Best Koillismaa Hotels

55 km south-west of Kuusamo, L.Kostonjärvi 300 m (length 20 km, width 10 km), path to shore, shallow shore, hard moraine/rock bottom, own boat. Shore exclusively for house. Log house, faced with wooden boards, interior panelling, built 1949, completely renovated and extended 2011. Living room/kitchen convertible sofa/bed, bedroom 2 double bed, closed sleeping loft 2 bes (steep stairs to loft, area 9,5 m², low room height), sauna, washroom/WC, hall, open porch. Large living room with baking oven, bedroom with small tall oven. Cot and baby feeding chair on request. Grill tepee. Renovated to a high standard, the house is in a quiet location. Level yard area, ideal for children. Yard area has old shed and a small barn. Lake Kostonjärvi offers good fishing opportunities (including stocked lake salmon). Boat slipway 10 km. A good place for a visit is Pyhitysvaara 30 km (with e.g. camp fire places and lean-to’s). Taivalvaara ski resort 35 km, Ruka 70 km, Syöte 70 km.

Aarnitupa is a well-equipped and cozy log villa in Taivalkoski, situated on the shores of the clear-watered and fish-rich Lake Kylmäluoma. Child-friendly, peaceful sandy beaches, adjacent to the fish-rich wilderness ponds of the Kylmäluoma hiking area, hiking trails with campfire sites, and the authentic locations from Kalle Päätalo's books ensure a successful vacation for families, fishermen, hunters, and other travelers. The cabin is a traditional planed log cabin that radiates warmth and coziness. It is insulated and paneled inside, creating a cozy atmosphere. On the ground floor, there is a living room with a sofa bed for relaxation. The kitchen is equipped with necessary utensils and appliances for preparing delicious meals. There is also a bedroom downstairs with a double bed, providing a peaceful place to rest. Furthermore, the ground floor includes a sauna with a wood-burning sauna stove, a bathroom, and a separate WC. On the upper floor, there is another spacious bedroom with both a double bed and two single beds. This upper floor space is suitable for families or groups of friends who wish to share accommodation. Please note that the stairs leading to the upper floor are quite steep. The cottage's terrace was glazed afterwards (the glazing is not visible in all photos). Outside the cabin, you will find a carport that provides shelter for your vehicle. There is also a fence with a dog house, allowing you to bring your pet on vacation (additional fee). Aarnitupa was built in 1991. Accommodation includes, among other things, a rowing boat and firewood for the fireplace and sauna (reasonable amount). Free 4G Wi-Fi also enables remote work. Guests have their own profile available for SmartTV streaming services (Netflix, Disney +). Bed linen is provided pre-made. Fishing is allowed on the lake without a separate permit in the owner's water area (however, those aged 18-69 must pay the fishery management fee, see https://www.eraluvat.fi/en/fishing/fisheries-management-fee.html). On the...

31 km south of Kuusamo, Ruka 58 km, Lake Soiviojärvi 25 m, sandy bottom beach, rowing boat. Semi-detached cottage, built in 1989. Bedroom: 2 beds, living room: 2 beds + sofabed. Electric sauna. Semi-detached cottage situated in peaceful surrounding, near Soivion Kurssikeskus (course center). Excellent fishing and hiking opportunities. Ski trails and snowmobile trails are nearby. Additional equipment: Carport. Additional information: You can ask catering services, extra beds and laundry possibilities from the owner. More information from Soivion Leiri- ja Kurssikeskus websites. Owner lives in another apartment in semi-detached house. Distances: Poussunkoski rapid for fishing 12 km, The Predator Center "Kuusamon Suurpetokeskus" 22 km, Näränkä Natural Forests and marked trails (Suojärvi parking area) 35 km, Canyon lake Julma Ölkky (hiking trail Ölökyn Ähkäsy and boat trips) 43 km. Reservations start at 16.00 and end at 12.00 (also in weekend bookings).

A stay at Goiglo Hotel & Hostel places you in the heart of Kuusamo, a 3-minute drive from Kuusamo Park and 5 minutes from Hannu Hautala Nature Photography Center. This ski hotel is 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from Ruka Ski Area and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Kuusamo Church. Spend the day on the slopes, or enjoy recreational amenities including a sauna and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and ski storage. The ski shuttle (surcharge) makes getting to the slopes a breeze. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Featured amenities include a business center, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Kuusamo? This hotel has 2153 square feet (200 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 33 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring microwaves and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on request.

7 km northeast of Kuusamo, Ruka 25 km, Lake Saapunkijärvi 20 m, sandy beach, row boat. Two-storey log cottage, built in 2002, Downstairs: bedroom: 2 beds, combined kitchen/living room, electric sauna. Upstairs: bedroom: 2 beds, uppstairs lobby with convertible sofa. Situated by the lake Saapunkijärvi. 2 other cottages in the neighbourhood. To the airport 4 minutes drive. Tranquil location. Surrounded with pine forest. Additional information: Wifi internet connection. A lure fishing licence and 2 net fishing licences are included in the price (no fishing nets or fishing tackle). Distance to the official cross country skiing track 2 km and to a private track 20 m (opened when there is enough snow and ice). Other distances: Spa Holiday Club Kuusamon Tropiikki, Angry Birds -acticity park and Kuusamo Golf 6 km, Oulanka National Park / Pieni Karhunkierros Trail 50km, Lahtela-Vanttaja trail 21km, Iivaara 40km. Reservations start at 16.00 and end at 12.00 (also in weekend bookings).

7 km northeast of Kuusamo, Ruka 25 km, Lake Saapunkijärvi 30 m, shallow sandy bottom beach, own boat. Log cottage, built in 1990, bedroom with double bed (width 140 cm), 2 alcoves with curtains: one with two beds and the other with double bed (width 180 cm), living room: convertible bed, combined kitchen/living room, electric sauna. Other Saapungin lomat cottages in the vicinity. Additional equipment: Rowing raft (oars, table, stools), grill. Baby cot and high chair on request. Several snow sledges of different sizes. Other distances: Oulanka National Park / Pieni Karhunkierros Trail 50 km, Lahtela-Vanttaja trail 21 km, Iivaara 40 km, Kuusamon Tropiikki Spa 7,5 km. A large sledding hill 200 m away. Additional information: Campfire place. A lure fishing licence and 2 net fishing licences are included in the price (no fishing nets or fishing tackle).

13 km northeast of Kuusamo, Ruka 30 km, Lake Saapunkijärvi 50 m, sandy bottom beach, deep after 3-4m, rowing boat, pier. Log-panelled cottage, built in 1994, bedroom: double bed, loft (12 m²): double bed , living room: convertible sofa, combined kitchen/living room, electric sauna. Cosy log-panelled house on a hill landscape. ATTN. rather steep slope to the shore. Wood-fired beach sauna, available May-September, water for sauna with electric pump, sauna terrace with gas grill. Additional equipment: Fishing nets for whitefish and vendace (also license), 2 bicycles, grill + Muurikka pan. Frisbeegolf basket. Garden furniture both on shore and nearby cottage. Other distances: Oulanka National Park/Pieni Karhunkierros Trail 53.5 km, Lahtela-Vanttaja trail 24.5 km, Iivaara 43.5 km, spa Holiday Club Kuusamon Tropiikki and Kuusamo Golf 11 km. Reservations start at 16.00 and end at 12.00 (also in weekend bookings).