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Reviews of Santa Claus Holiday Village 4 stars

Tähtikuja 2, 96930 Rovaniemi, Finland

#12 of 42 hotels in Rovaniemi

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1863 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: 10 May 2025

    8.0
    Our May trip to Santa Claus Village 2025
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some shops and restaurants, cafe were closed. Some tours were not operating during May. Was disappointed.

    We were late for our breakfast but the staff at the restaurant allows us quickly grab some food. That was Amazing!!! Thank you! We can move on without breakfast. We love the privacy of Sauna in our room that was Great!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Awesome place

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2025

    8.0
    Will stay there again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    They did not understand the rights of our service dog.

    Location, price value this time of the year.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2025

    9.0
    Very nice cottage.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Too quiet area and restaurants are quite expensive too! Prefer to go downtown for better restaurants.

    Location to visit Santa Claus is very perfect and convinience. A lot of souvenier shops around our hotel and restaurants. It was not too far to drive into city for shopping. Room is very big, clean and very nice sauna room too. Reception staffs are very friendly for everything.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nice cottage, right there at the Santa Clause Village, has it's own sauna.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2025

    9.0
    Cosy and cute
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    For the price of the accommodation I would expect a bit better room equipment and amenities. For example it is great that there’s a sauna in the bathroom but no slippers or extra towels are provided. When we asked for it we were told that only their superior accommodation has that. But it doesn’t really make sense to me.

    Great location close to the airport, very delicious breakfasts, the whole village is cute and nicely done.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was very average but sufficient to have breakfast. Not tasty and not authentic. It was a bit to hot inside the house, so removed heating and had to open windows.

    Wonderful fairy tale village and the key success factor to enjoy your stay in Rovaniemi if plan to come with kids to Santa Village. We came beginning of March, days were sunny but still-5. After cold days we enjoyed sauna. You have small kitchen, sufficient to cook pasta or something easy.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2025

    8.0
    Good hotel with great location but lacks quality in service
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 3 nights

    View from the room was not good, restaurants and baggage drop facility was not good. Morning breakfast was disappointing

    Great location and decent room with nice sauna

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2025

    10
    Lovely stay with friends in Santa Claus Village
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Cottage with Sauna - B
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No transport available to drop to room in rain

    Location, Amenities, Rooms and Food

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2025

    10
    Our Memorable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There is nothing as such what we did not like.

    I liked everything, especially the glass Igloo. Our room was really cozy and clean. We were lucky to see northern lights above our room. Owners are very kind and helpful. Property is very well maintained.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 2 nights

    everything at the mart was overly priced. the restaurants at the center of the village weren't that great either. breakfast was mediocre too.

    it is like a theme park. if you have kids, it is worth visiting and staying there. the room was ok and kitchen was reasonally equipped and the independent sauna was also good. they give you the breakfast box if you check out before the breakfast time.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Cottage with Sauna - A
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast buffet

    Everything except the food

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2025

    9.0
    Hanging out with white beard.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Suite with Sauna
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The facilities and location were great. If you had kids, this is the place to stay, for adults 1 to 2 nights is enough, particularly if there's no snow. The restaurants are expensive and have limited choices for Westerners' expectations. The staff were very helpful, and the overall experience was a once in a lifetime.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2025

    8.0
    We as a family had a great time at Santa Clause Village.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Food choices weren't great. A lot of fast food options.

    Location excellent for our trip. All staff were very friendly and helpful. Facilities were very good and we had all we needed in Santa Clause village.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2025

    10
    Fantastic memories made
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    TV location, had to relocate furniture to watch thism

    Location, amenities included - sauna, kitchenette and all items included, space available and cleanliness. Staff were fantastic

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2025

    10
    Fantastic!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything. It is Very Very Good Winter Experience for Kids

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2025

    9.0
    Comfortable and fun experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Comfortable stay with good food options within the village and fun activities for adults and children including husky and raindeer rides

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2025

    9.0
    Amazing stay with fully loaded cottages!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing place, beautiful cottages. Lots of restaurants in and around. Only Golden bowl dim sum if you crave for indo chinese food. They close at 8! Three elf’s restaurant is very cozy and nice food. Overall staff in every single place is very pleasant and helpful. Loved this place!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2025

    10
    Go for it
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Exceptional hotel with the concept of a studio apartment room with all amenities and brilliant location right in the heart of santa claus village. Public transport, food options, leisure activities are all close by. Was able to see northern lights shine brightly in the night sky one night from the porch of my room. Highly recommend.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cottages are cute and agreeable, and can come with integrated sauna. It’s a nice place to stay in Rovaniemi. Food in the area is overpriced

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2025

    8.0
    Brilliant stay. Can't wait to go again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The accommodation was perfect and the staff fantastic

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2025

    8.0
    Nice stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Cottage with Sauna - A
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Had to ask for towels, floors were never cleaned in 5 days. Had to ask every day for coffee as they didn't fill the basket.

    Location. Great cottage in the Santa' Village.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Cottage with Sauna - A
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Santa’s Village may be small, but it’s packed with charm and family-friendly attractions. I recommend staying for at least two days to fully enjoy everything it has to offer. While prices can be on the higher side, the experience is well worth it. The food is excellent, and the staff are exceptionally polite and helpful. Each cabin comes with a sauna for a cozy retreat, beds were comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2025

    10
    Staff really do make this place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Cottage with Sauna
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The restaurant is through the gift shop, which didn't bother me as my children knew we were staying on a tight budget, but I imagine it could be stressful for parents with children who want things.

    The sofa bed was already set up as we requested, which was a great start. We stayed in a cabin at the end, and they kindly allowed us to check in early and check out late. All the staff were amazing, and there were sledges everywhere for the children to enjoy. Breakfast was plentiful with a fantastic selection. The on-site Elf Restaurant offers children's meals for $15, and the kids absolutely loved them. The magic of this place is truly felt when everyone has gone home. Plus, you can get food and groceries delivered at night, which is incredibly convenient.

    Stayed in March 2025

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