Aino Private Island Hotel
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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Aino Private Island Hotel
Located on the private island of Vartiosaari in Rovaniemi, Aino Private Island Hotel is an adults-only boutique retreat offering a quiet and highly personal stay just 10 minutes from central Rovaniemi and Santa Claus Village. The island is accessed via a hanging bridge over the Kemijoki River. Each deluxe room and suite is individually designed with natural materials, soft textures, and custom furnishings. All rooms include a TV, kettle, capsule coffee machine, and private bathroom with shower and towels. The hotel also features a private villa with three bedrooms, a spacious living room with fireplace, and a terrace overlooking the Arctic river, ideal for guests seeking additional space and privacy. The restaurant Kota, housed in a building inspired by traditional Lappish huts with an open fireplace, serves daily breakfast and dinners. Breakfast and dinner is included in all room rates. Guests can enjoy both a Finnish sauna and a bookable wood-heated sauna by the river. At Aino, service is personal, attentive, and shaped entirely around each guest. From quiet moments to special experiences, every detail is thoughtfully arranged with care and intention. Year-round, the team is happy to assist with tailored activity arrangements suited to the season and guest preferences. Nearby points of interest include Ounasvaara Ski Resort and Lappi Arena. Rovaniemi Airport is located 10 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Stephane
Switzerland“Excellent location on an island, great food, great sauna (in and outside of the room), excellent ice swimming, nice plave to watch aurora, nice people” - Navina
Germany“Absolutely divine! This hotel is beyond words. Located on a private island, it created a perfect winter wonderland (we stayed in February) with a calm, pristine, and unique landscape by the frozen river. The staff were incredible—even before our...” - Dionne
United Kingdom“The property has stunning and scenic views, feels surreal! No words to describe how beautiful Aurora Island is, by far the best place I have travelled to. The accommodation is warm and cosy and has everything you need for a welcoming stay. Amazing...” 
Elisa Switzerland“Amazing location, super friendly staff, great restaurant!”- Aurelia
Spain“Beautiful place, location is good not too far from Santa Claus village Or the airport . On a private island . Amazing sunrise The chef is truly excellent and all the staff was extremely friendly sky and helpful . Loved it” - Arnaud
France“Absoluetly beautiful, remote enough so you really feel lost in Lapland. Great breakfast as well!” - Marie
Ireland“Wonderful setting, staff were very friendly and accommodating with great recommendations .” - Papu Ireland“Staying in a resort situated on an island in the middle of a frozen river in lapland is in itself magical.”
- Vereb
Hungary“The Breakfast was in a very nice atmosphere and the quality was very good. You get there everything what you need for breakfast... only thing was, that it will be a little bit late (starts from 8:30!), but you can order an early breakfast (we...” - Ecp United Kingdom“Beautiful island location in a peaceful natural setting by a river, beautiful room, great friendly staff.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Ravintola Kota
- CuisineLocal
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceTraditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
If you wish to dine in the restaurant, please contact the hotel in advance to make a reservation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Aino Private Island Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
