Yllas

Travel Guide
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Stay in an ice hotel, ski across miles of runs and trails and go wildlife spotting in the frozen wilderness of this popular Finnish winter destination.

From quality powder to superb views and miles of cross-country tracks, Ylläs is a ski lover's dream. The spectacular winter playground is nestled in Finnish Lapland and comprises two ski resorts and two villages located on the northern and southern sides of the Ylläs Fell. Slalom down a large network of slopes, ski through forests and go dog sledding across ice-hardened lakes.

Winter sport fans should waste no time getting their goggles on at either Ylläs Ski Resort or Sport Resort Ylläs. There are 63 runs between them, including Jättipitkä. At 1.9 miles (3 kilometres) this lays claim to being the longest ski slope in Finland.

Travel across 205 miles (330 kilometres) of cross-country trails, of which 23.6 miles (38 kilometres) are illuminated at night. If you prefer to use a little less energy, go on a husky or reindeer expedition. Take your seat on a comfy sled and enjoy the scenic splendour as you glide past snow-dusted pines and vast frozen lakes. See if you can spot lynxes and wolverines during your trip. You can also get close to reindeer by visiting a traditional reindeer herder.

Cover more ground on an exhilarating snowmobile tour. Learn the basics with your guide before setting off into the white wilderness together. Park and try a spot of ice fishing.

For even more frosty fun, visit the nearby Lainio Snow Village. This is recreated every winter using colossal amounts of ice and snow. Spend a night in the snow hotel, enjoy a drink in the ice bar and admire the ingenuity and creativity of the ice sculptures.

To experience Ylläs’s social scene, visit the bars and restaurants in the villages of Äkäslompolo and Ylläsjärvi.

Reach Ylläs by flying into the airport at Kittila, about 24.9 miles (40 kilometres) from Ylläsjärvi village and 34 miles (55 kilometres) from Äkäslompolo. You can also come by bus or train from several destinations in Finland. When you arrive, cherish the outdoor way of life, gorgeous views and multitude of snow-based activities.

Lapland Hotels Saaga
Lapland Hotels Saaga
4 out of 5
Iso-Ylläksentie 42, Kolari
The price is RM724 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
RM724
RM825 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Kolari. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Ylläs1 Gondola and Länsiraja Ski Lift ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (484 reviews)
"Fine hotel at an acceptable cost for this area in Laponia"

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2025

Lapland Hotels Saaga
Hotel Hullu Poro
Hotel Hullu Poro
Rakkavaarantie 5, Levi, Kittila
The price is RM621 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
RM621
RM708 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Kittila. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and a nightclub. Popular attractions Levi Ski Resort and Crazy Reindeer Arena are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (879 reviews)
"staff very welcoming"

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2025

Hotel Hullu Poro
Hotel Levi Panorama
Hotel Levi Panorama
Tunturitie 205, Kittila
The price is RM1,039 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
RM1,039
RM1,185 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Book a stay at this ski hotel in Kittila. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (785 reviews)
Wonderful hotel
"A great hotel, very clean and wonderful front desk staff. It is easy to get to the hotel by Gondola from Zero Point in Levi Ski Resort."

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2025

Hotel Levi Panorama
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Levi Suites Levi Gold
Levi Suites Levi Gold
4 out of 5
Torikuja 3, Kittila
Stay at this 4-star ski apartment in Kittila. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Levi Ski Resort and Levi Express Cabin Lift ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (134 reviews)
"All in all a good place to stay if you’re visiting Levi, just don’t forget to bring your keys out of the house, if not after hours you might not be able to find anyone to open the door for you."

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2025

Levi Suites Levi Gold
Levi Suites Unna Mànnu
Levi Suites Unna Mànnu
4.5 out of 5
Mariankuja 6, Kittila
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury apartment in Kittila. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a ski shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Levi Ski Resort and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (100 reviews)
"Very pleasant studio apartment, nice location"

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2025

Levi Suites Unna Mànnu
Holiday Club Ylläs
Holiday Club Ylläs
3 out of 5
Tunturintie 16 A 1, Kolari
Stay at this 3-star ski chalet in Kolari. Enjoy free parking, a sauna, and snowboarding on site. Popular attractions Perhe Ski Lift and Ankkuri Ski Lift are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (73 reviews)
"Amazing place , you will all you need ! We have seen auroras outside our cabin which was spectacular experience . Fire place and sauna was a big bonus. Highly recommend, we will definitely come back !"

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2025

Holiday Club Ylläs
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Yllas is a beautiful place with everything you would want to do in a snowy country. The only downside is that the one food shop in the area is very basic with no vegetables.