Stay: Four Cozy Hideaways in Finland
Our travel insider from Helsinki shares her favorite getaways.
If there’s a country that celebrates the winter best – from national sauna and ice plunge rituals to cozy, lakeside cabins, and even their own ‘North Pole’ and reindeer – it’s Finland that likely wins the award.
One of Syllogi’s Finnish insiders has been exploring the country’s best getaways for years – and has been sharing beautiful pictures of her experiences privately with us – enough to make us yearn to visit these gorgeous gems. Note that most are cabins with unique amenities, as opposed to full-service resorts.
Haasi Mirror Houses at Lehmonkärki Resort, Joenniemi
4 Cabins, from 390 EUR per night
These gorgeous, luxurious glass boxes are perched on Lake Päijänne. Guests are served champagne, and sleep on high quality linens. Cabins are lined with black out curtains, but the one-way mirrored glass also ensures privacy. There’s a hot tub and sauna, and breakfast & dinner are included. E-bikes are also provided for exploring the adjacent parkland. Note: Adults only. 1hr 50min from Helsinki Airport.
https://lehmonkarkiresort.fi/en/haasi-mirror-houses/
Glamping Laawut at Tykkimäki Resort, Kouvola
3 Tents, from 87 EUR per night
As part of the larger resort, these well-appointed glamping tents sit facing a lake for serenity. Each has a private toilet, sink, mini-fridge, heater, bed, and sitting area; the resort also provides saunas and showers, plus recreational equipment. Breakfast is served in bed during the winter months. 1hr 35min from Helsinki Airport.
https://tykkimakiresort.fi/majoitus/glamping/
ÖÖD at Versso Island, Pyhtää
4 Cabins, from 295 EUR per night
On the Baltic Sea, four mirrored cubes peek out of a stand of hushed pine forest. With over a kilometer of sandy beaches, this private retreat is just 87 km from the Russian border, and was opened in 2023 in a collaboration with interiors by Finnish fashion house Marimekko. Amenities include a private bathroom with shower, double bed, kitchenette, terrace and private sauna. Kayaking and swimming are favorite activities. 1hr 24min from Helsinki Airport.
Forest Suites at Pihlas Resort, Kaitainen
5 Cabins, from 358 EUR per night
This series of 5 cabins are connected by boardwalk overlooking a lake, quite deep into the Finnish forest wilderness. Each has a queen bed, bathroom, minibar and kitchenette, and a private sauna. Breakfast is included, plus the resort offers concierge, laundry, gym, jacuzzi, and tennis. 3hr from Helsinki Airport.
https://pihlasresort.com/en/stay/forest-suites
Photo Source: Hotel Websites
Every publication will feature one unique restaurant, hotel, activity, or other travel discovery that stood out in our research. Some of these are established institutions that deserve repeat merit, while others are hidden gems that are often off the radar of most.
