Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos

Hotels
9.1 (679 reviews)
Muotkantie 204 , Saariselka , fi

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Tour desk
Sauna
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cozy and modern rooms
Attentive staff
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.35
One review mentioned unclean sheets, suggesting an area for improvement.
Service
9.85
Staff received high praise for attentiveness and helpfulness throughout the reviews.
Location
9.35
Guests loved the beautiful, untouched wilderness and convenient transfers.
Room Quality
9.35
Rooms are cozy and modern; glass igloos are particularly praised.
Amenities
8.35
Amenities could be improved, though the sauna and activities were well received.
Value for Money
8.85
Quality of service and food contribute to good perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9.35
Food received excellent reviews; diverse menu with quality offerings.
Overall Experience
9.35
Overall positive experience; guests highly recommend and express gratitude.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 04:01

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos offers a diverse range of accommodations, from stunning panorama cabins to cozy aurora cabins. Imagine witnessing the magical Northern Lights from the comfort of your own bedroom.

Abundance of Facilities
This property boasts a restaurant, shared lounge, shuttle service, and a plethora of guided activities for guests to enjoy. Whether you prefer skiing, snowmobiling, or hiking, there is something for everyone.

Convenient Location
Situated in Saariselkä and just 41 km from Ivalo Airport, this hotel provides easy access to a variety of outdoor adventures. With free WiFi and parking available, Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos ensures a seamless and unforgettable stay.

Book your stay now at Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos for an unforgettable Arctic experience!

Important information:

The property will send the check-in instructions after you confirm the estimated arrival time.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for € 40 per person per stay when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 679 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.35
Service: 9.85
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 9.35
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 8.85
Food and Beverage: 9.35
Overall Experience: 9.35
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Nanni • couple • de
9
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Gernot • couple • at
9
Pros:

Super Lage, sehr freundliches Personal, hervorragendes Essen, großes Zimmer und Sauna

Cons:

Zu wenig Kleiderhaken, Reinigung jeden 2. Tag

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Robert G. • family_with_children • de
10
Pros:

Fantastische Lage, einsam in der wunderbaren Natur, sehr freundliches, aufmerksames und hilfsbereites Personal in allen Bereichen, sehr gutes, abwechslungsreiches Essen (Frühstück, Mittag, Abend) in Buffetform mit hochwertigen Zutaten und Auswahl Fleisch-Fisch-Vegetarisch, immer frisch aufgefüllt.Gemütliche Zimmer, sauber und gute Ausstattung. Unser Zimmer war fantastisch gelegen mit direktem Blick in die Landschaft. Breites Angebot an Exkursionen mit gestellter Ausrüstung (Thermooverall, Thermoschuhe, Handschuhe, Socken), tolle Wanderwege zum Selbsterkunden. Einzigartige Location mit sehr hoher Polarlichtwahrscheinlichkeit (wir sind u.a. deswegen gekommen und wurden nicht enttäuscht). Wir sind total begeistert vom Aufenthalt und sehr froh uns hierfür (und gegen Tromsö und Reykjavik) entschieden zu haben. Wir kommen immer wieder gerne wieder (z.B. auch mal.im Sommer).

Cons:

Die Kosten für den Flughafenshuttle über das Sammeltaxi sind deutlich zu hoch.
Das Bett bzw. die beiden Einzelbetten sollten zwei Matratzen haben, nicht eine große.

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Mathias • couple • at
10
2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Lucia • extended_group • at
10
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Adrienn • solo_traveller • hu
10
Nice location, aurora view, amazing programs
Pros:

The Hotel is in the middle of the forest. Perfect location. The food was amazing and huge choice. The staff was very kind and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. I stayed in the aurora cabin and I had a chance to see the aurora from my bed. The Hotel offered many activities and they provided the necessary equipment. I enjoyed so much the programs.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Taly • family_with_children • il
10
A great location and room viewing window/ roof
Pros:

The location and the clear roof top window are amazing

Cons:

1. Street lights are on all night, making it difficult to view the northern lights, from the room. We had to find a creative solution, to enable a very good viewing from the room.
2. The room facilities lack: a 'respectable', not mini table top mirror, towel heaters, shelves and bedside dresser.

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Sonia • family_with_children • ro
10
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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anna chiara • family_with_children • it
9
Pros:

La struttura è immersa nella foresta boreale, isolata ma perfetta per avvistare le aurore e godersi il paesaggio. Abbiamo soggiornato nella aurora cabin che ci ha permesso di vedere l'aurora entrambe le sere dal nostro letto. Era dotata inoltre di piccola sauna. La colazione buona e abbondante.

Cons:

Struttura isolata, il bus che la collega a Saariselka passa solo due volte al giorno e i transfer hanno un costo eccessivo. Per fare circa 4 km di strada ci hanno chiesto 60 euro per due persone.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Philippe • family_with_children • be
8
Pros:

Emplacement - igloo exceptionnel

Cons:

Nourriture correcte, mais meilleure au Wilderness Saariselka...

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Sylwia • family_with_children • pl
10
Schön, mitten in Nirgends, naturnah. Allerdings alles kostet extra und ist extrem überteuert.
Pros:

Sauberkeit und Standard. Das Buffet war nicht abwechslungsreich, dennoch man wurde satt.

Cons:

Relativ teuer.

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Liliana • family_with_children • co
9
Gran Lugar!!
Pros:

Pudimos ver auroras desde la habitación, el desayuno y la cena muy ricos, y nos dieron desayuno para el vuelo temprano
El personas muy amable
El sauna de la habitación un gran éxito!!

Cons:

La cabaña es pequeña para 4 personas cuando se abre el sofácama

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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vanessa • couple • fr
10
A beautiful, spacious stay with friendly staff, great vegan-friendly food, and the unforgettable bonus of seeing the Nor
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay at Wilderness Hotel Muotka and would absolutely recommend it. Our room was spacious and beautifully designed, making it a perfect place to relax after a day of activities. The welcome we received was warm, and throughout our stay the staff were consistently friendly and helpful.

One of the highlights for us was the food. The meals were delicious, and we really appreciated how accommodating the kitchen was with vegan options. The chef kindly adapted dishes of our choice into vegan versions, which made dining such a pleasure and completely stress-free.

To top it all off, we were lucky enough to see the Northern Lights directly from our cabin — an unforgettable experience! This hotel made our trip truly special.

Cons:

Nothing !

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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travis • couple • us
9
I would recommend the location to anyone who wants to visit the Artic Circle.
Pros:

the location and ease of use of services...the meals were part of the fee... the activities especially the dog sled adventure.

Cons:

the bed was two single beds press together to make a Kind Bed...the mattresses slid apart throughout the night.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • it
10
2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Luisa • family_with_children • it
10
Vacanza magica
Pros:

Ho amato tutto:
-personale molto gentile e disponibile
-buffet con vasta scelta (carne, pesce, piatti vegetariani, c'è il latte d'avena a colazione e molti piatti sono senza lattosio, ma per intolleranze o diete basta riferirlo)
-struttura molto bella, in legno, nella natura, nel silenzio
-souvenir che ho preferito a quelli dei negozi di Saariselka (glogi, marmellate, addobbi di Natale, peluche....)
-attivitá tipiche della Lapponia (husky, renne, motoslitte, sauna e lago ghiacciato, bici...insomma nulla da invidiare alle altre attività locali)
-transfer dall'aeroporto (pagamento extra)
-slittini per
le valigie
-c'è un'area bookcrossing ed è possibile chiedere in prestito giochi da tavolo

Cons:

Niente

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Oleg • couple • de
10
ВЕСЬ ПЕРСОНАЛ ПОЛНОСТЬЮ БЫЛ ЗАБОТЛИВЫЙ К НАМ !!!
Pros:

НАМ ВСЁ ПОНРАВИЛОСЬ ПОЛНОСТЬЮ !!!

Cons:

НЕ БЫЛО ТАКОГО ЧТОБЫ НЕ ПОНРАВИЛОСЬ !!!

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Dave • couple • au
10
One of the most enjoyable wilderness retreats we have experienced
Pros:

The hotel is ideally situated to enjoy winter activities and of course see the northern lights. Its location, away from the main road, is great for a nature experience.

Cons:

This is a well managed and organised hotel and hard to find any faults.

2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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ANGELO • couple • it
10
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Gael • family_with_children • fr
6
Malgré tout nous avons très bien mangé et nous avons aimé l’emplacement
Pros:

Vraiment idéal pour une immersion. Loin de tout mais possibilité de se restaurer et de faire des activités

Cons:

Pour le prix il manquait des équipements comme une machine à café ou des chaussons. Nous avons pris un chalet Aurora. Le sol n’étais pas fait et comme nous n’avions pas de chaussons c’était particulier.. présence de toile d’araignée.
Pour les chalets ouverts penser qu’il faudra veiller tard pour voir les Aurores et qu’il n’y aura pas possibilité de fermer les vitres donc vous serez réveillé par la lumière du jour très tôt…

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee