Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 22 for adults and EUR 11 for children.

Does the property allow pets?

Yes, pets are allowed in specific rooms for a fee of EUR 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee, subject to availability.

Are airport shuttle services available?

Yes, a roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.

What accessibility features does the property offer for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details on room accessibility are not provided.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in Sodankyla, just a 1-minute drive from Pyhä-Luosto National Park and 9 minutes from Lampivaara Amethyst Mine. It is 6.2 miles from Kopara Reindeer Park and 13 miles from the Chapel of The Northern Lights.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

One child aged 1 year old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Santa's Hotel Aurora & Igloos in Luosto

Average nightly price at Santa's Hotel Aurora & Igloos by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$235
February	US$247
March	US$226
April	US$140
June	US$111
July	US$100
August	US$100
September	US$106
October	US$121
November	US$116
December	US$339

What guests think

At Santa's Hotel Aurora & Igloos, many guests praise friendly staff, spacious and comfortable rooms (some with saunas), memorable igloo views, a generally well liked breakfast, and a location handy for trails and the Luosto center.

Several reviews, however, mention bright exterior lighting that can hinder aurora viewing, and some feel prices are high for the overall experience. Housekeeping is not always daily unless requested, and a few guests found rooms dated or cleaning inconsistent. The area can feel quiet and remote outside peak season, so a car helps. Expect a calm, nature focused stay.

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Facilities

Parking is easy, and some guests mention being able to charge cars.

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David

19 Dec 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Muy caro para lo que realmente es, habitación antigua con calefacción la cual mete olor a humo y quemado dentro de la habitación, tuvimos que abrir la ventana con -6º fuera, mucho ruido en los pasillos, la gente ni respeta y desde las 6 de la mañana se escuchan gritos y golpes, un punto a favor es el aparcamiento que puedes cargar tu coche si tienes enchufe de pared, además si quieres que te limpien la habitación tienes que pedirlo, no tienen servicio diario , la atención es inmejorable por parte del personal y la comida estaba muy buena aunque nos pareció extremadamente cara, muy buena ubicación para ver auroras

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Lisa Sahra

26 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Unterkunft war gut, Zimmer schön & komfortabel, Lage gut & gute Parkmöglichkeiten

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LindaBeth

1 Jan 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect place to celebrate our 10th Anniversary! Night in the snow hotel and snow sauna was EPIC!

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Cleanliness

Many reviews note clean rooms, but others report missed details and that housekeeping is not daily unless requested.

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Anita Rani

31 Jan 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Stayed 3 nights but room/towels/bedding were not refreshed - room was generally clean otherwise. Bed not comfortable but the room was warm and cosy. The hotel was well located as it was central and functional for excursions. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Main restaurant ok but found better dining externally.

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Darshan

23 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room with enough space for a couple. The view from the igloo was just something else. Good staff, but it will be great if they have better communication amongst themselves, as the night shift receptionist told us we can do something while the day shift receptionist told us we are prohibited from doing the same thing. Not a big issue - just nitpicking at this point. Also, more chicken or fish options for breakfast will be great!

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Enrico

6 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Struttura moderna e pulita, camere spaziose, posizione ottima per i sentieri.

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Anthony

3 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice staff, pleasant breakfast, and seeing the aurora borealis while lying in bed is an incredible experience. But it still can't quite justify the price. Quite a few short black hairs on the pillow (neither my wife, nor I have black hair) and if you don't get an igloo at the edge of the property, the light pollution is probably too bad to see much. A shame that a hotel that advertises seeing the northern lights doesn't at least dim the outdoor lights after 10pm (or put them on a movement sensor?).

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David

19 Dec 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Muy caro para lo que realmente es, habitación antigua con calefacción la cual mete olor a humo y quemado dentro de la habitación, tuvimos que abrir la ventana con -6º fuera, mucho ruido en los pasillos, la gente ni respeta y desde las 6 de la mañana se escuchan gritos y golpes, un punto a favor es el aparcamiento que puedes cargar tu coche si tienes enchufe de pared, además si quieres que te limpien la habitación tienes que pedirlo, no tienen servicio diario , la atención es inmejorable por parte del personal y la comida estaba muy buena aunque nos pareció extremadamente cara, muy buena ubicación para ver auroras

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Mary

3 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

I asked how to get our luggage to our room. They said the sleds. All sleds were broken and when I asked "well just carry them up." The room was not very clean. It was really small for the three of us so luggage had to go under the beds. I found a can of hairspray, not mine and other items. The room was not that clean. When I took it to the front desk on our day of check out the clerk looked like she was going to hid it.

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Kunal

31 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and spacious rooms with sauna. Excellent for vacation with Family.

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Rooms

Guests often describe rooms and igloos as spacious and comfortable, with some featuring private saunas and impressive sky views. A few mention dated decor or smaller layouts, and occasional comfort issues like overheated rooms.

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Mario

28 Jan 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Wir waren auf Honeymoon in der Unterkunft. Das Hotel ist eher ein Active Hotel mit Skipiste nebenan. Die Zimmer leider etwas älter als sie auf den Fotos aussehen. Frühstück war sehr gut und Personal super freundlich. Verglichen aber mit den anderen Santa-Hotels leider etwas schlechter.

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Darshan

23 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room with enough space for a couple. The view from the igloo was just something else. Good staff, but it will be great if they have better communication amongst themselves, as the night shift receptionist told us we can do something while the day shift receptionist told us we are prohibited from doing the same thing. Not a big issue - just nitpicking at this point. Also, more chicken or fish options for breakfast will be great!

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Barbara

11 Nov 2024

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We spent two nights at Santa Aurora in an Igloo. The igloo was cute, warm and the view was spectacular as expected. Unfortunately their was no snow when we went, but that‘s not the Hotels fault ;) Either way we didn‘t expect it to be this quite, if you come before december be prepared that there are no shops and only 1-2 restaurants in the area, so you better rent a car in advance. The breakfast was nice and everyone was friendly, would come back to sleep in a snowy Igloo :)

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Heather

28 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We were lucky enough to see the northern lights through our hotel windows. It made the stay magical.

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Enrico

6 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Struttura moderna e pulita, camere spaziose, posizione ottima per i sentieri.

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Tomasz

20 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious room with nice sauna inside

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Sandra

13 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms were kept too hot, even with the window open our whole stay. Lights were on in the carpark all night which reflected into our room. I requested a high floor, north facing room on booking, but was given a ground floor room on arrival. No rooms in this hotel face north which I wasn't made aware of until check-in, despite my emailing about it. On questioning the ground floor room, I was told I had to pay €30/night extra for a higher floor room, which was never mentioned in previous correspondence with the hotel. Despite the above, I do recommend this hotel and would stay again.

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Felix

27 Nov 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Perfekt im Norden, konnten sogar Polarlichter beobachten! Unbedingt die Iglus buchen! Man braucht nur einen Mietwagen sonst ist man unflexibel, es soll aber auch ein Bus gefahren sein.

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Lisa Sahra

26 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Unterkunft war gut, Zimmer schön & komfortabel, Lage gut & gute Parkmöglichkeiten

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Kunal

31 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and spacious rooms with sauna. Excellent for vacation with Family.

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Service

Service is widely described as very friendly and helpful, with several guests praised by name. Some operational hiccups occur, including early reception hours, occasional miscommunication, and a few policy frustrations.

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Darshan

23 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room with enough space for a couple. The view from the igloo was just something else. Good staff, but it will be great if they have better communication amongst themselves, as the night shift receptionist told us we can do something while the day shift receptionist told us we are prohibited from doing the same thing. Not a big issue - just nitpicking at this point. Also, more chicken or fish options for breakfast will be great!

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MARCELINO

30 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

La recepción cierra a las 6 pm y no envían ningún código para abrir el buzón con las llaves, hay que llamarles por teléfono con el coste de llamada internacional. Todo cerrado en el hotel, solo acceso a las habitaciones desde la tarde hasta el desayuno.

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Nicola

16 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful room and excellent staff. We cannot thank Inka enough for her help, we loved our stay.

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Matheus

22 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

They are very nice people! I really enjoy my time here

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Sandra

13 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms were kept too hot, even with the window open our whole stay. Lights were on in the carpark all night which reflected into our room. I requested a high floor, north facing room on booking, but was given a ground floor room on arrival. No rooms in this hotel face north which I wasn't made aware of until check-in, despite my emailing about it. On questioning the ground floor room, I was told I had to pay €30/night extra for a higher floor room, which was never mentioned in previous correspondence with the hotel. Despite the above, I do recommend this hotel and would stay again.

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L

30 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Alles was perfect en zeer vriendelijk personeel

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Riccardo

13 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice breakfast and super lovely staff

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Kurt

3 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Der Aufenthalt im Hotel war sehr schön und das Personal war sehr freundlich.

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Jerry

13 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very friendly and great customer focus!

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Mary

3 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

I asked how to get our luggage to our room. They said the sleds. All sleds were broken and when I asked "well just carry them up." The room was not very clean. It was really small for the three of us so luggage had to go under the beds. I found a can of hairspray, not mine and other items. The room was not that clean. When I took it to the front desk on our day of check out the clerk looked like she was going to hid it.

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Location

Handy for trails and within walking distance of Luosto center, but the area can feel quiet and remote outside peak season, so a car helps. Multiple reviews note bright outdoor lighting that can limit aurora visibility from the property.

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Michel

3 Jan 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Globally good. Comfy and well located.

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Anita Rani

31 Jan 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Stayed 3 nights but room/towels/bedding were not refreshed - room was generally clean otherwise. Bed not comfortable but the room was warm and cosy. The hotel was well located as it was central and functional for excursions. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Main restaurant ok but found better dining externally.

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Celine

28 Feb 2026

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Stayed 5 nights

Chambre très agréable et opérationnelle, petit déjeuner très complet et hotel idéalement situé

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Barbara

11 Nov 2024

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We spent two nights at Santa Aurora in an Igloo. The igloo was cute, warm and the view was spectacular as expected. Unfortunately their was no snow when we went, but that‘s not the Hotels fault ;) Either way we didn‘t expect it to be this quite, if you come before december be prepared that there are no shops and only 1-2 restaurants in the area, so you better rent a car in advance. The breakfast was nice and everyone was friendly, would come back to sleep in a snowy Igloo :)

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Enrico

6 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Struttura moderna e pulita, camere spaziose, posizione ottima per i sentieri.

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Anthony

3 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice staff, pleasant breakfast, and seeing the aurora borealis while lying in bed is an incredible experience. But it still can't quite justify the price. Quite a few short black hairs on the pillow (neither my wife, nor I have black hair) and if you don't get an igloo at the edge of the property, the light pollution is probably too bad to see much. A shame that a hotel that advertises seeing the northern lights doesn't at least dim the outdoor lights after 10pm (or put them on a movement sensor?).

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Dale

22 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The food was surprisingly excellent, particularly the breakfast buffet. Dinner was also great. We had the salmon soup, salmon on beet risotto and the deer sirloin. All delicious. Unfortunately, although there were Northern Lights the night we were there, they were very hard to see because there is so much extra lighting around the hotel. Like incredibly bright parking lot lighting everywhere. You need to leave the hotel and go onto the nearby cross country ski trails. Also, the wifi was so bad we almost missed all the aurora app alerts. So, it was frustrating to have to wake up at 3 am, try to find a wifi signal and check the alerts. We couldn't confirm anything through our windows because of all the lights.

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Felix

27 Nov 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Perfekt im Norden, konnten sogar Polarlichter beobachten! Unbedingt die Iglus buchen! Man braucht nur einen Mietwagen sonst ist man unflexibel, es soll aber auch ein Bus gefahren sein.

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Lisa Sahra

26 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Unterkunft war gut, Zimmer schön & komfortabel, Lage gut & gute Parkmöglichkeiten

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Atila

23 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This property is so nice. We were so happy. Igloos are good. Hotel rooms are OK. Not to big except suits. Luosto center is in walking distance.

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Dining

Breakfast is consistently praised for quality, and several guests enjoyed dinners as well. Minor critiques include limited fruit or protein options and high prices at times.

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Anita Rani

31 Jan 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Stayed 3 nights but room/towels/bedding were not refreshed - room was generally clean otherwise. Bed not comfortable but the room was warm and cosy. The hotel was well located as it was central and functional for excursions. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Main restaurant ok but found better dining externally.

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Dawid

11 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Fresh Good breakfast!

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Celine

28 Feb 2026

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Stayed 5 nights

Chambre très agréable et opérationnelle, petit déjeuner très complet et hotel idéalement situé

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Darshan

23 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room with enough space for a couple. The view from the igloo was just something else. Good staff, but it will be great if they have better communication amongst themselves, as the night shift receptionist told us we can do something while the day shift receptionist told us we are prohibited from doing the same thing. Not a big issue - just nitpicking at this point. Also, more chicken or fish options for breakfast will be great!

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Doralice

12 Jan 2026

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Stayed 4 nights

Sim, com itens saudáveis. Na verdade um pequeno almoço. Pouca variedade de frutas, mas acredito ser por conta da localização. Mas compensou nos sucos de frutas e nas frutas secas.

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Dale

22 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The food was surprisingly excellent, particularly the breakfast buffet. Dinner was also great. We had the salmon soup, salmon on beet risotto and the deer sirloin. All delicious. Unfortunately, although there were Northern Lights the night we were there, they were very hard to see because there is so much extra lighting around the hotel. Like incredibly bright parking lot lighting everywhere. You need to leave the hotel and go onto the nearby cross country ski trails. Also, the wifi was so bad we almost missed all the aurora app alerts. So, it was frustrating to have to wake up at 3 am, try to find a wifi signal and check the alerts. We couldn't confirm anything through our windows because of all the lights.

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Riccardo

13 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice breakfast and super lovely staff

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David

19 Dec 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Muy caro para lo que realmente es, habitación antigua con calefacción la cual mete olor a humo y quemado dentro de la habitación, tuvimos que abrir la ventana con -6º fuera, mucho ruido en los pasillos, la gente ni respeta y desde las 6 de la mañana se escuchan gritos y golpes, un punto a favor es el aparcamiento que puedes cargar tu coche si tienes enchufe de pared, además si quieres que te limpien la habitación tienes que pedirlo, no tienen servicio diario , la atención es inmejorable por parte del personal y la comida estaba muy buena aunque nos pareció extremadamente cara, muy buena ubicación para ver auroras

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4	5	6	7	8 $115	9 $110	10 $111
11 $111	12 $111	13 $110	14 $110	15 $110	16 $111	17 $110
18 $110	19 $111	20 $111	21 $111	22 $111	23 $110	24 $111
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22 $138	23 $175	24 $144	25 $136	26 $135	27 $139	28 $135
29 $175	30 $135

Santa's Hotel Aurora & Igloos

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