Area sceneryStraight-line distance from hotel: 48 km directSeason: Year-roundLapland Safaris Rovaniemi
Lapland Safaris is a large Lapland tour operator with activities in Rovaniemi. Its offerings include Arctic tours and outdoor experiences.
Beana Laponia
Rovaniemi, Finland
Beana Laponia offers an adults-only sanctuary in Finnish Lapland, where guests drive their own husky sleds through pristine wilderness.
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Uniqueness
Beana Laponia is a luxury wilderness hotel located in the remote forests near Meltaus, Finland. Just 60 km from Rovaniemi, this adults-only retreat offers 11 intimate rooms designed for privacy and tranquility. The hotel's architecture features rough-hewn timbers and expansive windows that frame the surrounding boreal forest, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The hotel emphasizes a deep connection with Sámi heritage and offers unique experiences like driving your own husky sled directly from the hotel grounds. Beana Laponia's philosophy focuses on meaningful, mindful luxury, providing curated calm and exceptional food made from local ingredients. This sanctuary redefines solitude and intimacy, offering a peaceful escape into nature.
Activities at Beana Laponia
At Beana Laponia, guests can embark on private husky safaris, driving their own team of Alaskan huskies through untouched snowy landscapes. Snowmobile excursions offer both scenic and adventurous routes directly from the hotel. For quieter immersion, snowshoeing and backcountry skiing are available in the surrounding forests. Guests can also enjoy traditional tobogganing or guided Northern Lights hunts on foot or by snowmobile. In warmer months, guided hiking tours through boreal forests and fly fishing in the nearby Ounasjoki River are popular activities.
Husky safaris
Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing
Northern Lights
Guided hiking
Fly fishing
Activities Nearby
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Area sceneryStraight-line distance from hotel: 48 km directSeason: Year-round
Straight-line distance from hotel: 50 m directSeason: WinterGuided snowshoe hikes
Beana Laponia offers guided snowshoe hikes for hotel guests. Sources also mention a guided afternoon snowshoeing experience and note that snowshoes are available for independent use as well.
Route length: 2.8km linearEstimated time: 13minLinear routeSalmenkankaantie
Salmenkankaantie is an unpaved highway track classified with a grade 1 track type. It is also named Salmenkankaantie in Finnish.
Route length: 3.3km linearEstimated time: 15minLinear routeKönkäänvaarantie
Könkäänvaarantie is an unpaved track with a grade 2 track type. It serves as a highway route and is named Könkäänvaarantie in Finnish.
Route length: 4.2km linearEstimated time: 19minLinear routeLavaojantie
Lavaojantie is an unpaved track with a grade 2 tracktype and is marked as noexit, making it a quiet route for outdoor activities. The track allows for cycling and hiking on natural surfaces without through traffic.
Route length: 4.9km loopEstimated time: 1hLoop routeLuonnonsuojelualue
This location is a designated nature reserve. It is intended for the protection and preservation of natural habitats and wildlife.
Route length: 8.6km linearEstimated time: 40minLinear routeVittavaarantie
Vittavaarantie is an unpaved track with a grade 2 tracktype. This surface grading indicates it is suitable for moderate hiking and cycling activities.
Route length: 3.2km linearEstimated time: 15minLinear routePirttisuvannontie
Pirttisuvannontie is an unpaved highway track with a grade 1 track type. It carries the Finnish name Pirttisuvannontie.
Route length: 2.5km linearEstimated time: 11minLinear routeKarvasojantie
Karvasojantie is a track classified as a highway in the area. It is also known by its Finnish name, Karvasojantie.
Route length: 2.4km linearEstimated time: 11minLinear routeHyypiöntie
Hyypiöntie is an unpaved track with a tracktype of grade 2, indicating a relatively good surface for outdoor activities. The track is marked as noexit, making it a route without through traffic, suitable for leisure walking or cycling.
Gastronomy
Dining at Beana Laponia's Restaurant Sulokuono is an intimate experience, with a set menu that changes daily. The kitchen crafts dishes from local, seasonal ingredients like reindeer, Arctic char, and wild herbs. Inspired by traditional Lappish cuisine, meals are served in a cozy dining room overlooking the wilderness, creating a warm and authentic atmosphere. The experience feels like a private supper in a friend's alpine home, deeply connected to the region's culinary roots.
Local ingredients
Lappish cuisine
Intimate dining
Wellness
Beana Laponia offers a personal wellness experience with a traditional Finnish sauna set amid snow-covered forests. Large windows reveal serene pine trees while the sauna's dry heat restores body and spirit. Guests can also arrange massages for deeper relaxation. The focus on simplicity and atmosphere creates space for silence, reflection, and reconnection, making this wellness experience both grounding and revitalizing.
Finnish sauna
Private wellness
In-room massage
Nature-centered calm
Sustainability
Beana Laponia is certified by Green Key and Sustainable Travel Finland, demonstrating its commitment to environmental responsibility. The hotel integrates sustainable practices into its operations, focusing on energy efficiency and waste reduction. Local sourcing of ingredients for the restaurant supports regional producers and reduces the carbon footprint. The hotel's design and activities emphasize a low-impact approach, encouraging guests to engage with nature responsibly. By promoting sustainable tourism, Beana Laponia ensures that its pristine environment remains protected for future generations.
Green Key certified
Sustainable Travel Finland
Local sourcing
Rooms
beana-laponia offers 4 accommodation types.
Laponia Jr Suite
The Laponia Jr Suite is the largest room, featuring a double bed, en-suite sauna, and a bathroom with double showers. It offers a luxurious stay with amenities like a Nespresso coffee machine and minibar. Guests can enjoy free use of…
Laponia Room
The Laponia Room offers a cozy atmosphere with double or twin beds and a private sauna. It is equipped with modern amenities including a Nespresso coffee machine and minibar. Guests can enjoy the serene forest view and complimentary winter gear…
Beana Plus
The Beana Plus room provides a comfortable stay with double or twin beds and a modern bathroom. It includes amenities like a minibar and tea/coffee facilities. Guests can enjoy the tranquil surroundings and complimentary use of winter clothing and equipment.
Beana Room
The Beana Room features a large double bed and a modern bathroom with a shower. It is equipped with essential amenities like a minibar and tea/coffee facilities. Guests can enjoy a peaceful stay with access to winter clothing and outdoor…
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Experience the tranquility and privacy of Beana Laponia, where you can drive your own husky sled and explore the pristine wilderness of Finnish Lapland. Book your stay for an unforgettable adventure.
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