This holiday cottage is situated in Ruka, 25.7 kilometres from Kuusamo Airport, offering convenient access for those arriving by air. This 45 square metre property features one bedroom and one bathroom, a well-equipped kitchenette with a dishwasher and fridge, and a sauna, with optional bed linen and final cleaning services available, making it ideal for self-catering ski holidays.
8.5 2 reviews
Ruka
19/12 – 26/12
A$815/nighttotal: A$5705 (7 )
Holiday In Lapland - Ruka Kesätie
4 10
apartment , Kuusamo
This Ruka apartment, located 42km from Riisitunturi National Park, offers convenient access to the popular Ruka ski resort. The 107 square metre property boasts four bedrooms, sleeping up to 19 guests, and includes a sauna, terrace, fully equipped kitchen, free Wi-Fi and private parking.
9.4 8 reviews
Ruka
16/07 – 21/07
A$372/nighttotal: A$1860 (5 )
Rukanhelmi Cottage
5 2
chalet , Ruka
Rukanhelmi Cottage is located in Ruka, a popular ski resort village, just 25 miles from Riisitunturi National Park and 16 miles from Kuusamo Airport. The chalet has received excellent user ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The cottage has 5 bedrooms and 1 bathroom across 153 square metres. Guests can enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, a relaxing fireplace, a terrace, a sauna, and access to the slopes.
9.0 178 reviews
Ruka
16/07 – 21/07
A$163/nighttotal: A$815 (5 )
Ruka Center Chalet 3b1 - Ski-in Ski-out - All Services Nearby - Fireplace - Wifi - Own Parking Place
1 2
apartment , Ruka
This one-bedroom apartment is situated just 820 feet from the main centre of Ruka, offering easy access to shops, restaurants, and activities. It has received very good ratings for cleanliness, user experience, and location, making it an ideal choice for travellers seeking a comfortable and convenient base. The 47 square metre apartment comfortably accommodates up to four guests. It comes equipped with a modern kitchen, a sauna for relaxation, a balcony for enjoying the fresh air, and free Wi-Fi. Guests can also benefit from on-site ski and bicycle rentals, making it easy to explore the surrounding area and enjoy the many outdoor activities Ruka has to offer.
9.0 2 reviews
Ruka
20/12 – 23/12
A$443/nighttotal: A$1329 (3 )
Holiday Home Lapinkoto By Interhome
1 5
house , Ruka
Holiday Home Lapinkoto is situated in Ruka, 42 kilometres from Riisitunturi National Park and 26 kilometres from Kuusamo Airport, offering a peaceful retreat in the heart of Finnish nature. The property has received very good ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience. This cosy cottage spans 36 square metres and comfortably accommodates up to six guests. Enjoy modern amenities such as a well-equipped kitchen, a relaxing bathroom, and a sauna, perfect for unwinding after a day of skiing or exploring the surrounding natural beauty.
8.6 3 reviews
Ruka
20/12 – 23/12
A$502/nighttotal: A$1506 (3 )
Holiday Home Karhunvartijan Linna A1 By Interhome
1 5
house , Ruka
Holiday Home Karhunvartijan linna a1 is situated in Ruka, a popular ski resort town, just 17 miles from Kuusamo Airport. The property has received excellent ratings for its location and is rated very good overall, with a good cleanliness score. This one-bedroom chalet offers 47 square metres of space. It features a fully equipped kitchenette with a dishwasher, a fireplace for cosy evenings, and a sauna for relaxing after a day of skiing or exploring the surrounding countryside.
Ruka
20/12 – 23/12
A$456/nighttotal: A$1368 (3 )
Lapinkoto By Interhome
1 5
apartment , Kuusamo
This log apartment in Ruka village, Western Ruka, is situated 25 kilometres north of Kuusamo, offering proximity to Kesäjärvi Lake (200 metres) and the Talvijärvi ski lift area (2.1 kilometres), with the main Ruka centre approximately 3 kilometres away. This 36 square metre cabin sleeps up to six guests, featuring a combined kitchen-living area, a loft sleeping space with four mattresses, a sofa bed for two, a bathroom with a WC and electric sauna, and an air heat pump, with shared ski maintenance facilities and firewood storage available.
9.6 191 reviews
Ruka
16/07 – 21/07
A$140/nighttotal: A$700 (5 )
Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages
2 2
house , Ruka
These cottages are located near Lake Talvijärvi, just a short distance from the Ruka Ski Center and a 25-minute drive from Central Kuusamo and Oulanka National Park. The property has received excellent ratings for location, cleanliness, and user experience. Each cottage features a private sauna and a cosy fireplace, perfect for relaxing after a day of outdoor activities. The fully-equipped kitchen, terrace, and BBQ grill hut allow you to enjoy the fresh air and prepare your own meals, while the free Wi-Fi ensures you stay connected.
9.6 5 reviews
Ruka
19/12 – 26/12
A$899/nighttotal: A$6293 (7 )
Ruka Kesätie By Holiday In Lapland
1 10
cabin , Kuusamo
Kesätie cottage, near Ruka in Kuusamo, offers a convenient location a short distance from Ruka's amenities. This four-bedroom lodge sleeps up to ten guests, boasting a well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher, a private sauna, and two toilets, ideal for families or groups.
9.3 133 reviews
Ruka
16/07 – 21/07
A$186/nighttotal: A$930 (5 )
Ruka Saukonmaja A
2 2
house , Ruka
Ruka Saukonmaja A is located in Ruka, just 26 miles from Riisitunturi National Park and 16 miles from Kuusamo Airport, making it a convenient base for exploring the area. The property has received excellent ratings for cleanliness and location, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay. This two-bedroom house spans 68 square metres and comfortably sleeps up to six guests. The accommodation offers a range of amenities, including a fully equipped kitchen, a private terrace, a sauna, and on-site ski equipment rental, making it ideal for families or groups looking for a relaxing and active holiday.
Ruka
19/12 – 26/12
A$418/nighttotal: A$2926 (7 )
Kuusi-ruka 6 By Interhome
2 10
apartment , Kuusamo
This lakeside property in Ruka, Kuusamo, is located within 3.2km of the Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill, Etutuoli, and the Ruka Ski Area, and within 4.8km of the Valtavaara and Juhannuskallio Nature Reserves. This 54 square metre holiday home offers two bedrooms, one bathroom, and sleeps ten guests, boasting a sauna, parking, a fully equipped kitchen including a dishwasher, and in-house laundry facilities.
8.8 5 reviews
Ruka
20/12 – 23/12
A$445/nighttotal: A$1335 (3 )
Holiday Home Seitsemän Savua 4 By Interhome
1 5
house , Ruka
Holiday Home Seitsemän savua 4 is located in Ruka, just 25 miles from Riisitunturi National Park and 16 miles from Kuusamo Airport, making it ideal for exploring the surrounding natural beauty. The property has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay. This 2-bedroom, 57 square metre property is perfect for a family or group of friends. It features a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and fridge, a relaxing bathroom with a choice of bath or shower, a sauna, and a TV for entertainment. You can also enjoy the peaceful setting, parking, and the option of bringing your pet along.
Best family friendly Ruka holiday rentals
Among the 4 accommodations in Ruka, here are the 4 best family friendly rentals
9.8 8 reviews
Ruka
20/12 – 23/12
A$309/nighttotal: A$927 (3 )
Villa Aava1 Ruka
1 5
cabin , Kuusamo
This modern, family-friendly lodge is situated in Ruka, Kuusamo, 0.1km from cross-country ski trails, 1.4km from the Kelo slopes, and 1.8km from Ruka village. The open-plan chalet sleeps six, boasting a double bedroom, a loft with four single beds, a fully equipped kitchen (including a dishwasher), a sauna, air conditioning, a garden, and private storage for ski equipment; linen and towels are available for an extra charge.
9.5 22 reviews
Ruka
20/12 – 23/12
A$247/nighttotal: A$741 (3 )
Honkaruka, Agrohonka
1 5
cabin , Kuusamo
This two-bedroom cabin is situated in the popular Rukan Kesäjärvi area, just 1.7 km from the Ruka Ski Resort and 1 km from a grocery store. The cabin offers a spacious loft, a cosy fireplace, a relaxing sauna, and direct access to cross-country ski trails and snowmobile routes, making it ideal for winter sports enthusiasts.
This lakeside holiday cottage, Talviranta, is situated in Kuusamo, 26 kilometres from Kuusamo Airport, offering direct lakefront access and proximity to Ruka-Pyhä ski resort. This 64 square metre apartment accommodates up to 11 guests, featuring a fully equipped kitchen, a sauna, ski-to-door access, two ski passes for Ruka-Pyhä, and on-site activities including fishing and canoeing.
9.5 40 reviews
Ruka
16/07 – 21/07
A$185/nighttotal: A$925 (5 )
Chalets Lumihelmi Ruka
2 2
apartment , Ruka
This two-bedroom apartment is located in Ruka, just 26 miles from Riisitunturi National Park, making it an ideal base for exploring the area's natural beauty. The apartment has consistently received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall user experience. The 46 square metre apartment comfortably sleeps up to four guests. It features a well-equipped kitchen, a relaxing sauna, and a terrace or balcony for enjoying the fresh air, as well as a bar, parking, and internet access.
Best Ruka holiday rentals with a fireplace
9.0 118 reviews
Ruka
16/07 – 21/07
A$235/nighttotal: A$1175 (5 )
Ruka Chalet Oliver
3 2
chalet , Ruka
Ruka Chalet Oliver is situated 25 miles from Riisitunturi National Park in the Ruka district, a peaceful location just a short distance from the popular Ruka ski resort. The chalet has received excellent user ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience. This three-bedroom chalet offers 71 square metres of space and can accommodate up to seven guests. It is fully equipped with a kitchen, a living room with a flat-screen TV, a bathroom with a bidet and washing machine, a terrace, a garden, a sauna, and parking, making it an ideal choice for families looking for a comfortable and relaxing holiday.
10 4 reviews
Ruka
16/07 – 21/07
A$252/nighttotal: A$1260 (5 )
Villa Otter
1 2
cabin , Kuusamo
Villa Otter is a holiday cottage situated in Ruka, Kuusamo, offering immediate access to Ruka village services, the ski stadium, slopes, cross-country ski tracks, and snowmobile trails, with a Ski Bus stop located 150 meters away. This renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom lodge accommodates up to six guests and features a modern kitchen with a dishwasher, a new sauna with an 'always ready' stove, an enclosed terrace, and a living room fireplace, with the loft providing additional sleeping space, a TV corner, and a workspace.
9.3 39 reviews
Ruka
20/12 – 23/12
A$192/nighttotal: A$576 (3 )
Revonaapa
1 5
apartment , Kuusamo
Revonaapa, near Kuusamo, offers a self-catering apartment 600 metres from a ski lift, 2.5km from Kuusamo's resort centre, and 1.2km from a grocery store. This two-bedroom property sleeps six, features a kitchenette with dishwasher, electric sauna, fireplace (wood provided), private entrance, and storage for outdoor equipment, plus optional end-of-stay cleaning.
9.0 185 reviews
Ruka
16/07 – 21/07
A$191/nighttotal: A$955 (5 )
Ruka Chalet Petit Oliver
2 2
apartment , Ruka
Ruka Chalet Petit Oliver is located 26 miles from Riisitunturi National Park and 16 miles from Kuusamo Airport, making it a convenient base for exploring the Ruka region. This apartment has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The two-bedroom apartment offers 60 square metres of space, accommodating up to 5 guests comfortably. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities including a fully equipped kitchen, a terrace, a sauna, and parking, as well as the option of ski storage and equipment rental.
Frequently asked questions about holiday rentals in Ruka
What are some interesting places to visit in or near Ruka?
Ruka is known for its stunning scenery, so a visit to the top of the Ruka fell is a must. You can take the gondola up for breathtaking views across the surrounding lakes and forests. For a taste of local culture, head to the Ruka Village, where you'll find traditional Finnish wooden buildings, shops, and restaurants. If you're interested in history, the nearby town of Kuusamo has the Kuusamo Museum, which showcases the region's heritage.
What are the best Airbnb and holiday rentals in Ruka?
Which walking or cycling routes are the best in Ruka?
The Karhunkierros Trail, a 80km circular trail, is a popular choice for hikers and cyclists. It winds through forests, across rivers, and past waterfalls. For a shorter and easier walk, the Ruka Nature Trail is a 3km loop that follows the shores of Lake Ruka. If you're looking for a challenging ride, the Ruka Bike Park offers downhill trails for all levels.
What sports or outdoor activites can visitors enjoy in and around Ruka?
Ruka is a winter sports paradise, with excellent skiing and snowboarding. In the summer, the region offers plenty of opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing, and swimming. You can also go kayaking or canoeing on the numerous lakes and rivers. For a unique experience, try cross-country skiing in the winter or snowshoeing in the spring.
What are the best holiday rentals with a pool in Ruka?
What other towns or cities can be easily accessed from Ruka?
Kuusamo, the nearest town to Ruka, is only a 10-minute drive away. It offers a good selection of shops, restaurants, and services. The city of Oulu, on the coast, is a 2-hour drive from Ruka and offers a wider range of cultural attractions and nightlife.
What are the best rentals for families and kids in Ruka?
What amenities are commonly available in vacation rentals in Ruka?
Most vacation rentals in Ruka offer basic amenities like a kitchen, bathroom, and living area. Many also have a sauna, which is a traditional Finnish feature. Some rentals may have additional amenities like a fireplace, a balcony, or a hot tub. You can often find rentals with stunning views of the surrounding lakes and forests.
What are the best rentals or Airbnbs with a jacuzzi in Ruka?
What time of year is best to rent a vacation rental Ruka?
The best time to rent a vacation rental in Ruka depends on your interests. If you're looking for winter sports, the peak season is from December to April. For warmer weather activities, the summer months from June to August are ideal. You can find good deals outside of these peak seasons, especially in the spring and autumn.
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Best Ruka holiday rentals with jacuzzi
9.0 1 review
Ruka
16/07 – 21/07
A$1154/nighttotal: A$5770 (5 )
Villa Luna By Hilla Villas
5 2
apartment , Kuusamo
This Kuusamo apartment, situated 26 kilometres from Kuusamo Airport, offers convenient access to the region's attractions. This spacious 215-square-metre dwelling boasts a one-bedroom layout, accommodating up to 27 guests with amenities including a fully equipped kitchen, three bathrooms, a sauna, a jacuzzi, and a terrace; free parking and Wi-Fi are also provided.
Ruka
16/07 – 21/07
A$862/nighttotal: A$4310 (5 )
Villa Ailo - Quality Villa With Sauna & Jacuzzi
5 2
house , Ruka
This detached villa in Kuusamo is located 26 kilometres from Kuusamo Airport, offering a secluded retreat. This spacious 157 square metre property accommodates up to 15 guests across 5 bedrooms and features a private sauna, hot tub, fully equipped kitchen, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
9.8 43 reviews
Ruka
16/07 – 21/07
A$778/nighttotal: A$3890 (5 )
Keloruka 15 Luxury Lodge, 5 Ensuite Bedrooms, 250 M2, Jacuzzi, 2 X Ski Pass
5 2
chalet , Ruka
Keloruka 15 luxury lodge is located in Ruka, a popular ski resort town, just 42 kilometres from Riisitunturi National Park and 27 kilometres from Kuusamo Airport. The property has received excellent ratings from previous guests for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. This spacious 250 square metre lodge comfortably accommodates up to 10 guests in its five en-suite bedrooms. The lodge offers a full range of amenities including a sauna, hot tub, fully equipped kitchen, terrace with garden views, and ski-in/ski-out access.
9.9 55 reviews
Ruka
16/07 – 21/07
A$521/nighttotal: A$2605 (5 )
Keloruka Cottage, 4br 180m2 Chalet With Whirlpool
4 2
chalet , Ruka
Keloruka Cottage is ideally situated in the heart of Ruka, just a short walk from the ski lifts, a grocery store, and the airport bus stop, making it a convenient base for exploring the area. The cottage consistently receives excellent reviews for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The cottage is a spacious four-bedroom property with a floor area of 180 square metres. It offers a range of amenities for a comfortable stay, including a fully equipped kitchen, a relaxing spa bath, a sauna, a terrace, a garden, and a fitness centre.
Best Ruka holiday rentals with parking
8.5 2 reviews
Ruka
20/12 – 23/12
A$601/nighttotal: A$1803 (3 )
Holiday Home Lomakivakka B6 By Interhome
1 5
house , Ruka
This 3-star holiday home is situated in Ruka, 40 kilometres from Riisitunturi National Park and 26 kilometres from Kuusamo Airport. The property has received very good ratings for its location and overall experience, with a satisfactory cleanliness rating. The 50 square metre property features one bathroom and a well-equipped kitchen with a fridge, freezer, microwave, and dishwasher. Guests can enjoy a sauna, parking, and the convenience of pet-friendly accommodation.
9.2 5 reviews
Ruka
20/12 – 23/12
A$592/nighttotal: A$1776 (3 )
Kiiruna Chalet
3 5
house , Kuusamo
Kiiruna Chalet, near Kuusamo, Finland, is situated approximately 24 kilometres from Kuusamo Airport and offers easy access to nearby skiing and hiking trails. This 102-square-metre chalet sleeps up to 10 guests, boasting three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a sauna, a terrace, private parking, and a flat-screen TV.
9.0 5 reviews
Ruka
20/12 – 23/12
A$427/nighttotal: A$1281 (3 )
Holiday Home Tähtiruka 3 By Interhome
1 5
house , Ruka
Holiday Home Tähtiruka 3 is located in Ruka, a popular ski destination, just 24 miles from Riisitunturi National Park and 17 miles from Kuusamo Airport. It has received very good user ratings for cleanliness and location, making it an attractive choice for travellers. The 60 square metre property has one bedroom and one bathroom, accommodating up to 6 guests. The house features a well-equipped kitchen, a sauna, internet access, and parking, providing everything you need for a comfortable stay.
8.9 170 reviews
Ruka
16/07 – 21/07
A$146/nighttotal: A$730 (5 )
Ruka Chalet Charmant Oliver
1 2
apartment , Ruka
Ruka Chalet Charmant Oliver is located in Ruka, close to the slopes and just 26 miles from Riisitunturi National Park, offering easy access to both skiing and nature exploration. This apartment has received very good user ratings, with an excellent location rating and a very good cleanliness rating. The property is a one-bedroom apartment with one bathroom, spanning 40 square metres and comfortably accommodating up to four guests. The apartment is well-equipped with a modern kitchen, a private terrace, a sauna, and free parking, making it ideal for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.