Name: Santasport Resort
Address: Hiihtomajantie 2, Rovaniemi, Lapland Finland, 96400
Price range: US$187+
Rating: 8.5

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Key details

About the Hotel

Hiihtomajantie 2, Rovaniemi, 96400

Close to Rovaniemi downtown

Great

8.6

/10

3.4

Loved by Santasport Resort guests

Spacious rooms

Swimming pool

Indoor playground

Delicious meals

Friendly staff

Santasport Resort - A 4-star Olympic Training Center with extensive sports facilities and spa

A 4-star hotel with an 8.5/10 Booking.com rating, Santasport Resort offers modern Sporthotel rooms and apartments featuring kitchenettes, private saunas, and views of Ounasvaara or the courtyard. The onsite spa includes a fitness pool, hot and cold pools, and a children's area. Dining options include Restaurant Puhti for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Buusti Lounge & Deli for snacks, and Havukka for traditional Lappish meals in a hut setting. The resort provides access to an adventure park with 10 climbing tracks, 12 bowling lanes, and 200 km of seasonal trails. Located 2 km from Rovaniemi city center and 9 km from the Arctic Circle, Santasport is also a national training center with performance testing facilities. A minigolf course is available for guests at Adventure Park Huima.

Pros

The spa features a fitness pool, hot tub, and cold pool for recovery.

Access to Adventure Park Huima with 10 climbing tracks and minigolf.

Proximity to Rovaniemi's city center (2 km) and Arctic Circle (9 km).

Modern Sporthotel rooms include saunas and kitchenettes.

Extensive testing services for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

Cons

Some facilities, like the adventure park, may have age or height restrictions.

The resort's focus on sports may not appeal to those seeking a purely leisure-oriented stay.

Select your room type

Santasport Resort offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Twin Room
2 persons
260 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Heating
Shower
room details
Standard Quadruple Room
4 persons
370 sq. feet
4 Single beds
Heating
Shower
room details
Superior Quadruple Room
2 persons
345 sq. feet
4 Single beds
Balcony
Heating
room details

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Facilities

Santasport Resort offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.6/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Parking
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Ski storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Skiing
Hiking
Cycling
Badminton
Bowling
Golf course
Darts
Table tennis
Yoga class
Sports trainer
Aerobics

Services

Housekeeping
Ski equipment hire
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet
Children's pool
Water slides
Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Jacuzzi
Massage
Public Bath
Shallow end

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Santasport Resort Location

Hiihtomajantie 2, Rovaniemi, 96400

Map view

City landmarks

Landmark

Arktikum

1.4 mi

Museum

Korundi

1.4 mi

Landmark

Pilke Science Centre

1.4 mi

Landmark

Lumberjack's Candle Bridge

1.2 mi

Church

Rovaniemi Church

1.8 mi

Landmark

Lordi's Square

1.4 mi

Landmark

Lappi Arena

4600 ft

Museum

Forestry Museum of Lapland

1.4 mi

Landmark

Rovaniemi Local History Museum

1.4 mi

Landmark

Rovaniemi Stadium

1.4 mi

Theatre

Lappia House

1.4 mi

Church

Ortodox Church Rovaniemi

2600 ft

Landmark

Rovaniemi Tourist Information

1.4 mi

Ski Area

Ounasvaara Ski Oy

2.2 mi

Landmark

Rovaniemi Art Museum

1.4 mi

Mall

Sampokeskus Shopping Centre

1.4 mi

Nearby

Hiihtomajantie 6

Lappi Arena

1100 ft

Restaurants

Restaurant Sky Ounasvaara

2800 ft

Juhannuskalliontie

Explore Rovaniemi

Nearby Activities and Attractions

Lappi Arena

18 minutes' walk

Lappi Arena hosts various sporting events and is perfect for sports enthusiasts. Check their schedule for events during your stay.

Rovaniemi Church

35 minutes' walk

Rovaniemi Church features stunning architecture and beautiful stained glass. A serene spot worth visiting for its spiritual ambiance.

Pilke Science Centre

25 minutes' walk

Pilke Science Centre offers interactive exhibits about forest science, making it a great educational stop for families and curious minds.

Arktikum

25 minutes' walk

Arktikum showcases Arctic culture and history through engaging exhibits. The museum features unique architecture and immersive displays.

Ounasvaara Ski Resort

5 minutes' drive

Ounasvaara Ski Resort offers skiing and snowboarding in winter, along with hiking trails in summer. Great for thrill-seekers year-round.

Yoga and Wellness Studio

10 minutes' walk

The local yoga studio provides classes for relaxation and wellness, perfect for unwinding after a day of activities. Check schedules upon arrival.

Syvasenvaara Fell Hiking

5 minutes' drive

Syvasenvaara offers scenic hiking trails suitable for all skill levels, featuring beautiful views of Rovaniemi and the surrounding nature.

Restaurant Sky Ounasvaara

10 minutes' walk

Sky Ounasvaara offers stunning views and a menu filled with local flavors. Perfect for a romantic dinner or special occasion.

Marttiinin Shop Wanha Tehdas

25 minutes' walk

Marttiinin features local specialties in a cozy setting, ideal for families. Don't miss their reindeer dishes and homemade pastries.

Maxim Movie Theater Complex

25 minutes' walk

Maxim offers the latest films in a relaxed setting, making it a great spot for a night out. Regular screenings suitable for all ages.

Lordi's Square

30 minutes' walk

Lordi's Square features events and concerts throughout the year, creating a vibrant atmosphere. Check local listings for current happenings.

Getting around

City Centre
Rovaniemi 24 min · 1.2 mi
Airports
Rovaniemi (RVN) 17 min · 7.0 mi
Kemi Tornio (KEM) 176 min · 72.7 mi
Train
Rovaniemi Railway Station 5 min · 1.9 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-22:00

Check-out

until 12 pm

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs EUR 11.0 per person.

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

Swedish

Number of rooms:

Former name

santasport hostel

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Santasport Resort from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

Santasport Resort is often praised for its spacious and clean rooms, with some even including a sauna and a kitchenette complete with a microwave and refrigerator. Families particularly enjoy the variety of activities available, such as the swimming pool, bowling alley, and soft play area, along with convenient amenities like drying cabinets for wet clothes. While most find the location ideal, being close to Santa Claus Village and offering free parking, some guests have mentioned that it's a bit of a walk to the city center; however, many appreciate being right next door to skiing and sledding hills as well as an ice hockey arena, and with the breakfast included, guests generally consider Santasport great value.

Review score

Based on 4 verified reviews

8.5 /10

Great

100%

Recommend

Staff

9.1/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.7/10

Comfort

8.6/10

Pros

Spacious apartments

Good breakfast

Helpful staff

Family facilities

Cons

Noisy hallways

Container rooms

Noisy neighbors

Sports hotel

Sandra from Germany

Family with children

Superior Quadruple Room Sauna

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 25, 2026

9.3/10

really good stay at sports complex

spacious room sauna room useful tablets drying cabinet

the family room included A sauna. the kitchenette had A dishwasher, microwave, and refrigerator. I found complimentary dishwasher tablets, very useful. A HUGE drying cabinet assisted in drying our winter clothing.

the hotel is rather noisy because it is a sports center and not just a regular hotel, this impacted rest quality somewhat.

Dining

9/10

breakfast offers enough variety. i noted A vegan and gluten-free section, a great convenience. the staff prepared A gluten-free and vegan meal for dinner, showing excellent service.

Facilities

9/10

this hotel has a swimming pool and an indoor playground. laundry facilities are available without any charge, very convenient. the hotel's proximity to walking areas adds to its appeal.

Service

10/10

the receptionists are talkative and helpful, providing A customer-friendly service. Staff members were knowledgeable and very friendly. CHECK in after 10 pm is possible.

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Victor from Canada

Family with children

Standard Twin Room

3 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: January 07, 2026

7/10

indoor play area great menu low temperature spa amenities

The hotel provides several facilities for children. It has a play area indoors, and a pool that kept my child entertained when not out in the snow. Breakfast included much choice. The restaurant provided a fantastic menu.

The room was not very warm. I find myself feeling cold many times. The spas amenities weren't as I expected.

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Isabella from Italy

Family with children

Standard Twin Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: November 27, 2025

8.7/10

Fantastic Hotel with Great Amenities

indoor playground bowling alley excellent amenities

We visited the hotel and thoroughly enjoyed our days. The sports field across the street offered excellent opportunities for playing in the snow. We loved the pool. The bowling alley, and the expansive indoor kids' play area with its trampoline. Breakfast presented a wide selection of food.

The layout was somewhat confusing, it made navigating the hotel initially a bit challenging.

Service

9/10

The reception staff members were helpful and friendly, they contributed significantly to the positive atmosphere of the hotel. A male receptionist was very helpful in coordinating with the tour company, I found it very helpful.

Rooms

9/10

The rooms were notably spacious and well equipped, providing ample room for relaxation and storage. A drying cabinet was available. It proved invaluable for managing wet clothes and boots after outdoor activities. Tea, coffee, and hot chocolate were stocked daily.

Dining

8/10

Breakfast included many options. The snack bar Buusti offers decent burgers at a reasonable price. The canteen-style restaurant on-site provided breakfast, lunch, and dinner, it offered very good value for money.

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Tom from United Kingdom

Family with children

Standard Twin Room

3 nights in August 2026

Reviewed: September 24, 2025

9.0/10

Lots of Activities

helpful staff equipped room free parking

The reception staff was helpful. Rooms are big and well equipped. Soft play area was great for my children. I liked the location with northern lights. Free parking was available .

The gym and pool had time restrictions for free usage. This was a disappointing. I had to plan my days around the hotel schedules.

Rooms

9/10

My room included a clothes dryer and it was very helpful. A kettle and microwave were available in the room. This made it easier to prepare simple meals. The room was quite spacious.

Dining

8/10

I found the breakfast buffet to have good choices, even for coeliacs. Staff were helpful in the restaurant. I saw the chef in the bar being efficient. The chef really looked after us.

Location

10/10

The viewing point for the northern lights was really close. There was a lovely campfire and viewing tower. The hotel is next door to an ice hockey arena. A supermarket is about 15 minutes walk away.

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