Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus is a central Rovaniemi hotel with a Christmas-inspired touch and a practical, comfortable base. It stands at Korkalonkatu 29 in the middle of the city, about 1.5 kilometres from the railway station and roughly 10 kilometres from the airport, with bus and taxi connections. Guests have a restaurant, a bar and lounge, a cafe and sauna facilities, and breakfast is served daily. A connected parking garage is available for a fee. The hotel holds Green Key and Sustainable Travel Finland certifications and is a Visit Rovaniemi partner. It is a sensible mid-range pick for anyone who wants to be near shops, restaurants and Arktikum rather than at the Arctic Circle.
Location and getting around: this is a city hotel, not a village hotel, and that is its main strength. From the front door you can walk to the shops, restaurants and riverside, and Ounasvaara, the hill with trails and the winter sports area, is within walking distance. Santa Claus Village and SantaPark are further north at the Arctic Circle, so you will use the Santa Express bus, a taxi or a transfer to visit them. The railway station is about 1.5 kilometres away, and the airport about ten kilometres, with bus and taxi links.
Rooms and atmosphere: the hotel lists superior rooms and larger rooms that suit families, and guests praise the space. Room details vary, so check the room type when you book, especially if you need a family room. Breakfast is served daily and guests often praise the choice. The hotel restaurant, bar and cafe mean you can eat on site, although the restaurant has undergone renovation, so confirm current opening before you plan a dinner. A sauna is available for guests, which is a pleasant way to warm up after a day outdoors.
Who it suits and good to know: it is a good choice for families and couples who prefer a city location, for travellers without a car and for anyone planning to do several tours that pick up from central hotels. Many operators collect from city centre addresses, which is easier than from the village. If you have a car, a parking garage is attached, though it carries a fee. Because it is central, it can be livelier on weekend nights than a forest hotel, so ask for a quieter room if you are a light sleeper. Winter dates fill up, so book early for December and February.
Why stay here
- ✓Central location at Korkalonkatu 29
- ✓Restaurant, bar and lounge
- ✓Cafe on site
- ✓Sauna facilities
- ✓Daily breakfast
- ✓Connected parking garage (fee)
- ✓Green Key certified
- ✓Walkable to Ounasvaara
Good questions
Where is Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus?+
It is at Korkalonkatu 29 in central Rovaniemi, about 1.5 kilometres from the railway station and ten kilometres from the airport. Santa Claus Village is a bus or taxi ride north.
Does it have a sauna and restaurant?+
Yes, there is a sauna, a restaurant, a bar and lounge and a cafe. Check current restaurant opening times before you plan a dinner.
Is there parking?+
A connected parking garage is available for a fee. Reserve in advance if you travel by car in winter.