For a holiday of a lifetime, stay in the magical Hotel Ylläskaltio. Over the Christmas period, the resident elves will be ready and waiting to keep the kids entertained, and visits from Santa will keep up that Christmas spirit. But all season round there's something to keep everyone satisfied. For the older ones, there’s a games room featuring arcade games, and for the smaller ones there’s a soft play area with a range of toys.The ski lifts are a bus ride away, so you’re never far from the exhilarating range of slopes. If you want more than just a skiing holiday, then the Ylläskaltio has whole load of activities that everyone can enjoy. From catching a glimpse of the Northern lights, to husky sleigh rides and trips to the Snow Village, the friendly staff can help you arrange it all. If you don’t want to venture too far, then there’s a heap of sledging hills on your doorstep.When you want to warm up, make your way up to your room and relax in your own private sauna. Or if you really want to indulge, there's a range of beauty treatments available.Every one of the 72 bedrooms is simple yet cosy, with all the amenities for a good night’s sleep, as well as being a comfortable place to chill out in your down time.When tummies start rumbling, Ylläskaltio’s restaurant serves up a feast with their buffet-style meals each morning and evening. Illuminating the 260 seats are ornate chandeliers, and with large windows overlooking miles of snow covered scenery, it's the perfect setting to start and end your days. So whether you’re a dedicated skier, or you just want the amazing Lappish experience, the Ylläskaltio can give you all of that and more.

All rooms have a flatscreen TV, hairdryer, mini fridge and kettle.Twin room - sleeps 2: Twin beds, private shower, WC and sauna.Quad room - sleeps 2-4: Twin beds, mezzanine loft area with twin beds, private shower, WC and sauna.

bar lounge kids' play area games room laundry facilities ski room extra charge for WiFi parking safe available at reception

located in Äkäslompolo village 3km to the ski school shuttle bus stop outside

buffet breakfast optional upgrade to half board with 3-course evening meals (waiter-served or buffet-style, depending on hotel occupancy) Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve gala dinners included with half board