HOTEL AAKENUS, Rovaniemi – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Apartments
Hotel Aakenus offers 45 rooms and 20 holiday apartments. Room types include single, twin, triple, and family rooms with connecting doors. All rooms include a flat-screen TV, electric kettle, free Wi-Fi, and private bathroom. Apartments range from 20m² studios to 130m² villas, featuring full kitchens with microwave, fridge, coffee maker, and oven. Some apartments include private saunas, fireplaces, or hot tubs. Pet-friendly options available with additional fee.
Dining Options
The hotel restaurant accommodates 110 diners and serves buffet breakfast included with room rates. Tunturi lobby bar offers drinks and snacks. Several apartments include full kitchen facilities for self-catering. The Sampokeskus Shopping Centre pedestrian precinct with dining options is 400 meters away.
Sauna & Facilities
Evening sauna access is included with room rates, with separate turns for men and women. Meeting rooms available with video projector, screen, and flipchart. Free parking with electrical outlets for engine heating and electric car charging. Some villas feature private saunas, hot tubs, and lakeside locations.
Location & Access
Located 400 meters from Rovaniemi town center. Within 300 meters of Arktikum Museum, Korundi House of Culture, and Revontuli Shopping Centre. Santa Claus Village is 8 km away on the Arctic Circle. Ranua Zoo is 80 km south. Rovaniemi Airport is 10 km from the property. Free parking available on site.
Services & Sustainability
24-hour reception. Room cleaning available for apartments with additional fee. Electric car charging stations. Sustainable features include geothermal heating in some villas, solar panels, and towel reuse program. Family-owned operation with over 50 years in hospitality. Sustainable Travel Finland certified.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Ski storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Smoke detectors
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Skiing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's play area
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Sauna
Room features
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel is situated very near the city center, providing easy access to the main pedestrian area and within a short walk of the Arktikum museum. While the rooms are in good condition with comfortable beds, the service could improve with better customer care. Dining offers various options and homemade waffles, while the facilities are satisfactory.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were in good condition and the beds were comfortable, but I found the service to be very insulting. The location was almost in the city center, which was convenient, and the dining options were decent. The facilities were satisfactory, but there is room for improvement in the overall service.
The hotel is conveniently located within a short walk of the Arktikum museum and close to the main pedestrian area of the city. The rooms are comfortable and in good condition, but unfortunately, signs of usage are visible due to long-term use. The service, while accommodating our requests, could benefit from some customer service training to improve interactions. The dining experience offers various options, including homemade waffles, but traditional bread is a highlight. The facilities are well-maintained, offering a pleasant stay.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. It boasts a great location within a short walk of the Arktikum museum, but unfortunately, signs of wear and tear were visible everywhere. The rooms were comfortable, but the service lacked warmth and hospitality. The dining experience was delightful with various options, yet the facilities seemed dated and in dire need of renovation.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were comfortable and clean, but the level of customer service could definitely be improved. The location was convenient, with easy access to the city center, but the dining options were not as great as expected.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were in good condition with comfortable beds, but the service could do with some customer service training. The location was convenient, close to the main pedestrian area of the city, but it was far from the city center. The dining was great with homemade waffles, but some options were lacking. The facilities were decent overall.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The location was superb, within a short walk of the Arktikum museum and close to the main pedestrian area of the city, offering easy access to restaurants and shopping. However, I found the service lacking in customer service skills, as each request was handled in a very insulting manner. The dining experience, while offering various options, could be improved. The facilities were decent, but there is room for enhancement in customer service training.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. While the rooms were clean and comfortable, the service could use some improvement. The location was convenient, but the dining options were limited. Despite the shortcomings, the facilities were enjoyable.
The hotel is centrally located in Rovaniemi, very near the main pedestrian area and Arktikum museum. The rooms were comfortable but showed signs of wear. Although the service was efficient, it lacked a friendly touch. The dining menu offered classic American dishes but could benefit from more variety. The facilities were adequate for a pleasant stay.
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were comfortable and in good condition, but the service could benefit from some customer service training. The location was convenient, close to the main pedestrian area and within a short walk of the Arktikum museum. The dining options were varied, with homemade waffles being a highlight, but the Bernese Fries were not up to par. The facilities were adequate, and the overall value for money was decent.
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