Hostel Visatupa is located in Sodankylä, and at Visatupa, guests stay in cosy and clean 2-4 person rooms or 4-6 person apartments. The rooms are in two buildings, sharing toilets, showers, and a kitchen. The apartments have their own combined living room and kitchen, a fridge, shower, toilet, and sauna. There’s also a comfortable lounge area that can be used for meetings, training sessions, or even dances. WiFi is available for guests. This family-run hostel has been recognized for its good food and friendly service.
In the evening, it’s wonderful to relax in the lakeside sauna and take a dip in the lake – from the jetty in summer and through an ice hole in winter. Evenings can also be spent in a traditional Lappish hut, making pancakes or roasting sausages by a cozy campfire. In winter, there are cross-country ski trails in the surroundings. Skiing equipment and snowshoes are available for even a small group. Alternatively, you can go snowmobiling, kick sledding, or ice fishing. The Luosto ski resort is located 44 km away. During summer, you can hop on a bicycle to explore the Lapland surroundings, go fishing, or take a river boat ride. In the autumn, there’s the opportunity for berry picking and enjoying the fall foliage.
Hostel Visatupa is a farm located north of the Arctic Circle, situated by a pristine lake. The hosts of the hostel warmly welcome guests and take good care of them.