Santa's Hotel Star Arctic
Front row seats to the Northern Lights from the comfort of this luxury hotel. You can even sleep in a glass cabin under the stars. Exclusive to Santa’s Aurora.
- Superb spot to see the Northern Lights
- Suites and glass cabins with geothermal heating system and large glass windows
- Buffet breakfast & 3-course buffet-style evening meal
- Sauna and outdoor hot tub
Modern rooms taking advantage of the hotel's scenic view
All the rooms have an en-suite shower and toilet, geo-thermal heating system, TV, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities and free Wi-Fi.
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Scenic View Suites (Type A)Rest up on a twin or double bed on the upper floor. There's a sofa-bed for up to 2 children on the lower floor, where the window looks out over the arctic landscape. These suites are 30m².SLEEPS 2-4 -
Glass Cabins (Type B)Sleep under the stars in a cosy cabin. The impressive glass roof means you can gaze at the stars until you drift off, plus it faces north for the best chance of seeing the lights. There's a double bed for you and pull out beds for the children so you look for the Northern Lights together. These cabins are 21m².SLEEPS 2-4 -
Scenic View Suites With Sauna (Type C)These large suites are 36m² and have its own private sauna and a kitchenette with dining table and chairs. The large windows are glorious - look out over the forest and the twinkling lights of Saariselkä.SLEEPS 3-4 -
Aurora Sauna Suites (Type E)Completely brand-new for 2025, these suites offer floor to ceiling windows, facing south for spectacular views over the Saariselkä village and National Park. These suites pamper you with a private sauna and bathtub for maximum relaxation, as well as a shower and separate toilet. There's a queen-sized double bed and 2 extra beds for the children (aged 11 and under).SLEEPS 3-4 -
Scenic View Suites With Sauna (Type D)These large suites are 36m² and have a private sauna and kitchenette with dining table and chairs. The large windows are glorious - look out over the forest and the twinkling lights of Saariselkä. These suites additionally have a put-up bed for children aged 11 or under.SLEEPS 5
A modern hotel designed around the lavish landscape
This modern, elegant hotel never lets you forget the magical world you're exploring. It's at the top of the fell, blending seamlessly into the landscape, with lots of large windows in case the Northern Lights put on a show. Either way, you can look forward to the endless sky, the other-worldly forest, and the twinkling lights of the town.
Without a doubt, it is an ideal choice for families as well. This hotel offers pure comfort and breath-taking views in its luxurious suites. The glass cabins are an option too, where you might wonder where the sky ends and your dreams begin.
The hotel has impressive sustainability credentials, using geothermal heating in the rooms and main building. It’s also powered by renewable energy.
Food and Drink - Half Board Included
When you arrive at the hotel, you'll be welcomed with a delicious afternoon tea which includes soup, sandwiches, cakes, biscuits, tea, and coffee. Then it's time to enjoy your first day in the Arctic, before your Wilderness Dinner.
The hotel restaurant, Restaurant Kaunis, is where you'll be having a buffet breakfast and a 3-course buffet dinner. There's both traditional Finnish dishes and modern cuisines available here, as well as options for the kids. The floor to ceiling windows surround the restaurant so you have every opportunity to look out at the snowy wilderness. The bar is just next to it and is a cosy place to relax with a drink.
On your Search for Santa Day a 2-course buffet lunch is included, and plenty of hot berry juice to keep you warm.
Sauna and Hot Tub
The hotel has two saunas and a hot tub which can be booked for private sessions only. They have large scenic windows to check out the landscape - there’s barely a spot where you don’t feel part of the magic outside.
The larger sauna can fit up to 8 people and there's a terrace with an outdoor hot tub. The smaller sauna is perfect for 1-4 people.
These are bookable at the hotels reception.
Location
It’s approximately 1.5km from the main village in Saariselkä, the best way to get to the village is 40 minutes walk on the snowy path and taxi back uphill.
The pickup for all activities and transfers is from the hotel.
What's included
Everything included in your Santa's Aurora package at Santa's Hotel Star Arctic.
Flights, transfers and half-board accommodation in your choice of four hotels.
A full day of activities including a husky and reindeer ride and a private meeting with Santa - all included as part of your holiday.
We'll provide you with a thermal suit, thermal outdoor boots, woollen socks and thermal mittens to keep warm in snowy Saariselkä.
If you are yet to book, and you find your Santa’s Lapland holiday cheaper elsewhere, we’ll price match it.
Reserve your holiday for just £150 each. Take care of the rest 10 weeks before departure.
Seeing Lapland in the snow is all part of the experience, so if we decide that there’s not enough snow, you can change your travel dates, within the same season, or get a full refund.
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