Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle

Hotels
8.9 (515 reviews)
Joulumaankuja 8 , Rovaniemi , fi

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Soundproof rooms
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful igloos
Friendly staff
Amazing location
Cons:
High prices
Cleanliness issues
Service inconsistencies

Categories

Cleanliness
7.79
Issues with cleanliness noted, such as hair on pillows.
Service
9.76
Staff received praise for professionalism and friendliness.
Location
9.3
Beautiful location, though some mention of distance to attractions.
Room Quality
8.75
Igloos are beautiful and well-equipped but temperature issues noted.
Amenities
9.78
General sentiment suggests good amenities, though some aspects missed.
Value for Money
8.24
Some reviews suggest the price does not justify the experience.
Food and Beverage
8.29
Mixed feelings about food quality and service at the restaurant.
Overall Experience
9.26
Overall, many guests enjoyed their stay despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 10:34

Property Description

Unique Glass-Roofed Igloos:
Experience a stay like no other at Santa's Igloos, offering stylish glass-roofed igloos near the Arctic Circle. Each igloo provides a cozy retreat with modern amenities, including a private bathroom with a rain shower, sleeping masks, and a flat-screen TV.

Northern Lights Alarms:
Never miss a chance to witness the breathtaking Northern Lights! Each igloo comes equipped with a tablet for guests to contact reception and receive alerts when the aurora borealis graces the night sky.

Ideal Location and Activities:
Conveniently located just 600 meters from Santa Claus Village, Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle is the perfect base for exploring the Lapland Region. Enjoy the midnight sun during summer, go hiking, or cycle in the picturesque surroundings.

Book your magical stay at Santa's Igloos and create unforgettable memories in the Arctic Circle.

Important information:

Breakfast notice: During the summer season (17 June – 31 August 2026) breakfast is not available at the property. Outside this period, a buffet breakfast is included in the room rate.

Huomio aamiaiseen liittyen: Kesäkaudella (17.6.–31.8.2026) majoituspaikassa ei ole saatavilla aamiaista. Muina ajankohtina buffetaamiainen sisältyy huonehintaan.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 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.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for € 25 per person per stay when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 12 years old stay for € 55 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for € 25 per person per stay when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 12 years old stay for € 35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for € 45 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    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

8.9
Based on 515 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.79
Service: 9.76
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 8.75
Amenities: 9.78
Value for Money: 8.24
Food and Beverage: 8.29
Overall Experience: 9.26
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yoshiaki solo_traveller jp
9
2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Pei Yu couple ca
10
2026-05-01 via Nuitee
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Vivien couple sg
10
Best stay
Pros:

Clean. Dinner was delicious! Staff were very attentive, polite & responsive! Would love to be back

Cons:

A free shuttle from heart of Santa Claus village would be nice

2026-04-23 via Nuitee
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AleksandraSaja Family Belgrade
6
Overpriced for the condition
Pros:

We stayed in a Premium Igloo. The heating is very good, which is definitely a plus in this type of accommodation.

However, the overall condition does not match the price or category. Apart from the photogenic corner with the bed under the glass roof, the place feels quite old, worn out, and in need of renovation. Even the mattresses on all three beds were noticeably thinner than in any accommodation we’ve stayed in before, which made them uncomfortable.

A pleasant surprise was that a main course for dinner was included in the price, which we were not aware of when booking. There are also children’s sleds available to use free of charge.

Overall, this is not a place we would return to.

2026-04-15 via Tripadvisor
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Smith solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Room was exceptional. Because of the room type I booked, I was also on the edge facing the trees, which was unbelievable. Beautiful in-room sauna, but it did take a while to heat up to my preferred temperature. Great breakfast and restaurant was nice. Location is top tier - easy walk to Christmas Village.

2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Esteban couple py
10
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Laura couple it
10
Il top l’allerta aurora che ci ha permesso di vivere un sogno
Pros:

Tutto stupendo

Cons:

Nulla

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Duna couple es
10
Pros:

Menjar excepcional, servei molt complet i personal molt agradable.

2026-04-08 via Nuitee
4
4evaLuv-Holidays Couples
8
Great experience, room for improvement
Pros:

Our checkin experience was excellent. Lots of info given by the man that attended to us.
The igloo is comfortable and quiet. There is a bar fridge, kettle, heated ceiling and floor throughout. We didn’t use the aircon due to the heat from the floor and ceiling.
Unfortunately the “fur” blanket placed across the end of the bed was dirty top side and underneath! Disappointing, especially as it is not cheap accommodation.
The bathroom was a good size, but has a design fail as the water runs all over the floor when you shower. Unavoidable.
Breakfast was good, lots of choices. We also enjoyed dinner at their restaurant one night. Lovely efficient friendly service.
Easy walk to Santa’s Village.
Overall I would recommend staying here, great experience and convenient location to the Village.

2026-04-03 via Tripadvisor
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Vijay family_with_children my
9
Pricey but Truly Worth It – Magical Igloo Experience
Pros:

A bit on the pricey side, but absolutely worth the experience. The igloos were spacious, comfortable, and well-designed, making the stay both unique and relaxing.
The staff were very friendly and welcoming, and the breakfast spread was great with plenty of options. We were also pleasantly surprised with a complimentary main course for dinner, which was a nice added touch.
The highlight of our stay was being able to see the Northern Lights right from our igloo on the second night, an unforgettable and magical experience.
Overall, a once-in-a-lifetime stay that I would highly recommend.

Cons:

It would be better if they had buggy to transport guest from igloos to the main reception building. Currently they only have buggy to transport luggage.

2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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Dhanashri family_with_children de
9
Pros:

Room is nice.just like in pics. Very good breakfast.

2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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Terry family_with_children au
10
Great Igloo's
Pros:

Great for access to Santa's Village, we still had snow on the ground (beginning of April) and we had the northern lights. Staff were friendly.

2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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Rupes couple de
9
Overall it was a very good stay. We were informed when aurora appeared.
Pros:

Breakfast was very good with vegan options.
Dinner was also good. Ice-cream was very very tasty.
Chef prepared us a breakfast box as we were checking out early.

Cons:

Only problem was water from shower was flowing towards toilet.

2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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Salvador Vicente couple es
9
Pros:

Las instalaciones y el desayuno :)

Cons:

Tenia una limpieza buena pero mejorable :)

2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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Mobile10687070774 Family
2
Disappointing Stay & Unresponsive Management!
Pros:

My wife and I had a truly disappointing New Year's Eve stay at Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle on December 31, 2025. We experienced discriminatory treatment at the Arctic Eye Restaurant and significant discomfort in our cold Room due to a locked thermostat and lack of information.

We filed a formal complaint on January 9, 2026, detailing these serious service failures. While we received an initial apology and a promise for a thorough investigation on January 12, it has now been months, and despite our follow-up on February 4, 2026, we have received absolutely no substantive response or investigation report from the hotel management.

This complete lack of follow-up demonstrates a profound disregard for guest concerns and a failure to stand by their initial promises. A truly memorable stay, but for all the wrong reasons, made worse by management's silence. Choose this hotel at your own risk if you value customer service and accountability.

2026-04-02 via Tripadvisor
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Bade solo_traveller tr
10
2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Daniela solo_traveller ec
10
2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Tougmpa couple gr
10
Υπέροχο !!!!!
Pros:

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2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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REY-YU family_with_children tw
9
2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Hakan couple tr
8
2026-03-27 via Nuitee