Avg. for October
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Avg. for October
Nightly prices at Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos average $144 in August, the cheapest month, and $541 in February, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | $430 |
| February | $541 |
| March | $420 |
| April | $186 |
| August | $144 |
| September | $154 |
| October | $149 |
| November | $202 |
| December | $526 |
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Most expensive: February (~$541)
Cheapest: August (~$144)
Amenities
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a sauna or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include luggage storage and a safe deposit box at the front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Restaurant Tuisku serving guests of Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is included.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 24 guestrooms. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Location
Located in Sodankyla, Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos is a 4-minute drive from Urho Kekkonen National Park and 7 minutes from Husky & Co Safari Tours. This hotel is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Saariselkä Reindeer Farm and 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from Ruijanpolku.
What's nearby
Urho Kekkonen National Park(1.6 miles)
Saariselkä Reindeer Farm(2.6 miles)
Husky & Co Safari Tours(2.7 miles)
Ruijanpolku(6.2 miles)
Saariselkä Ski Resort(8.4 miles)
Saariselkä Sport Resort(8.4 miles)
Pyhan Paavalin Chapel(9 miles)
Aurora Spa & Pools(9.5 miles)
Northern Lights Village Saariselkä(9.5 miles)
Kaunispään Tower(10.1 miles)
Saariselkä Ski & Sport Resort Ltd(10.4 miles)
Kultamuseo(14.8 miles)
Gold Prospector Museum(14.9 miles)
Koilliskaira Visitor Centre(15 miles)
Ivalo Church(27.7 miles)
The preferred airport for Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos is Ivalo (IVL)(24.7 miles)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Tour Desk
Banquet Facilities
Urho Kekkonen National Park (1.6 miles)
Saariselkä Reindeer Farm (2.6 miles)
Husky & Co Safari Tours (2.7 miles)
Ruijanpolku (6.2 miles)
Saariselkä Ski Resort (8.4 miles)
Saariselkä Sport Resort (8.4 miles)
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Sleeps 2
269 ft²
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Sleeps 4
376 ft²
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Sleeps 4
775 ft²
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Sleeps 2
430 ft²
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Sleeps 2
366 ft²
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Sleeps 2
Based on 671 verified reviews
Couple
68%
Family
14%
Group
10%
Solo
6%
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Travellers describe Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos as a beautiful, remote base for Northern Lights trips, with striking Aurora cabins/igloos and serene forest trails, plus broadly friendly, helpful staff and guides creating a welcoming atmosphere.
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What guests think
Travellers describe Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos as a beautiful, remote base for Northern Lights trips, with striking Aurora cabins/igloos and serene forest trails, plus broadly friendly, helpful staff and guides creating a welcoming atmosphere.
Buffet breakfasts and dinners earn strong praise for quality and variety, and guided activities are well organized and memorable. There are no shops nearby and public transport is limited, and extras like activities, gear rental, transfers, or an aurora alert can feel pricey. While glass-roof cabins impress, some hotel rooms feel basic, and a few units have design or amenity gaps (temperature control, limited in-room Wi-Fi or TV, privacy or kitchen basics), with inconsistent help moving luggage to distant cabins. Expect a scenic, activity-led stay centered on aurora viewing, great food, and rustic comfort over full-service convenience.
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Facilities
On-site activities are plentiful and well organized, with many guests highlighting memorable guided experiences. Saunas (including private ones in some cabins) are appreciated, but some extras like gear rental, transfers and aurora alerts add noticeable costs.
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Cleanliness
Multiple guests describe accommodations as very clean. Negative remarks rarely concern cleanliness.
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Rooms
Aurora cabins/igloos are the highlight, with glass roofs for aurora viewing and, in many units, private saunas; suites feel cozy and spacious. Some hotel rooms feel basic, and a few units have design or amenity gaps (temperature control, limited in-room Wi-Fi/TV, privacy or kitchen basics, dated bathrooms), with some cabins far from the lodge.
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Feb 11, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Elizabeth
Mar 24, 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
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Jan 14, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
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Jan 29, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Magdelina
Dec 22, 2021
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Stayed 1 night
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Mar 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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Feb 19, 2026
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Feb 8, 2025
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Feb 20, 2025
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Feb 13, 2024
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Service
Staff and guides are widely praised as friendly, helpful and professional. However, reception can feel indifferent, luggage help and directions may be lacking on arrival, activity follow-ups can slip, and one guest reported a tense housekeeping interaction.
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Jan 12, 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
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Nov 23, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
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Feb 11, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Brian
Jul 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Kariel
Dec 4, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Robert
Jan 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
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Apr 14, 2023
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Mar 11, 2023
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Oct 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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Dec 15, 2023
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Location
Scenic wilderness setting with quiet forest trails and strong aurora potential; Saariselkä is within reach for excursions. Shops and restaurants are not nearby, public transport is limited, and many recommend a car; transfers are available but can be costly.
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Feb 17, 2023
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Mar 7, 2024
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Jan 5, 2026
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Mar 14, 2024
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Jan 29, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
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Dining
Food earns consistent praise for quality and variety, especially the buffet breakfasts and dinners, and half board is convenient. Some note repetitive breakfasts and generally high prices.
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Jan 30, 2026
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Dec 4, 2023
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Jan 5, 2026
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Oct 2, 2025
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Keith
Mar 17, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
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Mar 16, 2026
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Feb 19, 2026
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Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is included for guests.
Check-in is from 15:00 to 21:00, and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
Yes, a roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge of EUR 110 per person (one-way) and is available 24 hours.
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas, making it suitable for guests with disabilities.
The hotel is located in Sodankyla, just a 4-minute drive from Urho Kekkonen National Park and 9 minutes from Ruijanpolku. It is 8.4 miles from both Saariselkä Sport Resort and Saariselkä Ski Resort.
Up to 2 children aged 2 years old and younger can stay for free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
Cribs are available for a fee of EUR 40 per stay, and rollaway beds can be provided for a fee of EUR 70 per day. Advance request or confirmation is required for both.
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