398A89479D5530ECB05DB5/fa24f304-d680-4b6f-b67b-6f2d6f5047a4-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1080) ![Restaurant - Magical Pond Nature Igloos (Rukatunturi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44570000/44568700/44568638/0ea716c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Nature Igloo | Premium bedding, minibar, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi - Magical Pond Nature Igloos (Rukatunturi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44570000/44568700/44568638/546508da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Nature Igloo | View from room - Magical Pond Nature Igloos (Rukatunturi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44570000/44568700/44568638/a9c8e19f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Ruka Ski Area, Magical Pond Nature Igloos provides a firepit, an outdoor entertainment area and a bar. Active travellers can enjoy hiking/biking trails, snowshoeing and sledging at this lodge. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Room service - Bar - Air conditioning - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Parking included £444 includes taxes & fees 9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026 ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 16 - Dec 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=44568638&PinnedHotelID=44568638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=44568638&PinnedHotelID=44568638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 17 - Dec 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=44568638&PinnedHotelID=44568638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=44568638&PinnedHotelID=44568638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=44568638&PinnedHotelID=44568638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=44568638&PinnedHotelID=44568638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 26 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=44568638&PinnedHotelID=44568638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=44568638&PinnedHotelID=44568638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Nature Igloo ![Nature Igloo | Premium bedding, minibar, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44570000/44568700/44568638/8b5591dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Nature Igloo 7.8 Good 9 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchenette Mini-fridge Premium bedding Separate bedroom Heated bathroom floor - 161 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Water view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKuusamo-Hotels-Magical-Pond-Nature-Igloos.h44568638.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKuusamo-Hotels-Magical-Pond-Nature-Igloos.h44568638.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C66.14912%2C29.24847&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RKe2O1BLT0a75gui1v_ZF5a240E=) Taikalammentie 2, Rukatunturi, Northern Ostrobothnia, 93830 #### What's nearby - Etutuoli \- 7 min drive \- 3.9 miles - Ruka Ski Area \- 8 min drive \- 4.3 miles - Juhannuskallion Nature Reserve \- 8 min drive \- 4.4 miles - Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill \- 8 min drive \- 4.5 miles - Valtavaaran Nature Reserve \- 10 min drive \- 5.4 miles #### Getting around - Kuusamo (KAO) - 35 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Base - ‬16 min drive - ‪RUOK Burger - ‬12 min drive - ‪Kotipizza - ‬11 min drive - ‪Piste After Ski - ‬12 min drive - ‪Bar IHKU - ‬12 min drive ## About this property ### Magical Pond Nature Igloos Lodge near Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill Located close to Ruka Ski Area, Magical Pond Nature Igloos provides a firepit, an outdoor entertainment area and a bar. Active travellers can enjoy hiking/biking trails, snowshoeing and sledging at this lodge. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self-parking - Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and an electric car charging station - Express check-out, express check-in and a banquet hall Room features All guest rooms at Magical Pond Nature Igloos offer thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and heated floors, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products - Heated floors, showers and hairdryers - Heated floors, kitchenettes and mini fridges ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy. ## Similar properties ![RukaVillage 88, Sauna | Private spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53420000/53416600/53416555/60c1ef01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ski-Inn RukaVillage Kuusamo - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Gym 8.8 Excellent 126 reviews £143 includes taxes & fees 8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=53416555&PinnedHotelID=53416555&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Studio Suite (Premium) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55050000/55043200/55043112/7ba2e629.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Overwater Hut Kuusamo Kuusamo - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 10 Exceptional 7 reviews £250 includes taxes & fees 10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=55043112&PinnedHotelID=55043112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Superior Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93690000/93689900/93689882/9d8a4dff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Iisakki Village Kuusamo - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 9.6 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=93689882&PinnedHotelID=93689882&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42700000/42692200/42692152/8cb85f0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ski-Inn RukaValley Kuusamo - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.2 Wonderful 130 reviews £114 includes taxes & fees 11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=42692152&PinnedHotelID=42692152&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Glass Cabin | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53310000/53308500/53308460/1eedca4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Arctic Skylight Lodge Muonio - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Spa - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 58 reviews £446 includes taxes & fees 22 Dec - 23 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=53308460&PinnedHotelID=53308460&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Premium Villa, Air conditioning, Sea View | 1 bedroom, minibar, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21220000/21218400/21218399/320fb106.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seaside Glass Villa Kemi - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 197 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=21218399&PinnedHotelID=21218399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sky View Cabin Deluxe Plus | Premium bedding, minibar, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20180000/20171700/20171667/7482dfc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Northern Lights Ranch Kittila - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.6 Exceptional 91 reviews £518 includes taxes & fees 16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=20171667&PinnedHotelID=20171667&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53420000/53416900/53416890/8711b4d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ski-Inn RukaSuites Kuusamo - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 71 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=53416890&PinnedHotelID=53416890&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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check-in end time: midnight Contactless check-in and check-out are available Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Access code, front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 30 per accommodation, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Free cots are available on request at the property ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: EUR 30 per accommodation, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available This property uses geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Guests traveling with an animal must contact the property prior to arrival in order to verify availability of a pet friendly room. 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. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Magical Pond Nature Igloos Lodge Magical Pond Nature Igloos Kuusamo Magical Pond Nature Igloos Lodge Kuusamo ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Magical Pond Nature Igloos pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Magical Pond Nature Igloos? ### How much is parking at Magical Pond Nature Igloos? ### What time is check-in at Magical Pond Nature Igloos? ### What time is check-out at Magical Pond Nature Igloos? ### Does Magical Pond Nature Igloos provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Magical Pond Nature Igloos located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Magical Pond Nature Igloos Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Amenities ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 9.2 Eco-friendliness ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 59 8 - Good 18 6 - Okay 6 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### robyn 18 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing staff and beautiful views and nature walks ##### robyn Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen 27 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Easily the most beautiful place I have ever stayed at. The juxtaposition between the stunning natural beauty and the stunning modern buildings is incredible. ##### Stephen Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Irina 3 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice property, except for very little storage in cabins. ##### Irina Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt 15 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastic cozy way to see the Aurora We had a great stay at Magical Pond. The view was lovely and the surroundings were serene. All the staff was friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the breakfast each morning and we had a night with a wonderful display of the northern lights. ![The view from our cabin](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1FFD53C3E3BC894E50EE2DB4C8481E1835D623181676484456522.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Breakfast each morning](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5A7B0477CFC8602B0E723D5C892F8EFFC90AD9351676484456964.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Aurora](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/19769F7BCDC92A0C280FAB0AF17F72917B3CD6641676484455525.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Matt Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susanne 3 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing! ##### Susanne Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeanette 24 Feb 2023 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Absolutely beautiful property and stay. The reception staff could not be more attentive. We arrived late tired and starving and they accommodated us and got us snacks (best chessboard of the week). Free snowshoes to borrow just outstanding! ##### Jeanette Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claudia 30 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities If you want to unplug and relax, this is the place. Staff was wonderful, all of them. But Laura and Heli were amazing. ❤️ ##### Claudia ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah 29 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Our stay here was magical. It was definitely an experience we will remember for a very long time. The staff were very friendly and happily called to order taxis for us. You have to come here prepared. We knew we wouldn’t book dinner here so we made sure we had enough food supplies so we didn’t have to rely off of going into town every meal. The rooms are lovely and cozy. We made it work with two large suitcases and carry on luggage. The heated flooring was amazing. ##### Sarah Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Julian 5 Mar 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Never again: Such a bad experience!!! \- no room service for 3 day stay - no wifi - only 2 coffee pads for the whole stay - no windows that can be opened, bad air - sauna costs €275 extra - no shuttle to the city (without a car you are trapped) - bathroom much too small (only wet room) - fat bikes were broken, they wanted €80 for 2 hours - very unfriendly staff - no space at all in the ponds, really little! - restaurant currently closed, no information about this in advance - no shuttles to the city Summary: for the price of a 5\* hotel you get 1\* accommodation with very unfriendly staff - never again!!! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/E8B7B7BB945825850B81B48BA0AAF94D10790D001741200588634.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/74007E4D1303C40C15AB3791D3C6FDF03460B4691741200588855.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Julian Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ingrid 1 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The location is so magical. We have never been to anywhere like this place. The customer service is truly the best! We sent an email about arriving late at night (reception closes at 11pm), they sent instructions about how to access our cabin, so check in was seamless. Reception also gave us a portable wifi connector when we mentioned we could not get wifi connection in our cabin. They went out of their way to pack our breakfast the night before we check out as we were leaving before breakfast starts (breakfast starts at 9am). Lammintupa is 10min walk away and truly a peaceful and magical walk. The only (minor) negative things were the bathroom towels were not the fluffy kind, felt more like a giant tea towel and the cabin is actually quite small. We took out the things we need from the suitcases, store them in the compartments available next to the bed and kept them closed throughout our stay. There were no rooms to keep 2 luggages open. ##### Ingrid Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 12 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful property, very romantic So the only (big) rub is...I didn't know when I booked that it was the "off season". That mean's (1) no desk staff for the majority of the day, and alarmingly, the entire lobby area is locked from the outside during that time, and (2) the restaurant is not open at all. The first one was concerning given that I got dropped off by a cab in zero degree weather at night,not great if something goes wrong and I can't get into my cabin. The 2nd one was a big deal for me; I really was sold on the idea of lounging on the property for 2 days and not leaving (for meals). Scrounging for dinner was an unexpected, expensive, and interruptive negative to my short stay. Understand if the resort wants to go into eco-lodge mode, just be clear about it. This is a small one, but worth noting (staff) - I stayed in Igloo 4\. The outside entry light of Igloo 5 reflects \*directly\* into the middle of the ceiling glass of Igloo 4 at night, which kind of kills the stargazing experience. Very nitpicky, not worth complaining about, and certainly nothing the designers could have predicted....but I would consider making those lights motion activated like the fireside lighting. That said, Kata is great, the breakfast was wonderful, the igloo was perfect, and I would definitely come back. I walked through the short trail behind the property and stumbled on a \~9 mile well marked cross country ski path, which conveniently goes right by the Ruka ski resort (read: lunchtime pint to break up the trail walk!) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### thierry 15 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities le lieu idéal si comme nous les aurores Boréales sont au rendez-vous: presque 3 heures d'un spectacle unique! Pour les plus frileux, le spectacle peut se savourer de son lit! À proximité de la station de Ruka et de Lamintupa pour profiter des chiens de traineau, des moto neige, des rennes. Personnel avenant et disponible. à découvrir absolument! ##### thierry Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ludovic 15 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Très belle expérience ! Le personnel est très gentil Vous pouvez manger sur place quelques snack, sinon ils peuvent réserver pour vous un restaurant avec un menu a côté de la station de ski de Ruka et une personne vous dépose et vous ramène a Magical pond. ##### Ludovic Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janina 17 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Es war einfach ein toller urlaub :) die mitarbeiter vor ort sind super freundlich und hilfsbereit. Die Lage der unterkunft ist traumhaft. Wird nicht unser letzter urlaub dort gewesen sein :) ##### Janina Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Franziska 23 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Werde nicht nochmal wiederkommen ##### Franziska Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maija-Leena 5 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Ihana, lämmin nukkumapaikka revontulineen. Mukava henkilökunta ja kauniisti katettu aamupala. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1C72FE05E41F27CBD16FFAAFD0E07338EEBF916D1680698802817.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Maija-Leena Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wilhelm 5 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Traumhafte Mökkis Perfekter Ort für Nordlichter, Wanderungen und Natur. Familiengeführt, hervorragender Service und Freundlichkeit. Grandioser Ausblick in den Wald und in den Himmel. Klasse Frühstück mit frischem Brot und große Auswahl. Für ausgewiesene Wanderungen auf zwei kleinen Waldwegen konnte man sich kostenfrei Schneeschuhe und Stöcke ausleihen. ##### Wilhelm Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Petra 28 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Otroligt fin miljö, med lugn omgivning. Behagligt. Underbara rum, suverän frukost och personlig service. Minus för att wifi inte fungerade i rummen, svårt när man behöver jobba. Men annars toppen! ##### Petra Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanja 20 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Die Lage am Weiher ist wunderschön. Die Igloos eignen sich bestens um den Sternenhimmel zu bewundern. Das Frühstück war sehr fein. ##### Tanja Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachael 28 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Peaceful and Relaxing Lovely pods with a very large comfortable bed and some clever storage under the steps. There is only a kettle, sink, coffee maker and a fridge so you won't be able to stay long without transport. The lights on the other pods (their pod number) and some of the pathways are on all night, so you don't get a complete blackout and it's only the ones at the very front that face the lake. It still feels private though. The firepit by the lake was nice and there are some clip on torches available as well as sledges and snowshoes you can use. It was lovely for 2 nights. Note that on Friday night when they have late night skiing in Ruka you can see the lights illuminating the sky nearby. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1D982CBC4AF7DA077F0FF975D3E14290FF170AAE1646390056702.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4AAA535C776EA5DE681633700320F2F8E13169141646390114492.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9529633E0BFF2C7E5101A5DDA9A09DF1D10125B71646390168857.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/15DDB3B97943C9811BBAB053B6BA074655201C3E1646390191594.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Rachael Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Hanna 2 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Ihana majoitus luonnon rauhassa. Ainoa miinus sähköauton latauksen korkea hinta 30€/pv. ##### Hanna Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Satu 2 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Lumoava iglu järven rannalla! Todella hyvä nukkua, laadukkaat peitot ja pellavalakanat. Aamiainen loungessa erinomainen. Saunavuoro oli myös loistava. Myös sen takia, koska suihkutila olisi ollut äärimmäisen pieni iglun kylppärissä. Lammintupa vieressä, jossa kivaa ohjelmaa lapselle ja kahvio. Kaikki meni muuten erittäin hyvin, ainoa miinus että loungessa ostettu keitto todella oudon makuista, etikkaista.. ##### Satu Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenni 23 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Täydellinen nautiskeluun Tyylikäs ja mukava iglu, loungessa ihana iltapala ja aamiainen. Lumikenkiä lainattavaksi. Täydellinen paikka lyhyeen nautiskelulomaan! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/179CB0374B32A78CFA6DCB937179089836FBA3B31640248688644.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/EA6C437A4197712FCEACD6FDDCC909026A6C81451640248690192.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/B8AC8401EB301CA36D20DA56534DEE737761C2A81640248691352.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/F83F9296C910E74209D2977A6384320261AE5BFB1640248685736.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jenni Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alisa 27 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Todella hyvä kokemus. Metsässä yöpymistä parhaimmillaan, kun voi nauttia rauhasta ja luonnon kauneudesta lämpimässä ja syödä hyvän aamupalan sängyssä. Suosittelen! ##### Alisa Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Harri 1 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Hienot maisemat. ##### Harri Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Mi casa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Mi-Casa.h38850129.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandos Monaco Hotel - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Benidorm-Hotels-Sandos-Monaco-Hotel-Adults-Only.h1510126.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton By Hilton Aberdeen Westhill](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aberdeen-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Aberdeen-Westhill.h17858515.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Heanor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Heanor-Hotels.d3000438515.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Spa Hotels in Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Spa-Hotels.0-0-d6069845-tSpaHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Village Hotel Bracknell](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bracknell-Hotels-Village-Hotel-Bracknell.h70918505.Hotel-Information) > > [The Red Lion](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lincoln-Hotels-The-Red-Lion.h4252361.Hotel-Information) > > [Sherwood Exclusive Lara, All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Antalya-Hotels-Sherwood-Exclusive-Lara.h1218201.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Barmouth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Barmouth-Hotels.s50-0-d8117.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Laston Garden Flat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tenby-Hotels-Laston-Garden-Flat.h63863951.Hotel-Information) > > [B&B Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d6069845-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels in Newport-On-Tay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newport-On-Tay-Hotels.d3000010380.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Churchill (YYQ)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/yyz/yyq/toronto-to-churchill) > > [Flights from Paisley (GLA) to Venice (VCE)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/gla/vce/glasgow-to-venice) > > [Jet2 Larnaca (LCA) to Bishop's Stortford (STN) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/jet2-from-larnaca-intl-to-stansted/ls/lca/stn) > > [Flights from Tbilisi (TBS) to London (LHR)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/tbs/lhr/tbilisi-to-london) > > [Flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to Accra (ACC)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/edi/acc/edinburgh-to-accra) > > [Flights from Copenhagen (CPH) to Paris (CDG)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cph/cdg/copenhagen-to-paris) > > [Flights from Boston (BOS) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bos/yvr/boston-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Cardiff (CWL) to Gibraltar (GIB)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cwl/gib/cardiff-to-gibraltar) ### Cars ### Packages > [Davao Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Davao.d1077.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Westfield Broadmarsh Shopping Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Westfield-Broadmarsh-Shopping-Centre-Nottingham-City-Centre.d6187266.Attraction) > > [Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tower-Of-David-Museum-Of-The-History-Of-Jerusalem-Old-City.d501304.Attraction) ### General