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Santa Break in Yllasrinne Cabins

Ylläs is a magical, unspoilt region of Lapland and one of the most enchanting places to enjoy a Santa holiday. Located above the Arctic Circle, this snowy resort feels like it has been lifted straight from a storybook. The three charming villages of Äkäslompolo, Ylläsrinne and Ylläsjärvi are home to traditional log cabins nestled between snow-covered trees, creating a picture-perfect festive setting for your Santa Break.

As night falls, the skies often come alive with the Northern Lights, adding an extra layer of wonder and excitement to your holiday. Combined with the peaceful surroundings and the sense of being somewhere truly special, Ylläs offers an unforgettable Christmas atmosphere where festive dreams really do come true.

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Half Board

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Yllasrinne Cabins

£150pp

  • A magical letter from Santa inviting your child to Lapland

  • A special visit to Santa’s wilderness hideaway - an exclusive experience that includes a private meeting with Santa and a special gift for every child

  • Arctic thermal clothing and snow boots for all adults and children from 3 years to keep you cosy and warm in the snow

  • A Festive Feast to celebrate your time in Lapland, full of festivities, including fun and games

  • Flights from the UK, transfers and accommodation

Dotted around the pretty village of Ylläsrinne amongst the snowy trees, the charming Ylläsrinne Cabins are a wonderful way to experience Lapland. The remote village allows you to fully relax and unwind, where you'll have plenty of space to play in the snow and enjoy the natural beauty of the untouched landscape.


Each of the Ylläsrinne cabins are unique in design, the smaller cabins are perfect for small families, whilst the bigger detached cabins are well suited to larger groups, so there'll be lots of opportunities for quality time and fun together. And when you're not out searching for Santa or exploring Lapland on one of our exciting excursions, you can look forward to getting back to your cabin to cosy up by the fire or relaxing in your own private sauna. With a bit of Christmas magic, you may even spot the Northern Lights lighting up the sky.


There's a cosy café a short walk away, where you can warm up with a hot drink and a freshly baked traditional munkki (a Finnish doughnut) in front of a warming fire. If you're feeling adventurous, whizz down the specially built sledging hill or grill sausages in a traditional laavu (open fire).

  • Cabins are spread around the Ylläsrinne area, each with varying distances to Hotel Ylläsrinne (for half-board meals):
    Walking distance ranges from 150 to 1000 metres (up to 20 minutes on foot)

  • The nearest supermarket is in Ylläsjärvi:
    Approx. 2.9 km (40-minute walk) from the hotel
    The hotel bar also offers a small selection of snacks

  • Transport connections:Local ski bus links Ylläsrinne to:
    Ylläsjärvi Ski Resort (approx. 3.5 km)
    Äkäslompolo village (approx. 14 km)
    Bus service runs throughout the day, but is not frequent into Ylläsrinne
    Ask the hotel reception or your Destination Expert for current timetables
    Taxis are available locally for an additional fee

All facilities are located in the Ylläsrinne Hotel,

  • Restaurant

  • Bar

  • Small selection of snacks and gifts are available to purchase in the reception area

  • Lounge area with games

  • Aurora room

  • On-site thermal clothing collection shop

  • Gym and sauna (pay locally)

  • Firewood, linen, towels and final clean included

You can enjoy a stress-free holiday when staying in one of these Ylläsrinne cabins as the cabins are on a  half-board basis, with breakfast and dinner enjoyed at the Ylläsrinne Hotel.

Each morning you can fuel up for the day at the breakfast buffet with a range of sweet and savoury options, often including pastries, biscuits, yogurt, fruit, pancakes, bread, eggs, bacon or sausages.

For dinner you'll enjoy a three-course evening meal, which may be served buffet style or have the main course served to your table. To start you can enjoy a warming bowl of soup or a salad bowl from the buffet, you'll then have a choice of main (one vegetarian option and one meat or fish option), and to end your meal a tasty dessert is available from the buffet.

You'll also have the option to have lunch at the Ylläsrinne Hotel for a local fee. A range of drinks and snacks are available from the bar throughout the day (pay locally).

A Festive Feast, a Christmas celebration meal with games and music, is included on the final night of your holiday. Please note that the Festive Feast will replace your last half-board dinner. You will be taken to the Festive Feast venue by mini-van or coach, exact timings will be provided by the Destination Experts in resort.

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements:

  • Vegetarians

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. If one member of your party has multiple dietary requirements, these are subject to confirmation by the accommodation.

Board basis available: Half Board

Direct exclusive charter flights to Kittilä Airport operate: 

Sundays (3-night or 7-night breaks) 

Wednesdays (4-night or 7-night breaks) 


Transfer Time Approximately 40 minutes to 1 hour by coach from Kittilä Airport. 


Please Note: Due to local access restrictions and coach stopping regulations, there may be a short walk from the coach drop-off point to your accommodation.


Create unforgettable family memories with a magical visit to Santa's Hideaway, included as part of your Lapland holiday. Hidden amongst the snow-covered forests of Ylläs, this enchanting winter wonderland offers an authentic Christmas experience that captures the true spirit of Lapland.


Upon arrival, Santa's cheerful elves will welcome you into their magical world. Join them for festive activities including gingerbread baking, arts and crafts, and plenty of seasonal fun for children of all ages. Little adventurers can enjoy exciting snow games, from tobogganing down snowy slopes to thrilling kick-sled rides through the winter landscape.


The highlight of your visit is a memorable snowmobile-drawn sleigh ride through the sparkling Arctic forest. Follow the twinkling lights winding through the snow-covered trees as you journey deeper into Santa's secret hideaway.At the end of your magical journey, you'll arrive at Santa's cosy log cabin, where your family will enjoy a special private meeting with Father Christmas himself. 


Share precious moments together, hear festive stories and receive a wonderful gift for each child to take home as a lasting reminder of this truly magical Lapland experience.Filled with festive fun, enchanting scenery and unforgettable family moments, Santa's Hideaway is sure to become one of the most treasured memories of your Christmas holiday in Lapland.

  • Snowmobile Safari from £98 per adult / £70 per child 

  • Reindeer Safari & Farm Visit from £125 per adult / £95 per child 

  • Husky Safari from £165 per adult / £120 per child 

  • Beginners' Ski Taster from £70 per person 

  • Northern Lights Snowshoe Safari from £98 per adult / £57 per child 

  • Snowshoe Safari from £62 per adult / £46 per child 

  • Aurora Hunt by Minivan from £79 per adult / £45 per child

Santa Breaks are not recommended for very small infants under 3 years of age. 

Toddlers 3 years+  generally love the excitement and magic of it all including the Santa’s Workshop. 

Although children under 4 years old are not able to join any snowmobile safaris, it's possible for them to join the husky & reindeer safari excursion, under the care and supervision of an adult.


Thermal suits and boots are included in the prices for guests aged 3yrs and over. Guests will be asked to collect their thermal suits and boots from our partner shop in the resort centre on arrival.

For guests staying in the Ylläs Log Cabins, we usually make a stop on the way from the airport before dropping you off at your cabin, depending on how far your cabin is from the resort centre. 


We can cater for all sizes, but please mention if you need an extra-large thermal suit or boots when you book so we can advise our partner shop in advance to make sure they have a suit available for you on arrival. 


For children under 0-2yrs, parents must bring their own thermal clothing as this is not included in the holiday price and availability locally cannot be guaranteed.


Please make sure you bring cosy woollen socks, gloves, thermal underclothes, hats and a scarf or balaclava to cover your face if necessary with you! We also recommend you also bring some additional mittens or gloves (ideally waterproof ones for children’s snow play) to be worn next to the skin. Layers are the key to keeping warm here and are far more effective than one or two thick items, so the thermals, a shirt or roll-neck fleece and a jacket/anorak under your suit when outdoors is recommended.

Follidays is affiliated with InteleTravel whom hold ABTA – P7384.
InteleTravel are appointed agents with Inghams for this package that hold ATOL.

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