The Pandomes aurora igloo hotel - Rovaniemi

Winnie X.

This “Igloo” should really be renamed as a tent. Daniel was very warm and accommodating, always ready to help, and the location is quite good—near the lake and with a chance to see the Northern Lights.

However, I can’t compliment the facilities here. The structure is very basic and drafty. With temperatures outside at -20°C, the room felt like an icebox. There’s a fireplace, but you need to add wood every 20 minutes. I woke up freezing three times in the middle of the night, crouching by the fireplace to rekindle the fire. The key issue is the price—1,300 euros! I just want to ask the host: would you pay 1,300 euros to stay in a place like this?

The room only has a toilet, and for brushing your teeth or washing your face, you need to go outside. It’s not that I mind going outside, but at -20°C, stepping out to wash your face means coming back with your face feeling frozen. The room does have blankets and a heater, but the door doesn’t close properly, and the walls are a mix of fabric and wooden planks.

I can understand higher prices during the holiday season, but this price simply doesn’t match the experience. This place might be suitable for summer or milder weather, but staying here in winter, imagining a cozy Igloo experience, and instead worrying about the freezing temperature all night, is far from enjoyable.

Ullrich K.

We stayed one night, deep snow, -20 degrees. We truly enjoyed it and would have also done 2 nights if we had the time. The service is superb. We had a BBQ in the evening for 45 euro and it easily fed me and my three kids. Walking on the frozen lake at night is amazing. Thanks a lot for a wonderful experience

Cachoulajolie 8. (.

Le lieu est magnifique il n'y a personne on est tranquille. Il s'agit d'un Igloo un peu rustique cependant mets il fait tout à fait l'affaire.

Yvette S.

We stayed 1 night over Christmas holiday and my only regret was we should have stayed longer! The Dome is very cozy and we had a beautiful view of the snowy forest. I was hoping to see the Northern Lights but it was cloudy.. maybe next time! Milda is a great host! She’s very responsive and accommodating. She even got us wine and cake when she learned we were celebrating our 25 years anniversary and my daughter’s birthday! What an awesome surprise!! They got us some sausages and we used the Kota to bbq and eat dinner…and of course we also used the sauna and rolled in the snow! Great times!
I accidentally left my Apple Watch and she was more than willing to drive it down to Rovaniemi where we were hanging out waiting for our flight. I can’t thank her enough!

anirudh S.

Me and wife had a lovely time at pandomes Aurora igloo ! Milda , Thiago and Ragna were great hosts and ensured we were comfortable at all times. The place was absolutely pristine , and one feels a sense of calm and serenity immediately as one enters the property. The property is surrounded by trees and is close to a lake , which makes for beautiful pictures.
Our rooms were beautifully made with a lot of thought out put behind every item in the room. The roaring fire ensured we stayed warm despite negative temperatures outside and we slept like babies that night.
Would recommend this place to anyone who is looking for a quiet time at a lovely place hosted by warm hosts

M L.

We had such wonderful time staying in this gorgeous igloo. Milda, Thiago and Ragna are amazing hosts. They went above and beyond to help us with everything, making us feel at home. The apartments are super cozy, comfy and quiet, I loved the fireplace and the heavy blankets. The dog is a hugeeee plus, such a cutie, it is great to have her running around and playing with us, always so full of energy and happy. The bathroom is super clean, with a big shower cabin and a sauna, a very interesting grilling facility outside and a fireplace in the tent, were also a nice plus in our opinion. We spend the evening by the lake, watching the Auroras dancing in the sky with a little bond fire. Can't wait to go back during winter season.

Mel K.

I stayed 4 nights at Pandomes Aurora Igloo in January 2023. I was very lucky to see Aurora not once but twice!! The whole experience felt like a dream! I can't thank enough my Hosts: Milda, Tiago and their lovely dog Ragna (she is loud but harmless, don't be scared and she will be asking you to pet her in no time).
Located about forty minutes away from the airport and the city, Pandomes is surrounded by nature. The forest hugs you in almost every direction, except the path that leads to the lake. The sight of the snow covered trees and the cracking sound under your feet are a true winter wonderland.
Pandomes features a gorgeous sauna and there is also a little place to start a fire near the lake.  As the wooden Igloos have a window facing north you can even see the Aurora from your armchair and sipping some tea if you are lucky (I did!!).
Through my stay Milda picked me up from the Airport in their oh so comfortable red Tesla, and I also added some tours to my experience! She took me to Santa Village to meet Santa Claus, Pyha and up the mountain to see the sunset at 2pm and to see the frozen waterfalls, Tuluka Raindeer Farm for a raindeer sledge ride, everything. She shared all her knowledge about local culture and was so dedicated to making sure I had the best time!
Also a huge shout-out to Tiago, he is the best at spotting Aurora Borealis! He constantly checked for the updates on the peaks, the magnetic field, and informing the fellow Guests and Aurora Hunters (you can just book a tour to hopefully see Aurora even if you don't stay the night at the accommodations). He took some outstanding pictures of me with the fully lit green sky!
Overall, it was a trip I will never forget. Words are not enough to describe how magical my stay was, in every single way. Thank you again, Milda, Tiago and Ragna! Pandomes will always hold a special place in my heart <3

Nicole C.

Very cozy and clean. It’s a unique and cool experience staying inside an igloo in the middle of Lapland. Milda is also a very enthusiastic and hospitable host. She’s attentive to the guests’ needs. Overall, a good stay!