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Scandic Polar

3.0 star property

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A breakfast buffet with various breads, pastries, and coffee options.
Exterior
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.
Suite, 2 Twin Beds (Master) | Desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Suite, 2 Twin Beds (Master) | Desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Valtakatu 23, Rovaniemi, 96200
  • Place, Lordi's Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Maxim Movie Theater Complex
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Revontuli Shopping Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rovaniemi (RVN)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room | Desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room (Four | Standard) | Desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (Four | Standard)

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Twin Room, Sauna | Desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room, Sauna

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 2 Twin Beds (Master) | Desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Twin Beds (Master)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 689 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, two wall-mounted lamps, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a bench, a desk, and a mirror.

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Rovaniemi

Located in Keskusta, Scandic Polar is adjacent to Lordi's Square and within a 5-minute walk of Sampokeskus Shopping Centre. This 3-star hotel has 64 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Lordi's Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sampokeskus Shopping Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Maxim Movie Theater Complex - 4 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Revontuli Shopping Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Arktikum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Rovaniemi Station - 6 min drive
  • Rovaniemi (RVN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nili Ravintola - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burger King Rovaniemi - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rovaniemen Oluthuone - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe & Bar 21 - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Scandic Polar

Guests of Scandic Polar enjoy a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a terrace, a banquet hall, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Other standard amenities include hair dryers, phones, and desks.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; EUR 21 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 21 per person
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Cumulus Hotel Rovaniemi
Scandic Polar Hotel Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi Cumulus
Cumulus Rovaniemi Finland - Lapland
Rantasipi Polar Hotel Rovaniemi
Rantasipi Polar Hotel
Rantasipi Polar Rovaniemi
Scandic Polar Hotel
Rantasipi Polar Rovaniemi, Finland - Lapland
Scandic Polar Rovaniemi
Scandic Polar Rovaniemi
Cumulus Rovaniemi
Rantasipi Polar
Cumulus Resort Polar
Scandic Polar Hotel
Scandic Polar Rovaniemi
Scandic Polar Hotel Rovaniemi

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Scandic Polar?

Scandic Polar offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around Scandic Polar?

This hotel is situated in Keskusta, just steps from Lordi's Square and Sampokeskus Shopping Centre, and within a short walk of Revontuli Shopping Center. You'll also find Arktikum and Rovaniemi Stadium less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Scandic Polar?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Scandic Polar have a casino at the property?

No, Scandic Polar doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Scandic Polar?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Scandic Polar good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include a city view and free WiFi.

Are there hot tubs at Scandic Polar?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does Scandic Polar have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Scandic Polar serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Scandic Polar allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Scandic Polar for a fee of EUR 20 per accommodation, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Scandic Polar?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Scandic Polar?

The closest major airport to Scandic Polar is Rovaniemi (RVN), which is 5.8 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Scandic Polar?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Scandic Polar that offer a balcony.

Scandic Polar Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 283 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 283 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 283 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 283 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 283 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Marek

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room clean and spacy, staff helpfull and breakfast very good
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chandanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, central, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent staff and cleanliness. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
VERY convenient walkable location to city center. Property might be a little older but it’s well kept and clean. They have a sauna and staff is friendly. Had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LISA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Great location! Clean and spaces rooms! Good breakfast too!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

RAJESH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good hotel. Nothing exceptional
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were very kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a very pleasant stay all around! It was the best budget I could find in Dec, and was very pleasantly surprised. The room was clean, bed was comfortable and staff was very warm and welcoming! The location was great in the downtown area and very walkable to many restaurants and shops. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noriko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
comfortable. relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Aviran

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rooms are old, there is a stink coming from the shower drain, not terrible but noticeable. Staff nice and helpfu. The best thing about the hotel is the location, right at the town center
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noriko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room. excellent and kind staff. with sauna in the bathroom. sauna was sooo good. warm and comfortable. close point to the city central. I chose a room without breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hrisith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Dated.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ellen

Very outdated property
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Roar

Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tobias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Fantastic Winter Vacation

We had a fantastic family winter vacation. The location of Scandic Polar is good in Rovaniemi. The breakfast was good at Scandic Polar.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and breakfast was great. Super location but extremely dated property - very old and needs a major revamp.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Maria Montserrat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Definitely a modern room with a phone in the room so we don’t have to go down to the reception every time we need something would be highly appreciated. A kettle in the room with few tea bags would be a nice touch
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

John

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location. Facility old and tired.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent spot
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michelle

The staff were very helpful. One member staff Loana was very helpful as it was just me and my daughter and I had broken my arm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SARAH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, felt safe. Was clean, warm, cosy, and friendly helpful staff. Would definitely recommend. A little dated but part of its history ( pictures of how it looked many years ago on walls) and feature. Everything we needed as a base
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It desperate need a good renovation
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

IONUT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good enough

Scandic Polar is an old hotel what need full restauration but is good enough for holliday,excellent staff and breakfast is very good.i will come again here if the price will be ok
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023