Updated May 2026

Arctic TreeHouse Hotel — Aurora Hotel in Rovaniemi, Finland

Stilted glass-fronted treehouse suites 5 minutes from Rovaniemi airport.

★★★★★4.4· Editor's pick

Aurora HotelLuxuryDark sky 3/5Glass roof

Arctic TreeHouse Hotel — aurora viewing site, hero photo — Photo: arctictreehousehotel.com

Stylish and elegant suite with forest view in Summer

Woman enjoying summer activity in lLpaland and floating on lake. | Arctic TreeHouse Hotel

Arctic TreeHouse is the upmarket pick adjacent to the Santa Claus Village complex outside Rovaniemi. The architectural pitch is the move: every suite has a fully glass north-facing wall, slightly tilted upward to maximize sky view from bed. The pricier 'Arctic GlassHouse' tier adds a private sauna and outdoor terrace. Latitude is on the southern edge of the auroral oval (66.5°N) so book on KP ≥ 3 nights.

Aurora season

Sep → Apr

Peak months

Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar

Latitude

66.54° N (65-70)

Dark-sky rating

3 / 5

Glass roof

Yes

Aurora alarm

Not provided

What to expect

One-night stays are the norm because of price. Combine with a Rovaniemi base trip; the Santa Claus Village kitsch is a 5-minute walk away. The on-site Rakas restaurant runs a tasting menu.

Dark-sky notes

Bortle 4. The site's airport-proximity is offset by surrounding forest; tree cover blocks south-facing glow from the city.

Amenities & features

glass roofprivate saunarestaurantairport proximitydesign

Book or research

For current rates, dates, and reservations, visit the property's own site:

Visit arctictreehousehotel.com ↗

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to see the northern lights at Arctic TreeHouse Hotel?

Arctic TreeHouse Hotel has a viewing season of Sep → Apr, with peak months in Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. Some local light pollution means you'll want a strong KP index (3+) and clear conditions for visible aurora.

Can you watch the aurora from your room?

Yes — Arctic TreeHouse Hotel has glass-roof rooms designed for aurora viewing from bed. There's no wake-up alarm here, so most guests check the sky periodically through the night.

How do I get to Arctic TreeHouse Hotel?

Rovaniemi, Finland. Tarvantie 3, 96930 Rovaniemi, Finland. See arctictreehousehotel.com for current access details and bookings. As a aurora hotel, plan ahead — winter dates fill 6+ months in advance.