At a glance
Glass Resort ranks #2 of 14 resorts in our Lapland comparison with 9.1/10. It is in Rovaniemi, Santa Claus Village, about 3 km from Rovaniemi Airport. Units range from 44 m² to 320 m² and sleep up to 9 guests. Its strongest scores are location & access (9.8) and privacy & wellness (9.6). Guests rate it 9.5/10 on average across 1,161 reviews. Rates start from about €528 per night for two (half board only in winter).
Our verdict
Glass Resort sits in a small forest area inside Santa Claus Village, a few minutes from Rovaniemi Airport. Its 24 Premium Glass Apartments (44 m²) have a living area downstairs and a loft bedroom under a heated glass ceiling, plus a private sauna and a private outdoor hot tub.
Three Deluxe Glass Apartments (120 m², two bedrooms) suit families, and the Premium Lodge sleeps nine. Restaurant Gallis gets strong reviews; in winter only half-board rates are sold.
Guests love the privacy and the staff. The loft staircase is steep and narrow, and the Santa Claus Village location means more light and people around than a hill or wilderness site. Peak rates on Booking.com were around €1,500 a night for January 2027.
Score breakdown
- Stay
- 9.0
- Privacy
- 9.6
- Guest ratings
- 9.5
- Dining, spa
- 8.4
- Location
- 9.8
- Value for money
- 7.4
Weighted total 9.1/10. How we score.
Rooms compared
| Room | Size | Guests | Glass roof | Own sauna | Hot tub |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium Glass Apartment | 44 m² | 4 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Deluxe Glass Apartment | 120 m² | 6 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Premium Lodge | 320 m² | 9 | No | Yes | Yes |
Guest ratings
Average on a 10-point scale: 9.5 from 1,161 reviews. Checked 7 Oct 2026; ratings change over time.
Strengths and drawbacks
Strengths
- Private sauna and hot tub in every apartment
- 3 km from the airport
- Excellent restaurant and staff
Watch out for
- Steep, narrow loft stairs
- Among the highest winter prices in Rovaniemi
- Busier Santa Claus Village surroundings
On site and nearby
- Restaurant
- ✓ Yes
- Spa
- No
- Breakfast included
- ✓ Yes
- Aurora alert
- n/a
Activities: Husky, reindeer and snowmobile safaris (partners), Aurora hunts, Walk to Santa Claus Village.
Getting there: About 3 km from Rovaniemi Airport (RVN).
Who should stay at Glass Resort
A great fit for: couples, families. If you want the highest-rated all-round stay, compare it with our #1, SkyView Igloo Resort.
Consider alternatives if any of these would spoil the trip for you: steep, narrow loft stairs; among the highest winter prices in Rovaniemi; busier Santa Claus Village surroundings.
Glass Resort: frequently asked questions
Does Glass Resort have a glass roof?
Some units do: Premium Glass Apartment and Deluxe Glass Apartment. Check the room table above for which room types have a glass roof.
Does Glass Resort have a private sauna or hot tub?
Every unit has a private sauna, and every unit has a private hot tub. That puts it among the very few resorts in Lapland where both come with the room.
How much does Glass Resort cost per night?
Expect from about €528 per night for two, rising to around €1,505 for larger units or peak winter dates (half board only in winter). Prices are dynamic, so check the live rate for your dates.
How far is Glass Resort from the airport?
Glass Resort is about 3 km from Rovaniemi Airport (RVN). Most guests arrive by taxi or a transfer arranged by the resort.
Is Glass Resort good for families?
The largest units sleep up to 9 guests and are up to 320 m². We rate it a good fit for families.
What do guests say about Glass Resort?
Guests rate it 9.5/10 on average (1,161 reviews on Google, Tripadvisor and Booking.com). They most often praise: private sauna and hot tub in every apartment, 3 km from the airport and excellent restaurant and staff. The most common drawbacks: steep, narrow loft stairs and among the highest winter prices in Rovaniemi.
Where does Glass Resort rank among Lapland resorts?
#2 overall in our current ranking of Lapland's best resorts, with a weighted score of 9.1/10 across rooms, privacy, guest ratings, facilities, access and value.