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Gáldu Hotel & Spa

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At Gáldu Hotel & Spa, you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like snowshoeing and mountain biking at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a garden and a fireplace in the lobby.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Hill view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Forest Haven

  • Park view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Signature Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Signature Suite

  • Hill view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Saariselka, Gáldu Hotel & Spa is in a national park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Urho Kekkonen National Park and Ruijanpolku, while Kultamuseo and Gold Prospector Museum are cultural highlights. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and ski runs, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledding. Visit our Saariselka travel guide
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1 Viskitie, Saariselkä, Lappi, 99830

What's nearby

  • Saariselkä Sport Resort
    Saariselkä Sport Resort
    3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Saariselkä Ski Resort
    Saariselkä Ski Resort
    3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Urho Kekkonen National Park
    Urho Kekkonen National Park
    5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Ruijanpolku
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kaunispään Tower
    8 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Ivalo (IVL)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kaunispään Huippu
    8 min drive
  • Restaurant
    5 min drive
  • Bistro & Café Kuukkeli
    4 min drive
  • Gastropub Giitu
    6 min drive
  • Suomen Latu Kiilopää
    12 min drive

About this property

Gáldu Hotel & Spa

Upscale hotel in a national park
You can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace at Gáldu Hotel & Spa. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like snowshoeing and mountain biking at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a garden and a fireplace in the lobby.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and multilingual staff
  • Smoke-free premises, coworking spaces, and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Gáldu Hotel & Spa have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like late night room service and free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Mountain biking
  • Sauna
  • Snow sports gear
  • Snowshoeing
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 215 square feet of conference space
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 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); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 45 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 45 (one-way)

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses geothermal energy

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Gáldu Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools.

Is Gáldu Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gáldu Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gáldu Hotel & Spa?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Gáldu Hotel & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 45 per person applies.

Where is Gáldu Hotel & Spa located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Ruijanpolku, Saariselkä Sport Resort, and Saariselkä Ski Resort. Urho Kekkonen National Park and Pyhan Paavalin Chapel are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Gáldu Hotel & Spa Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place for relaxation excellent food and to discover Lapland‘s beauty
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was very beautiful and elaborate. Exceptional stay, would definitely recommend. Family owned hotel and the owners went out of the way to help us in any way possible. Loved everything about the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doruntina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Incredible stay - it was just breathtaking - we could see the northern lights from the room. The staff has been incredible. Super professional and nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa was magical. Two sauna rooms and a steam one.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nora, Jermu and Milla were incredible. They made our stay so easy and so special.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jefferson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Adoramos o hotel e principalmente o atendimento, limpo, o restaurante excelente, comemos a melhor sopa de king crab da vida. Tudo perfeito! Vista dos quartos lindas, o spa incrível, Transfer, hotel luxuoso, botique e excelente. Voltaremos muitas outras vezes!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026