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Star Arctic Hotel

Slopeside fun with restaurant and bar/lounge

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

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Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Day bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Sauna
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 388 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Aurora Cabin

Aurora Cabin

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 215 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Trundle Beds

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About the area

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Ylämajantie 1, Saariselka, Lapland, 99830

What's nearby

  • Saariselkä Ski Resort - 1 min walk
  • Saariselkä Sport Resort - 1 min walk
  • Kaunispään Tower - 3 min walk
  • Pyhan Paavalin Chapel - 4 min drive
  • Ruijanpolku - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Ivalo (IVL) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaunispään Huippu Oy - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Scan Burger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Muossi Grilli - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Laavu - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Suomen Latu Kiilopää - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Star Arctic Hotel

Eco-certified hotel in the mountains
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Star Arctic Hotel. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this hotel offering ski-in/ski-out access and ski storage. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. The on-site Scandinavian cuisine restaurant, Restaurant Kaunis, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), concierge services, and a nature reserve
  • A front-desk safe, a banquet hall, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All 57 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and showers
  • Balconies or patios, travel cribs, and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Finnish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant Kaunis

Things to do

  • Sauna
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2017
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 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); 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 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10 per pet, per night
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

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 75 per room (one-way)
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per night
  • 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Star Arctic Hotel Saariselka
Star Arctic Saariselka
Star Arctic
Star Arctic Hotel Finland/Saariselka
Star Arctic Hotel Hotel
Star Arctic Hotel Saariselka
Star Arctic Hotel Hotel Saariselka

Frequently asked questions

Is Star Arctic Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Star Arctic Hotel?

As of Feb 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Star Arctic Hotel on Mar 18, 2025 start from CA $403.05, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Star Arctic Hotel?

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

What time is check-in at Star Arctic Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Star Arctic Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Star Arctic Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM–10:00 PM on request. A fee of EUR 75 per room applies.

Where is Star Arctic Hotel located?

Located in the mountains, this Saariselka hotel offers ski-in/ski-out access and is within a 5-minute walk of Saariselkä Ski Resort, Saariselkä Sport Resort, and Kaunispään Tower. Pyhan Paavalin Chapel and Urho Kekkonen National Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Star Arctic Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 214 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Such a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Stayed here twice already and will be back again! Service, restaurant, location and activities are at the top!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shengnan

The hotel is very well designed (We saw perfect northern light on the 2nd night). Really appreciated the thoughtfulness of the facilities, friendly and efficient staff, excellently organised activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Bobby

This is a premium hotel, located atop a hill with amazing views, offering accommodations and a myriad of activities for both couples and families. We had a room with sauna which was well worth it after a cold day full of activities. We area arranged 6 activities via the hotel. Our favorites were day and evening snowmobiling, huskies and snowshoing. There also is a ski slop and tobogganing up hill from the hotel. Take advantage of those. Last but not last, the staff were very attentive, friendly, and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Himanshu

Dinner options could have been a little better. All else was great at the property....5 stars!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Adrian

Lovely cabins.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriele

Best resort in Lapland
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

STUART

Arctic adventure
An amazing Hotel in a great set in a great position with great trips organised.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

great experience
My stay at Star Arctic Hotel was one of the best experiences I had. I stayed the glass ceiling cabin which was very cozy and very clean. The staff was very hospitable and attending, they go above and beyond to help you especially Hanna. I would definitely recommend this hotel to my family and friends.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eyal

It was a great say! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori

We arrived during an extreme weather warning. The snowplough was able to support us to get into the car park. When we arrived, we've had a long journey and the receptionist was absolutely wonderful and offered to carry our bags to our cabin. We ate in the restaurant and it was the best meal I've ever eaten in my life. The service was next to Nunn, the waitress and waiter was so attentive And it really made us feel the ease given that we've had a very tricky drive from Levi. The location was absolutely beautiful and was magical. The cabin was kept perfectly warm for when we arrived, and the quality of everything in the cabin was beautiful. We had slippers, fluffy towels, toothbrushes kits . The views were stunning. Sadly, we never got to see the Northern Lights but still sleeping under snowy sky and waking up to Winter Wonderland was magical. The whole experience felt like luxury and after what I can only describe as a terrifying drive it was lovely to be met with such wonderful service and such comfort. The breakfast was absolutely outstanding and the quality of food was out of this world. There was none alcoholic sparkling wine on the breakfast bar to be able to have for breakfast the most amazing smoked salmon and there was such a variety, I couldn't fault the hotel in any area. My partner, however, would tell you that the breakfast needed baked beans. However, this in Norway impacted how lovely our day was Lori, ferried driver in the snow from the uk
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

All good except lack of snow made us cancel the dogsleding
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Genevieve

Really positive stay and we loved the room except for a few negatives: Tv is positioned way too high up to the ceiling. We could hear the neighbors in our room in the morning. Stairs up to the bed kind of almost damgerous Lobby is disappointing, only one couch to sit by the fire

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Excellent
Excellent hotel overall. We had the Aurora Cabin. Rooms are extremely comfortable and well thought out. Heated floors, comfortable bed, heated windows for the night sky view. Bathroom well designed. Breakfast is included and there’s plenty to choose from : the usual toast and spreads, cereal, hot food (eggs/bacon/sausages etc), yogurt with plenty of toppings, cheeses and cold cuts, fruit and desserts. Plenty of hot drinks on the machine to choose from and the hot choc was great! Dinner at Kaunis was excellent and well worth trying. Staff extremely polite and friendly. 30 min walk to Saariselka town in the snow. I suggest renting a car. No complaints here and we are already planning our next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Fantastic sauna rooms
We had a great time at this hotel. Our room had a private sauna, which we used several times and really enjoyed. The room was large and comfortable. The hotel itself is located outside of town and a little confusing to get to the first time (especially as it gets dark very early). It's also a higher elevation than the area around it to try and increase Northern Lights viewing. We actually found that did not help us see the Lights, as there was often a lot of fog which blocked the lights. But it wasn't hard for us a drive a short distance for better viewing. The staff was varied. Several went out of their way to be helpful and give advice/suggestions. One or two seemed like we were bothering them when asking questions. Breakfast had a lot of options, but we found the food bland. All in all, we really enjoyed this hotel and would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

hiroyuki

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

chen

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jannik

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

KANAKO

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

JONGMIN

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

10/10 Excellent

Vivien

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Onsite Restaurant/Bar & Beautiful Rooms
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
4.0