There are many ways you can search for the Northern Lights, from night-time snowmobile safaris and husky sledding to reindeer sleigh rides and cross-country skiing.
However, one of our favourite trends is the innovation of Aurora accommodation, which allows you to gaze up to the inky night sky and watch the Northern Lights hypnotically dance, all from the comfort of your bed.
Aurora accommodation takes many forms including Aurora Bubbles or Glass Igloos. These wonderfully designed structures give you a distinctive location in which to sleep, ensuring you can enjoy warmth and comfort, all whilst giving that all-important sky view.
From experiencing one unforgettable night in this specialist accommodation to spending each night of your holiday searching the skies as you are tucked up in bed, there are a range of options to suit every trip!
Scroll down for our Aurora Zone destinations that will allow you to experience a night under the Arctic stars.
When the dedicated Northern Lights activities have ended, what better way to continue your search than with specially designed accommodation?
At Wilderness Hotel Nellim, guests can experience the wonderful Aurora Cabins. Each cabin comes equipped with a double bed, convertible sofa and private ensuite bathroom with shower and toilet.
Nellim’s sister hotel, Wilderness Hotel Muotka, also offers an exceptional night in an Aurora Kota which incorporates the cosy benefits of a cabin with a private sauna, allowing you to gaze at the night sky in real style.
At the Apukka Resort, you can choose to stay in a cosy Aurora Cabin or for extra luxury, you could opt for the wonderful Aurora 360 Cabins. Covering two levels, the design is based on a ‘Komsio’ which means a traditional Sámi cradle for an extremely comfortable way to search the skies for the Northern Lights.
During a visit to the Vasara Reindeer Ranch, you can choose to stay in the glass igloos situated in the heart of Sámiland, for an authentic insight into the local culture and the chance to spot the Northern Lights as well as Lapland’s favourite animals!
Many of our specialised Aurora accommodations are used as an extra special night. However, there are a few idyllic destinations which provide this magical experience for the duration of your stay.
Head just 1km from Saariselka’s small ski resort or just 16km from Levi centre and you will find the Northern Lights Villages, two fantastic destination solely dedicated to glass-roofed Aurora Cabin accommodation. All cabins face north with the half glass roof pointing your gaze directly towards the sky. Additionally, there is a clever timer switch used to melt any snow on the roof within 10-15 mins, so there is no need for you to leave your cosy accommodation to sweep it away!
Wilderness Hotel Inari also provides a similar experience allowing guests to spend the duration of their stay in an Aurora Cabin based at a lakeside retreat.
Glamourous camping, more commonly known as ‘glamping’ has hit the world of Northern Lights hunting by storm.
On the banks of Finland’s Lake Torasjärvi and on the edge of the Pallas Ylläs National Park lies Torassieppi Reindeer farm and its innovative Aurora Domes. These cosy, Scandi-style domes are large tent-like structures that allow for star-gazing and hopefully Northern Lights viewing, due to their large glass wall. Enjoying the views of the snowy outdoors whilst staying comfortable and warm inside is an experience like no other.
Head to the island of Kvaløya in Northern Norway and you can also experience glamping at its best. Wilderness Camp North Tour is set in a wild, snow-covered valley surrounded by dramatic mountain peaks that provide breathtaking views and wonderful chances of witnessing Mother Nature’s greatest wonder. These bright and spacious glamping tents are equipped with large, cosy beds with several windows, giving you fantastic views of the northern skies and the surrounding landscape. Similarly in the mountainous surroundings of the Lyngen Alps, you can stay in a Crystal Lavvo – a wooden construction with a glass roof which gives you the adventure of camping but with added comfort and a Northern Lights twist.
Wilderness Camp Tamok is situated deep in the Norwegian wilderness. Surrounded by dramatic, snow-covered mountains and deep, glacial valleys. Only 1.5 hours’ drive from the city of Tromsø, it provides the perfect setting to escape the light pollution of the city and search the dark skies for the Northern Lights.
Showcasing true Finnish luxury has to be the Arctic Firefox Lodge at Jeris Lakeside Resort. Spend an unforgettable night in this luxurious Northern Lights accommodation that has a panoramic sauna with a view directly over lake Jerisjärvi.
With large windows and a partial glass roof this style of accommodation allows you to keep a close eye on the sky at all times, giving you the best chance of seeing the Northern Lights.
As you head east across the stunning Finnish wilderness we get to the pristine Pyhätunturi mountains. Home to the Pyha Glass Igloos. These well-equipped cabins ensure you have everything you need in one place, leaving you to spend a cosy night searching the skies.
Last but not least, we have the Iisakkii Glass Village in Ruka. This beautiful complex of glass villas is located on the shore of Lake Rukajärvi in an idyllic and peaceful natural setting.
A large window and glass roof in the villa offers a spectacular view of the surrounding nature and its natural wonders, such as the Northern Lights. The curtains can be closed if you’d like privacy, and you can enjoy the room’s beautiful interior.
We’re the UK’s first and only holiday company dedicated to helping you tick the Northern Lights off your bucket list. Whilst we can never guarantee that you will see the Northern Lights, you’re giving yourself the very best chance by starting right here.
To plan your night sleeping underneath the stars, speak to an Aurora Expert by calling 01670785012, or click here to send us an email.
