Lapland is Finland’s ultimate winter wonderland, offering everything from the Northern Lights to reindeer herds and even a visit to Santa Claus. Whether you're looking for budget-friendly options, luxurious retreats, or family-friendly hotels, Lapland has it all. Stay in Rovaniemi, the gateway to Santa’s village, for design hotels or cosy family accommodations. For ski resorts and Arctic adventures, check out areas like Levi or Ylläs. Don’t miss out on unique stays in Kemi if you’re arriving by icebreaker cruise!

Lapland offers a mix of natural beauty and cultural experiences, with vast forests, swamps, and gently sloping fells. It’s a prime location for Nordic skiing, trekking, and hiking, especially in areas like the Oulanka and Pyhä-Luosto National Parks. Winter is popular for skiing and the Aurora Borealis, while the summer brings the Midnight Sun to Rovaniemi.

Key attractions include the Siida Museum in Inari, where visitors can learn about the Sámi people and the region’s ecology, and the Arktikum Museum in Rovaniemi, which explores both Sámi culture and the Arctic. Rovaniemi is also home to the Santa Claus Village, a year-round Christmas destination with Arctic activities.

Our pick of the best places to stay in Lapland are fabulous spots to get back in touch with nature, whatever the season.

The Best Places to Stay in Lapland

To get close to Nature

• Kakslauttanen offers a magical Arctic escape with glass igloos and cosy log cabins. Perfect for adventure seekers, families, and Northern Lights chasers. Tucked away in Urho Kekkonen National Park, it's the ultimate Christmas getaway and Santa's home!
• Boasting traditional log cabin accommodation with chic, boutique interiors and top-notch regional cuisine, Javri is a splendid country retreat. With stunning walking trails surrounding the property it's ideal for active and romantic getaways.
• Nestled on a fell in Finnish Lapland, Hotel Iso-Syote blends rustic charm with modern comfort. You can expect cosy log interiors, hearty meals, saunas, and endless outdoor adventures. Great for fans of nature and winter scenery.
• Sleep under the stars in a glass-roofed igloo at Ranua Resort Arctic Igloos, surrounded by reindeer and the mesmerising Northern Lights. An authentic Arctic experience that brings you closer to nature.
• Snuggled in the Arctic wilds, the glass-domed igloos at Golden Crown Levin Iglut offer Nordic elegance, hot tubs, and a restaurant serving local flavours, making it the perfect blend of luxury and nature.
• The Arctic Treehouse Hotel boasts sleek cabins with stunning forest views, minimalist Scandinavian design, and cosy touches like wood, furs, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Enjoy an exceptional restaurant, bar, and sauna in this perfect blend of nature and luxury.

Prefer An Apartment Or Villa?

• If you think you'd prefer the privacy of a self-catering option then browse through the wide variety available online with our partner Booking.com.

Travel Information

• If you're in Lapland to ski then you need to come in the winter months. Be warned, though, that the average temperature in January and February is around -10°C!  If, on the other hand, you're here to hike, then May to September is probably your best bet.
• There are a number of airports in Lapland: Kittilä Airport, Rovaniemi Airport, Ivalo Airport, Enontekiö Airport, Kemi-Tornio Airport and Kuusamo Airport. From the airport, you can take the bus or the train on to your final destination, unless of course it's fairly remote. Speak to your hotel about arranging a pick-up in advance.
• If you need to hire a car, we recommend you visit our online partner Rentalcars.

Still not sure?

• Expand your search to include all our recommendations in Finland.
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