Hotel Riekonlina, Saariselkä, Lapland (Finland)

Close to all the action of Saariselkä in the Lapland region of northern Finland, Hotel Riekonlinna (also known as the Snowflake Hotel) is perfect for families who want to enjoy the great outdoors in wintertime, with toboganning, skiing, husky-driving, reindeer sleigh rides and snowmobiling available either in the resort itself or in the region, which is home to Lemmenjoki National Park and Urho Kekkonen National Park. You're also within easy reach of Kakslautannen Arctic Resort for its Santa encounters.

The hotel has two restaurants with child-friendly menus, plus an all-day snack service. There’s a ski room for equipment, a small playroom, a Northern Lights Viewing Room, a lobby bar, a sauna and a fitness room. 

All rooms come with balconies and are simply furnished but comfortable with wooden floors. Double rooms come with twin beds; some can add a sofabed for a third person. Apartments accommodate 4-7 people and feature kitchenettes and private saunas.