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Tankavaara Gold Village

2.5 star property
Inn with free parking, a quick walk to Kultamuseo

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Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Tankavaarantie 11a, Sodankyla, Lapland, 99695
  • Kultamuseo
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Gold Prospector Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Koilliskaira Visitor Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Ivalo (IVL)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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Room options

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Basic Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Basic Cabin, Shared Bathroom

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Twin Room | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 188 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Sodankyla

Kultamuseo is within a 5-minute walk of Tankavaara Gold Village while other popular sites like Gold Prospector Museum are within a 15-minute stroll. This 18-room inn welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Kultamuseo - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gold Prospector Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Koilliskaira Visitor Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Urho Kekkonen National Park - 24 min drive - 19.8 miles
  • Kaunispään Tower - 33 min drive - 26.4 miles

Getting around

  • Ivalo (IVL) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ravintola Wanha Waskoolimies - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tankavaaran kultakylä - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Vuotson Porokylä - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tankavaaran ravintola ja majoituspalvelut - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Reindeer Club and Safaris Oy - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Tankavaara Gold Village

Inn with free parking, a quick walk to Kultamuseo
At Tankavaara Gold Village, guests have access to a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 50 per person one-way. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This smoke-free inn also has a picnic area.
Recreational amenities at the inn include a sauna.

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

Languages

English, Finnish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 14 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Old Gold Prospector
  • Wild West Saloon

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Sauna
  • Snowshoeing

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 14 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per person (one-way)
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Tankavaara Gold Village Inn
Tankavaara Gold Village
Tankavaara Gold Village Inn Sodankyla
Tankavaara Gold Village Sodankyla
Tankavaara Gold Village Inn
Tankavaara Gold Village Sodankyla
Tankavaara Gold Village Inn Sodankyla

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Tankavaara Gold Village?

Tankavaara Gold Village provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see near Tankavaara Gold Village?

This inn in Sodankyla is within a 10-minute walk of Gold Prospector Museum, Koilliskaira Visitor Centre, and Kultamuseo. Urho Kekkonen National Park is also within a driving distance of 0.3 mi.

Is there parking available at Tankavaara Gold Village?

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

Does Tankavaara Gold Village have a casino?

No, Tankavaara Gold Village doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Tankavaara Gold Village?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What do couples enjoy most about Tankavaara Gold Village?

There are many amenities for couples at this inn, including a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at Tankavaara Gold Village?

No, but this inn does have a sauna.

Does Tankavaara Gold Village have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Tankavaara Gold Village serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Old Gold Prospector.

Will Tankavaara Gold Village allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Tankavaara Gold Village for a fee of EUR 25 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Tankavaara Gold Village have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Tankavaara Gold Village?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Tankavaara Gold Village.

Tankavaara Gold Village Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 130 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed in a rustic cabin in the woods but beds comfy and staff on site very helpful - restaurant good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Bardia

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great cottage in a perfect location. Moreover, you can learn about Gold panning which is an onsite activity as the place used to be a place for gold seekers.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Pasi

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

Upea majoitus

Upea majoitus
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Chad

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Cabin stay

I stayed in the cabin with a friend for a couple of nights and did some gold digging across the road. The cabin was neat and served our purpose. The camping washroom facilities ok but the shower could use some improvements. The restaurant had really good food!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

J.T.M.

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

E Wan

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

cozy place in finland

Cozy place for travel. good location to see aurora. highly recommend for all traveler
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great overnight accommodation up north travel

Great staff. Shower/bathroom was small and difficult to take shower if you were tall. Clean, basic accommodations. Would stay again for an overnight if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Don

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

Fun rustic cabin in middle of nowhere

Great to be in cabins in nowhere in middle of Finnish snowy winter. In summer probably a little tacky next to fake Gold Mine town. Bathrooms are communal and have ventilation and plumbing issues. Food is excellent, prices are great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Cosy cabin with fireplace.

Proposed to my partner in one of the log cabins. Great service feom staff and the food was great at the onsite restraunt. Also saw the aurora dueing our stay. Awrsome accomodation!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent winter trails for XС Skiing! Nice cabins. Wonderful bar.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very fabulous and mystical place Tankaavara. The team was maximally helpful. I recommend it to all!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Adeline, Singapore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel staff were all very friendly and helpful. The room was also warm and cosy. During the stay in the hotel, we managed to see the northern light! Thankful that we stayed in the hotel. The food was also great and nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Annika

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

Winter road trip

Cottage was like was like were said on page, bed was comfy, there should be have better pictures from cottage on page tho. Fireplace was awesome and romantic. We did sausages and marshmallows there. Area was cozy and quiet middle of nothing as we wanted. We were traveling with own car so was easy to go example to Saariselkä. Service on place was friendly and home like and I really liked it. Because we travelled on wintertime place was really quiet from other quests. Summertime this place is more busy for sure. It was sad that we didn’t saw northern lights but it’s not place fault. :) breakfast was 10e, and really homemade. We loved reindeers there, Lumi and Urho really made our day there. Recommended this place everyone who want to be in quiet and basic and near nature like place. I want to go there again on summertime.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Robert, South Germany

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

Cosy cabin next to the nationalpark

I stayed in one of the wooden cabin which are moderate equipped but that was the appeal of the place. Living close to nature with no modern frills. The place has a good heater so it was comfortable warm and there is a open fire place you can use. There are nice walking trails starting there or in the closely area and of course the gold museum and some other attractions of former times. The staff is very helpful and always open for a chat. You can get tasty local food as well. What does one need more to have a good time?

10/10 Excellent

Wing Yan Yeda, Hong kong

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

A very happy experience

We started our honeymoon in Tankavaara Gold Village. We stayed there for three nights. It was overall a very great experience to me as I had never stayed in a cottage before. The size of the cottage is good enough for a couple, nice, warm and very clean. Although I thought there would be a kettle inside the cottage. The kitchen wasn't far away from the cottage at all, so it was okay. We got to see the Northern lights twice, on our first and third nights during our stay. Marko and Samo were very friendly, and were very responsive to email enquiries. The food there were very delicious, especially the reindeer beef burger with bacon. The prices of the food were very reasonable. The hotel itself has its own character, and the location is just perfect for guests who are looking for somewhere close to the nature. It's a fantastic stay for us. the bathroom and toilet were generally clean as I was the only one using it as it was low season. But for the kitchen, it could be a bit cleaner. However, they have all kinds of utensils you need for cooking, so convenient. airport pickup was very reasonably priced compare to other hotels. So much easier than to catch a bus. Highly recommend! As it's a gold village, of course we had to try gold panning.nThis is what you can't miss when you stay there I think!

10/10 Excellent

Chun Ho, Hong Kong

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

A fantastic village

The village may be quite small, but the atmosphere is simply fantastic. The staff there is very friendly, they had also sent us information on the activities they could help to arrange before we arrived there. They also helped to arrange a guided tour to the Gold Museum nearby, which does worth a visit. The restaurant there is very good too, except that there are too many reindeer dishes (this is a common problem in Lapland anyway...) The village is also a very good place if you are looking for northern lights, there is nearly no light pollution, and we were able to see the lights during the first night of our stay. Would recommend everyone to stay there for at least 1 to 2 days, but make sure you have got everything you need before getting there, as the nearest supermarket is kilometers away.

8/10 Good

Menni

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

Tykättiin

Kiva tyylilleen uskollinen paikka. Takka oli plussaa.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Carlo

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Guido

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024