ARCTIC LIGHT HOTEL, Rovaniemi – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
Arctic Light Hotel offers 57 rooms with individual air conditioning. Options include Magic Double rooms with rain showers, Aurora Loft Mini rooms with bathtubs for solo travelers, and Arctic rooms with separate lounge areas for espresso or wine. Polar Street rooms have private street entrances and large flat-screen TVs. Polar rooms include private saunas. Suites feature separate bathtubs and walk-in rain showers, plus private balconies. The Christmas Cabin provides a separate living room, dining table for four, and year-round Christmas decor.
Dining & Breakfast
The Arctic Restaurant serves Finnish beef, reindeer, moose, salmon, and king crab. Lunch runs from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, with à la carte dining from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM. A summer terrace with DJ nights operates under linden trees. Wine tastings (39€ per person) include Sweet Bubbly Tasting with non-alcoholic options or Savory Wine Tasting with cheese pairings. Breakfast by chef Sara La Fountain includes fruit shots, fresh bread, cold cuts, cheeses, mini-muffins, and vegan/gluten-free options. Walk-in breakfast costs 26€ for adults.
Location & Access
The hotel is in central Rovaniemi, on the Arctic Circle. It is 2 km from Rovaniemi Airport and 10 km from the city center. Nearby landmarks include Lordi's Square (0.3 km), Revontuli Shopping Center (0.5 km), and Pilke Science Centre (1 km). The property is a former 1950s City Hall, featuring a reindeer staircase railing, vintage elevator, and lighted starred balconies. The historical Ferdinand meeting room was once the Council Hall.
Activities & Experiences
Winter activities include northern lights hunting, husky/reindeer safaris, snowmobile rides, ice swimming, and ice floating. Spring offers ice fishing, cross-country skiing, and northern lights tours. Summer features river cruises, midnight sun tours, and reindeer farm visits. Autumn includes berry picking, moose safaris, and hiking. Cultural sites include Korundi House of Culture, Arktikum Museum, and Ranua Wildlife Park.
Services & Sustainability
The concierge holds Clefs d'Or certification. The hotel participates in EcoCompass and Sustainable Travel Finland programs, focusing on energy reduction and local partnerships. Guests can use complimentary hotel bikes. Tap water is drinkable. Recycling returns are available at grocery stores. The hotel supports the Arctic Pride movement. Room amenities include minibars, tea/coffee facilities, bathrobes, slippers, and flat-screen TVs.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Back massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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