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Arctic Light Hotel

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Luxury
1.401298464324817E-45 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Elegant escape near Santa Claus village

Beautifully designed and centrally located, this boutique hotel offers easy access to downtown restaurants, the Arktikum, and the Santa Claus village. Delight in a private sauna, gluten-free breakfast options, and spacious, well-appointed rooms for a truly memorable stay.

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Bar

Room options

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Magic Double | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Magic Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Arctic Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Arctic Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Aurora Loft Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Aurora Loft Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Polar Double with sauna | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Polar Double with sauna

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Sauna
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Polar Double Room | Living area | LED TV

Polar Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Christmas Cabin | Living area | LED TV

Christmas Cabin

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Suite | City view

Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Magic Twin | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Magic Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Day bed
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Aurora Loft Mini | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Aurora Loft Mini

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Polar room, street view | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Polar room, street view

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Valtakatu 18, Rovaniemi, 96200

What's nearby

  • Lordi's Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Revontuli Shopping Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Lapland - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Santa Claus Village - 5 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Ounasvaara - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Rovaniemi Station - 6 min drive
  • Rovaniemi (RVN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hostel Café Koti - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Roy Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rovaniemen Oluthuone - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Turkinpippuri - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kauppayhtiö - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Arctic Light Hotel

Boutique hotel near Lordi's Square
Located close to Jätkänkynttilä (Lumberjack's Candle Bridge) and Revontuli Shopping Center, Arctic Light Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage or other spa services. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Arctic Restaurant, the on-site restaurant. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a 24-hour gym.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Multilingual staff, a banquet hall, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 57 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • LED TVs with premium channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Arctic Restaurant
  • Plan B

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Spa

  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per accommodation, per day
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
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 100 per vehicle
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per accommodation, per day
  • 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Arctic Light Hotel Rovaniemi
Arctic Light Hotel
Arctic Light Rovaniemi
Arctic Light Hotel Rovaniemi, Finland - Lapland
Arctic Light Hotel Hotel
Arctic Light Hotel Rovaniemi
Arctic Light Hotel Hotel Rovaniemi

Frequently asked questions

Is Arctic Light Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 15 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Arctic Light Hotel?

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

What time is check-in at Arctic Light Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Arctic Light Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Arctic Light Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 100 per vehicle applies.

Where is Arctic Light Hotel located?

Situated near the airport, this boutique hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Lordi's Square, Revontuli Shopping Center, and Jätkänkynttilä (Lumberjack's Candle Bridge). Lappia House and University of Lapland are also within 2 mi (3 km). Rovaniemi Station is 23 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Arctic Light Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 831 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing, room and hotel was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauretta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed so much the place. So nice welcoming and the beds were super comfortable and the room big with all you need and great style. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent summer stay at the Arctic Light Hotel. Highlight for us was certainly the breakfast each morning. Service, cleanliness, and location were all perfect. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the sauna suite. The staff was very helpful and attentive. The dinner at the restaurant was outstanding and the breakfast was one of the best buffet breakfasts that I’ve ever experienced!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maksim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberto Calixto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is close to the center , easy to go to the main attraction, the personal of the hotel are so attentive
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRYAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We recently stayed at Arctic Light Hotel for our first trip to Finland and Rovaniemi, and it was such a beautiful experience. The room was spacious, comfortable, and exactly what we needed for a relaxing stay. Wi-Fi worked great, and check-in was quick and easy. The front desk staff were incredibly kind, they even provided us with a wall outlet converter we didn’t have and let us know we’d been upgraded, which was such a thoughtful touch. The entire stay felt peaceful and quiet, which made it the perfect setting for a summer holiday. Every interaction with the hotel staff was warm and welcoming, and we were always greeted with kindness. After long days exploring the city and everything Rovaniemi has to offer, it was so nice to come back to a place that felt calm, cozy, and cared for. Truly grateful for the hospitality. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel centrally located
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a suite with a sauna and balcony and loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDRA

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We highly recommend the Artic Light hotel. Perfectly located and well-staffed. The restaurant is outstanding and the amenities were delightful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice boutique hotel. Wonderful daily breakfast included in our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Very nice spacious room. Great staff. Very helpful. Easy check in. Great breakfast. A first class hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel in Rovaniemi

One night stay in Rovaniemi. Very attentive and friendly staff. I wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top spot to stay in Rovaniemi!

Great stay, cool & funky decor, good staff, great manager, awesome restaurant, best location, fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, great restaurant for the evening and awesome breakfast buffet. The hotel staff are very friendly. We booked another night here since we liked it so much.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was amazing. Worth every penny!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

emmett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An incredible experience, Aug 26th, great staff, great ambience, food was par excellence — ROOMS were great AC, it was 0ver 60 Fahrenheit — And the Sauna in the room, what a delight - even for an American. The Interior architecture is SUPERB! It belongs in the top notch of hotels !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Book it- absolutely amazing.

Beautiful hotel in the middle of Rovaniemi. Service was amazing (Mark at the front desk and our server at dinner were OUTSTANDING). Everyone was extremely helpful, the hotel was chic yet comfortable and It was the largest room we have stayed in Europe. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Calm and joyfull

Our first stay in Rovaniemi and we found the Arctic Light Hotel, and its staff, to be a delight. Wonderful calm and clean room. Fantastic breakfast and excellent restaurant. We will absolutely return
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property and extremely good service . They even allowed earlier than scheduled breakfast to fit our flight schedule . The breakfast was well above average .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

ATHANASIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely nothing we can fault about this property. The staff is what makes this hotel special. Max at reception is exceptional and an asset to this business. He was a standout and genuinely wants to assist and provide anything you may require. Memorable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

June 2024 visit

This hotel is a lovely place to stay at. Cozy sitting areas to have a glass of wine before retiring for the night. Helpful front desk staff. The parking lot is small, behind the hotel, but there is one. The breakfast is a dream, so much to choose from. My room and bathroom were clean and well supplied with needed products. I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was everything I expected
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a polar deluxe room which was very spacious & comfortable. The bedding & pillows were great. All staff were extremely friendly. A shoutout to Joni & Mark on reception for making our stay so enjoyable. We were disappointed with the breakfast - it seemed to offer a lot but nothing quite complete - it was just odd to us but I note others have written reviews liking it. We dined at the Arctic restaurant each night. We found the food there to be excellent. We particularly enjoyed the beef tenderloin dish. We definitely recommend the restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A comfortable stay in Rovaniemi

The Arctic Light proved to be the right place for a two-day stay in Rovaniemi, in the middle of the downtown area with plenty of restaurants, cafes, and touristy shops. I also enjoyed dinner with a friend in the hotel's restaurant and tasted one of the reindeer meat offerings. I very much appreciated a discount on dinner as long as I charged it to my room (I don't know if that was a temporary offer or not, but I certainly used it.) Nothing negative to report, though I suppose I have to wonder about the very strange see-through bathroom door which functions like a two-way mirror. I'm not sure whose design that was, but it seemed a little kinky. I'm glad I was there with a good friend who found it funny. It could have been embarrassing otherwise. The Arktikum museum is within walking distance and that was a fun experience as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

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