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Star Arctic Hotel

Ski-in/ski-out hotel with a restaurant

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
The price is SAR 1,249
SAR 1,424 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 January 2025

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View Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

View Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Day bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30.0 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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View Suite with Sauna | Living area | Flat-screen TV

View Suite with Sauna

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Sauna
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 36.4 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Aurora Cabin | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Aurora Cabin

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Heated bathroom floor
  • 20 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Trundle Beds

About the neighborhood

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Ylämajantie 1, Saariselka, Lapland, 99830

What's nearby

  • Saariselkä Ski Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Saariselkä Sport Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Kaunispään Tower - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pyhan Paavalin Chapel - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Ruijanpolku - 8 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Ivalo (IVL) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaunispään Huippu Oy - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Scan Burger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Muossi Grilli - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Laavu - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Suomen Latu Kiilopää - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Star Arctic Hotel

Eco-certified hotel in the mountains
Take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a fireplace in the lobby at Star Arctic Hotel. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this hotel offering ski-in/ski-out access and ski storage. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the spa tub. The on-site Scandinavian cuisine restaurant, Restaurant Kaunis, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a banquet hall
  • Wedding services, a gift shop, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All 57 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and showers
  • Balconies or patios, travel cribs, and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Finnish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant Kaunis

Things to do

  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Ski storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Nature reserve
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated floor (bathroom)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

Outdoor space

  • Balcony or patio

More

  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 75 per room (one-way)
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per night
  • 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

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Star Arctic Hotel Saariselka
Star Arctic Saariselka
Star Arctic
Star Arctic Hotel Finland/Saariselka
Star Arctic Hotel Hotel
Star Arctic Hotel Saariselka
Star Arctic Hotel Hotel Saariselka

Frequently asked questions

Is Star Arctic Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Star Arctic Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Star Arctic Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Star Arctic Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Star Arctic Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM–10:00 PM on request. A fee of EUR 75 per room applies.

Where is Star Arctic Hotel located?

Located in the mountains, this Saariselka hotel offers ski-in/ski-out access and is within a 5-minute walk of Saariselkä Ski Resort, Saariselkä Sport Resort, and Kaunispään Tower. Pyhan Paavalin Chapel and Urho Kekkonen National Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Star Arctic Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 204 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived during an extreme weather warning. The snowplough was able to support us to get into the car park. When we arrived, we've had a long journey and the receptionist was absolutely wonderful and offered to carry our bags to our cabin. We ate in the restaurant and it was the best meal I've ever eaten in my life. The service was next to Nunn, the waitress and waiter was so attentive And it really made us feel the ease given that we've had a very tricky drive from Levi. The location was absolutely beautiful and was magical. The cabin was kept perfectly warm for when we arrived, and the quality of everything in the cabin was beautiful. We had slippers, fluffy towels, toothbrushes kits . The views were stunning. Sadly, we never got to see the Northern Lights but still sleeping under snowy sky and waking up to Winter Wonderland was magical. The whole experience felt like luxury and after what I can only describe as a terrifying drive it was lovely to be met with such wonderful service and such comfort. The breakfast was absolutely outstanding and the quality of food was out of this world. There was none alcoholic sparkling wine on the breakfast bar to be able to have for breakfast the most amazing smoked salmon and there was such a variety, I couldn't fault the hotel in any area. My partner, however, would tell you that the breakfast needed baked beans. However, this in Norway impacted how lovely our day was Lori, ferried driver in the snow from the uk
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Adrian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely cabins.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Wei Ren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

STUART

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Arctic adventure
An amazing Hotel in a great set in a great position with great trips organised.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great experience
My stay at Star Arctic Hotel was one of the best experiences I had. I stayed the glass ceiling cabin which was very cozy and very clean. The staff was very hospitable and attending, they go above and beyond to help you especially Hanna. I would definitely recommend this hotel to my family and friends.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Genevieve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really positive stay and we loved the room except for a few negatives: Tv is positioned way too high up to the ceiling. We could hear the neighbors in our room in the morning. Stairs up to the bed kind of almost damgerous Lobby is disappointing, only one couch to sit by the fire

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic sauna rooms
We had a great time at this hotel. Our room had a private sauna, which we used several times and really enjoyed. The room was large and comfortable. The hotel itself is located outside of town and a little confusing to get to the first time (especially as it gets dark very early). It's also a higher elevation than the area around it to try and increase Northern Lights viewing. We actually found that did not help us see the Lights, as there was often a lot of fog which blocked the lights. But it wasn't hard for us a drive a short distance for better viewing. The staff was varied. Several went out of their way to be helpful and give advice/suggestions. One or two seemed like we were bothering them when asking questions. Breakfast had a lot of options, but we found the food bland. All in all, we really enjoyed this hotel and would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Excellent hotel overall. We had the Aurora Cabin. Rooms are extremely comfortable and well thought out. Heated floors, comfortable bed, heated windows for the night sky view. Bathroom well designed. Breakfast is included and there’s plenty to choose from : the usual toast and spreads, cereal, hot food (eggs/bacon/sausages etc), yogurt with plenty of toppings, cheeses and cold cuts, fruit and desserts. Plenty of hot drinks on the machine to choose from and the hot choc was great! Dinner at Kaunis was excellent and well worth trying. Staff extremely polite and friendly. 30 min walk to Saariselka town in the snow. I suggest renting a car. No complaints here and we are already planning our next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good except lack of snow made us cancel the dogsleding
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eyal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great say! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Morten

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ozlem Burcak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Mohamed

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mathieu

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant had good and authentic food options. Resort is at a good place to see the northern lights.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nalin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property! A perfect location if one wants to see the Northern Lights, especially with the glass roofed bedroom. Perfect breakfast! Perfect staff! The door of the room was a bit loose and with the very powerful (and apparently uncharacteristic) winds in the area, the door kept squeaking throughout the night. The noise of the wind was very loud in the room. It would be nice to finish the pavement outside the rooms or between adjoining rooms perhaps. But, overall amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yu Chun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Janne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotelli upealla paikalla ja henkilökunta erittäin ystävällistä. Aamiaiset ja ruoka hyvää. Kaikki toimi moitteettomasti. Ainoa miinus oli, että expedian varaus aurora mökistä oli kääntynyt hotellilla normaali huoneeksi ja ehdimme tyhjentää tavarat sisään ennenkuin kävin kysymässä asiasta. Saimme kuitenkin heti vaihdettua uuteen paikkaan.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

YEONKYUNG

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The aurora cabins were great, and the staff was very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant hotel, we went for the northern lights and skiing and found the hotel to be a perfect choice. It was approx 50metres to the perfect place to see the northern lights and the ski lift was a similar distance or you could take the toboggan slide which was a lot of fun. Breakfasts were brilliant and rooms really well stocked with a microwave / fridge and hob. Heated cupboards for drying clothes after the slopes! Evening meal was lovely although the menu didn’t change (only 5 items to pick from) so might be worth trying a trip into the town centre which is 2.6km away. Excellent for kids too! Great place would go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Hannah, Nottingham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the hotel, we stayed in an aurora cabin, it was nice, cute, and it was lovely over looking the snow from bed, the stars were amazing. I’m not sure if you’d get to see the northern lights from there, definitely not as well as in a trip as there’s a bit of light pollution from cars and you get a reflection from the neighbours cabin if their light is on. But the hotel was lovely and a great location, you’re at the top of the ski lift, so you can sledge into town or to the ski resort to hire skis and a lift pass. We had a great stay thankyou
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Visiting Lapland
We were visiting Saariselka for a Wedding and chose to stay at Star Arctic. The location of the hotel gives amazing views and is situated at the top of the ski slope, allowing you to ski, toboggan or take the ski lift down to the town. Walking down/up however takes around 35 mins. We felt the hotel could have provided a shuttle bus service into the town as the hotel only has one restaurant with quite a restricted menu. There is only one other restaurant close to the hotel (2 minutes walk) however this closes at 5pm with the Ski slope and not an option for dinner. The room was a good size, well presented and clean. There were 2 days however where towels were not changed and house keeping did not make up the room. The stairs that take you up to the bedroom are extremely steep and narrow, which may make it inaccessible for older people or dangerous for children. The buffet breakfast provided was nice but again quite limited in terms of choice. The staff were knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. The excursion we did was the Aurora Snowmobile Hunting, which was really great and would definitely recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020