Is ice swimming available?

Yes, an open ice hole (avanto) is cut into the frozen stream for cooling off after the smoke sauna.

What signature treatment is featured?

The signature ritual is the Lappish Birch Whisk and Arctic Cloudberry Deep Tissue Massage.

What are the smoke sauna hours?

Smoke sauna sessions run in the afternoons and evenings (pre-booking recommended).

Ultra-LuxuryCountryside

Saariselkä, Lapland, Finland

150 rooms

Opened 1974 / Glass Igloos 1999

Jussi Eiramo (Pioneer of Glass Igloo)

Saariselkä, Lapland, Finland

Spa & Wellness

Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort Spa & Wellness

Name: Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort
Address: Saariselkä, Lapland, Finland

Wellness at Kakslauttanen is rooted in centuries-old Finnish sauna culture. Facilities include the world’s largest traditional wood-fired smoke sauna, classic Finnish saunas, private in-cabin saunas, and a natural ice hole (avanto) cut into the frozen stream for ice dipping.

8:00am – 10:00pm daily

Facilities

World’s largest traditional wood-burning smoke sauna by the stream
Natural ice hole (avanto) in the frozen river for traditional ice dipping
Private Finnish saunas in all Kelo-Glass cabins and Queen suites
Direct access to 200km of cross-country ski trails in national park

Signature Treatment

Lappish Birch Whisk Ritual and Arctic Cloudberry Restorative Deep Tissue Massage.

Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort spa FAQ

What is the smoke sauna?: Kakslauttanen features the world’s largest traditional wood-fired smoke sauna, located by a stream.
Is ice swimming available?: Yes, an open ice hole (avanto) is cut into the frozen stream for cooling off after the smoke sauna.
What signature treatment is featured?: The signature ritual is the Lappish Birch Whisk and Arctic Cloudberry Deep Tissue Massage.
What are the smoke sauna hours?: Smoke sauna sessions run in the afternoons and evenings (pre-booking recommended).

Reviewed by Hotel Flock · Last updated September 2026