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When we took over the Lodge in the summer of 1993 we wanted not only to renovate and extend the existing buildings but, at the same time, set out a realistic and environmentally friendly development plan. Of course the Lodge needed to be improved but at the same time we wanted to try and preserve the charm of an old log cabin hotel. Consequently, we were willing to accept some of the disadvantages of wooden structures - for example, poor sound insulation - in order not to become an average mediocre Hotel. The old building structure was maintained with rooms approximately 12 to 25 square meters in size, stairs and floors that creak and limitations in the kitchen area, etc. It was never our intention to offer luxury, but rather a place to relax, to experience and enjoy.
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Wilderness Lodge
We have 18 rustical bedrooms with shower and toilet for our guests. Since these few rooms cannot be divided into specific classes, we allocate the rooms by lottery. This way, we feel we have found a fair solution for everyone.
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Restaurant / Lobby
The original restaurant with about 50 seats, is the ‘center’ of Äkäskero. This is a meeting point for everyone, not only the guests but also our guides and staff. Of course the restaurant is fully licenced offering not only good Finnish beer and selected wines but also a small choice of spirits. The restaurant also serves as the breakfast room and in the evening a multi-course dinner menu is served.
In the lobby you will find our reception area, and perhaps the most rustical furniture to be found in Lapland. The tables and benches were produced from huge, old tree trunks more than 30 years ago. Today, there are no suitable trees left in Finnland, from which such furniture could be made.
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Log cabins
The five log cabins opposite the main Lodge, all with a kitchen, fireplace, separate bedroom, shower and toilet and a private sauna, are available to our guests. In addition, we have an „advanced house“ with three-bedrooms which is suitable for families with children.
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