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Varjokelo vs Similar Hotels
Compare similar hotels across guest insights, rooms, location, amenities, value, nearby attractions and suitability to understand the trade-offs before you choose.
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Best overall fit
✓Why it stands out
Rooms
9.3The room was described as nice and cozy, though the pillows were considered thin.
Cleanliness
9.4The property was noted to be clean and in good condition, meeting expectations.
Location
9.9Superb location, as mentioned in multiple reviews.
Close alternatives
No close alternative was identified for this preference.
Hotels (4 selected)
Original hotel
Our pick
Mama Bear - near by the slopes and Ruka Village
Ruka, FI
★ 4-star9/1013 reviews
0.25 km (0.16 mi) from original
Key differences
Rooms
Lumomaa Ruka9.3
Otsontupa Apartment7.5
Cleanliness
Lumomaa Ruka9.4
Otsontupa Apartment8.0
Location
Lumomaa Ruka9.9
Varjokelo8.6
Service
Mama Bear - near by the slopes and Ruka Village10.0
Varjokelo9.1
Amenities & Facilities
Lumomaa Ruka9.4
Varjokelo8.6
Value
Lumomaa Ruka9.3
Mama Bear - near by the slopes and Ruka Village8.1
Detailed comparison
Guest score
Varjokelo
8.7/10Lumomaa Ruka
9.5/10Otsontupa Apartment
8.7/10Mama Bear - near by the slopes and Ruka Village
9/10Rooms
Varjokelo
8.6The room is cozy, with all necessary equipment, despite slight cold floors.
Lumomaa Ruka
9.3The room was described as nice and cozy, though the pillows were considered thin.
Otsontupa Apartment
7.5The cabin was very worn and shabby.
Mama Bear - near by the slopes and Ruka Village
8.1The attic is uncomfortable with low ceilings and mattresses on the floor.
Cleanliness
Varjokelo
8.1General cleanliness observed positively but some areas noted as outdated.
Lumomaa Ruka
9.4The property was noted to be clean and in good condition, meeting expectations.
Otsontupa Apartment
8.0There was dust in the cabin and spider webs hanging from the ceiling; it needs better cleaning.
Mama Bear - near by the slopes and Ruka Village
8.6The requirement to clean before departure for an extra charge seems unethical.
Location
Varjokelo
8.6Good location, close to amenities but slightly away from the main village.
Lumomaa Ruka
9.9Superb location, as mentioned in multiple reviews.
Otsontupa Apartment
8.9Decently located cabin.
Mama Bear - near by the slopes and Ruka Village
9.6Great location, close to slopes and a grocery store.
Service
Varjokelo
9.1The host was responsive and ensured a pleasant stay.
Lumomaa Ruka
9.9Friendly host and all services functioned well.
Otsontupa Apartment
9.4Owner's communication was decent, though a bit blunt.
Mama Bear - near by the slopes and Ruka Village
10.0Standard service quality for a hotel of this rating.
Sleep & Noise
Varjokelo
—Lumomaa Ruka
—Otsontupa Apartment
—Mama Bear - near by the slopes and Ruka Village
—Food & Breakfast
Varjokelo
8.6Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Lumomaa Ruka
8.9Not explicitly mentioned, assumed standard quality for this hotel tier.
Otsontupa Apartment
8.9Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Mama Bear - near by the slopes and Ruka Village
9.0Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Amenities & Facilities
Varjokelo
8.6Well-stocked kitchen and positive features like drying cabinet.
Lumomaa Ruka
9.4Amenities functioned well with no complaints.
Otsontupa Apartment
8.9Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Mama Bear - near by the slopes and Ruka Village
9.1Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value
Varjokelo
9.1Great value considering the overall experience and amenities provided.
Lumomaa Ruka
9.3Good value for the quality and experience offered.
Otsontupa Apartment
8.9Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Mama Bear - near by the slopes and Ruka Village
8.1Overall cost is higher than what is indicated.
Landmarks
Varjokelo
Rukan mäkiautorataLumomaa Ruka
Rukan mäkiautorataOtsontupa Apartment
Rukan mäkiautorataMama Bear - near by the slopes and Ruka Village
Rukan mäkiautorata