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Hippu

3.5 star property
Ski-in/ski-out apartment with free ski shuttles

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sauna, Courtyard View | Interior
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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sauna, Courtyard View | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Located close to Ruka Ski Area and Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill, Hippu provides a terrace and a sauna. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this apartment offering ski-in/ski-out access, a free ski shuttle, and downhill skiing. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 667 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking included

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hippu

Ski-in/ski-out apartment with free ski shuttles
With direct access to the slopes, this apartment makes guests feel at home with amenities like a sauna, ski storage, and complimentary wireless internet access. The apartment boasts a fireplace and a heated floor, while offering a washing machine and a kitchen. Guests will appreciate conveniences like a refrigerator and a microwave, while a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment. Housekeeping is available on request.
This apartment offers 2 accommodations with fireplaces and DVD players. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. Accommodations at this 3.5-star apartment have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with hydromassage showerheads, bidets, and hair dryers.

This Kuusamo apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the apartment include ski-in/ski-out access and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Cross-country skiing on site
  • Downhill skiing on site
  • Free ski shuttle
  • Ski area nearby
  • Ski equipment rentals nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Ski lifts nearby
  • Ski runs nearby
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free ski shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Fireplace gate
  • High chair
  • Travel crib

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Heated floor
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Deck/patio
  • Terrace
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Fee: EUR 15 per accommodation per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Food and water bowls

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Cross-country skiing
  • Downhill skiing
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Snowshoeing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Outdoor lighting
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 2 units
  • Built in 1997
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual furnishings

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of EUR 125 at check-out
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an SMS or email with special check-in instructions and lock box codes prior to their arrival.
Please note that guests must clean the accommodations upon departure using the cleaning supplies provided by the property. The property offers a cleaning service (surcharge) for those who do not wish to clean the accommodations themselves.
The minimum check-in age is 23 on Christmas, New Year's Eve, Easter, and Midsummer Saint John's Day.

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

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

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping fee: EUR 125 per stay; may vary based on length of stay
  • Bed sheets fee: EUR 23 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Hippu Apartment Rukatunturi
Hippu Apartment
Hippu Apartment Kuusamo
Hippu Kuusamo
Apartment Hippu Kuusamo
Kuusamo Hippu Apartment
Apartment Hippu
Hippu Apartment
Hippu Kuusamo
Hippu Apartment
Hippu Apartment Kuusamo

About the neighborhood

Located in Kuusamo, this apartment is in the mountains. Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill and Ruka Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oulanka National Park Visitor Center. Kuusamo Church is another place to visit that comes recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing lessons and ski runs, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and snowshoeing.
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Hiihtäjäntie 3 B, Kuusamo, 93830

What's nearby

  • Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Etutuoli - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Ruka Ski Area - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Valtavaaran Nature Reserve - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Oulanka National Park Visitor Center - 43 min drive - 25.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kuusamo (KAO) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Base - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Piste After Ski - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ravintola Zone - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪RUOK Burger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ski Bistro - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hippu pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 15 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hippu?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hippu?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hippu?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hippu located?

Located in the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out apartment building in Kuusamo is within a 5-minute walk of Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill and Ruka Ski Area and close to winter sports such as skiing lessons and snowshoeing. Kuusamo Church and Oulanka National Park Visitor Center are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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