Lapland Hotel Kilpis

Laura at the front desk was so welcoming and friendly, and knew a lot about the area. The outside looks dated and a bit uninviting, but don't let that put you off. After several days camping, we were glad to have a clean room, a comfortable bed, and a good shower. The rooms are simple but suited us well. The hotel sits by the lake, with woodland trails for a walk after dinner. Dinner was one of the best I've had: reindeer prepared two ways, with a sophistication I hadn't expected. We had a wonderful stay.

I left yesterday and already miss the place. The rooms are retro and basic, which suits me and the Lapland surroundings just fine. Across the main road there's a lovely walk with views of Saana and the wilderness, and you're quite likely to see reindeer there. A semi-tame reindeer also likes to hang around the hotel. I'll be back; it's a good stopover for Finnish, Swedish, and Norwegian Lapland, and close to the boat trip to the three-country border post.

Breakfast was good, but the rooms really need renovating soon. They don't measure up to other Lapland hotels.

The staff were really friendly and polite, and breakfast was very good. The hotel has a beautiful view and a great location, with a shop right across the street. The sauna by the shore was so good, and you can go for a swim there.