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Northern lights dance above the Sodankylä Old Church during winter, while summer brings the Midnight Sun Film Festival. Rent snowshoes to explore nearby Luosto fell trails, or join local guides for reindeer farm visits in Pyhä.
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Top reviews in Sodankyla
Gáldu Hotel & Spa
Gáldu Hotel & SpaSaariselkä
10/10 Excellent
Gáldu Hotel and Spa is an idyllic spot for a truly relaxing getaway. The food was incredible, and although the location is slightly remote, it hardly matters when the hotel’s facilities are of such a high standard.
Breakfast was next level — a beautifully presented buffet with plenty of choice, alongside freshly prepared hot options. The spa was also a fantastic experience, clearly well maintained and thoughtfully managed.
What really stood out was the staff. Everyone was warm, welcoming, and...
Gáldu Hotel and Spa is an idyllic spot for a truly relaxing getaway. The food was incredible, and although the location is slightly remote, it hardly matters when the hotel’s facilities are of such a high standard.
Breakfast was next level — a beautifully presented buffet with plenty of choice, alongside freshly prepared hot options. The spa was also a fantastic experience, clearly well maintained and thoughtfully managed.
What really stood out was the staff. Everyone was warm, welcoming, and...
Gail
NOA VILLAS Aurora Lapland Resort
NOA VILLAS Aurora Lapland ResortSodankyla
10/10 Excellent
Un soggiorno davvero eccezionale e una delle migliori esperienze della mia vita, lo consiglio vivamente
Un soggiorno davvero eccezionale e una delle migliori esperienze della mia vita, lo consiglio vivamente
Ele
Star Arctic Hotel & Activities
Star Arctic Hotel & ActivitiesSaariselka
10/10 Excellent
Such a great stay!
Such a great stay!
Leslie
Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos
Wilderness Hotel Muotka & IgloosSodankyla
10/10 Excellent
Probably the best hotel / resort I've ever stayed in. We splurged for the Igloo and saw the Northern lights through the glass ceiling on our second night. Food was outstanding, especially considering it was a buffet, but you'd never know it. Staff were all incredible, super friendly, helpful and just some of the kindest people I've met. Will absolutely be back!
Probably the best hotel / resort I've ever stayed in. We splurged for the Igloo and saw the Northern lights through the glass ceiling on our second night. Food was outstanding, especially considering it was a buffet, but you'd never know it. Staff were all incredible, super friendly, helpful and just some of the kindest people I've met. Will absolutely be back!
Kariel
Wilderness Hotel Kieppi
Wilderness Hotel KieppiSaariselkä
10/10 Excellent
Activities, staff, great room
Activities, staff, great room
Rik
Santa's Hotel Aurora & Igloos
Santa's Hotel Aurora & IgloosSodankyla
10/10 Excellent
Glass Igloos and surrounding were amazing! Nice location with Ski resorts, restaurants and bus stops nearby. A bit of walk for Supermarket.
Igloos have all necessary stuff with proper heating. Lots of Finnish varieties in Breakfast. It’s based in Luosto which is a quiet place with wilderness unlike other crowded places which is a huge plus.
Overall enjoyable experience and highly recommended!
Glass Igloos and surrounding were amazing! Nice location with Ski resorts, restaurants and bus stops nearby. A bit of walk for Supermarket.
Igloos have all necessary stuff with proper heating. Lots of Finnish varieties in Breakfast. It’s based in Luosto which is a quiet place with wilderness unlike other crowded places which is a huge plus.
Overall enjoyable experience and highly recommended!
Riya
Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort
Kakslauttanen Arctic ResortSodankyla
10/10 Excellent
Good remote location, tucked away place but the nearest town is only 10km. A lot of fun activities to do if you book in advance at reception, friendly staff and everyone speaks good English so easy to understand the local culture and communicate with people around. We had a great experience and would recommend this place.
Good remote location, tucked away place but the nearest town is only 10km. A lot of fun activities to do if you book in advance at reception, friendly staff and everyone speaks good English so easy to understand the local culture and communicate with people around. We had a great experience and would recommend this place.
Anonymous traveller
Tankavaara Gold Village
Tankavaara Gold VillageSodankyla
10/10 Excellent
All good
All good
Maya
Ski-Inn Kultakero
Ski-Inn KultakeroPyhätunturi
10/10 Excellent
Great place to stay for a ski holiday. Slopes are not crowded, staff is very helpful, room is very nice. Restaurants and ski lifts all in walking distance.
The only thing is that we didn’t receive the room code before we arrived for our late check in.
Great place to stay for a ski holiday. Slopes are not crowded, staff is very helpful, room is very nice. Restaurants and ski lifts all in walking distance.
The only thing is that we didn’t receive the room code before we arrived for our late check in.
Gabriela
Holiday Club Saariselkä Superior Apartments
Holiday Club Saariselkä Superior ApartmentsSaariselka
10/10 Excellent
Perfect location for everything you’d need in saariselka. We stayed in a superior apartment which was fab. Great size for 2 adults and 2 children, with own sauna and drying cabinet which was well used! The apartment was well equipped with essentials such as soap, toilet roll, tea towel etc. cannot fault the apartment at all!
Perfect location for everything you’d need in saariselka. We stayed in a superior apartment which was fab. Great size for 2 adults and 2 children, with own sauna and drying cabinet which was well used! The apartment was well equipped with essentials such as soap, toilet roll, tea towel etc. cannot fault the apartment at all!
Sarah
Northern Lights Village Saariselkä
Northern Lights Village SaariselkäSaariselka
10/10 Excellent
Great place really well run. Super helpful and friendly staff.
We stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023 in cabin 17, which was great. Cabins 1 to 20 are at the northern most edge of the resort, so you have nice views north of trees and the aurora, and not looking at the backs of more cabins.
Top tip, there is a path not shown on the map from opposite cabin 17 direct to reception.
First morning we went to reception and arranged activities for every day with the super helpful staff there – snowmobiling,...
Great place really well run. Super helpful and friendly staff.
We stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023 in cabin 17, which was great. Cabins 1 to 20 are at the northern most edge of the resort, so you have nice views north of trees and the aurora, and not looking at the backs of more cabins.
Top tip, there is a path not shown on the map from opposite cabin 17 direct to reception.
First morning we went to reception and arranged activities for every day with the super helpful staff there – snowmobiling,...
Paul
Kuukkeli Log Houses Teerenpesä - Superior Suite A49
Kuukkeli Log Houses Teerenpesä - Superior Suite A49Saariselka
10/10 Excellent
Beautiful cabin, and the Christmas tree and decoration was a lovely touch. The cabin is perfectly located in the centre of Saariselka next to the Holiday Club Resort (where all of our booked excursions picked up from) and by the bus stop for the airport bus. Everything we needed was within a 5 minute walk. As the back and sides are surrounded by trees and pathways, looking out the window was like staying out in seclusion in the woods, it made for beautiful photos. The deck outside behind the...
Beautiful cabin, and the Christmas tree and decoration was a lovely touch. The cabin is perfectly located in the centre of Saariselka next to the Holiday Club Resort (where all of our booked excursions picked up from) and by the bus stop for the airport bus. Everything we needed was within a 5 minute walk. As the back and sides are surrounded by trees and pathways, looking out the window was like staying out in seclusion in the woods, it made for beautiful photos. The deck outside behind the...
Anonymous traveller
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What can I expect from the weather when I travel to Sodankyla?
Weather is only one factor, but it can really affect your travel plans, especially if you are planning a longer stay in Sodankyla. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 12°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -9°C. Average annual precipitation for Sodankyla is 642 mm.
What are the must-see places to visit in Sodankyla?
Enjoy the outdoors at Pyhä-Luosto National Park and Urho Kekkonen National Park, or simply take in cultural attractions like Museum of Local History and Culture and Museum-Gallery Alariesto. While here, Amethyst Mine and Sodankyla Old Church are other places worth a visit.
What's the best way to get to and around Sodankyla?
Knowing a bit about the transportation options can you save you a headache when you get to your destination. Fly into Kittila (KTT), which is located 49.6 mi (79.8 km) away from the heart of the city. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.