Miilu Northern Lights

  • Lapland/Finland, Yllas

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Miilu Northern Lights Cabins
Miilu View 3
Dining Area with Lake Views
Miilu Kitchen 1 (1)
Standard Kitchenette & Dining Area
Miilu Alcove (1)
Typical Alcove Bedroom
Miilu Bedroom1
Typical Bedroom
Miilu Kitchen 2 (1)
Standard Kitchenette & Dining Area
Miilu Kitchen 5
Typical Kitchenette & Dining Area
Miilu Kitchen 4 (1)
Standard Kitchenette
Miilu Kitchen 1 (1)
Standard Kitchenette & Dining Area
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Living Area
Miilu Upstairs2
Typical Mezzanine Lounge Area
Miilu Sauna
Sauna
Miilu Talvi Jarvelle
Lakeside Cabins
Miilu Northen Lights Cabin Yllas Cabin D Ground Floor Plan
Miilu Northern Lights Cabins C & D, Floorplan
Miilu Northen Lights Cabin Yllas Cabin A Mezzanine Floor Plan
Miilu Northern Lights Cabins A & B, Mezzanine Floorplan
Miilu Northen Lights Cabin Yllas Cabin A Ground Floor Plan
Miilu Northern Lights Cabins A & B, Floorplan
Miilu Northen Lights Cabin Yllas Cabin D Mezzanine Floor Plan
Miilu Northern Lights Cabins C & D, Mezzanine Floorplan

Miilu Resort is a new high-quality accommodation in Ylläs. The modern Miilu Northern Lights Cabins are situated on the shoreline of the Ylläsjärvi lake - the stunning remote location makes it the perfect place to seek out the Northern Lights. These brand new, modern cabins have a sleek Finnish style with large windows overlooking the frozen landscape, cosy lounge areas with a log burning stove, comfortable sleeping areas and a well equipped kitchenette. Breakfast is included for the duration of your stay, plus there's the option to upgrade to half-board dinners - seasonal ingredients are used to create tasty evening meals in the Miilu Bar & Grill. A shuttle service is included for all guests, linking the Miilu resort to the Yllas Ski Resort and starting point for any optional excursions you wish to take. 

Your gateway to the Northern Lights  

Surrounded by the snowy forests, the Miilu Northern Lights Cabins are located on the shoreline of Lake Ylläsjärvi. Enjoy the peaceful Lappish landscape and admire the scenery from the comfort of your cabin, with large windows overlooking the lake and surrounding wooded area. Staying at this remote retreat you'll be in prime position to spot the Northern Lights. Lapland is one of the best places in the world to witness the Auroa Borealis and wintertime stays in these cabins provide the greatest opportunity to witness this natural phenomenon.

Snow and sauna

Wake up to the snowy scenery surrounding your cabin and enjoy the beautiful views from the comfort of your cabin. These brand-new semi-detached cabins are furnished in a modern Finnish style with wood panelling and large windows overlooking the lake. Their quiet, secluded location makes for an excellent choice for your next arctic adventure. Each cabin has everything you need for a stay in Finnish Lapland, including a fully equipped kitchenette and dining area, a lounge with a television, and comfortable sleeping areas. And, after a day of activities in the great outdoors, warm up in your own private sauna.

Exploring Ylläs and beyond

During your stay you'll have the option to add on activities like downhill skiing at the nearby Ylläsjärvi Ski Resort. Try out exciting excursions such as, snowmobiling through the arctic tundra, husky sledding, a reindeer safari or a visit to the Snow Village to see the beautiful sculptures carved from ice and snow. Or, just simply enjoy the tranquil silence and nature surrounding the Miilu Resort. 

Rooms
  • No. of buildings: 6

Reception

  • Check in from: 4pm
  • Check out: 12pm

Rooms

Cabins A & B are around 62m² and sleeps up to six people. Downstairs there is one bedroom with a double bed (160cm) and a separate sleeping alcove with a large single (120cm) bed. Up on the mezzanine level there are three single beds. The apartment has a well-equipped kitchen, lounge area and one bathroom with WC.

Cabin B & C are around 62m² and sleeps up to six people. Downstairs there is one bedroom with a double bed (160cm). The mezzanine level has three single beds. In the living room there is a sofa bed. The apartment has a well-equipped kitchen, lounge area with a fireplace and one bathroom with WC.

One linen set with towels is included per person, per week. End of stay cleaning is included - please ensure that the cabin is left clean and beds are stripped prior to departure. Cabins are quiet between 11pm-7am.

Cabin facilities

  • Kitchenette with oven, stove, microwave, toaster, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities
  • Lounge area
  • TV
  • Terrace with lake views
  • Sauna
  • Clothes dryer
  • Washing machine
  • Bathroom with shower
  • WC
  • Hairdryer
  • Cots are available upon request (paid locally)
  • All cabins are non-smoking 
  • Lift accessible: No
  • Lift serves all floors: No
  • Access ramp: No

These cabins are not recommended for those with reduced mobility due to the uneven ground, and mezzanine levels only being accessible by a steep staircase.

Excursions

Pre-bookable Lapland Excursions:

we're proud to work with the best local partners to bring you unforgettable arctic experiences. Book individually or save up to 35% per person when you pre-book a multi-activity package.

We now allocate a date and time of day for any excursions booked. So, there's no more wondering when your adventures will take place. 

Snowmobile Safari Reindeer Safari Husky Safari

Lainio Snow Hotel and Village Visit		 Snowshoe Safari  

 

Snowmobile safari Age (years) Price per person Duration
Single (1 adult driving alone) 18+ £138 Approx. 2 - 2.5 hours (from Äkäslompolo)
approx. 25km
Double (2 sharing) 11+ & 140cm+ tall £98
Child in sleigh/Pod 4 -10 £70

 

Northern Lights Snowmobile safari Age (years) Price per person Duration
Single (1 adult driving alone) 18+ £138 Approx. 2 - 2.5 hours (from Äkäslompolo)
approx. 20km
Double (2 sharing) 11+ & 140cm+ tall £98

All drivers must be 18yrs+ and bring a full, valid photographic driver's licence with them to the excursion.

Children must be aged 11 years or above and at least 140cm tall to ride as a passenger on a snowmobile, they must be able to touch the footrest when sat on the snowmobile. Children under this height or aged 4-10 years will be towed in a sled or pod behind the guide. It is not possible for infants (aged 0-3 years) to take part in this excursion. 

Single riders who have purchased a sharing snowmobile may need to upgrade locally to a single-driving snowmobile, if a shared snowmobile is not available.

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Reindeer safari Age (years) Price per person Duration
Adult - 1km  13+ £125 Approx. 1.5 hours at farm
Child - 1km 4 - 12 £95
1 - 3 £15

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Husky safari Age (years) Price per person Duration Driven by
Adult - Mini 2km 13+ £95 Approx. 1.5 hours at farm Guest
Child - Mini 2km 2 - 12 £70
0 - 1 £15
Adult - Super 9km 13+ £165 Approx. 1.5 hours at farm Guest
Child- Super 9km 4-12 (7+ recommended) £120

Children younger than 4 are only allowed on 2km husky safari.  

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Lainio Snow Village Visit Age (years) Price per person Duration
Adult  15+ £70 approx. 1 hour 30 mins at Snow Village (includes guided tour)
Child 4-14yrs £55
1-3yrs £15

Available from mid-December onwards. Visits that are booked before the public opening date, there may not be a completed Village to see. You will be able to have a more 'behind the scenes' visit and maybe see the artists working. The completion of the Snow Village is weather-dependent.

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Snowshoe Safari Age (years) Price per person Duration
Adult - daytime 13+ £55 approx. 2 hours
Child - daytime 7 - 12yrs £45
Adult - evening 13+ £77 approx. 2 hours

Please note:

  • Unless stated otherwise, excursion days and time of day (morning, afternoon, or evening) are as shown on your invoice.
    Exact excursion timings will be confirmed upon arrival in resort.
  • Some excursions may have flexible scheduling. Where this is the case, your invoice will state: "The actual time and day of your excursion will be confirmed locally and may differ from your invoice and voucher." Our resort team will then advise you on arrival.
  • Excursion days and times are subject to change. While we will do our best to provide advance notice, some adjustments may be necessary. Our Excursion Coordinator and Destination Experts will be available in the resort to assist with any changes.
  • Times and distances are approximate and may vary due to weather and other conditions. In extremely cold temperatures or bad weather conditions excursions may be cancelled at late notice.
  • Prices and supplements are correct at time of publishing but may vary up or down. Correct prices will be advised at the time of booking.
  • Travel insurance is a condition of booking with us, and you should ensure that your chosen policy covers the activities that you plan to take part in during your holiday. Your policy should provide cover for your own personal and medical expenses, however individual policies will not cover damage to snowmobiles or skidoos and a compulsory excess will be payable directly to the supplier of the snowmobile/skidoo excursion.

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Longitude: 24.31619371594983
Latitude: 67.53039026840659

  • Remote location on the shoreline of the beautiful Ylläsjärvi Lake
  • Around 700 metres walk along a lakeside footpath to the small centre of Ylläsjärvi where you can find the Eelin Kauppa supermarket and a coffee shop
  • 4.5 kilometres to the Ylläsjärvi ski resort
  • Shuttle service at set times included to Ylläsjärvi Ski Resort

Ski Bus 

  • The ski bus is payable locally
  • Nearest ski bus stop is approx. 700 metres away - the stop is on the main road outside the Eelin Kauppa supermarket
  • Links to the Ylläsjärvi Ski Resort and the village of Äkäslompolo
  • Guests aged 6+ with a valid 1-5 day ski pass pay approx. €5 per day to use the ski bus
  • Guests with a valid 6 day ski pass pay approx. €30 per week
  • Non-skiers: Day tickets can be purchased on the bus for approx. €13.50 per adult, €8.50 per child (6-11 years)
  • Children up to 5 years old travel free of charge
  • Multi-day tickets can be purchased from ticket sales points including the Saaga Hotel reception at the Ylläsjärvi Ski Resort or online
Facilities
  • Millu Bar & Grill Restaurant 
  • Bar & Lounge with fireplace
  • Wi-Fi
  • On-site parking 
  • Shuttle service to the Ylläsjärvi ski resort (set times)
Meals

During your stay at Miilu Northern Lights Cabins, you'll have breakfast included. Each morning you can enjoy a varied breakfast buffet taken at the Miilu Bar & Grill, which is around a 100-metre walk from the cabins.

Upgrade to half-board to include dinner in the Miilu Bar & Grill Restaurant each evening - three-course meals made with seasonal ingredients. The restaurant has lovely views of the frozen lake, so you can admire the Lappish landscape while dining. 

Board basis options available

  • Bed & Breakfast
  • Half Board

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements

  • Gluten Free
  • Vegans
  • Vegetarians

The Miilu Northern Light Cabins can cater for special dietary requirements (vegetarian, vegan, dairy free and gluten free) on request. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking. Allergies and intolerances not listed above cannot be catered for. All allergies and intolerances, even if listed above, are subject to confirmation by the accommodation.

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