At a glance
Star Arctic Hotel ranks #12 of 14 resorts in our Lapland comparison with 7.4/10. It is in Saariselkä, Kaunispää fell, about 28 km from Ivalo Airport. Units range from 20 m² to 35 m² and sleep up to 4 guests. Its strongest scores are guest ratings (8.8) and dining, spa & activities (7.8). Guests rate it 8.8/10 on average across 1,366 reviews. Rates start from about €360 per night for two (breakfast included).
Our verdict
Star Arctic Hotel stands on top of Kaunispää fell, a few kilometres above Saariselkä village, with views over Urho Kekkonen National Park. Its eight Aurora Glass Cabins (20 m²) have a three-panel glass roof above the bed rather than a full dome.
The Aurora Sauna Suites (35 m²) swap the glass roof for wall-sized windows and add a private sauna. The restaurant and lounge bar get good marks, and the slopes start at the door.
Guests mention small cabins with little storage, wet-room bathrooms and expensive food and drink.
Score breakdown
- Stay
- 7.2
- Privacy
- 6.0
- Guest ratings
- 8.8
- Dining, spa
- 7.8
- Location
- 7.4
- Value for money
- 7.6
Weighted total 7.4/10. How we score.
Rooms compared
| Room | Size | Guests | Glass roof | Own sauna | Hot tub |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Glass Cabin | 20 m² | 3 | Yes | No | No |
| Aurora Sauna Suite | 35 m² | 4 | No | Yes | No |
Guest ratings
Average on a 10-point scale: 8.8 from 1,366 reviews. Checked 7 Oct 2026; ratings change over time.
Strengths and drawbacks
Strengths
- Fell-top panorama
- Ski-to-door
- Good restaurant
Watch out for
- Glass cabins only 20 m²
- Partial glass roof, not a dome
- Steep access to the village
On site and nearby
- Restaurant
- ✓ Yes
- Spa
- No
- Breakfast included
- ✓ Yes
- Aurora alert
- ✓ Yes
Activities: Husky safaris, Snowmobiling, Reindeer experiences, Downhill skiing, Ice fishing.
Getting there: About 28 km from Ivalo Airport (IVL).
Who should stay at Star Arctic Hotel
A great fit for: skiers, couples. 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: glass cabins only 20 m²; partial glass roof, not a dome; steep access to the village.
Star Arctic Hotel: frequently asked questions
Does Star Arctic Hotel have a glass roof?
Some units do: Aurora Glass Cabin. Check the room table above for which room types have a glass roof.
Does Star Arctic Hotel have a private sauna or hot tub?
Some units have 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 Star Arctic Hotel cost per night?
Expect from about €360 per night for two, rising to around €499 for larger units or peak winter dates (breakfast included). Prices are dynamic, so check the live rate for your dates.
How far is Star Arctic Hotel from the airport?
Star Arctic Hotel is about 28 km from Ivalo Airport (IVL). Most guests arrive by taxi or a transfer arranged by the resort.
Is Star Arctic Hotel good for families?
The largest units sleep up to 4 guests. It is best suited to skiers and couples.
What do guests say about Star Arctic Hotel?
Guests rate it 8.8/10 on average (1,366 reviews on Google, Tripadvisor and Booking.com). They most often praise: fell-top panorama, ski-to-door and good restaurant. The most common drawbacks: glass cabins only 20 m² and partial glass roof, not a dome.
Where does Star Arctic Hotel rank among Lapland resorts?
#12 overall in our current ranking of Lapland's best resorts, with a weighted score of 7.4/10 across rooms, privacy, guest ratings, facilities, access and value.