5 Kerttuojantie, 99800 Ivalo, Finland
#19 of 25 hotels in Ivalo
Guests' ChoiceBased on 41 hotel reviews
8.0Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.1
Location
8.5
Facilities
8.0
Staff
8.5
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
7.9
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Reviewed: 3 June 2024
Philippe
BelgiumOnly a lack of maintenance for the toilet, cover wasn't properly attached
Very complete little house, quiet, isolated, no noise from the street, arctic hares visiting the garden
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Marek
United KingdomBit noisy cause there are 4 rooms in this hut booked separately.
Very clean, nice and warm,very cheap.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 16 December 2023
Li
FinlandI can’t feel alone because I can feel all the people from other rooms around me and I can know what are they doing
It’s clean and warm and easy to get the key and parking.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 16 September 2023
Mauno
FinlandReally thin walls so you could hear everything from the other rooms.
Easy check-in, fast replying and helpful host.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 21 August 2023
Ruta
NorwayDid not like that there was no bed linen with a cover and bad sound insulation.
I liked beautiful, organized environment.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 13 August 2023
Martina
Czech RepublicThe sound isolation is very poor. My neighbours had a loud conversation in the middle of the night (2am) and didn’t take others into consideration at all. I could hear every sound.
Room has everything you need for short stay. Location is very good as it’s close to the bus stop and there is also restaurant selling basic needs aprox 200m away.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 20 April 2023
Selime
Germanycouldn’t lock the door or got locked in. each time it was a struggle 🙈 I know others had similar problems, I could tell from the noises.
right size for one person, walking distance to city centre-Ivalo. quiet neighborhood. WhatsApp communication with the caretaker was quick.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 28 February 2023
Cayetana
SpainIt took us some time to find our cabin. It's possible that I didn't understand well the directions but for some reason we couldn't easily spot cabin number 3 from the car when arrived. You have to pay to rent the bed sheets, it's not much but it'd be perfect if they were included (same with towels)
Very convenient location for us, near the road and next to a gas station. Very private as you don't need to meet anyone to get into the cabin, very easy to get in (classic box with a code for the keys inside). We had space to park the car. Big bed and enough space in the bathroom, the room itself it's not big but it had everything we needed and it felt warm and cozy enough. Overall a good one night stay, good price/quality ratio.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 19 January 2023
Brendan
IrelandLocal transport consists of taxis and regional buses only. All are comfortable but it is wise to check out bus availability and timetables before your trip because there are limited times available to other regions of interest like Inari or Saariselka. Soundproofing between the accommodation units is minimal but this is not really surprising considering the type of accommodation this chalet is.
I stayed here for an extended weekend in Ivalo, Finnish Lapland. It is fantastic value for money, and was a lovely, warm and cosy place to stay. The accommodation is basic, no cooking facilities, and consists of a sleeping area and private shower, toilet, there are 4 such units in the main building. It is ideal if you have a car, I didn't but I also did not mind walking the 4 km into Ivalo town. There is a safe and wide footpath and cycle lane that is separated from the main road. It is possible to get a breakfast, or tasty toasted cheese and ham sandwich and coffee in the nearby Ivalo River Camping reception building located about 200m as you head for the main road. The accommodation is mostly suitable for solo travelers and couples.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 31 August 2022
Andres
SwitzerlandThe room is really small. I wish there was a covered sport outdoors in case it rains and still to be outside (as essentially you get a room with bed and table which has little space for anything else). Linen is at extra charge, so this makes good value if you have your sleeping bag.
It is a minimalistic stay, but has wifi, a working desk, washing machine and basically, all you need for short stay. Outdoors there is a table and bench which is nice during good weather. I traveled with a motorcycle and found this to be a good spot to rest and spend the night on a stormy night (for street bikes, keep in mind steep incline and loose gravel to park next to the lodge).
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 7 January 2022
Javier
SpainThe accustic isolation regarding the other attached cabins is not that good, but nothing umbereable
A cozy and warm place, a bit small, but really good price for the area (the best quality/price I might say). It looks much better when you are in than in the pictures. The bed was wonderful. The only thing is that it's a bit far from the town (Ivalo), 1 hour by walk (you can do it walking straight by the side of the road) or 5 minuts in a 25 euro taxi. The bus stop is very close. Positive thing: you are in a very quit area in the beggining of the forest.
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: 10 December 2021
Federico
ItalyIt was a bit cold at first but they managed to fix the problem as soon as I mentioned it!
Lovely cabin. We had a great stay!
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 11 September 2024
Peter
FinlandDear I wish for one more addition? A cheap China-made plastic chair outside would have been great this summer, sunny days with daily max temps constantly above 25 centigrade, to sit, sip a dri k or two and watch the sunset (may take a few weeks if you visit in July).
Excellent value without serious downsides for a lone outdoors traveller. The best space plan ever saw, even a wfiting table with a lamp in a room that is definitely on the smller side.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 12 June 2024
Doktor
Czech RepublicWifi password changed,but luckily it got solved by one chat.
Paceful and quiet, I gon really nice sleep and hot bath.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Gita
LatviaSuper!
Very good place to stay! The most necessary are on the spot. We used our own bed linen. Everything is clean and tidy. Comfortable bed and warm room and shower. Silence and beautiful nature around! Perfect! Recommend!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 17 December 2023
Drfaruk
FinlandNo bed sheets, No pillow covers, No towels, no blanket covers, no shampoo, no soap, tiny room, dirty rug, no room for shoes, just one small glass of drinking water, we were disappointed when the mother of the Owner came before 11 o clock and asked us to check out
NOTHING!! The room was warm, and the hot water was running nicely. small tiny refrigerator, small microwave oven, coffee machine, water-warming electric jar, all these things are available. But thanks to the owner, Tina, she let me in before check-in.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 11 November 2023
Tarik
FranceHidden fees for sheets and towels. The bed wasnt made we had to make our own bed after 4h drive. Wifi not working. Parking not accessible
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 3 October 2023
Kirsten
NorwayNothing.
It was compacted but had everything we needed. We came back the next night too. It was good to know it just had a microwave. It had a good bed and bathroom with shower.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 24 September 2023
Kirsten
NorwayNo tea towel.
Everything you need in one small cabin . We bought ready made meals from the supermarket and cooked it in the microwave. Very comfortable bed and warm room. Shower and toilet.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 11 August 2023
Maria
GreeceThe location in the wood so beautiful The room warm and very clean
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 6 July 2023
Henry
FinlandSimple locks (not secure), bathroom floor had some wood just screwd in?! And other side didn't have drain at all. At evening we had to get cold shower as warm water runned out. There wasn't lining included (not mentioned in booking.com as far as I remember while booking)
Location
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 13 June 2023
Tomáš
Czech RepublicIt was small room in small 4 room cotage, but when you are dead tired it is realy perfect.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 18 March 2023
Ritva
FinlandThe room is very small, and a large part of it is dedicated to the bathroom. The floor was very cold so bring wollen socks in winter. Parking is challenging if all the 4 rooms are full, there is de facto space only for 3 cars. You need a car to go to the centre e.g. for dinner as the cooking facilities are limited to the microwave oven.
Inexpensive option in the height of the winter season
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 15 February 2023
Tathagat
IndiaPrice could be a little lower
Stayed in February 2023
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