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Levi Igloos – Golden Crown; Credit: Levin Iglut- Golden Crown

Levi Igloos – Golden Crown

Finnish Lapland, Finland

Luxury glass igloos provide a private sanctuary for viewing the northern lights in Lapland.

Pine forests stretch for miles around Utsuvaara, the peaceful fell that cradles Levi Igloos – Golden Crown’s collection of glass domes. One of the first igloo-inspired hotels in Finland, Levi Igloos invites you to soak up the Arctic landscape —snow, sky, and slopes — from the comfort and warmth of your bed. Between mid-September and early April, the northern lights often dance directly above the glass roofs, and you’ll be woken by a special alert if they do.

Levi Igloos sprawls out on a forested hillside, around a 20-minute drive from the town of Levi, offering a peaceful and eco-conscious retreat away from the Lapland crowds. There’s a fine-dining restaurant on site, designed to look like a Sámi conical tent (with panoramic glass instead of reindeer hide), as well as a sauna and alfresco hot tub. During winter, you can soak up the scenery by snowshoe, horseback, or sled, while autumn at Levi Igloos invites you to hike, cycle, and forage for wild food.

OUR OPINION:

There’s something special about unwinding in your own igloo-style room, surrounded by snow, with the northern lights shimmering overhead. We suggest staying here from December to February, when this tucked-away winter wonderland is at its most beautiful.

OUR RATING: First Class

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Rooms

Domed glass roofs are the defining feature of all the igloos at Levi Igloos. They offer clear views of the Nordic scenery and northern lights, while low-level curtains and frosted walls in the kitchens and en suites provide privacy. Superior Igloos sit among several others, while Prime Superiors have valley or forest views, either on the front or second row of igloos. Suites are the largest option, with a separate lounge area, a private terrace and hot tub, and unobstructed views of the valley. For even more exclusivity, you can stay in the Northern Lights House, a villa with two bedrooms and panoramic glass windows, as well as a private terrace, hot tub, and sauna.

Location

You can reach the town of Levi, as well as Kittilä airport, by car in under 20 minutes. So, while Levi Igloos is fairly remote, it doesn’t take long to get there. There aren’t any nearby restaurants or shops beyond the resort, but its secluded and elevated position means less light pollution and better views of the northern lights.

Food and drink

  • Restaurant Utsu is a glass-roofed fine-dining restaurant with a focus on locally sourced Nordic cuisine.
  • Reservations are essential for lunch and dinner (available during certain months, excluding summer).
  • Buffet breakfast is included in your stay and served daily in the restaurant, or it can be delivered to your igloo.
  • Dinner is either a three- or a five-course chef’s menu, which changes daily.
  • Choose between downstairs dining beside the fireplace or upstairs beneath the conical glass roof.

Families

  • Best suited to families with children over the age of 12.
  • There is space for extra beds in select igloos.
  • Northern Lights House offers a villa-type stay for larger groups and families, sleeping up to four adults and two children.
  • Family experiences available across the seasons, including husky and reindeer rides, canoeing, and fishing.

Honeymooners

  • Suite Igloos provide extra privacy, with an outdoor terrace and hot tub, at the edge of the fell.
  • Private dinners take place within the Sámi-style kota (wooden cabin), with a bespoke menu and personal chef.

Facilities and activities

  • Finnish sauna and alfresco hot tub for guests.
  • Concierge on hand to arrange experiences, massages at nearby spas, transfers, and restaurant reservations.
  • Photography services available.

Environmental and social responsibility

Levi Igloos has been awarded for its sustainability efforts over the years. All igloos are heated with green energy, including geothermal heating and air-to-air heat pumps, while the restaurant uses locally sourced ingredients, such as foraged mushrooms and berries. The gift shop is also stocked with Finnish handicrafts.

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