Lapland Hotels Ylläskaltio

I went to Äkäslompolo to run the Nuts Ylläs Pallas 37km and chose the hotel for its proximity to the starting line. The hotel needs some renovation, but despite the bad reviews it was overall better than I expected. Staff was super helpful and friendly, the bed was extremely comfortable (a must before and after a race), the private sauna was amazing and cherry on top, breakfast was absolutely delicious and with a wide range of choice!

We did a four day trip to lapland and stayed at this hotel. Had a fantastic time. Hotel staff were brilliant and friendly with the kids. Not far from the shopping centre and frozen lake. (10/15mins) Only slight issue we did have was the shower, we didn't have any hot water on the last two days. We didn't say anything either so it might have been a small problem that the hotel would have sorted or it might have been the time we were trying to use it. Food was nice. Breakfast maybe a bit samey but at the same time there was plenty to choice from. Everyone found something to eat.

Visited here for a skiweekend with my kid, basicly everything worked - but property is getting too worn-out for these prices… Explanation is always ”Lappi-style”, but it is really not that you get in real-life. Breakfast was excellent and ”breakfastboat” definitely a precious piece of restaurant art. Btw, first skiingcentre for a decade where you must pay for a skibus with a Ticket (not hotel’s fault!). But okay, sauna was warm and we got beds to sleep

We got back from staying at the Snow Princess on boxing day. The hotel was lovely, warm and welcoming. The food was brilliant quality and the staff were friendly. The sledges were a great touch for the kids. Only 10 minutes walk from the frozen lake. We absolutely loved it!

Along with the hotel Akas, the Yllaskaltio is on the opposite side of the fjell compared with the Saaga. As such, the skiing is more limited (until mid February when the widest reds I have ever seen open), served by drags and tbars (and one chairlift). The pistes will be largely empty. You can access the Saaga side from the top and walking over, or by bus. Ski bus is 5 euro a ride, so include it when purchasing skipass. The hotel is visited by bus in the morning before the Akas hotel, so you will get on it OK. 3km to base station or stay on it to the Saaga side. The hotel is fine, with a small bar and gift shop in the reception area. Meals are taken in the massive dining room upstairs, with views of the resort. Food is the usual buffet, half board and was fine. 10 minutes down the road to the supermarket and some bars. Beer is around 9 euro for 400ml, same across the resort. In Jan/Feb the temperature can be brutal, down to below -30C! The people are fab. Definitely for families and more timid skiers. Wrap up warm!

Family room; lots of selection at buffet breakfast and dinner. Gift shop, bar, lobby. Ski Bus comes right to door. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Walking distance to supermarket. Sauna in each room. A Great place to stay if you're skiing at Yllas North or South.