The Northern Lights

A northern lights hotel in Lapland offers the opportunity to stay in a location where you can observe the aurora borealis directly from your surroundings, without the need to travel far.

In Pyhä, you stay far from city lights — giving you some of the best conditions to see the aurora borealis. Our hotel offers an authentic alternative to crowded destinations, where the night sky is still truly dark.

Dark skies · Peaceful location · Aurora-friendly stays

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Wooden winter lodge with warm-lit windows on a snowy clearing, pine trees and vivid green northern lights overhead

Can you see Northern Lights

from the hotel?

In the right conditions, yes.

In areas with minimal light pollution, such as Pyhä, guests can often marvel at the Northern Lights right from their room or nearby outdoor spots, without needing to travel far.

Why choose a Northern Lights

hotel in Pyhä?

The best northern lights hotels are located in areas with minimal light pollution and open views of the sky. Pyhä stands out because:

Minimal light pollution
Open northern horizons
National park surroundings
Quiet atmosphere, even in peak season

This combination makes Pyhä ideal for travelers who want the spectacle of Auroras but with quality.

Modern wooden cabins in snow with large glass windows, sloped roofs and pine forest backdrop, warm interior lighting

Aurora-friendly

accommodation experience

A northern lights hotel is designed to make aurora viewing as easy and flexible as possible. Staying at our northern lights resort means your evenings are designed around the sky.

Easy access to outdoor viewing spots
Quiet nights without city noise
Flexible schedules for late aurora activity
Optional guided aurora tours

Auroras don’t follow timetables — and neither should you.

Do you need a glass igloo

to see Northern Lights?

No.

While glass igloos are popular, they are not a requirement for seeing auroras. What truly matters:

Darkness
Location
Easy access outdoors

In Pyhä, you can simply step outside and watch the sky without reflections, condensation or light glare. Many guests prefer this freedom and simplicity. For the best experience, many travellers choose to stay multiple nights to increase their chances of seeing the aurora.

Group of bundled-up guests on a snowy plain photographing green aurora borealis streaking across the night sky

Best time to stay

for Northern Lights in Lapland?

The best time to stay at a northern lights hotel in Lapland is between September and March. Northern lights season typically runs from Late August to early April.

Best months: