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Santa Claus Holiday Village

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#2 of 12 hotels in Rovaniemi
Location
4.6
Cleanliness
4.6
Service
4.5
Value
4.2
Travelers' Choice
Hotel-standard cottage accommodation at the Arctic Circle, heart of Santa Claus Village. Our cabins are all equipped with up-to-date facilities, such as private saunas, bathrooms, kitchenette and terrace. There's no better way to enjoy your stay. From your cabin just a minute or two walk to Santa Claus Main Office. All activities & excursions, such as Reindeer rides, Husky dog sledge rides, snowmobile rides, etc.. available on the village.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Sauna
Free breakfast
Hiking
Entertainment staff
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Snack bar
Special diet menus
Car hire
Taxi service
Banquet room
Baggage storage
Convenience store
Gift shop
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Shops
24-hour front desk
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Room features
Soundproof rooms
Interconnected rooms available
Private balcony
Seating area
Kitchenette
Microwave
Flatscreen TV
Hair dryer
Refrigerator
Kitchenware
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Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Family
Languages Spoken
English, Finnish, German, Swedish
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4.5 of 5 bubbles1,177 reviews
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Nestled in a whimsical setting, the Santa Claus Holiday Village is lauded for its enchanting atmosphere, complete with festive decorations and picturesque views. While the rooms are generally praised for their comfort, including cozy beds and an in-room sauna, the cleaning services have not met all guests' expectations. Although the location is a stone's throw from the village attractions and the airport, some visitors feel the experience doesn't justify the premium cost, with a few labeling it a 'tourist trap.'
Location
Convenient
Atmosphere
Magical
Rooms
Comfortable
Value
Expensive
Cleanliness
Mixed
Service
Inconsistent
Amenities
Satisfactory
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Kathleen37 wrote a review Mar 2023
County Donegal, Ireland2154 contributions81 helpful votes
Loved staying here. Stayed in one of the suites which was really lovely. Excellent base - great that there is so much to do on site. Snowmobile, walking with reindeer, husky riding, reindeer slegh rides - wonderful!!! The kids were all beside themselves, but it was fantastic for the adults too!!! Will definitely be returning!!
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Santy R wrote a review Mar 2023
45 contributions83 helpful votes
An magic place for a magic experience. Just release your mind and let your soul fly to a world of dreams. The environment is amazing with stunning views. Notice you can meet Santa and It's a fantastic feeling from the depths of your childhood dreams. If you're lucky you'll find northern lights. The staff in the hotel, shops and all around the business are so polite and kind. The worst is the prices, so high, but this country is this way.
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Date of stay: October 2022
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LloydMarby wrote a review Mar 2023
Singapore10 contributions2 helpful votes
The best experience even without the luck of seeing Aurora Borealis in person. The tours we booked from Christmas House of Safari was so much fun too, especially because of Mr Esa (not sure of the spelling) who was soo kind and funny and witty. Good job!
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Elise wrote a review Mar 2023
2 contributions1 helpful vote
The reindeer safari we did was just perfect! We would definitely do it again. You feel like you’re in a fairytale. Sleighing with reindeer in a snowy environment. The reindeer owner is very kind to his reindeer, takes very good care of them and gives a lot of fun facts about the animals. The sleighs are very comfortable. You get a lot of time after your ride with the reindeer to take photos, pet them and give them some food. 5stars aren’t even enough! My mom and I will never forget this moment.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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john l wrote a review Feb 2023
Rocky River, Ohio16 contributions9 helpful votes
The cottages looks great and are convenient to the rest of Santa Claus Village. Most tours offer a pickup from Santa Claus Village. It is a brief walk to Santa Claus Park and the buses pick and drop off here.
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Rachael B wrote a review Feb 2023
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I loved the smell as you walked into the lobby and reception area. It was a great first impression! The hotel is very near the airport - we could hear planes arriving all day. The staff at the hotel and in the village are 50/50 on whether you get someone who is friendly or not. One lady I kept having the deal with, I’m pretty sure, never smiled ever. And she seemed pretty annoyed to have to talk to me in general 🤷🏼‍♀️ The Christmas Fire cocktail they serve at the 3 Elves Restaurant is amazing! One server recommended it and it was a perfect recommendation! We always looked forward to that at the end of the day! The cottages are spacious enough for a family of 4 (our kids are 7 and 6) and we loved that there was a sauna in there! That was fantastic after a day exploring.
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Date of stay: January 2023
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Ann-Marie B wrote a review Jan 2023
7 contributions1 helpful vote
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We stayed in SCHV for a week and had an amazing time. Clean lodges with a sauna, plenty of food options on site. Lovely staff. We had a private Santa visit booked aswell and Santa was absolutely fantastic. A small grocery store onsite would be great as lodges are self catering. They could do with adding pancakes to the breakfast buffet for the kids. It was fab to be able cross the Arctic circle in the evenings when the buses left, very magical. Would love to go back.
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Date of stay: January 2023
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Viridiana R wrote a review Jan 2023
Alcobendas, Spain1 contribution2 helpful votes
For our family it was a truly precious experience. I have seen a few not so good reviews, but we don't seem to share those thoughts at all. We stayed for 5 nights (Dec 30th 2022 - January 3rd 2023). The hotel is like being inside a Christmas movie..absolutely beautiful. Yes, it is expensive, and yes, all the attractions (inside and outside the hotel) are too, but we all knew that prior to go. If you are not willing to spend that much money, don't go. For me, it was worth every euro. We had so much fun, my kids were blown away with all the magic of the place (and us adults, too!). We got to see the auroras in one of the safaris (totally magical - but they do NOT guarantee you to actually get to see them, which for me is totally understandable..If you don't get that, do NOT go).
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Date of stay: December 2022
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LittleLadyTraveller wrote a review Jan 2023
Upminster, United Kingdom119 contributions69 helpful votes
We had the pleasure of this experience, thinking we would have to get ready and head out to a place to meet Santa. Even better, they give you an estimated time and Santa comes to your room! He let himself into the building (proving his magic), then politely knocks. Our kids were blown away by having him make this exceptional visit to us. It is very well constructed and a truly memorable treat for those lucky enough to be chosen for this magical moment.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Doreen S wrote a review Dec 2022
Ledyard, Connecticut131 contributions76 helpful votes
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We stayed at SCHV from Dec 23-26. Overall the experience was pretty magical, and it was super convenient being next to Santa Claus Village and all of the attractions, which made it easy to go back to the cottage to rest when we needed a break. We stayed in a superior cottage with breakfast included at Three Elves. Overall the food was good here but Three elves always seemed severely understaffed- that’s another review. Regarding the cabin- overall it was clean and well-appointed with a small fridge, microwave, stovetop, sink, dishes, silverware, and dishwasher. You could cook some of your own food if you wanted to. The bathroom includes a sauna, with a non- enclosed shower next to it that doesn’t have any shelf or place to put your shampoo or body wash so they’re just sitting on
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Date of stay: December 2022
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PRICE RANGE
$129 - $305 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
santa claus holiday village hotel rovaniemi
LOCATION
FinlandLaplandRovaniemi
NUMBER OF ROOMS
74
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