Golden Crown Glass Igloos
Golden Crown Glass Igloos
Levi, Finland
At a Glance
A stay in a glass igloo overnight means you can maximise your opportunities of spying the Northern Lights
These igloos come with showers and WCs so are more comfortable than most similar glass topped igloos
The igloos combine really well with a hotel stay as part of an exciting winter wonderland adventure
Expect amazing views even if the Northern Lights don't appear
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Best time to Visit
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Winter is the perfect time to visit Finnish Lapland. The winter temperatures can vary anywhere between 0°C and -40°C. The average temperature in January is -14°C, but the cold is not biting because the air is dry. There can be as much as one metre of snow and it usually lasts until May. There is potential for Northern Lights viewing throughout the winter months.
Insider's View
The motorised bed allows you to change your position for optimising Northern Lights viewing!
The Premium igloos have stunning views over the fell and offer plenty of privacy.
The food here is really delicious so there is no need to leave the hotel in search of your next meal
Don't miss the special coffee made by the campfire by their house barista, served with home made cookies. This is only available every Thursday in the month of December and January.
Call us on 020 3993 4743 to start planning your holiday to Golden Crown Glass Igloos or take a look at our itineraries to Finland
Description
Golden Crown Glass Igloos are a collection of just 27 igloos, from where, with luck, you can spot the Northern Lights from your bed! The igloos are dotted along the ridge of a fell with stunning views over Finnish Lapland's unspoilt wilderness.
For those looking to stay somewhere truly unique and hoping to maximise the possibility of seeing the famous Northern Lights, an overnight stay in one of Golden Crown's glass igloos is a must.
Each igloo has a central double bed with a private bathroom with a shower and toilet, some igloos can also accommodate extra beds added for children. Suite igloos also benefit from their own private outdoor jacuzzi. The glass roof reveals the amazing night sky, scattered with stars and, if luck is on your side, the dancing Aurora Borealis. The views in general by day and by night are truly magnificent as the eye is drawn across the unique landscape and undulating fells.
Expect incredible sunrises and sunsets, trees glistening with icicles and crunchy snow underfoot. The glass igloos are perfect for a one night stay as part of a longer itinerary. For adults and children alike we can tailor an amazing itinerary with huskies, reindeer sledding and snow-mobiling.
Accommodation
There are two types of igloos with the Premium Igloos boasting the best position along the front line with sweeping views across the fells and unobstructed panoramic views that stretch for miles. Each glass igloo has a kitchenette, shower and toilet. The windows are insulated and electrically heated to keep them from frosting up. At the centre of the igloo is a motorised double bed that can be converted into twin beds.
| Prime Superior Igloo | The 9 prime superior igloos have a prime location on the hill side offering a unobstructed view of the valley. The igloos feature a double motorised bed that can be separated in to twin beds. They are equipped with a kettle, coffee maker, refrigerator, radio, hairdryer,bathrobe and slippers. The rooms are 23 square metres in size. |
| Suite Igloo | The luxurious Suite Igloos are 53 square metres and each of them have a sleeping area, small kitchen, lounge area and bathroom. There is also terrace with a private outdoor jacuzzi. They are located in a prime location of the fell with an unobstructed view of the valley. |
| Superior Igloo | The 15 superior igloos offer great views of the valley. The igloos feature a double motorised bed and a sofa bed that can sleep 2 children under 12. They are equipped with a kettle, coffee maker, refrigerator, radio, hair-dryer,bathrobe and slippers. The rooms are 23 square metres in size. |
Facilities
The kitchenette is equipped with a breakfast set for two, electric stove, microwave, coffee maker, kettle, toaster and fridge. Breakfast delivery can be arranged.
Activities
The Golden Crown Igloos are located near Levi which offers husky & reindeer sledding and snowmobiling. For Father Christmas enthusiasts the man himself can be visited a short drive away.
Experiences
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Arctic Hammock Experience
Finnish Lapland has the purest air in the world and one of the most unique ways to experience this and to truly immerse yourself in the nature is to cocoon yourself in a hammock and enjoy the peace of your surroundings.
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Arctic Sauna
Surrounded by the snowy wilderness of Finnish Lapland relax in the comfort of your private sauna building before retreating to the warmth of your open-air barrel hot tub.
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Campfire Barista
Savour the delicious flavours of Lapland with a modern twist as your artisan barista uses local ingredients to make delicious beverages, all over the roaring campfire.
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Cross-country Skiing in Finnish Lapland
Take part in an essential element of Finnish culture, Cross-country skiing. Once a necessary method to get around in winter, it is now a wonderful way to see beautiful Finnish scenery and explore Northern Finland.
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Husky dog sledding
Husky sledding is a unique and thrilling Finnish experience and an opportunity for a close encounter with the excitable Lappish husky dogs. You'll travel through the snowy wilderness on a comfortable sled pulled by a group of huskies.
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Ice fishing in Finnish Lapland
Learn a brand new skill during your time in Lapland - the traditional art of ice fishing. You'll learn how to break through the ice to reach the water below, as well as how to set up your fishing rod with the hopes of making a big catch!
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Reindeer farm with reindeer safari
Enjoy an unforgettable private visit to see where Santa's loyal companions, his reindeer, live, followed by a magical reindeer sleigh ride through the snow-clad forest.
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Snowmobile Safari
A highlight of any Arctic adventure, a snowmobile is a magical and exhilarating way to discover the incredible snowy landscape of Finnish Lapland.
Holiday Ideas
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A week in Finland
Helsinki, Rovaniemi and Levi
from £2400 pp inc flights & transfers for 5 nights
- Learn how to drive a husky sled as you set off into the Wilderness
- Visit a local reindeer herder and learn about their traditional way of life
- Sleep under a glass roof in the hopes of spotting the Northern Lights
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Extraordinary Finnish Lapland
Finnish Lapland
from £2200 pp inc flights & transfers for 4 nights
- Reside in a luxurious, boutique, adults-only hotel close to the Arctic Circle
- Plunge into a vast array of activities, just for grown-ups, including reindeer safaris and snowmobiling
- Sleep under the stars and spot the Northern Lights in your very own glass igloo
Location & directions
Levi, Finland
Golden Crown Igloos are located a 20-minute drive from Kittilä airport, accessed typically via a connecting flight from Helsinki.
How to get there
Connecting flights from the UK to Kittilä airport operate daily.
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