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Giellajohka

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Inari hotel

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
2920 Karigasniementie, Inari, 99910
  • Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church
  • Inari Church
  • Sámi Museum Siida

Room options

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Basic Double Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Cottage | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Cottage

  • 258 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Cabin (Taiga) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Cabin (Taiga)

  • 538 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Studio | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Cabin (Routa) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Cabin (Routa)

  • 538 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Triple Room (Shared Kitchen) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Triple Room (Shared Kitchen)

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Triple Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Cabin (Halla)

Deluxe Cabin (Halla) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Cabin (Halla)

  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Basic Quadruple Room (Shared Kitchen) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Quadruple Room (Shared Kitchen)

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Inari

On riverwalk.Stay at this Inari hotel and you'll be within 20 miles (32 km) of Kevo Trail and Sulaojan Nature Trail.

What's nearby

  • Kevo Trail - 29 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • Sulaojan Nature Trail - 29 min drive - 20.8 miles

Getting around

  • Ivalo (IVL) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muotkan Ruoktu - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Giellajohka

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Inari hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A sauna, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Giellajohka. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Inari hotel is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Giellajohka offers 9 accommodations with hair dryers. This Inari hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Finnish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Cross-country skiing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Sauna
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Snow sports gear
  • Snowshoeing
  • TV in common areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 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 ahead of time 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Giellajohka Hotel
Giellajohka Inari
Giellajohka Hotel Inari

Frequently asked questions

How close is Giellajohka to the airport?

Giellajohka is 67.9 mi (92-min drive) away from the Ivalo (IVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Giellajohka have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Giellajohka.

Does Giellajohka offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Giellajohka, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 15 per person. It's available every day from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Giellajohka?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Giellajohka?

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

Is there free parking at Giellajohka?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Giellajohka have a pool?

Giellajohka does not have a pool.

Does Giellajohka have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Giellajohka have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Giellajohka to downtown Inari?

Giellajohka is 27.7 mi away from Inari.

Giellajohka Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay in Giellajohka.The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The area was beautiful and peaceful and there was almost no light pollution.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

The best place I stayed in Finland.

Amazing location, great food, no light pollution, great views, nice people. Everything about this place was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priyank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property and very kind hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

kelvin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
River view stay very relax and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Barrie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Interesting place but not my type
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

rani

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Giellajohka for 6 days and wished we had longer. It was magic. The river cabins are cozy, warm and have a substantial kitchen. We enjoyed the in cabin sauna and the beautiful floor to ceiling window meant we enjoyed the aurora from our bed while having a cup of tea early in the morning. The property is run by Anita and her son Jouni and they are actively involved passionate hosts. We loved them and all the staff. The activities were well run, relaxed, intimate and so much fun. No mass tourism to be found. There are beautiful walk, ski and snowshoe tracks from your doorstep and all the gear to borrow. The food was good. We loved reindeer soup and the breakfasts, especially the pancakes with jam. Yum! Don’t hesitate booking it would be impossible to regret a stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

M

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service, beautiful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bardia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you want to enjoy the pure nature next to a river in the middle of nowhere the place is the best option. It is very calm and clean and the staffs are super nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

MARIA KRISELDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

MARIA KRISELDA

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

Wonderful stay

The people were really friendly and they made us feel right at home. Food was great especially the heavy breakfast, the apartment was clean, and the resident kitties and doggie were really adorable. The only comment we have is that the pillows were a bit small/low and the beds were too soft but this is based on one’s preference. We prefer firmer (and higher) pillows and memory foam beds (again, based on preference). All in all, our stay was lovely and we’ll definitey be back here again!❤️
Our Apartment for 3D 2N
Resto/Reception
Cozy area at the Resto/Recetion
Resident Kitty
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Virpi

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

Lovely property

Lovely property in wonderful area. Friendly service that made us feel very welcome. Beautiful area with plenty of outdoor activities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Samuli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Toni

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

Great place in the nature

Wonderful place surrounded by beautiful nature. We stayed in the Fisherman’s cottage which was very clean and comfortable with a view on the river - super nice! The restaurant was lovely and the owners, as well as the rest of the staff were friendly and great. We didn’t have breakfast but it looked delicious and plentiful. Would stay here again anytime!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Joe

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

Good

It is ok, very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chetan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I really loved the place! We stayed at the fisherman's cottage, and it was so comfortable! Good view to the river, where you can also swim! Breakfast was good and filling as well! Over all a very nice place to stay, would definitely recommed!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Heiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We felt at home right from the start. The surroundings, the peace and quiet, the food, the possibility to hire skis and snowshoes, the friendliness of all the staff and of course the northern lights and reindeer right on the doorstep. Simply a dream. We would love to come back and have already recommended it to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hébergement très bien situé, équipements et services à disposition complets. Personnel très agréable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vittorio

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

Una garanzia

Uno dei posti più belli della Lapponia
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seira

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
レンタカーでないとなかなか行けないような場所にあるホテルでしたが、思い出に残るとても良いところでした。本当におすすめです！！ 1.お部屋について コテージタイプで寝室には大きな窓がありオーロラを寝ながら観察ができます。 お部屋の前には湖があり、真っ白な雪が積もった景色は格別でした。 キッチンも付いており、ケトルや電子レンジもありました。また、そのほかにもお皿やキッチンペーパーもあったのでお部屋で自分たちの好きなものを食べることができたので良かったです。ホテルの周りには何もないので、もしお部屋で食べる場合は事前にスーパーで買っておくのが良いと思います。 バスルームはトイレとシャワーが一緒になっています。シャワー後は水びたしになりますので、宿泊される方はビーチサンダルが必須です。 2.朝食について 15ユーロで食べることができました。 利用する場合は当日に支払いをすればOKです。 温かいメニューがあったので、嬉しかったです。 3.アクティビティについて ホテルの敷地内にトナカイファームがあり、チェックインの時にトナカイの餌やり体験を申し込みました。30ユーロだったのでリーズナブルでしたし、とても可愛らしいトナカイたちに癒されました。もし申し込みをされる場合は午前中の時間がおすすめです。夕方は夜のように暗く、お顔があまり見えないからです。 4.サウナについて 予約制でフロントで申し込みが可能です。 サウナの外には水のプールがあり、温まった身体をそこでリフレッシュすることができます。 5.オーロラについて ホテルの方がwhat's upのグループを作成しており、日々のオーロラ出現の可能性をこちらでお知らせしてくれます。残念ながら私たちが宿泊した2泊とも見ることができませんでしたが、それ以降も登録したままでいると、他の日はとても綺麗なオーロラがバッチリ見えてました！次に訪れる際はもうすこしゆっくり滞在したいです。人気のようなので、長く滞在を予定している方は早めの予約をお勧めします。ほんとにホテル以外は何もないところなので真っ暗な中でみれる環境は最高だと思います。
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nunomura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
キャビンは清潔で、十分な広さがあります。家の中の暖炉を使えるので、冬でも部屋は暖かいです。部屋からは満天の星空とオーロラを見ることができ、とても贅沢な時間を過ごせました。私たちは二泊滞在し、一日目にはとても強いオーロラを見ることができました。 貸切サウナも広く、温度は90〜100℃くらいで、フィンランドまで来るサウナーにも満足できる温度で最高でした。レストランもとても美味しく、特にローカルフィッシュがおすすめです。 近くにはハイキングができる道もあり、退屈しませんでした。初心者コースでも結構な体力を使います。さらに、私はハスキーサファリを予約しましたが、これも最高でした！ぜひ一緒に予約することをお勧めします。雪の積もり方にもよりますが、今年は11月25日からサファリができるようになったとのことです。ただし、日本語の説明資料は不自然な日本語のため読めませんでした。英語が苦手な方は事前に予習していくことをお勧めします。 宿の方もとても親切で、フィンランドに行く機会があればぜひまた行きたいです！
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024