Ruka Parkside, Ruka

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation
Self Catering
Flights Included
Transfers
No Lift Pass
No Ski Rental
No Boot Rental
No Ski School
SHOW MORESHOW LESS

Location of Ruka Parkside in Ruka

· ski-in, ski-out location at the base of the Saarua black run · 1 minute’s walk to the Saura Express chairlift · 5 minutes’ walk to the Village-2-Valley gondola · 4 minutes’ bus ride to Ruka Village centre · nearest supermarket located in Ruka Village centre

Ruka Parkside Summary

You'll love the spot-on location of Ruka Parkside apartments – they’re right next to the Saarua slopes and just metres from the lifts. Yep, when you stay here, you can be on the snow in no time. And cross-country trails start almost at your door as well – perfect if you fancy trying a different type of skiing during your trip.

Inside, you’ll get a compact space that has all you need for a self-catering stay, with none of the fancy extras that push up the price. The kitchenette comes fully stocked with a microwave and fridge to a coffee maker and toaster. There’s even a dishwasher to help take care of the tidy-up. Don’t fancy cooking? Add on bed and breakfast or half board to get meals included at the nearby Ruka Valley Apartments.

When you want more than what's at your doorstep, you're still well placed – just hop on the Village-Valley gondola to reach even more options in Ruka Village, on the other side of the mountain.

FEATURES & FACILITIES

· bar and lounge in Ruka Valley apartments (5 minutes’ walk away) · boot room with lockers and heated boot racks · free WiFi throughout

MEALS AT Ruka Parkside, Ruka

· self-catering apartments with kitchenette facilities · optional upgrade to bed and breakfast with continental buffet breakfast · optional upgrade to half board with 3-course buffet evening meals · Christmas and New Year’s Eve gala meals included · vegetarian and gluten-free options are available · vegan options are available on request – please let us know about any requirements when you book

Please note: All meals are taken in the Camp Kitchen & Bar, which is located inside the Ruka Valley apartments, 5 minutes’ walk away.

BEDROOMS & Ruka Parkside ROOM TYPES

All apartments are non-smoking and have a kitchenette with an oven, hob, fridge, freezer, kettle, coffee machine, microwave, toaster and dishwasher, as well as a TV and a hairdryer. Bed linen, towels and end-of-stay cleaning (except kitchenette) are included.

Studio (approx.24m²) – sleeps 1-4 (max 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children aged up to 12 years): Double bed, double sofa bed in bedroom, private shower and WC.

Cots are available to hire, for an extra charge, payable locally.

AVAILABILITY & PRICE - Ruka Parkside DATES & DEPARTURE AIRPORTS

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Sun 14 Dec 202514/12/25
£1079£1068
Sun 28 Dec 202528/12/25
available Birmingham
Sun 04 Jan 202604/01/26
£762£754
Sun 25 Jan 202625/01/26
£657£650
Sun 01 Feb 202601/02/26
£648£641
Sun 08 Feb 202608/02/26
£646£639
Sun 15 Feb 202615/02/26
£1332£1319
This package holiday to Ruka Parkside in Ruka, Finland / Lapland departs Sunday 25th January 2026, for a 7 night stay on a "self catering" board basis. A local tourist tax (Taxe de Sejour or Kurtaxe) is levied by many councils in European ski resorts. It varies by standard and type of accommodation and is age dependent, so not everyone is charged. It's not included in the basic price of your holiday and is usually paid locally. For reference, the average charged in winter 2025 was between €1 and €3 per person, per night.
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Ruka Parkside's details, features and catering can change. Facilities in the description may not allow unlimited use without charge and may not always be available. If any specific feature, facility or meal option is important to your holiday, you must confirm those details with us before booking.

ABOUT THE RESORT & SKI HOLIDAYS IN Ruka Finland / Lapland

•Northern lights •Short transfers •Winter wonderland activities

As well as a modern ski area catering for beginners, intermediates and freestylers, this fairytale Finnish resort has miles upon miles of cross-country trails and a whole host of activities like husky sledding and reindeer safaris. If this wasn’t enough, Santa lives down the road and the chance to see the mystical Northern Lights completes the package.

Beginner Intermediate Advanced Snowboard

Great for •Families •Non-skiers •Cross-country •Late-season

Ruka webcam

Snow Report: Top cm, Bottom cm

Snow Forecast: cm expected this week

Snow History: November average depth 12.5cm

Ruka trail map

Approx. airport transfer times depend on conditions:

Kuusamo30 mins
Region:Kuusamo, Finland
First opened:1954

Ruka lift pass price last reported as £211  (adult 6 day). Ask for a quote when booking Ruka Parkside.
Night skiing: Yes
Ruka has N S E W facing slopes.
Usually open for skiing October - May.

Town altitude: 291m
Top of slopes: 492m
Bottom of piste: 291m
Vertical drop: 201m
Total length of trails:24km
Longest piste:1.3km
Ruka Ski Holidays
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Nestled in the Finnish hills on the borders of Lapland, just south of the Arctic Circle, a visit here is a once-in-a-lifetime experience (and many return again and again). Sometimes called the ‘gateway to Lapland’, the resort was founded in the winter of 1954 when the first slope opened. Since then it’s flourished there are now 35 groomed runs and over 500km of cross country trails. Most packages have flights that go via Helsinki and land at Kuusamo Airport. From here it’s an easy 30-minute road transf...
Whilst larger resorts can be a bit overwhelming, the compact, unintimidating ski area here is just right for first-timers. Many of the lifts are beginner-friendly t-bars and Ruka also boasts the largest and oldest ski school in Finland. 41% of the runs are suitable for beginners – including the longest at 1.3km (blue 27 on the piste map). We also like number 7, which is a confidence-boosting green that takes you back to the village. Intermediates are just as well catered for with 43% of slopes classified red...
Ruka’s well known in Finland for its vibrant and friendly après ski, with a number of bars, pubs and restaurants to suit all tastes. We love Ruka Peak (previously voted the best wild game restaurant in Finland) where you can sip on cocktails and sample refined dishes in a smart, cosy lounge with stunning arctic views. If you’re feeling adventurous, don’t miss the Riipinen Wild Game Restaurant where reindeer, elk, bear and arctic fish are nearly always on the menu. The aptly named Classic Pizza Ruka has a fri...

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