Santamus restaurant is a local speciality located in the Santa Claus Village, on the Arctic Circle in Rovaniemi. The Lappish restaurant Santamus hides a forest and a real gold stream within its walls, serving local cuisine in a Lapland themed setting spiced with a gold panning experience.

Feel closer to nature
The warm glow of the open fire, green spruce trees and the babbling pond will make you want to stop and enjoy the moment.

At Santamus you can enjoy local culinary creations and be entertained with unforgettable gold panning program, and groups can book the atmosphere-rich sauna spa for private events.

Lunch in summer outdoor restaurant enhanced with a gold panning experience. Winter season a lunch buffet with gold panning available. Brunches in autumn. Available all year round for private events.

Enjoy a dining experience at Restaurant Gallis, where the menu has been crafted as a culinary journey. The restaurant, located in Glass Resort in Santa Claus Village harmoniously combines global ingredients with pristine, locally sourced Lappish ingredients.

Lapland’s unspoiled nature, Arctic climate and the Midnight Sun give the wild produce their distinct qualities, pure flavors, and excellent nutritional value. At Restaurant Gallis, the richness of the region is celebrated by prominently featuring game meat, wild fish, forest mushrooms, and wild berries on the menu.

Glass Resort and Restaurant Gallis believe in the power of personalized and genuine service. At Restaurant Gallis, you are invited to experience the perfect blend of a cozy atmosphere and heartfelt hospitality. Your input and preferences are valued, and we’re here to ensure your dining experience exceeds your expectations.

The 24 Premium Glass Apartments, new Deluxe Glass Apartments (November 2024) and  Premium Lodge at Glass Resort, located in Santa Claus Village, are designed to combine Lapland tradition, modern comfort and the pure nature of the Arctic Circle.

The window walls and glass ceiling provide an unrestricted view of the northern sky and natural phenomena such as the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis).

The apartment interiors are decorated with Lappish handicrafts and Scandinavian design brands. Each apartment (44 m2) has a lounge, kitchenette, and upstairs loft with glass ceiling as well as a private Hot Spring outdoor spa and a sauna.

Exclusive Premium Lodge (320m2) offers a unique setting for unforgettable group holidays. Enjoy a 10-person Sauna area, Hot Spring Spa Outdoor Spa, atmospheric fireplace, spacious kitchen and seating area and large windows for nature and Northern Lights viewing. The Glass Resort Premium Lodge is perfectly situated in peaceful surroundings while allowing full exploration of everything Santa Claus Village has to offer.

As a new addition to our high-quality Resort we have 3 Deluxe Glass Apartments (120 sqm) that offer exclusive holiday experience! Apartments have the same Scandinavian interior design with high quality designer brands, private sauna and private Hot Spring outdoor spa, as its predecessors.

Restaurant Gallis serves our hotel guests as well as the guests from outside our hotel.
Enjoy a dining experience at Restaurant Gallis, where the menu has been crafted as a culinary journey. The restaurant harmoniously combines global ingredients with pristine, locally sourced Lappish ingredients.

The coolest drink bar in town! Sky Bar is located in the shores of Lake Lehtojärvi, a 30-minute drive from Rovaniemi city center and Santa Claus Village. From the ground floor you can find a lounge-type of bar that serves cocktails with a local twist along with other drinks and small snacks.

Sky bar opens in the afternoon and closes later in the evening: When it is dark and the sky is clear, we recommend to head to the second floor where you can hopefully see the northern lights through the glass roof!

Sky bar is located in the same building with Kota Restaurant at Arctic SnowHotel & Glass Igloos. During the winter season the location on shores of lake Lehtojärvi houses one of the largest snowhotels in the world -Arctic SnowHotel. The SnowHotel is open between December 15th – March 31st.

You can arrive by your own car or have a look at visiting experiences that include a transfer from Santa Claus Village or Rovaniemi city center.
www.arcticsnowhotel.fi/arctic-snowhotel-visiting-packages/

Throughout the autumn and winter season, this is the place to be to catch the Northern Lights, away from the city lights.

Groups can request for other times or book the entire bar in private use.

www.arcticsnowhotel.fi/restaurants/

Tel. +35840 845 3774

Sales & reservations: sales@arcticsnowhotel.fi

The Arctic SnowHotel & Glass Igloos is a landmark and a popular attraction in Rovaniemi. Ice Restaurant of Arctic SnowHotel is a spectacle, and an attraction on its own. Enjoy an unforgettable 3-course dinner with dessert served on an ice plate! The Ice Restaurant is built entirely of snow and ice, and its interior is crowned by amazing ice columns, light art and beautiful snow sculptures. The ice restaurant is located on the shore of Lake Lehtojärvi, half an hour’s drive from the center of Rovaniemi.

At the Ice Bar you don’t order a drink with ice, you order a drink in ice. A frozen icy glass in a bar made entirely of snow and ice, gives the experience that is beyond compare.

LOCATION
The location houses one of the largest snowhotels in the world -Arctic SnowHotel & Glass Igloos. The SnowHotel with Ice Restaurant and Ice Bar is open between December 15th – March 31st. Through out the autumn and winter season, this is the place to be to catch the Northern Lights, away from the city lights.

GETTING HERE:
You can arrive by your own car or have a look at visiting experiences that include a transfer from Santa Claus Village or Rovaniemi city center.
www.arcticsnowhotel.fi/arctic-snowhotel-visiting-packages/

IMPORTANT
Entrance ticket is needed!

Inside the SnowHotel the room temperature is 0–5C°, so remember to dress up warmly. Sitting on soft fur you will be comfortable in the restaurant furniture made of ice.

Please inform all dietary restrictions, allergies and religious restrictions in advance, our personnel is happy to organize a substitute option regardless the limitations.

Ice Restaurant is also suitable for groups.

Menu & reservations

Menu: www.arcticsnowhotel.fi/restaurants/

Tel. +35840 845 3774

Sales & reservatios: sales@arcticsnowhotel.fi

Arctic SnowHotel & Glass Igloos Rovaniemi, located 25 min drive (30 km) from Santa Claus Village, provides the luxury of sleeping under a 360º glass roof and the unique experience of staying in a hotel made of only snow and ice. Transfers available from the airport, Santa Claus Village and the Rovaniemi city center.

When staying in the warm Glass Igloos the chances of seeing the Northern Lights are multiplied. Enjoy the complimentary aurora alarm and we will make sure you will wake up when the lights appear!

Inside SnowHotel (opens in December) you can spend a night comfortably inside a quality sleeping bag. SnowHotel also offers a unique ice bar, stunning ice restaurant and a breathtaking ice chapel.

A breakfast buffet and the Finnish sauna is always included in the accommodation!

Local speciality: during winter season you can enjoy a unique snow sauna!

Warmest welcome!

The perfect choice for you who are looking for a unique accommodation option for holiday in Lapland! We are offering accommodation options in the center of Rovaniemi and its surroundings, also just a stone’s throw from Santa Claus Village. Each of our apartments are individually designed, from the location to the interior. The apartments are modern and the furniture have been carefully selected so that you can focus on enjoying your time as our guest.

Whether you’re looking for accommodation with glamor next to the services, your own peace with a wonderful river view, or practicality for a business trip, we’re sure to find the right option for you. You can pack the whole family with you, from baby to grandparents, because in the selection you will find apartments of different sizes between 50m2 and 95m2. READ MORE

We are here for you, together we will make your stay memorable. Experience the magic of Lapland, choose unique accommodation in Rovaniemi!

The Apukka Shuttle Bus runs multiple times daily, connecting Apukka Resort, Santa Claus Village, and Rovaniemi city center.

The Shuttle Bus is available for everyone traveling between these three locations. Tickets can be purchased in advance through the Apukka Resort website or onboard the bus. Please be aware that on-bus tickets are subject to seat availability.

This not only offers our guests a convenient means to reach Rovaniemi city center and Santa Claus Village but also provides an easy way to enjoy a day visit to Apukka. We have a plethora of activities suitable for busy schedules, including short tours and restaurant and sauna experiences.

See the schedule and buy tickets at https://apukkaresort.fi/about-apukka/apukka-shuttle-bus/.

Apukka Resort is an Arctic wilderness resort hotel situated on the edge of Lapland’s capital. It’s surrounded by picturesque lakes and the enchanting Lappish nature, and it’s just a 10-minute drive from both Santa Claus Village and Rovaniemi city.

We provide a range of exciting activities throughout the year along with distinctive accommodation choices, including the renowned glass igloos and breathtaking lakeview apartments. Whether you’re traveling solo, with a partner, family, or a group of friends, we have a place you’ll adore.

The specially designed Kammi Glass Igloo Suites  provide a 360-degree sky view from your bed, while the spacious Apukka Lakeview Suites  feature glass walls offering an uninterrupted view of Lake Olkkajärvi. These views are beautiful, whether it’s the autumn foliage in September-October or the snowy landscapes and starry skies of the winter season.

When it comes to sky views, our Aurora Cabins, designed as classical glass igloos, are ideal for witnessing the Northern Lights gracefully painting the sky with colors. A heated panoramic glass roof ensures that you won’t have to worry about any built-up snow blocking your view.

If you’re arriving in Rovaniemi with a larger group, consider Villa Apukka. This magnificent house, built in 1948, features three spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a private sauna.

Last but certainly not least, we offer ‘Frozen’-style Ice Cabins during winter, crafted from pure ice logs. Despite temperatures ranging from 0 to -5 degrees, you’ll sleep comfortably in a super-thick thermal sleeping bag, cocooned by luxurious reindeer hides to keep you perfectly warm.

Alongside our accommodation, we provide a wonderful selection of seasonal activities, such as husky rides, horse tours, and reindeer safaris. You can also join in on our Aurora hunting expeditions, venture into nature on an eFatbike, or experience snowshoeing and boating. And of course, we offer snowmobile adventures and the delightful Finnish saunas – this is Lapland, after all!

And when hunger strikes, step inside the 100-year-old timber log walls of Restaurant Aitta to savor the delights of Lappish cuisine. At Restaurant Kota, you’ll be treated to dishes prepared over an open fire in an inviting setting inspired by the traditional Sami huts. For drinks and snacks, visit the Lobby Bar Riihi, open from early morning to late night.

Enjoyed what you read? Eager to learn more? We’d love to hear from you!

Visit our website at www.apukkaresort.fi and start planning your stay!

Whether you’re planning a day trip or an extended vacation in Lapland, Apukka Resort offers a wide range of bucket-list-worthy activities during the autumn and winter seasons. You’re sure to find something that suits your schedule, and all activities include transfers to and from Santa Claus Village and Rovaniemi city center. The Arctic wilderness surrounding us is our magnificent playground. Our private land and carefully created routes provide a safe and serene environment for all nature activities. Our guides immerse you in the Finnish way of life and share their deep connection with nature.

We offer activities in three different seasons:
– Autumn :  1.9.-12.11
– Early Winter : 13.11.-30.11.
– Winter : 1.12.-7.4.

Autumn marks the start of the Aurora Borealis season and a time when Lapland’s nature dons vibrant shades of yellow, orange, and red – the season of fall foliage. During this period, you can embark on a Northern Lights tour, encounter Arctic animals in our safaris, hike through the wilderness, or explore the landscape from the saddle of an eFatbike.

Winter arrives early in Apukka Resort, as we kick off our snow-based activities from November 13th onwards. If nature doesn’t provide us with sufficient snow, we’ll create it using stored snow and snow cannons. Join us for fun-filled experiences like husky tours, reindeer sleigh rides, snowmobile safaris, and much more. These tours offer a special chance to enjoy snowy activities ahead of the usual season.

When the winter season is in full swing, you’ll find our selection of winter activities expanding. Enjoy longer husky rides, a greater variety of Northern Lights tours , snowshoeing … There are simply too many things to do to list here!

For those interested in experiencing Finnish saunas, our variety of saunas are available for booking. You can try the traditional lakeside sauna with ice swimming or sauna with an outdoor jacuzzi. Please note that sauna reservations do not include transfers, but you can utilize our Apukka Shuttle Bus for transportation.

Visit our website to explore and book all the must-do activities in Lapland online!