About Akas Cabins
These cosy, traditional open plan log cabins are tucked away in the most scenic and peaceful wooded setting of the unspoiled Lappish village of Äkäslompolo — the perfect festive hideaway for your Santa Break adventure in Lapland.
After your days filled with skiing, Santa visits, and winter adventures, unwind in your private sauna — an essential Finnish tradition. Every cabin also features a cosy fireplace, perfect for curling up with a hot chocolate after sledding through the snowy forests. Guests staying here also enjoy free access to the swimming pool, saunas, and fitness room at the Äkäs Hotel, adding extra comfort to your festive getaway. Make your Christmas dreams come true and check out our essential guide to staying in a cabin in Lapland!
You'll be ideally located close to all local amenities, making your Christmas break extra special. The Äkäs Hotel, is the place to be if you would like a bit of evening entertainment wiht a bar, dancefloor, nightclub and restaurant. You'll enjoy delicious meals at the Äkäs Hotel if you're staying on bed and breakfast or half board. Each cabin also has a small kitchenette, and the well-stocked supermarket is around a 10–15-minute stroll - remember to pick up a few festive treats.
The highlight of your magical Lapland adventure will be meeting Santa himself, with an unforgettable private visit that creates memories to last a lifetime. Little ones (and grown-ups too!) can experience the wonder of Christmas in the heart of the snowy forest. Alongside your Santa encounter, there's a world of winter fun waiting. Step outside your cabin and onto the cross-country ski trails, part of a breathtaking 314 kilometre network weaving through the snowy wonderland of Ylläs. Downhill ski slopes are easily reached by ski bus (payable locally), offering exhilarating days on pristine pistes, including the magical experience of night skiing under floodlit skies. You can also enjoy optional adventures like dashing through the snow on a reindeer safari or whizzing through the frozen forests on a snowmobile safari.