#3 of 14Rovaniemi · Santa Claus Village·Two-floor suites · Nordic cottages

Nova Skyland Hotel review

Big, well-designed suites with saunas at a fair price. No glass roofs, so aurora watching happens at the window.

8.4
Excellent
+1.1 to the leader

At a glance

Nova Skyland Hotel ranks #3 of 14 resorts in our Lapland comparison with 8.4/10. It is in Rovaniemi, Santa Claus Village, about 3 km from Rovaniemi Airport. Units range from 34 m² to 82 m² and sleep up to 8 guests. Its strongest scores are location & access (9.6) and guest ratings (9.1). Guests rate it 9.1/10 on average across 1,535 reviews. Rates start from about €275 per night for two (breakfast included).

Our verdict

Nova Skyland's Aurora Suites are 56 m² over two floors, with two bathrooms and a private sauna. Nordic Cottages add a fireplace and kitchenette, and the 82 m² Luxury Cottage sleeps eight.

There are no glass roofs; the Honeymoon Suite has a skylight above the bed and every unit has large windows. The hotel is walkable to Santa Claus Village and three kilometres from the airport.

Guests praise the space, cleanliness and design. Complaints focus on strict booking policies and uneven restaurant service at busy times.

Score breakdown

Stay
8.8
Privacy
7.4
Guest ratings
9.1
Dining, spa
7.4
Location
9.6
Value for money
8.6

Weighted total 8.4/10. How we score.

Rooms compared

RoomSizeGuestsGlass roofOwn saunaHot tub
Aurora Suite56 m²4NoYesNo
Aurora Honeymoon Suite
Skylight above the bed
34 m²3NoYesNo
Nordic Cottage56 m²5NoYesNo
Luxury Nordic Cottage82 m²8NoYesNo

Guest ratings

Google
4.6/5
499 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.4/5
210 reviews
#1 of 20 inns in Rovaniemi
Booking.com
9.3/10
826 reviews

Average on a 10-point scale: 9.1 from 1,535 reviews. Checked 7 Oct 2026; ratings change over time.

Strengths and drawbacks

Strengths

  • 56 m² suites with a private sauna
  • Good value for the space
  • Minutes from the airport

Watch out for

  • No glass roof
  • Strict cancellation and check-out policies
  • Some units face other buildings

On site and nearby

Restaurant
✓ Yes
Spa
No
Breakfast included
✓ Yes
Aurora alert
n/a

Activities: Husky rides, Snowmobile tours, Northern lights photography tours.

Getting there: About 3 km from Rovaniemi Airport (RVN).

Who should stay at Nova Skyland

A great fit for: families, groups. 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: no glass roof; strict cancellation and check-out policies; some units face other buildings.

Nova Skyland: frequently asked questions

Does Nova Skyland Hotel have a glass roof?

No. Nova Skyland has no glass-roof rooms. See our ranking of the best glass igloo hotels for alternatives.

Does Nova Skyland Hotel have a private sauna or hot tub?

Every unit has a private sauna, and no unit has a private hot tub. Shared or bookable saunas may be available on site at extra cost.

How much does Nova Skyland Hotel cost per night?

Expect from about €275 per night for two, rising to around €990 for larger units or peak winter dates (breakfast included). Prices are dynamic, so check the live rate for your dates.

How far is Nova Skyland Hotel from the airport?

Nova Skyland is about 3 km from Rovaniemi Airport (RVN). Most guests arrive by taxi or a transfer arranged by the resort.

Is Nova Skyland Hotel good for families?

The largest units sleep up to 8 guests and are up to 82 m². We rate it a good fit for families.

What do guests say about Nova Skyland Hotel?

Guests rate it 9.1/10 on average (1,535 reviews on Google, Tripadvisor and Booking.com). They most often praise: 56 m² suites with a private sauna, good value for the space and minutes from the airport. The most common drawbacks: no glass roof and strict cancellation and check-out policies.

Where does Nova Skyland Hotel rank among Lapland resorts?

#3 overall in our current ranking of Lapland's best resorts, with a weighted score of 8.4/10 across rooms, privacy, guest ratings, facilities, access and value.

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