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Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos

3.5 star property
Eco-certified hotel with free breakfast and sauna

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Aurora Cabin
Riverside Log cabin
Riverside Log cabin
Aurora Cabin

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$352
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr

Explore the area

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Muotkantie 204, Sodankyla, Lapland, 99830
  • Urho Kekkonen National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ruijanpolku
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Saariselkä Ski Resort
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Ivalo (IVL)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Wilderness room

Wilderness room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
Desk
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Wilderness Premium Room

Wilderness Premium Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, Sauna

Superior Room, Sauna

Highlights

Sauna
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Aurora Cabin

Aurora Cabin

Highlights

Sauna
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Panorama Log Cabin

Panorama Log Cabin

Highlights

Fireplace
Sauna
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Riverside Log cabin

Riverside Log cabin

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Sodankyla

At Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos, you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Urho Kekkonen National Park and 9.9 km (6.2 mi) from Ruijanpolku. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, restaurant, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the sauna along with access to ecotours and bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a picnic area. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Sodankyla hotel include Saariselkä Ski Resort and Saariselkä Sport Resort.

What's nearby

  • Ruijanpolku - 9 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Saariselkä Ski Resort - 13 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Saariselkä Sport Resort - 13 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Pyhan Paavalin Chapel - 13 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Kaunispään Tower - 16 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Ivalo (IVL) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Suomen Latu Kiilopää - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Laanilan Kievari - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Igloo Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Piano Bar, Hotel Kakslauttanen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ikonen Room, Hotel Kakslauttanen - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos

Eco-certified hotel with free breakfast and sauna
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A sauna, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the eco-certified Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Sodankyla hotel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos offers 24 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, Finnish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Sauna

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 40.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 65
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 65 (from 4 to 17 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 40
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 40 (from 4 to 14 years old)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 110 per person (one-way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 40.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Wilderness Hotel Muotka Sodankyla
Wilderness Muotka Sodankyla
Wilderness Hotel Muotka
Wilderness Muotka & Igloos
Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos Hotel
Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos Sodankyla
Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos Hotel Sodankyla

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos?

Yep, Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos?

As of 4 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos on 1 Apr 2025 start from NZ$352.15, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos?

The closest beach to Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos is Ivalo River Beach (37.4 km).

Does Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary buffet brekkie is served at Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos?

No, pets are not allowed.

Wilderness Hotel Muotka & Igloos Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 144 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julien

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Answered all expectations. Activities well organized with amazing experiences. I recommend the log cabin with sauna for unforgettable times.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Kashish

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The property was nice and the staff was helpful however the language was a barrier can sometimes be a slight barrier but nevertheless the staff was very kind. The location is beautiful and very serene. The food is a real high point-we had a half board and both the breakfast and dinner were wonderful!! Really loved the food The only downside was that We were also told all the amenities were in our room for example cutlery and basics like shower gel however that was not the case for our room. Even the activities that we booked, we had to remind the team. Transportation to this hotel is a bit tricky in the winter, especially if you’re travelling by bus. We also had booked a private transfer to the airport however to our surprise when we got to the cab it was a minivan shared between 8-10 other people. Rest it was a great trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura Rose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay, we loved every minute. Food was so tasty and the staff were very helpful. We packed in as many activities as possible - Frank was great and super knowledgeable about the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing experience, all-around. The lodging, the food, the activities, the staff, the views, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel in a beautiful setting!
Really lovely place to stay, out in the wilds. There are lots of activities arranged by the hotel (at a price!) so you really don't have to go anywhere else. The hotel is beautifully decorated inside with a permanent Christmas theme (maybe not in the summer months?) The kitchen and dining room staff were excellent - so friendly, efficient, cheerful and helpful. My one criticism is that the reception staff did not help us take our luggage to our cabin and gave us poor directions as to how to find it in the snow and the cold and with the sun almost down. We had to drag heavy sledges full of suitcases ourselves and weren't sure exactly where to go. Paying so much per night for our stay, I would have expected our bags to have been taken for us. Also, our cabins were almost the furthest away possible from the main hotel building and, as a slightly older guest with some health issues (I can't walk very quickly and have some breathing issues), I would have preferred to be a bit nearer. I shall know to ask for a cabin nearer to reception next time, though the hotel says they can't guarantee a particular cabin when requests are sent beforehand. On that, the pre-stay help was also very good. The activities coordinators answered my many questions very patiently. My final comment is the activities are expensive compared to other providers in the area, but the guys who lead them are exceptional, particularly Pablo and Sara on the snowmobile reindeer farm trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love everything about it! Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Got own sauna in our igloo cabin. It was just perfect coz aurora came out when we were there. Food was good We availed the half board and it was convenient so you don't need to go out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Winter Wonderland - can't be beat!
Probably the best hotel / resort I've ever stayed in. We splurged for the Igloo and saw the Northern lights through the glass ceiling on our second night. Food was outstanding, especially considering it was a buffet, but you'd never know it. Staff were all incredible, super friendly, helpful and just some of the kindest people I've met. Will absolutely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

deborah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to see the auroras. Igloos were clean but could use some design changes when accomodating 2 singles. Two luggage stands would be nice, instead of 1 and hooks to hang coats would have been great. We used our tripods. We noticed some igloos had hooks inside the door but ours didn't. It took us a couple days to figure out how to organize comfortably (two single females traveling together). Staff was very friendly, except for my last day with housekeeping. They made up my room for the next guest while I was at breakfast and when I came back they were still there. She was confrontational about me reporting a missing item and wouldn't leave the room as it was already cleaned but I had paid for the room until 11am. I told her to leave and she was not happy. My missing item had been returned and I was not unhappy with the service but I was unhappy with the confrontation on the day I was leaving. Overall the food was wonderful, the lodge staff were helpful and friendly, the guides were amazing, and the activities were unforgetable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a stunning location. If you want an escape from daily life this is perfect for you.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place! We will definitely return!
Wilderness Hotel Muotka was amazing! We stayed in Aurora cabin 304 for 4 spectacular nights. The hotel is clean, efficient and the staff is great! Seeing the northern lights from bed is something we’ll never forget! If you’re considering a trip to Lapland, this is where you should stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First and foremost, staff’s attention to detail and promptness to accommodate my requests; amazing aurora cabin, delicious food and activities tailored for unforgettable experiences.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clyde B

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The people were fantastic!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay with friendly staff.
We had an amazing stay. The hotel provides cold weather clothing free of charge to use during your stay which is very helpful (boots, gloves, snowsuit, helmet, etc.) There is free WIFI, but only available in the lodge. Our only feedback was that it was very difficult to manage the temp in our cabin and we got very hot. There are no additional bedding items in the room, only a heavy comforter and a small blanket. Overall we had an amazing stay and got to see the Northern Lights twice despite some cloudy days. Thanks to the lovely staff who were so friendly and went out of their way to accommodate any request!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerry, Dagenham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and beautiful surroundings .
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Wilderness Muotka. The staff was very friendly, the food was incredible and the glass igloos were exactly everything we hoped for.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Magdelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The resort is nice, the rooms in the hotel part are average
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Aurora watching !!
Fantastic peaceful stay in nature. No restaurants or bar life close by and alot of beautiful nature. The hotel supplies a lot of nice activities to do. Snowmobile, skiing, walking.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ilmari

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upea hotelli luonnon keskellä. Saunallinen huone lunasti kaikki lupaukset. Mahtava henkilökunta!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sanni

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property with great staff! :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was unique Finnish experience which everyone should try. Guides and experiences were great. Husky ride and snowmobile’s are a must but real cold so wrap up :)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sabina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020