Koillismaa Hotels & Accommodations

This is a great place to stay in Ruka. The location can't be beaten - right in the middle of Ruka Village and literally a few yards from the Gondola and ski hire shops. We've stayed here three times now and picked the superior rooms to get access to the balcony, as the views on to the skiing area are spectacular. The rooms are comfortable and large, with a sizeable modern bathroom, a drying cabinet for ski gear, and ample desk and wardrobe space. The ”double” rooms are actually twins with two smaller beds pushed together, in the European style. The rooms are well-heated, even when it's well below zero outside, and we made use of the screened vents and the balcony door to moderate the temperature. There's a TV, good quality Wifi and a Chromecast in the room, along with the usual things like a kettle and tea and coffee. Although we didn't use them, there are Sauna facilities. Breakfast is wonderful, a great mix of Finnish and international breakfast food, served in a separate area at the back of the hotel. There's a great restaurant and bar at the front of the hotel that serves amazing local dishes at a cost. We usually book the half-board option, and the hotel has clearly listened to feedback, as the half-board option is now served in the rear of the hotel, in the same area as the breakfast. The quality of the food has markedly improved since last year, and even though it's cooked to a budget, we've eaten some great choices there this week with a local flavour - reindeer salad, arctic char, pickled vendace, alongside some more conventional nuggets, fries, meatballs and meatloaf that fussy kids would like. The hotel has clearly made a lot of effort on the half-board menu, adding in much more local food, desserts and choice, which is great to see. The staff are great - courteous and really helpful. They can't do enough for you. The rooms are kept spotless and clean, as are the interior areas. We were allocated a ski locker behind reception. which is very handy for the start and end of the day. The location cannot be beaten. Ruka is split between the Village and the Valley, with the majority of shops, eating and entertainment in the Village. The Scandic is right in the middle of everything and a few steps away from the ski bus, heated parking, gondola, ski facilities, outdoor excursions, shops, cafes, bars, supermarket and several restaurants at various budget levels. The majority of the skiing is on the Valley side, but we definitely prefer the Village, and love the Scandic.

We stayed 4 nights in the week leading up to Chris**as in one of the lodges and have to say the accommodation was excellent. We had a lodge 10 mins walk from the main complex wuth bedroom on the first floor of the duplex and two ground floor bedrooms a kitchen diner and lounge. Downstairs shower room was big and had a sauna at the end of it, there was a covered patio but it was too cold to use it - there were amazing views of a frozen lake out the back. The hotel itself was good, breakfast was standard offering I would say and we only ate dinner in O'Leary's Sports Bar so cannot comment on the other meals there. The hotel shop has a limited offering and is quite expensive, be aware the shop cannot sell alcohol after 9pm. The pool was great and kept the kids entertained, lighting made it look really unique. The slide, waterfalls and whirlpools were all really good fun, didn't get a chance to try the sauna. The price for a family ticket was €60 and gives access to everything (massages extra). We also went in the Angry Birds park on our last night, this was €10 for my eldest and free for my youngest as she was under 4 years old - they both loved it. Hotel staff were friendly and helpful when we needed anything, but we didn't need to bother them much. A couple of things I would say is that as a family of four with two young children (3 & 6) arrived at 6:30pm after a full day of travelling having got up at 3am, we had to all drag our Suitcases to our lodge on our own in the snow which was a 5-10 minute walk away and not easy to find the first time. I think they should look to half a golf buggy (there is a golf course opposite) to help you to your room on the first night - have had this in plenty of other hotels previously so I don't see why it would be a problem. Also when we booked a taxi to take us back to the airport it would have been helpful had the taxi been able to come to our lodge to collect us and our luggage rather than having to make two trips with the luggage and children to reception to meet it. I feel these are small items that can be fixed with a bit of feedback and didn't impact the total enjoyment of the trip overall - the kids loved it and given the choice, would certainly return!

When you stay at Ski-Inn AurinkoRinne in Kuusamo, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Ruka Ski Area and Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill. This upscale aparthotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Etutuoli and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Juhannuskallion Nature Reserve.Enjoy the convenience of ski-in/ski-out access at this aparthotel, which also features bicycles to rent. This aparthotel also features ski storage, a hair salon, and shopping on site.Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Ski-Inn AurinkoRinne.Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and multilingual staff. Event facilities at this aparthotel consist of a conference center and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 90 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Kitchens are outfitted with refrigerators, ovens, and stovetops. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment.

Towels and bed sheets plus cleaning have to be bought separately.

When you stay at Ski-Inn RukaVillage in Kuusamo, you'll be near the beach, just steps from Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill and Ruka Ski Area. This upscale hotel is 14.3 mi (23 km) from Angry Birds Activity Park and 15.9 mi (25.6 km) from Kuusamo Park.Enjoy the convenience of ski-in/ski-out access at this hotel, which also features a fitness center and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, ski storage, and gift shops/newsstands. You'll be on the slopes in no time with the ski shuttle (surcharge).Satisfy your appetite at Ruok Burger, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and multilingual staff. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 88 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bidets and hair dryers.

Started our 7 night stay in Ruka valley apartments on Christmas Eve 2023 . Didn’t start well as we didn’t seem to have a bed for our ten year old . We were told it’s under the other two singles that were made up . We revisited the room and found a mattress on small caster wheels . We were then told that’s it and no one was going to make it up or help in anyway like where to put it as space was a little limited . As the title suggests the answer so far has been no . We requested extra pillows and was refused , later in the week we asked for towels again the answer is “no” . Seems Pinja only knows “no” as an answer to any of our requests. I have asked to speak to the manager tonight but that was also a “no “ as it was 945pm . No regard for trying to keep a family happy at the reception . So far the food has been a buffet every night and has changed the main offering each night . Wine starts at 12€ a glass of wine. Obviously Finland is very expensive and you can buy a bottle for 90€ for only a half decent drop . Tonight food was chicken tikka. Which was very nice but it ran out twice halfway through service . I did manage to get fed but only just tonight . Last night was. Meat balls and mash . Gala dinner was meats and mashed carrot or mashed turnip .

With a stay at Ski-Inn RukaTonttu in Kuusamo, you'll be on a lake, within a 5-minute drive of Ruka Ski Area and Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill. This upscale aparthotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Etutuoli and 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Juhannuskallion Nature Reserve.Enjoy the convenience of ski-in/ski-out access at this aparthotel, which also features bicycles to rent. Additional features at this aparthotel include ski storage and a picnic area.Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 30 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Kitchens are outfitted with refrigerators, ovens, and stovetops. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment.

When you stay at Hotel Arctic Zone in Kuusamo, you'll be in the business district, just steps from Ruka Ski Area and Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill. This ski hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Etutuoli and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Juhannuskallion Nature Reserve.Spend the day on the slopes, or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include ski-in/ski-out access. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a communal living room.Satisfy your appetite with barbecue at Zone, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and ATM/banking services. This hotel has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 15 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.

When you stay at Rantaruka in Kuusamo, you'll be near ski lifts, within a 5-minute drive of Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill and Ruka Ski Area. This ski apartment is 15.2 mi (24.4 km) from Kuusamo Church and 19.5 mi (31.4 km) from Oulanka National Park Visitor Center.Spend the day on the slopes, or enjoy recreational amenities including a sauna and bicycles to rent. You'll be on the slopes in no time with the ski shuttle (surcharge).Free self parking is available onsite.Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 2 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and heated floors. Kitchens are outfitted with refrigerators, ovens, and stovetops. 32-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided on request.

With a stay at Rukariutta Apartments in Kuusamo, you'll be near the airport, within a 5-minute drive of Ruka Ski Area and Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill. This ski aparthotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Etutuoli and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Pyhavaaran Nature Reserve.Enjoy the convenience of ski-in/ski-out access at this aparthotel, which also features a sauna. This aparthotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily for a fee.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 18 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided on request.