A Boutique Jewel in the Heart of Rovaniemi

Arctic Light Hotel is a family-owned boutique hotel located in central Rovaniemi, in the former city hall building originally designed by architect Ferdinand Salokangas.  The property merges historic character with modern design, offering an elegant, intimate base for exploring Lapland. 

Rooms & Atmosphere

The hotel features individually themed rooms and suites, with evocative names like Magic, Polar, and Christmas Cabin. Interior design blends modern and traditional touches think black marble bathrooms, backlit “starry sky” headboards, and crisp Scandinavian lines. Some suites even include mini kitchenettes. 

Rooms typically include amenities such as flat-screen TVs, minibars, tea/coffee making facilities, robes and slippers, and private bathrooms with bath or shower. 

Dining & Common Areas

The hotel’s Arctic Boulevard Restaurant emphasizes regional ingredients from Lappish nature, game, fish, local produce, with menus that evolve by season. In the evenings, the Lasiterassi bar provides a relaxed setting for cocktails, local brews, and ambiance with DJ music and a local crowd. 

Public areas include a lounge bar, sauna, and terrace. The design aesthetic seeks to evoke the magic of northern skies, with lighting and motifs reinforcing a connection to Arctic nature. 

Location & Access

Arctic Light Hotel is centrally situated: around 8 km from Rovaniemi Airport and the Santa Claus Village. It’s just 200 meters from the Sampokeskus shopping center and about 800 meters from the Arktikum science museum. The hotel also offers free WiFi and parking. 

Eco & Cultural Consciousness

Arctic Light Hotel is a partner of the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and participates in awareness efforts around climate change and polar bear habitat conservation. The hotel emphasizes sustainable hospitality aligned with its Arctic setting. 

For more information please check the official website of the hotel www.arcticlighthotel.fi