Star Arctic Hotel

  • Lapland/Finland, Saariselka

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Star Arctic on Kaunispaa Fell
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Restaurant
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Enjoy Breakfast and Dinner in the Hotel's Restaurant
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Enjoy wonderful views from the Suite with sauna
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Duplex Suites have a sleeping area located at the top of the staircase
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Duplex Suite Interior
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Duplex Suite
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Suite Bathroom including Sauna
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Aurora Glass Cabin
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Aurora Glass Cabin
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Enjoy a drink from the bar
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Lobby fireplace
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Star Arctic Hotel under the Northern Lights
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Enjoy the Hotel's sauna with views over the fell
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Gym
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Star Arctic Hotel under the Northern Lights
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Star Arctic Hotel under the Northern Lights
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Welcome to the Star Arctic! A modern and stylish hotel boasting spacious Lappish-style suites and Aurora cabins.  A great choice for those looking for an intimate and exclusive feel stay, it is located at the top of Kaunispaä fell, away from the light pollution of the village centre and an excellent spot from which to view the Northern Lights.  

The unique aspect of the Star Arctic has to be the rooms. All of the suites are located within their own buildings a short walk from the main reception and restaurant area.  Scenic View Suites are duplex with a large glass window looking out over the main village.  The bedroom area (twin or double) is located at the top of the duplex stairs (fairly steep), and have their own north-facing window.  Scenic View Suites with sauna and kitchenette are also available adding more comfort and space.

For an unforgettable experience, opt to spend your stay in an Aurora Glass Cabin where you can truly immerse in the nature of Lapland and even admire the Northern Lights from your bed (we also enjoy the colourful light settings controlled by the main remote- but we don't want to spoil all the surprises)! 

Enjoy casual dining in the hotel's restaurant, also boasting beautiful views across the fell. Natural ingredients are sourced from the local area including fish from the Inari region and reindeer from traditional Sami farms plus their full menu, originally crafted by Finnish Michelin Star Chef Jouni Toivanen, combines local Lappish flavours with popular modern cuisines bringing a uniquely elegant and casual choice for all. Enjoy a buffet breakfast and a multi course dinner served to the table.

There is now the offering to stay at the Star Arctic for a Lapland Short Break! Experience some of the best included activities, please see the 'Special Offers' tab for further details on this package.

The hotel is located approximately 2km from the Saariselka centre and Inghams excursion pick-up point, which can be reached by ski bus or 30-minutes' pleasant walk.  The hotel also provides a shuttle service on request at a small fee of €5 per person per way, paid locally.  The hotel has a public sauna, well-equipped gym with large glass windows, modern restaurant and lobby bar, all located in the main building.  

Added value

Check out our great offers available for Star Arctic Hotel.

4 day short break available, with a range of activities included (please see 'Special Offers' tab)

Rooms
  • No. of rooms: 40
  • No. of buildings: 4
  • No. of floors: 2

Rooms

Bedrooms are located in separate detached buildings a few steps away from the main building. All of the suites have en-suite shower/WC, lounge area, bathrobes and slippers, flat-screen TV, tea/coffee-maker, minibar, mini fridge, safe, hairdryer and free Wi-Fi.

  • Standard Scenic View Suites, 27m² (A4) with large glass window sleep 2-4 persons and have two floors with either twin beds or one double bed on the upper floor, reached by stair ladder (can be steep), plus double sofa bed on the lower floor. All of the facilities are as mentioned above
  • Scenic View Suites with Sauna, 36m² (B4) sleep 2-4 people and have private sauna and kitchenette in addition to all of the facilities above. The suite has two floors with either twin beds or one double bed on the upper floor, reached by stair ladder (can be steep), plus double sofa bed on the lower floor
  • Glass Igloo Cabins (C4) can sleep 2-4 people in either two twin beds or one double bed, over only one floor

Bedroom facilities

  • Hairdryer
  • Minibar or fridge
  • Wireless internet
  • Lift accessible: Yes
  • Lift serves all floors: Yes
  • Access ramp: No
Saariselka

Located in the wild mystical north of Lapland, Saariselkä is an exceptionally friendly uncommercialised resort with a unique frontier atmosphere. With magnificent Arctic wilderness scenery just on the doorstep, it makes an ideal resort for an all-round winter wonderland adventure. The skies are often a deep hue of pink and purple, the pine trees heavily laden with snow, and being so far north there is a good possibility of seeing the Northern Lights too.

Here you are deep in Sámi country, the colourful native people of Lapland, many of whom work in the resort and have their own reindeer herds in forests nearby. Saariselkä is renowned for its excellent cross-country ski trails in the adjoining National Park. With cosy cafes and the charming Panimo Bar for a hot chocolate to live music. For a really memorable experience sleep under the magical night sky in a cosy thermal glass igloo.

There is now the opportunity to visit magical Lapland for a short break! Have a weekend away in the arctic circle and experience some of the best activities, from aurora hunts to reindeer and husky sleigh rides. With a choice of two amazing hotels, the Star Arctic Hotel and Muotka Wilderness Lodge, to help create the perfect four days in Saariselkä. 

Northern Lights Adventure: Experience a '7 Night Adventure' at the Muotka Wilderness Lodge or combine with a visit to Saariselkä with our 'Muotka 2-Centre Adventure'. You can also enjoy a Lapland Short Break at either Muotka Wilderness Lodge or Star Arctic Hotel.

Did you know that if you book a 7 night holiday to Lapland in December you can also visit Santa in his home?

  • Simply pick up and purchase the 'Visit Santa's Home' excursion at the time of booking and the whole family can enjoy a group meeting with Santa, feed and pet Santa's reindeer and see how Elf Smith sends presents around the world! Warm up inside with hot drinks and ginger biscuits.
  • Every 7 night holiday to Lapland in December includes a festive feast - there's even a small gift and certificate for every child! For even more festive fun, why not indulge in a reindeer sleigh ride or dash through enchanting snow-laden forests on a snowmobile or husky safari!

Skiing levels
Beginner
Intermediates
Advanced
Snowboard
Cross country

Mountain facts
Ski area 12 km
Runs
6
5
1
Longest run 1 Km
Snowparks

1 snowpark.
Lifts Drag lifts 4, Chairlifts 1, Cablecars 0
Slope direction N,E,W
Ski/resort bus True
Things to Do

Pre-bookable Excursions details and prices:

There are a number of excursions that are eagerly awaiting you and to make the most of your Lapland adventure. Click here to find out more detailed information about each excursion and what they involved, then see below for the duration and price list for Saariselka. 

Overnight Experiences:

Having the opportunity to stay in a Glass Igloo or Aurora Cabin for a night under the stars and Northern Lights spotting, is high on most people’s bucket list. There are a number of options for you to take, so click here to have a read. From Saariselka you have the chance to stay in either a Glass Igloo or Aurora Cabin, and if you really cannot choose then treat yourself to two memorable nights.

Excursion Duration Prices from
Snowmobile Safari 2 hours (from resort)
Approx. 25km		 Single (1 adult alone) - Adult: £99 
Double (2 sharing)- Adult: £70, Child: £35
Northern Lights Wilderness Dinner 3 hour evening excursion (12km scenic drive) Adult: £69
Child: £35
Reindeer Safari & Sámi Farm visit 2 hours (1½ hours at farm) Adult: £80, Child: £59
Nellim and Russian Border Patsjoki Bridge 5-6 hour excursion (1½ hours scenic drive)
(operates with minimum 4 guests)		 Adult: £99
Child £49
Husky Safari 5km Safari
2½ hours (1½ hours at farm and on safari)		 Adult: £85 
Child: £75
Snowshoe Safari (daytime or evening) 2 hours Adult: £45
Child: £25
Sámi Museum and Inari Village 5 hour excursion (1 hour scenic drive)
(operates with minimum 6 guests)		 Adult: £92 
Child: £55
Visit Santa's Home 3 hour excursion
1 Dec – 29 Dec incl.		 Adult: £70 
Child: £60
Aurora Cabin Continental breakfast included From: £195

 

Notes for all above excursions:Please note that we act at all times as the selling agent for the supplier of these excursions and activities.Times and distances are approximate and may vary due to weather and other conditions.

  • Child age for Husky, Reindeer and Snowmobile safaris is 4-12yrs.
  • Children 0-3yrs are free (transport must be prebooked) but are not allowed on 10km or 22km Husky or any Snowmobile safaris.
  • Snowmobile drivers must be 18yrs+ and bring a full, valid photographic driver's licence with them.
  • Children aged 8yrs or above must be at lest 140cm tall to ride as a passenger on a snowmobile. Children under this height or less than 8yrs will be towed in a sled behind the guide. 
  • Single riders who have purchased a sharing snowmobile may need to upgrade locally to a single driving snowmobile, if a sharing snowmobile is not available.
  • The overnight stay can be pre-booked but the exact day of the week will only be confirmed within 3 working days of booking as all reservations are subject to availability.
  • Aurora Cabin child age is 4-14years, 0-3 are only free if sleeping in parents bed.

    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.

Extras

Pre-bookable Lift Passes, Ski Hire & Tuition Winter 2019/20

SPECIAL OFFERS
Special Offer 'Low Season' Lift Passes for Inghams guests when pre-booking in the UK for the following 2019/20 dates: 1-14 Dec & 5 Jan-15 Feb incl.
Up to 40% off Ski & Boot Hire when pre-booking (already deducted in above prices). 7 days for the price of 4 days.
Free Day Lift Pass & Equipment Hire for Inghams guests pre-booking 6 days lift pass and/or equipment hire receive 7th day free. Issued in resort.
Children Under 6yrs Ski Free and receive Free equipment hire if wearing Free rental helmet and accompanied by an adult.
SAVER PACKS Prices from
LEARN TO SKI/BOARD
  • 7 days lift pass
  • 7 days 'Blue' ski/board & boot hire*
  • 5 days tuition (1½ hrs per day)
 Adult: £226
Child: £190
SKI/BOARD SAVER PACK
  • 7 days lift pass
  • 7 days 'Blue' ski/board & boot hire*
  • 3 days tuition (1½ hrs per day)
 Adult: £240
Child: £206
LEARN TO CROSS-COUNTRY
  • 7 days 'Blue' ski & boot hire*
  • 3 days tuition (100 minutes per day)
 Adult: £117
Child: £71

All Learn to Ski/Board/Cross-country and Ski Inclusive Plus bundles must be pre-booked in UK and are not bookable locally.

*Learn To Ski, Board & Cross-country is for complete beginners only (guests who have never skied). Any guests booking this package who have skied before will be charged an upgrade cost locally.

**Ski/Board Saver Packs are for all other levels and includes 'Red' equipment hire for adults and child skis & boots are 'Blue'. 

†Child Ski & Cross-country 6-11yrs/Child Snowboard 7-11yrs.

Children 5yrs old should only book tuition as lift pass & equipment are FREE.

LIFT PASSES Days Season Adult 17-63yrs Child 7-16yrs & Senior 64yrs+  Child 0-5yrs
Local Area Pass 6 L/H £123 / £175 £74 / £105 FREE

L = Inghams special offer 1-14 Dec & 5 Jan-15 Feb / H = Normal public price 15 Dec - 4 Jan & 16 Feb - 30 Apr

 

EQUIPMENT (7 days) Description Blue Red
Adult Skis £63 £126
Ski boots £46 -
Skis & boots £99 £126
Snowboard - £63
Snowboard & boots - £99
Cross-country skis & boots £69 -
Child 6-16yrs

(Child 3-5yrs FREE)

 Skis £63 -
Ski boots £46 -
Skis & boots £99 -
Snowboard - £63
Snowboard & boots - £99
Cross-country skis & boots £35 -

All ski boots are of the same good standard. 'Blue' or 'Red' skis & boots may be exchanged for snowboard equipment once during rental period at no extra cost. Please see here for description of hire categories.

TUITION Days Hours Adult 17yrs+ Child 5-16yrs†
Ski/Snowboard 3/5 1½ hrs per day £94/£134 £94/£134
Cross-country 3 100 mins per day £83 £41

†Child snowboard tuition = 7-16yrs & Child cross-country tuition = 7-11yrs.

THERMAL CLOTHING Days Adult 13yrs+ Child 3-12yrs
Thermal Suit
 7 £26 £13
Thermal boots 7 £13 £7

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.

Facilities
  • Use of toboggans (pay locally)
  • Sauna
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Toboggan run
  • Gym
  • WiFi
Meals
  • Half board included
  • New Year's Gala Dinner Menu
  • For special dietary requirements, please request at time of booking.
  • No of restaurants: 1
  • Distance to nearest restaurant serving dinner outside of property:

    In hotel

  • Dress code for restaurants:

    Smart Casual

  • Breakfast service:

    Hot and cold buffet

  • Lunch service:

    Buffet or waiter service (pay locally)

  • Dinner service:

    Waiter service

Board basis options available

  • Half Board

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements

  • Vegetarians

Special Offers

Our new 4 day short break: Start your holiday on a Thursday, flying from London Gatwick to Ivalo with only a short 30 minute transfer. This package has a number of fantastic inclusions: Full board meals. Multi-taster Lapland experience - snowmobiling, reindeer and husky sleigh rides. Snowshoe experience. Private Jacuzzi session and massage. Full outdoor thermal clothing for excursions.

Location in resort
  • Longitude: 27.4399082
  • Latitude: 68.43364
  • Location Description:

    Village centre: 1.5km from Saariselka centre on top of Kaunispäa fell with easy access to the ski slopes. 25-30 minute walk, or take the ski bus (pay locally)

    Nearest ski bus stop: outside hotel

    The hotel offers a shuttle service on request (pay locally)

     


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10/01/2021 - 7 nights
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