Miilu Northern Lights

Lapland Finland , Yllas

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  • Northern Lights
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4/5
Inghams rating

We rate all of our accommodation based on their facilities, service level, character and customer feedback. Our ratings may vary from the official rating.

  • Rantasaarentie 3-5, Ylläsjärvi, Finland

Facilities

  • Sauna/Steam Room
  • Bar
  • Family Rooms
  • Drying Closet
  • Free Wi-Fi

Ylläs at a glance

  • Finnish
  • Euro (EUR)
  • London Gatwick (LGW), Bristol (BRS), Manchester Int. (MAN)

Included in your Lapland Adventure holiday to Ylläs

  • On holiday support and tailored advice from our Destination Experts based in Ylläs
  • Access to Inghams Digital Travel Guide with useful information to enhance your holiday
  • Flights from the UK, transfers and accommodation on bed & breakfast

About Miilu Resort Northern Lights Cabins

Miilu Resort is a high-quality accommodation in Ylläs. The modern Miilu Northern Lights Cabins are situated on the shoreline of the Ylläsjärvi lake - the stunning, remote location makes it the perfect place to seek out the Northern Lights. These modern cabins have a sleek Finnish style with large windows overlooking the frozen landscape, cosy lounge areas with a log burning stove, comfortable sleeping areas and a well equipped kitchenette.

Wake up to the snowy scenery surrounding your cabin and enjoy the beautiful views from the comfort of your cabin. These brand-new semi-detached cabins are furnished in a modern Finnish style with wood panelling and large windows overlooking the lake. Their quiet, secluded location makes for an excellent choice for your next arctic adventure. Each cabin has everything you need for a stay in Finnish Lapland, including a fully equipped kitchenette and dining area, a lounge with a television, and comfortable sleeping areas. And, after a day of activities in the great outdoors, warm up in your own private sauna.

During your stay, you'll have the option to add on activities like downhill skiing at the nearby Ylläsjärvi Ski Resort. Try out exciting excursions such as snowmobiling through the arctic tundra, husky sledding, a reindeer safari or a visit to the Snow Village to see the beautiful sculptures carved from ice and snow. Or, just simply enjoy the tranquil silence and nature surrounding the Miilu Resort. 

  • Millu Bar & Grill Restaurant 
  • Bar & Lounge with fireplace
  • Wi-Fi
  • On-site parking 
  • Remote location on the shoreline of the beautiful Ylläsjärvi Lake
  • Around 700 metres walk along a lakeside footpath to the small centre of Ylläsjärvi where you can find the Eelin Kauppa supermarket and a coffee shop
  • 4.5 kilometres to the Ylläsjärvi ski resort
  • Shuttle service at set times included to Ylläsjärvi Ski Resort

Ski Bus 

  • The ski bus is payable locally
  • Nearest ski bus stop is approx. 700 metres away - the stop is on the main road outside the Eelin Kauppa supermarket
  • Links to the Ylläsjärvi Ski Resort and the village of Äkäslompolo
  • Guests aged 6+ with a valid 1-5 day ski pass pay approx. €5 per day to use the ski bus
  • Guests with a valid 6 day ski pass pay approx. €30 per week
  • Non-skiers: Day tickets can be purchased on the bus for approx. €13.50 per adult, €8.50 per child (6-11 years)
  • Children up to 5 years old travel free of charge
  • Multi-day tickets can be purchased from ticket sales points including the Saaga Hotel reception at the Ylläsjärvi Ski Resort or online

The Miilu Northern Lights Cabins are on a bed & breakfast basis. You have the option of upgrading to half board for a supplement.

Each morning you can enjoy a varied breakfast buffet taken at the Miilu Bar & Grill, which is around a 100-metre walk from the cabins.

Upgrade to half board to include dinner in the Miilu Bar & Grill Restaurant. Each evening you can enjoy a three-course meal made with seasonal ingredients. The restaurant has lovely views of the frozen lake, so you can admire the Lappish landscape while dining. 

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements:

  • Gluten Free
  • Dairy Free
  • Vegans
  • Vegetarians

The Miilu Northern Light Cabins can cater for special dietary requirements on request. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking. Allergies and intolerances not listed above cannot be catered for. All allergies and intolerances, even if listed above, are subject to confirmation by the accommodation. If one member of your party has multiple dietary requirements, these are subject to confirmation by the accommodation.

Board basis available: Half Board, Bed and Breakfast

One Bedroom Cabin A is around 62m² and sleeps up to six people. Downstairs there is one bedroom with a double bed (160cm) and a separate sleeping alcove with a large single (120cm) bed. Up on the mezzanine level there are three single beds. The apartment has a well-equipped kitchen, lounge area and one bathroom with WC.

One Bedroom Cabin D is around 62m² and sleeps up to five people. Downstairs there is one bedroom with a double bed (160cm). The mezzanine level has three single beds. The apartment has a well-equipped kitchen, lounge area with a fireplace and one bathroom with WC.

One linen set with towels is included per person, per week. End of stay cleaning is included - please ensure that the cabin is left clean and beds are stripped prior to departure.

Please note that cabins are quiet between 11pm-7am.

Cabin facilities

  • Kitchenette with oven, stove, microwave, toaster, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities
  • Lounge area
  • TV
  • Terrace with lake views
  • Sauna
  • Clothes dryer
  • Bathroom with shower
  • WC
  • Hairdryer
  • Cots are available upon request (paid locally)
  • All cabins are non-smoking 

Check in information

  • Check in from: 4pm
  • Check out: 12pm

Additional information

  • No. of buildings: 6
  • Lift accessible: No
  • Lift serves all floors: No
  • Access ramp: No

These cabins are not recommended for those with reduced mobility due to the uneven ground, and mezzanine levels only being accessible by a steep staircase.

Travel to Ylläs

Depart on: Wednesdays & Sundays

Fly into: Kittilä

Transfer time: approx. 40 minutes - 1 hour by coach

 

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Travel by Air

Direct exclusive charter flights to Kittilä airport departing on Wednesdays (for 4 or 7 nights) & Sundays (for 3 or 7 nights) from:

  • Gatwick 
  • Bristol  
  • Manchester 

Flight supplements may apply.

Airport Transfer Time - approx. 40 minutes - 1 hour by coach

Please note that there may be a few minutes' walk to your accommodation due to access/regulations on where coaches can stop.

Inghams Rating: 4/5

We rate all of our accommodation based on their facilities, service level, character and customer feedback. Our ratings may vary from the official rating.

Discover Ylläs

Ylläs combines all the ingredients necessary for a perfect Lapland Adventure. It's named after the fell Yllästunturi and we offer cosy comfortable accommodation for your winter break in two main areas; Äkäslompolo - to the north of the fell and Ylläsjärvi on the south side of the fell.

More about Ylläs

Fresh for this winter

No more wondering when your activity will take place, we now provide the date and time of day of your excursions so you can plan your holiday with confidence.

  • Unless stated otherwise, excursion days and time of day (morning, afternoon, or evening) are as shown on your invoice.
  • Exact excursion timings will be confirmed upon arrival in resort.
  • Some excursions may have flexible scheduling. Where this is the case, your invoice will state: "The actual time and day of your excursion will be confirmed locally and may differ from your invoice and voucher." Our resort team will then advise you on arrival.
  • Excursion days and times are subject to change. While we will do our best to provide advance notice, some adjustments may be necessary. Our Excursion Coordinator and Destination Experts will be available in the resort to assist with any changes.
  • Times and distances are approximate and may vary due to weather and other conditions. In extremely cold temperatures or bad weather conditions excursions may be cancelled at late notice.
  • Prices and supplements are correct at time of publishing but may vary up or down. Correct prices will be advised at the time of booking.
  • Travel insurance is a condition of booking with us, and you should ensure that your chosen policy covers the activities that you plan to take part in during your holiday. Your policy should provide cover for your own personal and medical expenses, however individual policies will not cover damage to snowmobiles or skidoos and a compulsory excess will be payable directly to the supplier of the snowmobile/skidoo excursion.
  • Save up to 35% when booking an excursion package (based on the Authentic package)
  • Excursion package offers apply to new bookings only
  • Offer is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time
  • The percentage discount is taken off of the basic price of the applicable excursions when pre-booked individually.
  • Additional supplements, i.e. for single drivers on snowmobiles/huskies, are not applicable for the % discount.
  • Monetary savings are based on adult prices.
  • All prices, offers and availability are correct at time of publication and are subject to change
  • Valid on 3, 4 & 7-night Inghams Lapland Adventure holidays.
  • Classic and ski/snowboard packages available on 7 night Santa Breaks subject to availability
  • Not valid on 3 or 4 night Santa Breaks
  • Not valid for the following ages:
    Classic: 0-3 (Levi, Ylläs & Pyhä), 0-4 (Saariselkä)
    Northern Lights & Authentic: 0-7 (Levi, Ylläs & Pyhä), 0-11 (Saariselkä)
    Ultimate: 0-11 (Levi, Ylläs & Saariselkä)
    Ski/Snowboard: 0-5 (Levi: 4-5 get free lift pass, Ylläs: 3-5 get free lift pass & equipment), 0-7 (Saariselkä: free lift pass under 7 with paying adult)
  • Snowmobile – Drivers must be 18+ with a full, valid photo driver’s license. Passengers must be 11+ and 140cm+ tall. Children under 11 or under 140cm will be towed in a sled/pod (heating not guaranteed).
  • Excursion experiences and durations vary between resorts and are dependent on weather conditions
  • Most excursion days and times will be advised shortly after booking, others will be confirmed on arrival in resort
  • Travel Insurance is required for booking. Must cover planned activities and personal circumstances, including medical conditions. Snowmobile damage is not usually covered so a compulsory excess is payable directly to the supplier of the excursion. Single-driver snowmobile supplement available in all resorts (18+ only).
  • Cancellation: In the event of cancellation of a qualifying excursion, the cost of the excursion, minus the % saving on the total package, will be deducted from any refund due. You will then be charged full price for any remaining excursions.

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