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Hotel Metsähirvas

Beach hotel with a private beach and free breakfast

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Standard Triple Room | 3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi
Outdoor banquet area
Superior Apartment, Sauna | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker
Property grounds
Sauna
Hotel Metsähirvas provides a comfortable base near the University of Lapland. Guests start their day with complimentary local breakfast before heading to nearby Hiidenkirnut or unwinding in the sauna. The on-site Saihu bistro serves both hearty pizzas and lighter fare for dinner.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • On private beach
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Standard Single Room | 3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
Heated bathroom floor
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe or closet
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | 3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
Heated bathroom floor
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Located on the top floor
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Triple Room | 3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
3 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Day bed
Heated bathroom floor
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Family Studio Suite | 3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Family Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free rollaway/extra beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
Heated bathroom floor
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Family Apartment, Sauna | Living area

Family Apartment, Sauna

Highlights

Soundproofed
3 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Heated bathroom floor
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
  • 99 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Apartment, Sauna | 3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Superior Apartment, Sauna

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Toukolantie 49, Rovaniemi, Hirvas, 97130

What's nearby

  • University of Lapland - 22 min drive - 14.4 miles
  • Lordi's Square - 23 min drive - 15.2 miles
  • Arktikum - 23 min drive - 15.5 miles
  • Hiidenkirnut - 25 min drive - 13.5 miles
  • Ounasvaara - 30 min drive - 17.2 miles

Getting around

  • Rovaniemi Station - 18 min drive
  • Rovaniemi (RVN) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muurolan Peruskoulun Ruokala - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Muurolan Kioski - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nätti Jussin Tupa - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ravintola Pääskynpesä - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tervosilla - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Hotel Metsähirvas

Hotel near University of Lapland
Located close to Hiidenkirnut, Hotel Metsähirvas provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and a firepit. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site pizza bistro, Saihu, offers breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecue grills, and multilingual staff
  • 3 meeting rooms, luggage storage, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Metsähirvas offer amenities such as late night room service, free WiFi, and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heated floors, showers, and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Biosphere, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Lounge
  • Saihu

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • On a private beach
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Late-night room service

More

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from April 1 to May 31:
  • One of the dining venues

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 70.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 8)
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Hotel Metsähirvas Rovaniemi
Metsähirvas Rovaniemi
Metsähirvas
Hotel Metsähirvas Hotel
Hotel Metsähirvas Rovaniemi
Hotel Metsähirvas Hotel Rovaniemi

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Metsähirvas pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 25 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Metsähirvas?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Metsähirvas?

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

What time is check-out at Hotel Metsähirvas?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Hotel Metsähirvas provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 70.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Metsähirvas located?

Located in Rovaniemi, this beachfront hotel is on the riverwalk and within 12 mi (20 km) of University of Lapland, Hiidenkirnut, and Lordi's Square. Pilke Science Centre and Arktikum are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Hotel Metsähirvas Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 388 out of 567 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 567 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 567 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 567 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 567 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eeva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large, clean and well furnished room. Restaurant pizza might have been from frozen package. Outside needs better roads and black top parking lots. Too much junk visible outside and at the waterfront.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

alex

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

Best Stay In Lapland

A very nice and old Hotel with a lot of atmosphere and very serviceminded staff. Beautiful area down to a nice lake.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Apurv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect place for a stay, away from city but very quiet and peaceful..

10/10 Excellent

JESUS RICARDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was a beautiful hotel, the people very kind. They prepared a breakfast box guven that we had the flight very early in the morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harri

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

Great place

Friendly service, the place with interesting history. We got enjoy sauna after 10 pm.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

HYEWON

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

Wonderful place

Very nice cozy clean convenient beautiful place. Staffs are all nice and very friendly too.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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

Great permanence

Our experience is truly positive in this hotel. Our room was comfortable, very friendly and helpful staff, great food, relaxing atmosphere and well organized activities. Only good words and memories in here. Thank you! Sara
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

Rovaniemen paras hotelli

Amazing hotel! Big plus for breakfast, it was absolutely one of the best we've eaten in Finland. Thank you for big variations of vegan and gluten-free options.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Exceeding expectations

What a beautiful hotel. Guests were great. Paula is wow. I will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark

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

excellent

Place looked a bit old from outside but nice surprise upon entering our room lovely updated super nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcoming also for our dog who got treats. Familiar staff. Cozy room, very clean, beds etc comfortable. I would put more towels hooks in the bathroom. And simple website where you find lots of interesting and useful information eas.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

audie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Take some time to drive from city centre but environment is good. Staff here are super nice and helpful. There’s no elevator if room is above 1/F.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed in the 3 bed apartment which was amazing, located just 100m or so from the main hotel. It was well furnished with everything you could possibly need with the bonus of your own private sauna. The food was buffet style and even with 2 children with multiple allergies (milk,soya,oats) the staff went out their way to cook anything if there was nothing or limited things for them to make sure they were included. The staff were very accommodating, polite and friendly. We would love to return and would highly recommend this hotel to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

PETRIZZI DA SILVA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Not what I expected.

Unfortunately I didn't read the reviews more thoroughly. I relied only on the scores alone. A big mistake! Location in itself was not a problem, it's about 20 minutes from city centre but surroundings are beautiful and peaceful. Service is good, but the hotel itself was less than perfect. First and foremost there is NO elevator, soI had to carry a 20 kilo suitcase up to the third floor. Be aware that the hotel is not suitable for people with mobility difficulties as all access is by stairs, including to the breakfast room. Rooms are clean, but the are pretty simple, not soundproof and there is not even a place to put suitcases on. Breakfast is so so but if you want to eat make sure you get there early. At 9:45 and there was no coffee left and no refill, even though breakfast was supposed to be until 10am.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Mikko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hyvä asiakaspalvelu ja ravintolan henkilökunta. Huoneissa heikko äänieristys, äänet muista huoneista ja käytävästä kuuluvat huoneeseen. Muilta osin hotelli oikein viihtyisä.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sami

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

Nice stay with great service

Excellent service and reception. Restaurant and breakfast was very good. Nice fireplace ("Laavu") at beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Satu-Maarit

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

Poissa kaupungin sykkeestä

Paikka mukavasti syrjässä, jos ei välitä keskustan sykkeestä. Kemijoki vieressä, jonne helteellä voi pulahtaa. Kiva paikka, mutta oma huone näillä hellekeleillä turkkasen kuuma, koska huoneessa ei ilmastointia. Sänky ja tyyny kaipaavat updatingia. Muutoin mukava paikka.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sirpa

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

Kokonaisuus

Kyllä tullaan uudestaan 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Minna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ystävällinen palvelu, siistit huoneet, monipuolinen aamiainen, kiva oma uimaranta 😊 Kuuman päivän vuoksi olisi ollut mukavaa saada ikkuna auki yöksi tai ilmastointia merkittävästi kovemmalle. Hyvät sängyt kuitenkin takasivat mukavat yöunet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Sofie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ett hotell med bra service och lugn.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Huoneet olivat siistejä ja mukavia. Palvelu oli hyvää ja yatävällistä. Aamiainen oli maukasta ja monipuolista.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

asn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの皆さんすごく対応が良かった 丁寧な英語は特に、、、、
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Artem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ihana hotelli! Ystävällinen henkilökunta!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joakim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hyvä kokemus
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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