Wilderness Hotel Muotka is a lovingly renovated family-run property set in a secluded snow-laden winter wonderland, 15km from Saariselkä village. Its idyllic location, on the edge of the pristine Urho-Kekkonen National Park, guarantees minimal light pollution and an increased potential for seeing the Northern Lights, simply by stepping outside the Lodge's front door.
The Lodge radiates an atmosphere of warmth and relaxation from the moment you arrive. The reception building has a restaurant with open fireplace, small lounge and bar and we really rate the buffet food here. The Lodge sauna has separate times for men and women, and is also bookable for private use (payable locally). There is also an outdoor fireplace, shelter and Sámi kota hut.
We have included a full range of daytime arctic activities, including carefully selected husky, reindeer and snowmobile safaris. You can also enjoy these special surroundings by snowshoe or cross-country skis on a network of over 300km of prepared trails. In the evenings we've included aurora hunts where Muotka's expert Guides will take you in search of the Northern Lights by minibus, snowmobile or snowmobile-pulled sled.
'Muotka 7 Night Adventure' is the most popular way to book, and is the price shown. You can also book this as part of our 'Muotka 2-Centre Adventure', with the first half of the week being spent in Saariselkä. Read the full examaple itineraries on the links provided.
As well as the activities listed, Christmas Week also includes gingerbread baking, tree decorating and a visit from Santa with a small gift for all the children on Christmas Eve.
New Year Week also includes a bonfire, midnight fireworks and a glass of sparkling wine on New Year's Eve. There are festive dinners on both dates including Lappish specialties.
Special Aurora Cabin upgrade overnight: £99 per adult + £69 per child
The Lodge owners, Jouko and Mari, and their very friendly staff, have years of expertise in arranging holidays in locations that are specifically designed to provide guests with the best possible opportunities for witnessing the Northern Lights.
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Rooms
The accommodation choices in the Muotka Wilderness lodge include:
Wilderness Hotel Muotka has breakfast, lunch and dinner included in their packages, along with complimentary tea and coffee throughout the day. Breakfast is buffet style with hot and cold options and lunch is either picnic style around an open fire on excursions, or served at the main Lodge. Dinner is a hearty three courses with choices for each course, and waiter served.
Board basis options available
This property caters for the following special dietary requirements
Please advise of any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking.
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•Urho Kekkonen National Park •Easy skiing •Local cuisine
As well as being a popular place for panning, Saariselkä is a goldmine of winter wonderland activities. With a stunning national park on your doorstep, you can explore the snowy surroundings on foot, skis, snowmobile or even reindeer before coming home to your cosy cabin or hotel.
Great for •Meet Santa •Northern Lights •Off-slope activities
Snow Report: Top cm, Bottom cm
Snow Forecast: cm expected this week
Snow History: December average depth 27cm
Approx. airport transfer times depend on conditions:
Ivalo | 32 km, 30 mins |
Region: | Northern Lapland, Finland |
First opened: | 1970s |
Saariselka lift pass price last reported as 200€ (adult 6 day). Ask for a quote when booking Wilderness Hotel Muotka.
Night skiing: Yes
Saariselka has N, E, W facing slopes.
Usually open for skiing November - May.
Town altitude: | 265m |
Top of slopes: | 438m |
Bottom of piste: | 260m |
Vertical drop: | 180m |
Total length of trails: | 10km |
Longest piste: | 1.3km |
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