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Santa's Hotel Tunturi

3.0 star property
Enjoy 2 restaurants at this 3-star Saariselka hotel

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A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a pool area.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, a dining table with chairs, and large windows with curtains.
A wooden sauna room with a bench, a table, and a bathtub.
Gielas Suite | View from room
A ski resort with multiple buildings, including a large lodge with balconies, a parking area, and snow-covered roofs.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Lutontie 16, Saariselka, 99830
  • Place, Saariselkä Sport Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Saariselkä Ski Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Urho Kekkonen National Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ivalo (IVL)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 1 Bedroom Apartment

A room with two beds, wooden headboards, a window with curtains, a framed picture on the wall, and a lamp on each side of the beds.

1 Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Gielas Superior

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Kontio Deluxe | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Kontio Deluxe

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two beds, wooden headboards, a window with curtains, a framed picture on the wall, and a lamp on each side of the beds.

2 Bedroom Apartment

  • 753 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with patterned pillows and a fluffy blanket.

Kontio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Suite

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a dining table, and a TV.

Premium Suite

  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Two single beds with red pillows, a framed bird illustration on the wall, and a window with striped curtains.

Studios with Sauna

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Junior Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, a framed picture on the wall, and a radiator.

3 Bedroom Apartment

  • 732 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 6 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a double bed, a small bedside table, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a wooden dresser.

5 Bedroom Apartment

  • 1851 sq ft
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 13
  • 10 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Gielas Suite | Living area | TV

Gielas Suite

  • Hill view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Economy | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Economy

7.0 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Saariselka

In Saariselka .With a stay at this Saariselka hotel, you'll be steps from Pyhan Paavalin Chapel and a 5-minute walk from Saariselkä Sport Resort. Saariselkä Ski Resort and Urho Kekkonen National Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Saariselkä Sport Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Saariselkä Ski Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Pyhan Paavalin Chapel - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Urho Kekkonen National Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kaunispään Tower - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Ivalo (IVL) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Suomen Latu Kiilopää - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Kaunispään Huippu - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panimo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kaunis Jorma - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Santa's Hotel Tunturi

Enjoy 2 restaurants at this 3-star Saariselka hotel
Santa's Hotel Tunturi offers its guests a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, an arcade/game room, and ski storage are also featured at Santa's Hotel Tunturi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Saariselka hotel.

  • 260 guestrooms or units
  • 7 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
Santa's Hotel Tunturi offers 260 accommodations with hair dryers. This Saariselka hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on weekdays only.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 22 for adults and EUR 11 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Sauna
  • Ski storage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 30 per pet, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 1 year old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 22 for adults and EUR 11 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation.

Guests traveling with an animal must contact the property prior to arrival in order to verify availability of a pet friendly room.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 1 year old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Hotel Tunturi
Santa's Hotel Tunturi
Santa's Hotel Tunturi Saariselka
Santa's Tunturi
Santa's Tunturi Hotel
Santa's Tunturi Saariselka
Tunturi Hotel
Santa's Hotel Tunturi Finland/Saariselka
Santa's Hotel Tunturi Hotel
Santa's Hotel Tunturi Saariselka
Santa's Hotel Tunturi Hotel Saariselka

Frequently asked questions

How close is Santa's Hotel Tunturi to the airport?

Santa's Hotel Tunturi is 17.1 mi (23-min drive) away from the Ivalo (IVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Santa's Hotel Tunturi?

As of Aug 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santa's Hotel Tunturi on Aug 27, 2026 start from $100, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Santa's Hotel Tunturi have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Santa's Hotel Tunturi.

Does Santa's Hotel Tunturi offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Santa's Hotel Tunturi, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 22 for adults and EUR 11 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Santa's Hotel Tunturi?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Santa's Hotel Tunturi?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Santa's Hotel Tunturi?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Santa's Hotel Tunturi have a pool?

Santa's Hotel Tunturi does not have a pool.

Does Santa's Hotel Tunturi have a restaurant?

Santa's Hotel Tunturi is home to Restaurant Kaltio, which features Scandinavian cuisine.

Does Santa's Hotel Tunturi have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Santa's Hotel Tunturi to downtown Saariselka?

Santa's Hotel Tunturi is 0.3 mi away from Saariselka.

Santa's Hotel Tunturi Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 554 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 270 out of 554 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 554 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 554 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 554 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Long Wing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast is good, room is clean and spacious, close to national park and place to skii
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ekaterina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing breakfast included in the room cost 7-10am, got a free upgrade to a suite with a personal sauna in our room, perfectly located in the middle of the village. Maybe 5-7 minute walk to the top of the village and 20th to the downhill ski resort. 3 min walk to the trails. Everything was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice room good service

Nice superior room with sauna. Friendly service in reception and restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jonas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was every morning the exact same options. Scrambled eggs were terrible, meatballs questionsble, very few cheeses and hams and the ones they had were the supermarket packages cheeses and meats… probably the breads were the only appealing part in the breakfast buffet and coffee was also good but overall a bit disappointing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotels.com advertises a games room but there’s no such thing here. Room was nice enough - breakfast was in a very dated room and not great I couldn’t even eat the scrambled eggs as were horrible. Staff gave us incorrect info about airport bus.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed low season. Rooms were clean and well maintained. Lack of lift problematic with suitcases.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Esa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Room with a view <3

Everything worked and staff was super nice. Unfortunately the kitchen was closed due to low season..
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fred-Are

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Santa`s hotel Tunturi

Great place to stay except the breakfast arrangement. I droppet the breakfast the second day, didn`t want to stay in a queue for 25 minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Spacious for solo traveler, but not very clean

Stayed in Studio with Sauna. The room was spacious enough for solo traveler, and a small kitchen was available which was good. Sauna worked well. But the building was quite old, and the bedroom was a bit cold when sleeping. Looked not very clean, and there was some uncomfortable smell at shower room.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Inari

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Ok
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Karine

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible! We arrived there at 11pm and freezing cold temperatures, they gave us the wrong apartment number and we were waiting for 40 minutes for someone to appear and just said to us: ah, your apartment number is the one on the side. I called them multiple times and nothing before! It was extremely disrespectful. The room did not have proper heating and no extra blankets… terrible
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Srikkanth

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Uncomfortable stay

Although it was too hot at night, there were no fans to borrow and not possible to open the window so difficult to sleep at night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness
Check in closes at 10.00.p.m. at a major tourist area. The plane with tourists from the capital, Helsinki, does not arrive at the closest airfield until 10.30.p.m. They need to consider this. The afterhours lockbox is situated outside. It was minus 25 Celsius and dark when we arrived. The lockboxes inside need two fingers for the metal buttons on either side. I still have peeling finger skin two weeks later from having to touch them. The lockbox should be situated in an inside lobby - very poor. There are multiple buildings in this complex and not well lit, so you have to find your in the dark and the cold and pulling your suitcase through snow.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kengo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
My impressions after staying during October when the snow hadn't yet accumulated. The building where my room was located had few guests. The room was old and simple but comfortable to use. If I come to Saariselkä again in the future, I would like to stay here again. (Good) - The hotel staff were friendly. They listened patiently to my broken English and gave clear answers. - I used the sauna daily. It was a standard electric stove sauna, but since no one else used it at the same time, I had it all to myself and enjoyed it comfortably. - The breakfast menu had plenty of variety and was delicious. - I had dinner once at the hotel restaurant, and it was delicious. - The K-Market in the village wasn't too far away, so shopping for groceries and such was no trouble. - Right next to the hotel was a trail into Urho Kekkonen National Park. I enjoyed the silence while walking the trail. (Bad) - I think the facilities are old. The door to my room didn't fit well and required a bit of a knack to open and close. I mentioned at checkout that the front desk staff should probably get it repaired.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Laetitia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Si vous prenez une chambre basique ne vous attendez pas à être dans le bâtiment où l'on peut voir la belle entrée et les beaux espaces. Vous serez dans un bâtiment indépendant à 500m qui fait beaucoup moins rêver. La chambre était très petite avec 3 lits au milieu de la pièce et il n'y a aucun rangement pour les affaires donc il faut garder ses valises dans le seul espace restant, il n'était donc pas possible de circuler. La literie n'est pas de qualité avec des matelas très mous. L'état général est correct mais ancien. En revanche c'était plutôt calme et relativement bien isolé. Le sol chaud de la salle de bain était très appréciable. Le petit déjeuner se trouve dans un autre bâtiment, il y a du choix et l'accueil est agréable.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ayaka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
客室は広く綺麗で良かったです。 ただ本館より離れた場所にあり雪の方辿り着くことが大変でした。 3階のお部屋でしたが、エレベーターがなく階段だったのも体力をかなり消耗しました。 冷蔵庫やレンジもあり、ティーバーもたくさんあり良かったです。
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jaakko

Disliked: Cleanliness
Huoneen kunto ja siisteys ei ollut kohillaan. Esim ei saippuaa vessassa.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Riko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
建物は古いかもしれませんが室内は綺麗でトイレやお風呂などの水回りも問題なく使えました！シャワーこ水圧がちょっと弱いですがそんなに気になりません。 時期が11月末で外はマイナス20℃近い日もありましたが室内は暖かく過ごしやすかったです！サウナも付いていますが、サウナ後は部屋の中で半袖を着ていたくらいです。 受付の棟から少し離れており3分くらい歩きますが若い人は全然問題無いと思います。朝食が無料で付いているのですが無料とは思えないクオリティで、とっても美味しかったです！ ホテル横のツアーデスクのオーロラツアーにも参加し、ばっちり見れました！ サーリセルカは街自体もとても静かで30分くらいで回れるくらいの規模で、徒歩圏内にスーパーもあり、また訪れたい場所です！
泊まった棟の前の景色
朝食
本館入り口前
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michiyo

Liked: Cleanliness
チェックインする際、先客の対応に時間がかかり、かなり待たされた。受付が一人しかおらず、なかなか対応してもらえなかったのが残念。 暗い時間の到着で、宿泊ロッジが見つけられず、困りました。それ以外は、おおむね、満足。
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jaana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hyvä hotelli, palvelu erittäin hyvää ja aamiainen kattava. Ilmastointi olisi hyvä huoneessa olla ainakin näin helteellä. Keskeinen sijainti.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Helteellä huone oli tukalan kuuma. Ei mitenkään lapsiystävällinen hotelli
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ari

Liked: Cleanliness
Hybä hotelli keskeiselöä sijainnilla Saariselällä
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Veldig bra
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SHUJI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
サウナを満喫してしました！
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Antti

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ala-arvoinen majoitus

Standard-huone ostettu etukäteen netissä. Paikanpäällä selvisi että kyse on economy luokan huoneesta kaikkein kauimmassa parakkirakennuksessa. Kylpyhuone täysin ala-arvoinen. Parkkipaikkoja ei ole, autot jalkakäytävillä ja nurmikoilla. Ei hissiä. Huone kellaritiloissa, betoniseinät ja pieni ikkuna katonrajassa. Reklamoitu hotellille heti saavuttaessa, ei muutosta.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024