When you a stay at Star Arctic Hotel in Saariselka, you'll be in the mountains, just steps from Saariselkä Ski Resort and Saariselkä Sport Resort. This eco-certified hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Kaunispään Tower and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Pyhan Paavalin Chapel.Show More
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Highlights
Airport pick-up available
Ideal location
Delicious breakfast
Lots to do
Parking available
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Amenities
Skiing
Horse Riding
Hiking
Sauna
Public parkingFree
Airport pick-up
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
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Property Description
When you a stay at Star Arctic Hotel in Saariselka, you'll be in the mountains, just steps from Saariselkä Ski Resort and Saariselkä Sport Resort. This eco-certified hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Kaunispään Tower and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Pyhan Paavalin Chapel.
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4.5/5
Great
Service was excellent as well as all facilities. Extreme good location and views.
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Surroundings
Airport: Ivalo Airport
(27.6 km)
Landmarks: Europe's longest sledding hill
(160m)
Landmarks: Kaunispää Triangulation Tower
(240m)
Landmarks: Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort
(960m)
Landmarks: Kelo-oja Gold Digger's Hut
(1.2 km)
Landmarks: North Village St. Paul's Chapel
(1.2 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
13
View Suite With Sauna Non Smoking
2 Single bed and 1 Sofa bed
36m² | Floor: 1-2
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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8
Scenic View Suite Non Smoking
2 Single bed and 1 Sofa bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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4
Aurora Glass Cabin
1 Queen bed and 2 Sofa bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
TV
Heating
Wi-Fi in room
Daily housekeeping
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Guest Reviews
4.5/5
Great
72 reviews
Verified Reviews
Cleanliness4.5
Amenities4.5
Location4.5
Service4.5
Average for similar properties in Saariselka
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The hotel features well-furnished, modern rooms with private saunas and bike storage. Guests enjoy a wide breakfast buffet, friendly staff, comfortable beds, and a prime location for northern lights viewing and skiing.
Guest User
July 5, 2022
Service was excellent as well as all facilities. Extreme good location and views.
SHAOYI
April 6, 2024
overall:
Definitely the best accommodation in Saariselkä
Geographically located at almost the highest point
We saw the unforgettable Aurora on the first night we stayed 😭🥺
And it’s really obvious! ! ! !
The hotel does not have much unnecessary light pollution
It’s just perfect for taking aurora photos with clear faces.
The room type we booked is a cabin in the building.
Highly recommend everyone to book this room type
The design of the building within the building is really comfortable.
There is also extra space for luggage, so it won’t be too crowded.
Large floor-to-ceiling windows allow you to easily see the entire snow scene
There is also a balcony where you can go out
There are also plastic snowboards to play with outside the door of the room.
Everyone has a smile from the time they check in at the front desk
The service attitude is super good!
After staying two nights we decided to book another night
This time I stayed in a glass house
It’s amazing though!
But I would recommend the cabin more
Oh, there’s more! Be sure to try their sauna
Super big, super comfortable and very reasonably priced
transportation:
I think it is more comfortable to drive by yourself if you come to Saariselkä. Although the ski resort, the entire town and the entire hotel are not far from each other, driving will make traveling much more convenient. It will not be difficult to drive on the way up, and you will see awesome scenery. The view, overall very convenient.
Breakfast: Sufficient portions, all you can eat salmon and various fish, together with beautiful views, the overall experience is very good
Dinner: The hotel provides dinner at the same place in the evening. I personally think it is worth a try. In addition to the atmosphere, the food is also very delicious! It is recommended to dine at sunset, everything is beautiful!
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Guest User
February 2, 2024
Beautiful environment and complete facilities.
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Guest User
October 10, 2023
The room is clean and tidy. It is a small duplex. You can open the window and go out to the small balcony to enjoy the natural scenery and the Aurora. There were reindeer walking early in the morning. The restaurant in the hotel is also good, the scenery is very good, but there is very little food. Reindeer steak is the main food, but the taste is unacceptable to most people. There are few places to eat, drink and play nearby.
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Guest User
February 12, 2024
The hotel knew that we had to catch a flight early in the morning, so they specially prepared sandwiches and drinks for us, which was very considerate.
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Guest User
January 31, 2025
Excursions offered and run by the Star Arctic Hotel These guys are just fabulous when it comes to excursions and activities! We were staying at the Holiday Club but inghams arranged activities with them. We did the Aurora Canpfire, Siberian Huskies Ultimate experience, Snowmobile safariand the Aurora hunt by mini coach ( others still to do inc night Snowmobile Aurora hunt and ice karting) Everyone was so helpful and went out of their way to make the experiences fantastic! Lovely Nora took some and we had amazing help from the lovely lady and gent in the equipment place too. The driver on the Aurora hunt was superb and I can’t fault a thing ( except perhaps the coach was super busy for the Aurora hunt!) Truly magical each experience! Huskies were longer trail than two years ago when we came and far far better! Each trip was slick and well organised! Can’t wait for the last two we are doing in next two days! If you’ve any doubts.. don’t .. just go and do it it’s worth every penny!! Thank you so much star arctic team. Very happy customers here!!
Guest User
January 29, 2025
Star arctic is one of many options in Lapland and in Saariselka specifically that cater to winter enthusiasts and aurora seekers. We stayed in a glass cabin and it was comfortable. We did the reindeer sled, snowmobile three peaks and the car search for the aurora. Star Arctic is VERY organized, Everything ran well. Everything promised was delivered. The Kaunis restaurant was very good. Honestly- the experience was extremely good. Due to a huge snow front- we saw the aurora for only about an hour but we were thrilled with that. The snow mobile was great. The reindeer experience was great thanks to Julius and Hilla. We came away with great pictures and an appreciation of the reindeer culture of the Sami. So- I was already at 5 stars but I left my purse in a chair on the way to the airport and the wonderful receptionist helped find transport for it to airport so I didn't miss my flight. EVERY SINGLE person was committed to excellence at Star Arctic and they actively tried to make everyone's experience positive.
Guest User
January 20, 2025
The attention given by Charlotte and Niina at Reception; Cass and Julia the event booking team; Racine and Kalle, and one other driver; and Maria the waitress in the restaurant was marvellous, each and every one of them went above and beyond to ensure our four day stay was amazing. The room was spotless and very warm with great views, especially the morning sunrise. The food for breakfast, lunch and dinner was delicious with lots of choice. Meals when out on excursions tended to be freshly made home-made soup and bread, salads, and cake with custard. Every excursion was fabulous, exciting and thrilling. From seeing the Northern Lights to Raindeer Hurding, Snowmobiling at night-time and Husky trail riding all in small groups with individual attention; definitely a holiday to make memories. We booked via Vaycay Travel.
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Skiing
Horse Riding
Off-site
Hiking
Sauna
Public parking
Free
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Bar
2 Restaurants
Café
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Taxi booking service
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Bar
2 Restaurants
2 Restaurants
Restaurant Kaunis
Style: A la carte, Buffet
Cuisine: European, International, Mediterranean
Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails
Special dietary options: Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Public (not only for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Public parking
Free
Transportation
Taxi booking service
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Shuttle Bus Service
Additional charge
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Business Services
Wedding Service
Front Desk Services
Tour/Ticket Service
Luggage Storage
Concierge Service
24-Hour Front Desk
Languages Spoken
Finnish
Food & Drink
Café
Bar
Room Service
Lobby Bar
Snack Bar
Public Areas
Elevator
No Smoking in Public Areas
Smoking Area
Gift Shop
Non-Smoking Floor
Central Ventilation System
Vending Machine
Health & Wellness
Sauna
Skiing Gear Storage
Hiking
Skiing
Horse Riding
Off-site
Mountain Biking
Off-site
Ski-in, ski-out resort
Activities
Fishing
Eco Tours
Off-site
Cleaning Services
Clothes Dryer
Facilities for Children
Children's Meals Available
Accessibility
Stair-Free Property Entrance
Visual Alarms In Hallways
Safety & Security
CCTV In Public Areas
First-Aid Kit
Fire Alarm
Access Control System
Fire Extinguisher
Smoke Detector
Security Alarm
Security Personnel
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 14:00
Check-out: Before 12:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, extra beds cannot be added. Cot policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
Breakfast
TypeChinese, Continental, Vegetarian
StyleBuffet
Age
Fee
Adult
Buffet:€50.00 (approx. NZD 91.46) per person
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are allowed on requestAdditional charge
Fee: Contact the property for details
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
Cash
Property Description
Opened: 2017
Renovated: 2024
Number of Rooms: 57
When you a stay at Star Arctic Hotel in Saariselka, you'll be in the mountains, just steps from Saariselkä Ski Resort and Saariselkä Sport Resort. This eco-certified hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Kaunispään Tower and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Pyhan Paavalin Chapel.
Enjoy the convenience of ski-in/ski-out access at this hotel, which also features a spa tub and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and ski storage.
Satisfy your appetite with Scandinavian cuisine at Restaurant Kaunis, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe.
Featured amenities include a safe deposit box at the front desk and a vending machine. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 57 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Star Arctic Hotel?
The check-in time at Star Arctic Hotel is 14:00 and the check-out time is 12:00.
Does Star Arctic Hotel have a swimming pool?
No, Star Arctic Hotel doesn't have a pool.
Are pets allowed at Star Arctic Hotel?
Yes, Star Arctic Hotel is a pet-friendly hotel, but it is best to call ahead to confirm.
Does Star Arctic Hotel provide breakfast?
Yes, guests at Star Arctic Hotel can enjoy breakfast during their stay. Breakfast option(s): Chinese, Continental, Vegetarian.
How much does it cost to stay at Star Arctic Hotel?
Prices at Star Arctic Hotel are subject to change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. To view prices, please search for the dates you wish to stay at the hotel.
Which airport is closest to Star Arctic Hotel?
Ivalo Airport is the closest airport to Star Arctic Hotel, and it is about 23 mins from hotel by car (27.6 km).
What is the cancellation policy for Star Arctic Hotel?
The cancellation policy for Star Arctic Hotel varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.