Floating Igloos & Lake Lodges
Southern Lapland, Finland
Summer and winter
Nestled in the unspoiled nature of Finnish Lapland, a truly special retreat awaits you right on the lake. Experience the captivating beauty of the far north with the dancing Northern Lights* in winter, endless midnight sun in summer, and an atmosphere filled with tranquility, vastness, and Nordic coziness.
Stylish lodges, traditional guesthouse rooms, and unique accommodations combine authentic charm with modern comfort and offer breathtaking views of the Arctic landscape.
Relax in the traditional Finnish sauna, enjoy regional specialties, and discover Lapland’s unique natural beauty right on your doorstep.
Best time for auroras: October to March
*Northern lights are a natural phenomenon! We cannot guarantee sightings.
Stephanie Gräf
Travel expert, inventia | Travel beyond the ordinary
Specialist in travel to the Arctic and Antarctic.
I am your contact person for questions and bookings relating to the Arctic and Antarctic, and I am delighted that you are one of the few people who are traveling to the ends of the earth.
You can reach me by phone or email:
+49 (0)201 946 16 306
welcome@inventia.de
Good to know
Arrival:We are happy to book flightsto/from Rovaniemi and transfers to the Arctic Guesthouse for you on request.
Travel program: Wehave lots of ideas for additional highlights to upgrade your entire trip.
Entry requirements:German citizens onlyneed an identity card to enter Finland. Further information on entry requirements and the latest security advice can be found at the German Foreign Office website.
Insurance: Werecommend taking out good travel cancellation insurance and international health insurance from a specialist provider.
Highlights in winter
- Mobile igloos with panoramic windows on Lake Ranua, surrounded by the untouched wilderness of Lapland
- Best chances to see the Northern Lights
- Through a hole in the floor of the igloo, you can fish for your dinner, which you can grill for supper.
Exciting activities (additional costs on site):
- Sledding tours with horses through the snow-covered surroundings
- Snowmobile sleigh rides across the frozen Lake Ranua
- Ice fishing on Lake Ranua
- snowshoeing
- cross-country skiing
- Visit to a reindeer farm
Your accommodation
Glass igloos
Ten glass Aurora Hat igloos, which can be moved freely on the lake, are ready and waiting for you to experience spectacular landscapes and natural phenomena such as the Northern Lights and the midnight sun.
Each igloo features large panoramic windows, a double bed, and a kitchenette. An additional sleeping option (mattress) or a baby cot can be added upon request. The igloos can be moved around the lake in both summer and winter. The interior temperature in the igloos can also be regulated. You can fish from the igloo's own ice fishing spot and use the sauna on the lake shore at no extra charge.
The igloos are located on the banks of the Ranua River. They can be moved in summer by motorboat or your own motor, and in winter by snowmobile or quad bike.
The interior is 12 square meters in size.
In spring and summer, the igloo generates electricity through solar panels. In fall and winter, a heater keeps you warm.
Through a hole in the ground, you can fish your dinner fresh onto the grill and onto the table.
room amenities
- cooking area
- Coffee maker and electric kettle
- Cellar for food
- Ecological toilet
- Bathroom and sauna in the main building of the guest house
- Separate room for luggage
- Wi-Fi
- USB charging options
- Electricity from solar energy in spring and summer
- patio
- breakfast
Prices
| Prices per igloo per night with breakfast | Jan. 4–Apr. 14, 2026 Jan. 4–Mar. 31, 2027 |
April 15–November 14, 2026 April 15–November 14, 2027 |
Nov. 15–30, 2026 Apr. 1–14, 2027 |
Dec. 1–20, 2026 | Dec. 21–Jan. 3, 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora glass igloo for 2 people | € 416 | € 237 | € 311 | € 469 | € 521 |
| extra bed | € 43 | € 43 | € 43 | € 43 | € 43 |
Aurora Glass Lodges
The new Aurora Lake Lodges offer high-quality accommodations right on the lake, with stunning views to the north. From these lodges, you can admire the ever-changing landscapes throughout the seasons and have an excellent chance of seeing the Northern Lights dance across the sky.
Each cabin has a total floor area of 40 square meters, with 30 square meters on the ground floor and an additional 10 square meters on a loft that provides extra sleeping space
room amenities
- 45 square meters
- 1 double bed on the ground floor
- 4 single beds in the loft area
- small kitchen with a microwave, electric kettle, and refrigerator
- living area
- Panoramic window
- Bathroom with shower
Prices
| Rates per lodge per night, including breakfast | Jan. 4–Apr. 14, 2026 Jan. 4–Mar. 31, 2027 |
April 15–November 14, 2026 April 15–November 14, 2027 |
April 1–14, 2026 November 15–30, 2026 April 1–14, 2027 November 15–30, 2027 |
Dec. 1–19, 2026 Dec. 1–19, 2027 |
Dec. 20–Jan. 3, 2027 Dec. 20–Jan. 3, 2028 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| double occupancy | € 632 | € 199 | € 327 | € 684 | € 800 |
| extra bed | € 43 | € 43 | € 43 | € 43 | € 43 |
Guest room
The guesthouse has a total of 17 rooms and 49 beds. The rooms range from single rooms to two-bedroom apartments.
All rooms are traditional and charming guesthouse rooms, the kind you won’t find in large hotel chains. In addition to their historic details, each room also offers modern amenities such as a TV, microwave, refrigerator, and electric kettle. Most rooms also feature a beautiful lake view.
Every room reservation includes a complimentary breakfast, free Wi-Fi in the inn’s common areas, and access to the sauna in the main building
room amenities
- Double or single beds
- Bathroom with shower
- television
- Microwave, refrigerator, and electric kettle
Prices
| Rates per room per night, including breakfast | Jan. 4–Apr. 14, 2026 Jan. 4–Mar. 31, 2027 |
April 15–November 14, 2026 April 15–November 14, 2027 |
Nov. 15–30, 2026 Apr. 1–14, 2027 |
Dec. 1–20, 2026 | Dec. 21–Jan. 3, 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Occupancy with 2 persons | € 127 | € 100 | € 111 | € 137 | € 148 |
| Occupancy with 3 persons | € 143 | € 116 | € 127 | € 153 | € 164 |
| Occupancy with 4 persons | € 164 | € 143 | € 153 | € 179 | € 190 |
| single occupancy | € 100 | € 85 | € 95 | € 111 | € 122 |
| 2-bedroom apartment for up to 5 people | € 211 | € 185 | € 195 | € 227 | € 243 |
restaurant
The cafeteria and cozy restaurant of the Arctic Guesthouse are located in the newly renovated guesthouse. Here you can enjoy breakfast (included from 8 to 9 a.m.), lunch, dinner, cold and hot drinks, as well as savory and sweet snacks. Everything is cooked with regional ingredients and there are many traditional Lapland dishes on the menu. There are also options for vegetarians and vegans. Open every day from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
sauna
The traditional Finnish sauna by the lake, built back in the 1940s, invites you to relax after an exciting day. The gentle steam from the old wood-burning stove transports you to the heart of Finnish traditions and back to the olden days.
location
The Arctic Guesthouse is located in the small town of Ranua in southern Lapland, between the cities of Rovaniemi and Oulu. Rovaniemi Airport is approximately 80 km away, an hour's drive.
Impressions Arctic Guesthouse & Glass Igloos
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Panoramic view of the accommodation
Floating igloo winter motor scooter
Floating igloo winter indoor lake view
Floating igloo summer lake
Floating igloo summer dock champagne
Aurora hat with rowboat – Arctic Guesthouse, Finland
Aurora hat with rowboat – Arctic Guesthouse, Finland © Arctic Guesthouse / Finland
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sauna
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Sleeping area on the ground floor of Arctic Lake Lodge
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