Hotel Vartiosaari The Aurora Island

Located on the private island of Vartiosaari in Rovaniemi, Aino Private Island Hotel is an adults-only boutique retreat offering a quiet and highly personal stay just 10 minutes from central Rovaniemi and Santa Claus Village. The island is accessed via a hanging bridge over the Kemijoki River.

Each deluxe room and suite is individually designed with natural materials, soft textures, and custom furnishings. All rooms include a TV, kettle, capsule coffee machine, and private bathroom with shower and towels. The hotel also features a private villa with three bedrooms, a spacious living room with fireplace, and a terrace overlooking the Arctic river, ideal for guests seeking additional space and privacy.

The restaurant Kota, housed in a building inspired by traditional Lappish huts with an open fireplace, serves daily breakfast and dinners. Breakfast and dinner is included in all room rates. Guests can enjoy both a Finnish sauna and a bookable wood-heated sauna by the river.

At Aino, service is personal, attentive, and shaped entirely around each guest. From quiet moments to special experiences, every detail is thoughtfully arranged with care and intention. Year-round, the team is happy to assist with tailored activity arrangements suited to the season and guest preferences.

Nearby points of interest include Ounasvaara Ski Resort and Lappi Arena. Rovaniemi Airport is located 10 km from the property.