Star Arctic Northern Lights Discovery, Saariselka

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation
Full Board
Flights Included
Transfers
No Lift Pass
No Ski Rental
No Boot Rental
No Ski School

Location of Star Arctic Northern Lights Discovery in Saariselka

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Lapland at the stunning Star Arctic resort, perched atop Kaunispää Fell in Saariselkä. The Star Arctic is a modern and stylish hotel with spacious Lappish-style suites. Surrounded by snow-covered forests, this exclusive location offers unparalleled panoramic views, ensuring an unforgettable stay.

  • 1.5 kilometres to Village Saariselkä village centre
  • On top of Kaunispäa fell with easy access to the ski slopes
  • 25–30-minute walk or take the ski bus (pay locally)
  • The hotel offers a shuttle service on request (pay locally)

Star Arctic Northern Lights Discovery Summary

Our Star Arctic Northern Lights Discovery packages are a perfect short break for couples and families wanting a holiday surrounded by snowy wilderness, with unique polar activities included. Choose from a 3-night short break (Tuesday to Friday) or a 4-night long weekend (Friday to Tuesday) and enjoy the beauty of untouched Lapland whilst experiencing once-in-a-lifetime excursions. Located in Saariselkä, one of Finland’s northernmost resorts, you’ll be in a prime location for spotting the Northern Lights! Available in January and February - get ready to experience winter like never before!

FEATURES & FACILITIES

After a day of exhilarating Arctic adventures, there’s no better way to unwind than by retreating to the scenic saunas. Guests on a Star Arctic Northern Lights Discovery break can enjoy a complimentary sauna experience included with their stay. Feel the warmth melt away the chill as you sit back and relax, admiring the views over the frosty fells glistening beneath a soft layer of snow.

  • Lounge and bar
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gift shop
  • Shuttle service to Saariselkä (€5 each way, on request only)
  • Use of toboggans (pay locally)
  • Sauna (payable locally)

MEALS AT Star Arctic Northern Lights Discovery, Saariselka

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in the Restaurant Kaunis, located in the main building, just a short walk away from the accommodation.

Each morning you can enjoy a varied continental breakfast buffet with a range of hot options with a view of the Kaunispää fell. The buffet often features a range of local produce from the region, as well as Finnish delicacies.

Lunch is served at the Restaurant Kaunis, if you are on an excursion over lunchtime you will have lunch at the Wilderness Restaurant.

Dinner includes a three course evening meal, the menu is influenced by Lappish ingredients and often includes local meats, fish from Lake Inari and arctic berries from the region.

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements:

  • Gluten Free
  • Vegetarians
  • Dairy Free

The Star Artic can cater for special dietary requirements on request, please inform us of any dietary requirements at the time of booking. All meals will be served from the buffet, including special dietary meals (vegetarian, dairy and gluten fee) options. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking. Allergies and intolerances not listed above cannot be catered for. All allergies and intolerances, even if listed above, are subject to confirmation by the accommodation.

Board basis available: Full Board

BEDROOMS & Star Arctic Northern Lights Discovery ROOM TYPES

Scenic suites are 30m² and sleep 2 adults and 2 children. There is one double bed (or twin beds, please specify preference at time of booking) located on the upper floor and a sofa bed on the ground floor. There is a shower room with a WC and a geothermal heating system.

Annexes

Accommodation is located in surrounding annexes, which are less than 100 metres from the main building.

Bedroom facilities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Flat screen TV
  • Minibar
  • Coffee and tea making facilities
  • Safe
  • Hair dryer
  • Scenic windows with arctic views

General information

  • Check- in: 4pm
  • Check-out: 12pm

Aditional information

  • No. of rooms: 40
  • No. of buildings: 4
  • No. of floors: 2
  • Lift accessible: No
  • Lift serves all floors: No
  • Access ramp: No
  • Please note that the Star Arctic accommodation is not suitable for guests with limited mobility

AVAILABILITY & PRICE - Star Arctic Northern Lights Discovery DATES & DEPARTURE AIRPORTS

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Tue 06 Jan 202606/01/26
£2410
Fri 09 Jan 202609/01/26
available 4 nights
Tue 13 Jan 202613/01/26
£2330
Fri 16 Jan 202616/01/26
available 4 nights
Tue 20 Jan 202620/01/26
£2330
Fri 23 Jan 202623/01/26
available 4 nights
Tue 27 Jan 202627/01/26
Sold Out 
Fri 30 Jan 202630/01/26
available 4 nights
Tue 03 Feb 202603/02/26
Sold Out 
Fri 06 Feb 202606/02/26
Sold Out 
Tue 10 Feb 202610/02/26
Sold Out 
Fri 13 Feb 202613/02/26
Sold Out 
This package holiday to Star Arctic Northern Lights Discovery in Saariselka, Finland / Lapland departs Tuesday 20th January 2026, for a 3 night stay on a "full board" 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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Star Arctic Northern Lights Discovery'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 Saariselka Finland / Lapland

Urho Kekkonen National Park Easy skiing Local cuisine

As well as being a popular place for panning, Saariselkä is a goldmine of winter wonderland activities. With a stunning national park on your doorstep, you can explore the snowy surroundings on foot, skis, snowmobile or even reindeer before coming home to your cosy cabin or hotel.

Beginner Intermediate Advanced Snowboard

Great for Meet Santa Northern Lights Off-slope activities

Saariselka webcam

Snow Report: Top cm, Bottom cm

Snow Forecast: cm expected this week

Snow History: November average depth 13.5cm

Saariselka trail map

Approx. airport transfer times depend on conditions:

Ivalo32 km, 30 mins
Region:Northern Lapland, Finland
First opened:1970s

Saariselka lift pass price last reported as £197 (adult 6 day). Ask for a quote when booking Star Arctic Northern Lights Discovery.
Night skiing: Yes
Saariselka has N, E, W facing slopes.
Usually open for skiing November - May.

Town altitude: 265m
Top of slopes: 438m
Bottom of piste: 260m
Vertical drop: 180m
Total length of trails:19km
Longest piste:2km
Europe’s northernmost ski resort, Saariselkä is 250km up from the Arctic Circle, not far from the Russian border. One of the main resorts in Lapland – the legendary home of Father Christmas – it has snow-sure skiing, a Christmas-card-esque village and heaps of festive activities all in one place. The village itself is surrounded by forest and full of winter wonderland charm, with its own little chapel, some shops and restaurants and accommodation ranging from spa hotels to traditional log cabins. Everythin...
Spread across the Iisakkipää and Kaunispää fells, the ski area is modestly-sized, with 6 ski lifts taking you up to 15 slopes. The bus is quite regular and does drop-offs at the top of the slopes and the base. From the base, one chairlift takes you to the top of Kaunispää (the rest of the lifts are T bars). All pistes take you back to the same part of the valley, where you’ll find campfires and cafés to warm up and rebuild your energy stores. This isn’t a challenging ski area and the slopes would best...
With only 15 slopes, this isn’t meant to be a resort where the sole focus is skiing and there are tonnes of other activities to fill up the week. Snowmobiling, reindeer and husky safaris really are as fun as they look and all are a great way to enjoy the surroundings. For something a bit different, try your hand at ice fishing or follow one of the more well-trodden snowshoe route. Even better, 15 minutes away by road is Santa’s resort, Kakslauttanen for a once in a lifetime meeting with the man himself. Fro...

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