There will be two weekly flights between Tromsø and Rovaniemi that are operated by 68-seater ATR aircraft on Thursdays and Saturdays. The connections will be operated as tag flights: Helsinki-Rovaniemi-Tromsø and Tromsø-Rovaniemi-Helsinki. The flight time between Rovaniemi and Tromsø is 1.5 hours. The flights will begin on 2 December 2023 and continue until 30 March 2024. Finnair also operates to Tromsø from its home base of Helsinki.
"The Arctic nature and high-quality travel experiences appeal to travellers from various parts of the world, such as Asia and Central Europe," says Antti Tolvanen, SVP Network & Revenue Management at Finnair. "With this new connection, visitors to the Arctic region can conveniently combine both Lapland and Northern Norway in one trip."
Rovaniemi is the capital of Lapland and is an urban city surrounded by arctic nature, where Lappish culture and a wide range of activities meet. The tourist authority promises that in Rovaniemi you can visit Santa Claus and cross the Arctic Circle every day of the year.
Yes, the city’s most famous resident can be visited any day you like in the Santa Claus Village right on the Arctic Circle, it's an attraction that draws more than 500,000 annual visitors from all around the world. Santa Claus’ original home lies in the mysterious Korvatunturi (“Ear Fell”) in Finnish Lapland. Since the exact location is a secret only known to a chosen few, he decided to establish an office in Rovaniemi, the capital of Lapland, in 1985. Rovaniemi received the status of the Official Hometown of Santa Claus in 2010.
But there is way more than just meeting Santa you can do in and around Rovaniemi, such as biking, cycling, hiking, snowboarding, ice treks, fishing, floating, zoo tours, ice breaker tours, husky rides, saunas, local crafts and of course food! Find out more at Visit Rovaniemi - the Official Hometown of Santa Claus
Here are some of the top hotels and places to stay in and around the city.
Arctic City Hotel is a modern, family-owned hotel set in the very centre of the town of Rovaniemi. The warm and personal service as well as delicious cuisine create a cozy base for business and pleasure.
ARCTIC LIGHT HOTEL
The Arctic Light Hotel is a multi-award-winning, family-owned boutique hotel situated in the heart of Lapland-Rovaniemi. Experience the stylish Arctic hideaway offering a unique combination of Lappish heritage and the ultimate in contemporary style.
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ARCTIC SNOWHOTEL & GLASS IGLOOS
The luxury of sleeping under a 360º glass roof and the unique experience of staying in a hotel made of only snow and ice.
ARCTIC TREEHOUSE HOTEL
Welcome to the luxury comfort of the first Arctic TreeHouse Hotel. We offer you a brand new way to experience the Arctic Circle and the beauty of the Northern Lights in the nest-like atmosphere of our thoughtfully designed suites.
BEANA LAPONIA
Beana Laponia is a wilderness boutique hotel that offers guests personal service and unforgettable activities in small groups. Adults only
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GLASS RESORT
Luxury accommodation in Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi. Glass Resort offers a glass igloo-type accommodation with more space and a luxury feel with a private outdoor hot spa and sauna.
GOLDEN CIRCLE SUITES
With these exclusive Golden Circle Suites, we want You to find happiness, excitement, magic and beauty of Lapland, at the Arctic Circle.
HAAWE BOUTIQUE APART HOTEL
HAAWE is a design hotel located in Finland. We offer unique rooms in the centre of Rovaniemi. Everything in our hotel is inspired by the nature of Lapland. Hotel in Rovaniemi | Haawe Boutique Apart Hotel
HOLIDAY SUITES - SANTA CLAUS HOLIDAY VILLAGE
These spacious, elegantly furnished suites are full of bright light and modern design with traditional features. Each suite has a separate living room and bedroom, a terrace with a forest view, and a bathroom with a sauna.
HOTEL AAKENUS
Hotel Aakenus – a family-owned hotel just a few steps away from the city centre of Rovaniemi. We offer good quality rooms with a cosy atmosphere for affordable rates.
HOTEL METSÄHIRVAS
Hotel Metsähirvas is from the 1920s and it is one of the rare buildings in Rovaniemi which has remained after the Second World War. The hotel has 23 personal rooms and some rooms have a view to the Kemijoki River.
HOTEL VARTIOSAARI - THE AURORA ISLAND
Hotel Vartiosaari is located on an island in the middle of the River Kemijoki, only 10 minutes from Rovaniemi. 11 rooms are decorated with Finnish design classics.
ISO-SYÖTE ARCTIC HILLTOP BOUTIQUE HOTEL
We provide all items for excellent and exciting Lapland holiday experiences!
KÄTKÄVAARA AURORA APARTMENTS AND IGLOOS
One of the best places for following the Northern Lights. Accommodation in fully equipped holiday apartments.
LAPLAND HOTELS BEAR'S LODGE
Lapland Hotels Bear’s Lodge in Rovaniemi is a magnificent wilderness hotel. This hotel will make a splendid setting for a relaxing holiday, a productive meeting or a special occasion.
LAPLAND HOTELS OUNASVAARA CHALETS
In Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets, quality accommodation and the traditional Lappish menus of restaurant Thulia will guarantee you an enjoyable stay only 3 km from the centre of Rovaniemi.
LAPLAND HOTELS SKY OUNASVAARA
On top of the hill Ounasvaara, Rovaniemi, in the middle of Lappish nature you’ll find Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara, an ideal hotel for a leisure or business traveler.
NOVA SKYLAND HOTEL
Nestled in the serene nature of Lapland, Nova Skyland Hotel offers a unique experience in high-quality lodgings with friendly and attentive service.
OCTOLA PRIVATE WILDERNESS
Octola Private Wilderness is a year-round, exclusive luxury retreat with its own private wilderness and wildlife. Your stay in Octola Private Wilderness is fully catered and comes with a selection of local experiences that let you fully immerse in the local way of life. OCTOLA - Private Wilderness
ORIGINAL SOKOS HOTEL VAAKUNA ROVANIEMI
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna, located in the centre of Rovaniemi, Lapland, is a high-class, international hotel featuring Lappish hospitality.
RANUA RESORT ARCTIC IGLOOS
Arctic Fox Igloos are located on the peaceful shores of Lake Ranuanjärvi, far from the disturbance of light pollution.
SANTA CLAUS HOLIDAY VILLAGE
Santa Claus Holiday Village offers hotel-standard accommodation in cabins at the Arctic Circle, in the heart of Santa Claus Village.
SANTA'S HOTEL RUDOLF
Santa's Hotel Rudolf is cozy and non-smoking hostel located only 600 m from the centre of Rovaniemi. The hotel is part of the family-owned Santa's Hotels chain.
Santa's Hotel Santa Claus is a high-quality hotel and it's located in the centre of Rovaniemi at the Lordi's Square and along the promenade.
SANTA’S IGLOOS ARCTIC CIRCLE
Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle, premium glass igloos by Santa's Hotel Santa Claus are located in the Santa Claus Village on the Arctic Circle in Rovaniemi, Lapland.
SANTASPORT APARTMENT HOTEL
Have a nice stay at Santasport Apartment Hotel! All our rooms have a cosy interior with good amenities for your stay!
SANTASPORT SPORTHOTEL
Spacious Sporthotel rooms, a wide variety of wellbeing services and the amazing nature of Ounasvaara - more than just a regular night at the hotel!
SCANDIC POHJANHOVI
Scandic Pohjanhovi is a legend of the North; a truly versatile and Lappish meeting place where guests from all over the world feel at home.
SCANDIC POLAR
Scandic Polar is a cosy and comfortable hotel open during the winter season from December to March. The hotel is located right in the city centre of Rovaniemi.
SCANDIC ROVANIEMI CITY
A calm and cosy hotel right in the centre of Rovaniemi. The stylishly refurbished rooms and extensive room selection cater for all needs.
VILLA HAPPY FOX
Villa Happy Fox is small and intimate with four luxury suites in the middle of the forest, but only 15 minutes from Rovaniemi city centre or from Santa Claus Village.
WILDERNESS HOTEL INARI
Wilderness Hotel Inari offers breathtaking views and it´s an ideal location for aurora watching. The hotel unites an exquisite blend of comfort and wilderness-themed style with good-quality services.
WILDERNESS HOTEL MUOTKA
This family-owned hotel is a romantic place located in Kakslauttanen area. In Muotka you can accommodate in hotel rooms, log cabins, sauna suites and aurora cabins.
WILDERNESS HOTEL NANGU
This family-owned boutique hotel is located in the southern shore of Inari Lake. The hotel is built up from stunning logs which give the authentic Lappish feeling for your stay.
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