Located close to Ruka Ski Area, Magical Pond Nature Igloos provides a firepit, an outdoor entertainment area, and a bar. Active travelers can enjoy hiking/biking, sledding, and snowshoeing at this lodge. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Rukatunturi, Magical Pond Nature Igloos is on the waterfront. Ruka Ski Area and Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kuusamo Park and Oulanka National Park Visitor Center. Kuusamo Church and Riisitunturi National Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining, mountain biking, and ecotours, or hop on a bike rental nearby and explore all the area has to offer. Visit our Kuusamo travel guide
Located close to Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill, Magical Pond Nature Igloos provides a firepit, an outdoor entertainment area, and a bar. Active travelers can enjoy hiking/biking, sledding, and snowshoeing at this lodge. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self parking
Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
Express check-out, express check-in, and a banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms at Magical Pond Nature Igloos have thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and heated floors, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
Heated floors, showers, and hair dryers
Heated floors, kitchenettes, and mini fridges
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator (single-level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
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100% renewable energy
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Banquet hall
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoking not allowed
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Free crib
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Heated bathroom floor
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Kitchenette
Limited room service
Mini-fridge
Minibar
Paper towels
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Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Heated floor
Heating
LED lighting
Mobile key entry
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 30 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: EUR 30 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests traveling with an animal must contact the property prior to arrival in order to verify availability of a pet friendly room.
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Magical Pond Nature Igloos Lodge
Magical Pond Nature Igloos Kuusamo
Magical Pond Nature Igloos Lodge Kuusamo
Frequently asked questions
Is Magical Pond Nature Igloos pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 30 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Magical Pond Nature Igloos?
As of 2026/3/8, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Magical Pond Nature Igloos on 2026/4/1 start from NT$13,338, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Magical Pond Nature Igloos?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Magical Pond Nature Igloos?
Check-out is at noon.
Does Magical Pond Nature Igloos provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle.
Where is Magical Pond Nature Igloos located?
Situated on the waterfront, this lodge is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Ruka Ski Area. Kuusamo Park and Kuusamo Church are also within 20 mi (32 km).
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Reviews
Magical Pond Nature Igloos Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Easily the most beautiful place I have ever stayed at. The juxtaposition between the stunning natural beauty and the stunning modern buildings is incredible.
Our stay here was magical. It was definitely an experience we will remember for a very long time. The staff were very friendly and happily called to order taxis for us.
You have to come here prepared. We knew we wouldn’t book dinner here so we made sure we had enough food supplies so we didn’t have to rely off of going into town every meal.
The rooms are lovely and cozy. We made it work with two large suitcases and carry on luggage. The heated flooring was amazing.
The location is so magical. We have never been to anywhere like this place.
The customer service is truly the best!
We sent an email about arriving late at night (reception closes at 11pm), they sent instructions about how to access our cabin, so check in was seamless.
Reception also gave us a portable wifi connector when we mentioned we could not get wifi connection in our cabin.
They went out of their way to pack our breakfast the night before we check out as we were leaving before breakfast starts (breakfast starts at 9am).
Lammintupa is 10min walk away and truly a peaceful and magical walk.
The only (minor) negative things were the bathroom towels were not the fluffy kind, felt more like a giant tea towel and the cabin is actually quite small. We took out the things we need from the suitcases, store them in the compartments available next to the bed and kept them closed throughout our stay. There were no rooms to keep 2 luggages open.
So the only (big) rub is...I didn't know when I booked that it was the "off season". That mean's (1) no desk staff for the majority of the day, and alarmingly, the entire lobby area is locked from the outside during that time, and (2) the restaurant is not open at all. The first one was concerning given that I got dropped off by a cab in zero degree weather at night,not great if something goes wrong and I can't get into my cabin.
The 2nd one was a big deal for me; I really was sold on the idea of lounging on the property for 2 days and not leaving (for meals). Scrounging for dinner was an unexpected, expensive, and interruptive negative to my short stay. Understand if the resort wants to go into eco-lodge mode, just be clear about it.
This is a small one, but worth noting (staff) - I stayed in Igloo 4. The outside entry light of Igloo 5 reflects *directly* into the middle of the ceiling glass of Igloo 4 at night, which kind of kills the stargazing experience. Very nitpicky, not worth complaining about, and certainly nothing the designers could have predicted....but I would consider making those lights motion activated like the fireside lighting.
That said, Kata is great, the breakfast was wonderful, the igloo was perfect, and I would definitely come back.
I walked through the short trail behind the property and stumbled on a ~9 mile well marked cross country ski path, which conveniently goes right by the Ruka ski resort (read: lunchtime pint to break up the trail walk!)
We had a great stay at Magical Pond. The view was lovely and the surroundings were serene. All the staff was friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the breakfast each morning and we had a night with a wonderful display of the northern lights.
Absolutely beautiful property and stay. The reception staff could not be more attentive. We arrived late tired and starving and they accommodated us and got us snacks (best chessboard of the week). Free snowshoes to borrow just outstanding!
- no room service for 3 day stay
- no wifi
- only 2 coffee pads for the whole stay
- no windows that can be opened, bad air
- sauna costs €275 extra
- no shuttle to the city (without a car you are trapped)
- bathroom much too small (only wet room)
- fat bikes were broken, they wanted €80 for 2 hours
- very unfriendly staff
- no space at all in the ponds, really little!
- restaurant currently closed, no information about this in advance
- no shuttles to the city
Summary: for the price of a 5* hotel you get 1* accommodation with very unfriendly staff - never again!!!
le lieu idéal si comme nous les aurores Boréales sont au rendez-vous: presque 3 heures d'un spectacle unique!
Pour les plus frileux, le spectacle peut se savourer de son lit!
À proximité de la station de Ruka et de Lamintupa pour profiter des chiens de traineau, des moto neige, des rennes.
Personnel avenant et disponible.
à découvrir absolument!
Très belle expérience ! Le personnel est très gentil
Vous pouvez manger sur place quelques snack, sinon ils peuvent réserver pour vous un restaurant avec un menu a côté de la station de ski de Ruka et une personne vous dépose et vous ramène a Magical pond.
Es war einfach ein toller urlaub :)
die mitarbeiter vor ort sind super freundlich und hilfsbereit. Die Lage der unterkunft ist traumhaft. Wird nicht unser letzter urlaub dort gewesen sein :)
Perfekter Ort für Nordlichter, Wanderungen und Natur. Familiengeführt, hervorragender Service und Freundlichkeit. Grandioser Ausblick in den Wald und in den Himmel. Klasse Frühstück mit frischem Brot und große Auswahl. Für ausgewiesene Wanderungen auf zwei kleinen Waldwegen konnte man sich kostenfrei Schneeschuhe und Stöcke ausleihen.
Otroligt fin miljö, med lugn omgivning. Behagligt. Underbara rum, suverän frukost och personlig service.
Minus för att wifi inte fungerade i rummen, svårt när man behöver jobba. Men annars toppen!
Lovely pods with a very large comfortable bed and some clever storage under the steps. There is only a kettle, sink, coffee maker and a fridge so you won't be able to stay long without transport. The lights on the other pods (their pod number) and some of the pathways are on all night, so you don't get a complete blackout and it's only the ones at the very front that face the lake. It still feels private though. The firepit by the lake was nice and there are some clip on torches available as well as sledges and snowshoes you can use. It was lovely for 2 nights. Note that on Friday night when they have late night skiing in Ruka you can see the lights illuminating the sky nearby.
Lumoava iglu järven rannalla! Todella hyvä nukkua, laadukkaat peitot ja pellavalakanat. Aamiainen loungessa erinomainen. Saunavuoro oli myös loistava. Myös sen takia, koska suihkutila olisi ollut äärimmäisen pieni iglun kylppärissä.
Lammintupa vieressä, jossa kivaa ohjelmaa lapselle ja kahvio.
Kaikki meni muuten erittäin hyvin, ainoa miinus että loungessa ostettu keitto todella oudon makuista, etikkaista..
Todella hyvä kokemus. Metsässä yöpymistä parhaimmillaan, kun voi nauttia rauhasta ja luonnon kauneudesta lämpimässä ja syödä hyvän aamupalan sängyssä. Suosittelen!