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Reviews of Magical Pond Nature Igloos

Tahkolanrannantie 43, 93830 Ruka, Finland

#31 of 273 hotels in Ruka

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 58 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 17 February 2024

    10
    Friendly and attentive staff and beautiful surroundings
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful location

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2024

    10
    MUST DO expererience to do!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unique location in the middle of nowhere. Breakfast with high quality and local products. Would 100% reccomend.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2024

    9.0
    fantastic and unique location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Small room. Shower is open, that means the bathroom gets flooded. The food in the bar is very basic and the restaurant is not always open, this means taking a taxi to Ruka at 30.00 euros each way. Since the room is small, we did not understand the usefulness of dedicating space to the small kitchen which has no possibility of heating or cooking food. It is not so easy to sleep well, due to the shape of the bed which is not square.

    The location is a must, very suggestive, in the middle of the Forest. Other "Igloos" are spaced enough to be not too near. Modern structure. Very kind receptionist. Possibility of having breakfast to go since we left at 6:30.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 January 2024

    10
    Like being in a fairy tail
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    What a wonderful place. Calm and serene with beautiful surrounding forest. Waking up, seemed a bit like a fairy tail. There are also winter activities accessible around, some even within walking distance.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2024

    10
    Magical experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved everything, but I felt like there was a lot of bright lights on during the night and was a bit worried it might make it difficult to see northern lights. Also I would suggest not bringing big suitcases as there's not much space for luggage in the room.

    Amazing location in the middle of nowhere, yet easily accessible from Ruka. Clean and tidy room, comfy bed and obviously wonderful views. Friendly staff, everything went smoothly. We had dinner at the restaurant, the 3 course dinner was very tasty and atmosphere in the restaurant was romantic and intimate. Breakfast was great, not the biggest selection but definitely fresh and good quality. Overall this truly was a magical place.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2024

    9.0
    A wonderful stay !
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast could be better.

    Magical igloo with an amazing view, located in the forest. The surroundings are just breath taking. Just nearby the resort, there's a place with a lot of activities which is very convenient.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2023

    10
    Simply stunning
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Didn’t have evening meal as wasn’t much choice

    Beautifully magical

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 December 2023

    10
    Thoroughly recommend visiting Magical Pond Nature Igloo - exceeded expectations!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    We liked it all!

    Great breakfast, super prompt taxi service which reception can conveniently arrange for you. Beautiful views, clean rooms and friendly people!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 December 2023

    8.0
    Winter wonderland
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The igloos are really tiney. But still worth the stay!

    Beautiful location, very helpful and friendly staff. Delicious breakfast with great coffee. We were surprised with a nice chocolate bar on Christmas Day. Everything was magical!!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night

    tinny house but didn't ruin the experience

    Good breakfast, excelent staff and very helpfull. Peacefull stay with great view.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 December 2023

    8.0
    Place is amazing, but don't come if you don't have a car
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place is a bit far from the town, which would not be a problem if there was a way to reach the Ruka village without having a car. There is no public transportation that can take you there, and taxi is quite expensive (25-30 euros each leg). THERE IS NO WAY TO EAT unless you pay 30 euros on delivery (which is more expensive than the food itself), or 60 (back and forth) to get a taxi to town. The hotel has a restaurant which was closed during our stay, so not helpful at all. I think it should be more clear that you have to either own a car or be prepared for not having food there.

    The place is indeed magical! Beautiful scenery, great accomodations, good breakfast and nice staff! There is a nice trail that you can walk, and you can use their snowshoes for free.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2023

    10
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 December 2023

    10
    Would highly recommend!
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed is very spacious but there’s not enough space if you bring too many luggages. We used the space in the toilet to keep baby’s stroller. The igloo can only be accessed by taxi from Ruka village so better have everything you need before coming to the igloo as there will be no shops around.

    We celebrated my husband’s birthday here and we had the most perfect stay and experience. The cozy glass igloo and the snowy landscape is such a perfect combination. We enjoyed the quiet arctic night at the same time felt so close to nature. The staff were kind, helpful and amazing. We were also given welcome drinks. The breakfast is fantastic. Their little cafe/ restaurant is such a vibe. The price you pay for this stay is absolutely worth it. I would highly recommend.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    You really can't know which igloo you will get. Others have better views. Although breakfast was good, it was pretty basic when thinking about the luxurious brand and the price of the stay.

    Breakfast was good and fresh! Location is quiet and far away from shops and restaurants. Igloo felt really private, far more better than regular hotel room.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 September 2023

    9.0
    Observing northern lights from your bed & waking up with reindeer passing by your window feels just like in a fairyt
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stylish & functional Peaceful Magical

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2023

    9.0
    Unique acomodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The wifi was almost nonexistent.

    The view from the room was amazing

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I really loved this peaceful place, the igloo is nice & comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2023

    9.0
    Great experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom was basic and there was no space at all in the room (you cannot keep 2 luggages open together). But the overall experience was great! ***The google maps location is wrong, beware!

    Amazing view of the snowy forest from the cabin. The location was even better than we imagined and you could see it all just laying on the enormous bed!

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2023

    10
    A bucket list experience ✨
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -Admiring the aurora from the huge bed; -Snowshoeing and sledding (the rental is free!); -Welcome drink and coffee machine in the igloo; -Remote location; -Friendly staff.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2023

    10
    Incredible stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    2 things can be improved: - a daily make-up of the room (not necessarily new bed sheets, but just a quick make-up) including the replacement of dirty dishes with clean ones would have been appreciated - the window of the bathroom is useless (can't be opened and does not bring much light into the cabin) BUT it is a bit disappointing at night when your neighbors let the light on and you cannot enjoy a real dark night > maybe you could cover the windows at least in winter to avoid light disturbances

    - incredible location & beautiful views over the nature only (from Cabin Nr. 3 at least) - very nice staff, very helpful, arranging and friendly - great breakfast

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really. Just that the room is small but can't complain about it. Everything else compensated the space :-)

    The views from the room ofcourse :-). A very good breakfast. Walking on the walking trail around the property with snowshoes and walking sticks provided by the hotel. Great staff.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2023

    9.0
    nice stay in the nature
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    breakfast was poor, the meal at the restaurant was disappointing (3 dishes which had been prepared elsewhere and not freshly cooked upon ordering), no slippers, no amenities (except an one for all dispenser in the bathroom)

    amazing location, lovely personnel, spectacular views, nature at its best

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 November 2022

    10
    definitely magical.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    minor criticism but drones shouldn’t be allowed as it ruins the atmosphere.

    stunning! right by a quiet lake with great views (and northern lights). enjoyed a peaceful campfire by the lake which was warm and lovely. the igloo was beautifully designed, clean and comfortable. staff were lovely. would stay again.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2022

    10
    Very nice house in your peace and quiet. Go paddling on the lake next to it, they offer the boards
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Triple Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast is nice, you can order it in the room or eat with others.

    Stayed in September 2022

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