Name: Nilimella Camping & Resort
Address: 5 Kelukoskentie, 99600 Sodankylä, Finland, 5 Kelukoskentie, Lapland, 99600, Finland
Rating: 8.5

Nilimella Camping & Resort

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Apartments
Kitchen
River view
Pet friendly
Washing machine
Free parking
Air conditioning
Sauna
Private bathroom
Non-smoking rooms

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Nilimella Camping & Resort in Sodankylä offers apartment-style accommodations with private bathrooms, fully equipped kitchens, and modern amenities. Each unit features a seating area, TV, and private entrance. Relaxing Facilities: Guests can enjoy spa facilities, a sauna, and an outdoor fireplace. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, streaming services, and a washing machine. Outdoor Activities: The resort provides free bicycles for cycling and skiing opportunities. An outdoor terrace offers scenic river views. Convenient Location: Located 57 mi from Kittilä Airport and 26 mi from Ametistikaivos, the property is highly rated for its sauna, convenient location, and well-equipped kitchen.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

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Availability

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Room Type	Number of guests
Riverside Two-Bedroom Apartment 2 twin beds 2 twin beds
Standard Apartment 2 twin beds 2 twin beds
Standard Apartment 2 twin beds 2 twin beds
Superior Suite 2 twin beds
Superior Suite 3 twin beds
Apartment with Shower 2 twin beds 2 twin beds
Superior Suite 2 twin beds

Guest reviews

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Jari

Luxembourg

“Location was very convenient, with close proximity to Sodankylä town center. Personnel was very friendly and helpful. The area is nice, with a lake close-by, and a pub with great finger food. All in all, a pleasant stay.”

Mia

Canada

“Breakfast N/A. and the location was great; I was able to walk into town....and I loved how peacefully it was......Jasmine at the reception was absolutely wonderful and helpful when I checked in; a great asset to Nilimella.”

Melaver

Israel

“Location right on the Kitinen River and right next to s cool bar made our wonderful stay even better. Although on holiday when we arrived staff did everything to accommodate us, including setting us up with e fat bikes (cycling here is a must)....”

Smartii

Italy

“We got a really huge apartment, we had to stay only for one night so we didn’t really spend enough time there, but it’s a very nice area! the sauna worked perfectly and the kitchen was clean and spacious.”

Matilde

Italy

“Very cozy & clean room. Very well equipped Staff promptly available for support Flexible check in hours! Definitely recommended”

Eduardo

United Kingdom

“The cabin was simply amazing. All work perfectly and really comfortable”

Chruslinski

United Kingdom

“Location is superb , loved the firepit, cozy little bar , own little sauna.”

Berta

Lithuania

“Private house, clean, big place to stay for a big group of people. Free parking, towels, linen and sauna were included. Hairdryer was there as well. Near the place you could find a pub, with reasonable prices.”

Denitsa

Bulgaria

“It has everything you need. A good budget stay in the area.”

David

United Kingdom

“The self contained apartment was very comfortable and warm, and was a home from home. Good location and has its own pub where you can get food and drink.”

Managed by Nilimella Resort

Company review score: 9Based on 443 reviews from 1 property

1 managed property

Company info

Nilimella’s warm and inviting campsite has been welcoming visitors since the 1970s. The current owners have maintained and developed the site since 2005, steadily improving facilities and camping services. Today, Nilimella is Finland’s northernmost four-star campsite, offering a unique combination of Lapland’s natural tranquillity and stunning scenery alongside convenient local services. We have always prioritised friendly customer service, welcoming guests with honesty and openness. Cleanliness is another core value, ensuring that every visit is comfortable and hassle-free. Our operations reflect our commitment to both the environment and the local community. Our strong reputation as a four-star campsite is built on reliability — guests can always visit safe in the knowledge that we keep our promises.

Property info

Nilimella Resort offers accommodation in Sodankylä in the peace of nature and in a central location for both short and longer trips. We offer cozy apartments with saunas, stylish beach apartments and luxurious luxury suites. Book your accommodation and come and enjoy the northern atmosphere at your own pace.

Neighborhood info

Nilimella Resort offers accommodation options close to the centre of Sodankylä. Some apartments are located on the riverbank, while the Arctic Luxury Suites are located further away from the street lights, allowing for viewing of the Northern Lights. The green surroundings in summer and the snowy landscapes in winter provide an ideal place to relax.

Languages Spoken

English,Finnish

Area info

Amenities of Nilimella Camping & Resort

Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

House rules

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Check-in

From 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cards accepted at this property

Cash is not accepted

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that in room types Riverside Two-Bedroom Apartment, Standard Apartment and Apartment with Shower guests are required to clean the accommodation prior to departure. Alternatively, a cleaning service is available for an additional charge of EUR 50.

Please note that pets are only allowed in the following units: Standard Apartment, Apartment with Shower and some Suites.

Please inform the property during the booking process if you plan to bring a pet.

Please note that pets will incur an additional charge of EUR 20 per day, per pet.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.