Hotel Royal Ruka  

Tucked into the mountains of Rukatunturi in Kuusamo, minutes from Etutuoli ski lift and a short drive to Ruka Ski Area and Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill. A romantic small hotel for ski trips and nature escapes — Kuusamo Airport is about 29 km away.

The hotel has just 16 rooms with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs (some with DVD players), minibar, in-room safes and washers/dryers. Private bathrooms include showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries and bathrobes; housekeeping is limited. The lobby fireplace, terrace, small library and wedding services give the place character.

Soak in the spa tub or unwind in the sauna, or book massages and facials. Ski storage, tour/ticket assistance, a terrace, children's playroom and free self-parking round out practical perks — wake up to crisp mountain air and hit the slopes.

Express check-in/out, luggage and baggage storage, a gift shop and a safe-deposit box are available on site. Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected; front desk operates on limited hours.

An on-site restaurant and bar serve guests, with a snack bar/deli for quick bites. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM; nearby cafés SkiBistro and Lammintupa are an easy walk away.