Vaattunki Wilderness Resort

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Scored 9
Rated superb

Staff

9.3

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Surrounded by nature and hiking trails, Vaattunki Wilderness Resort is located 24 km from Rovaniemi city centre. Set in the Arctic Circle hiking region, it is also possible to watch The Northern Lights from this property. Guests can choose from chalets, huts and guest rooms. The two-bedroom chalet provides a private sauna, bathroom and small kitchenette. Panorama Huts provide fridge and private bathroom and in guest rooms bathrooms are either shared or private. At Vaattunki Wilderness Resort you will find sauna and outdoor jacuzzi for private use which are bookable when the resort is open during the winter season. Meals can be pre-ordered from the property while shuttle service is also bookable. Santa Claus Village - Main Post Office is located 16 km away and Arktikum Science Centre is 24 km from the property. Rovaniemi Airport is 18 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Cot available on request

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Wendy
Australia Australia
“I liked the isolation, lots of space and location! Very private and quiet. Beautiful scenery, reminded me of Narnia, going through the wardrobe into magical enchanting land. I liked that we could go for long or short walks”
Glen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We stayed in an Aurora Igloo and overall our stay was amazing. The Igloo accommodation was unique, modern and perfect position to see the Northern Lights. There were fantastic wilderness trails and amazing scenery, and the location was not too far...”
Abi
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely private cabin. Had all the facilities we needed. Really enjoyed the large window with lovely forrest view.”
Teresa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The resort is newly refurbished and is amazing - very luxurious and lots of windows to see the views - I had a riverside suite which gave perfect views .. very spacious too - had its own jacuzzi and sauna - added bonus .. robes/ slippers - coffee...”
Yasmin
Ireland Ireland
“Spacious modern clean rooms, excellent food and close to everything we needed. Lovely nature location”
Amy-yin
Ireland Ireland
“One of the best resorts we stayed. Highly recommended”
Enya
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Brilliant variety and quality of activities on site, warm, comfortable accommodation- we loved the fully stocked fire pits for cooking our own food and enjoying the outdoors!”
Kian
Malaysia Malaysia
“The resort is located in the magical winter forest. Arctic Circle Hiking area is just across a river behind the breakfast restaurant. After our delicious breakfast in the cozy restaurant we went straight for a hiking with beautiful winter landscape.”
Roisin
Ireland Ireland
“This hotel is lovely set in a lovely and peace area away from the town with everything you need close by. The hotel will run a shuttle to the town and Santa Claus village to save on taxis.”
Yeliz
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location is stunning. Set by a lake and nature walk. It’s like a fairytale. The food was impressive with a variety of choices including fish, lamb and veggie options. Even breakfast was extensive which I don’t usually expect from Northern...”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Niva Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Local • European
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Vaattunki Wilderness Resort takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
€ 35 per stay
4 - 16 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 100 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the reception is closed during the summer season. After booking, you will receive check-in instructions from Vaattunki Wilderness Resort via email.

Please note that the property cannot be reached by public transportation.

There is an additional charge to use the sauna and jacuzzi for the Winter season until 31.03.2025:

EUR 45, per 45 minutes for only sauna or EUR 90, per 90 minutes for sauna and jacuzzi

Please inform Vaattunki Wilderness Resort in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.