Camp Ripan was an amazing place to stay! Highlights: SPA: We really loved the spa - it was one of the highlights of our time in Kiruna. The traditional Swedish scrubs they give you and the awesome design and facilities were delightful. The spa staff were especially kind. Make sure you book reservations for the spa far in advance because it is very popular. FOOD: We also loved the food - the dinners in particular were some of the best we've had during our 2 weeks in Sweden, and a good value. The waiters were very well informed and extremely nice. The breakfast that was included was also wonderful - they do not skimp! Bacon, sausages, fresh fruit, pancakes, you name it. Because the town is on the move, it isn't easy to get food anywhere else, so it is a good thing their food is both good and reasonably priced :) CABINS: Our cabins were very clean, nice and warm, and the hot water and water pressure were great! There was an awesome drying cabinet in the cabin we were able to use to warm and dry our wet clothes and towels - awesome! MAIN LODGE: The main lodge was nice and big - easily accommodated all of Camp Ripan's guests without feeling crowded and had a nice design. Also nice: a store onsite where heavy winter clothes from Fjallraven and other outdoor brands could be purchased in case you may not have brought enough appropriate clothing for the Arctic winter. There were even places where we could work upstairs when we had to open our laptops for a few hours one day! It is about a 10-15 minute walk from the main lodge to the bus station (very easy without luggage, but make sure to get a taxi to and from the airport). They had a very convenient phone guests could use to arrange taxis in the lobby of the main lodge. They also have little sleighs you can use to push your luggage through the snow from reception to the cabins, and other complimentary things for guests to use like sleds and ice skates.

The mattresses could use an upgrade/be higher quality.

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this apartment! The accommodation was beautiful, spotlessly clean, and in a fantastic location. We were lucky enough to witness the aurora borealis for the first time here, which made our experience even more special. The place offers a wide variety of tours and activities, making it easy to explore the surroundings. Breakfast was also delicious, with plenty of options to choose from. The staff was incredibly kind and professional. We did have one issue—due to a mistake on Booking.com’s end, our spa reservation was canceled without our knowledge. This is something that should be improved, as the issue could have been resolved before it became a problem. However, the staff handled it in the best possible way. They compensated us with free cross-country ski rentals, complimentary souvenirs, and snacks, which was a really thoughtful gesture. The agent on duty at the time was extremely polite and helpful, turning an unfortunate situation into a positive experience that actually enhanced our trip. Because of the exceptional service and the overall experience, we will definitely return and book the same apartment again. Highly recommended!

The camp itself is situated nicely somehow inside the town. No noise from the highway. Closest supermarket is just 5 minutes walking away. The cabins are spacious and comfortable. Newly renovated bathrooms with floor heating. Front Office Team is very helpful and patient. Check-In was possible until 10PM, eventhough Booking.com itself claims 8PM. Spacious breakfast room with a very good breakfast. Loved their pancakes!

There is a lot of garbage scattered right beyond the camp's grounds. Surely not camp's problem or responsibility. But it doesn't add as well. Not a real dislike here. In case You want to use one of the plenty charging stations in the camp, be ready to download possibly a new app. It is a 3rd party solution including its maintenance. But if You have the App, it works just fine.

A Perfect Stay! Our stay at Camp Ripan was absolutely perfect from start to finish! We spent five magical nights here, and we were lucky enough to see the Northern Lights right from inside our room almost every single night! It was an unforgettable experience. The facilities are top-notch, offering everything we could possibly need for a comfortable and relaxing stay. The staff is incredibly helpful and pleasant, always ready to assist with a smile. Their hospitality truly made us feel welcome. One of the highlights of our stay was the amazing food. The breakfast is of such high quality—fresh, delicious, and with so many great options. Lunch was also fantastic, with well-prepared meals that tasted incredible. Everything about this place exceeded our expectations, and we are already planning to come back again! If you're looking for the perfect stay in Kiruna, we highly recommend Camp Ripan!

The spa was amazing. Serene settings a nice aroma in the Birch Sauna. Breakfast included a wide variety of offerings, including fruit/ vegetable shots, which was great to keep the immune system strong for the - 15 degree climate! The staff was great - Erik was very friendly, and Maya was very attentive to our group's needs. Pre-booked excursions through the camp are easy to access/begin as the activity reception is close to the main reception.

The shower in the chalet was ok - but felt a little budget. The kitchenette in the room is great feature. Probably would be nice to have it a little bigger but the size was workable for a group of three.

Camp Ripan is fabulous, wonderful breakfast,very helpful staff,the Spa is a wonderful treat, the lodges are very cosy,great facilities ,comfortable beds.cooking facility.

It might be helpful to grit the pathways each day ,this time of year with the melt on ,they were extremely slippery so perhaps pathways leading to spa and main reception should be daily gritted or even cleared,camp ripan is based very close to the old Town but the old town is being moved most business cafes etc are all gone to new centre 4 kilometres away so just be aware of this,,that being said its a great place to stay as a base.

The breakfast spread was full of options, loved that it accommodated for lactose-intolerant and gluten-free options. Dinner was amazing, had some of the best reindeer and arctic char that beat food in Stockholm, they really know their stuff. The staff were helpful especially when I needed better winter gear to enjoy our northern lights experience.

Only wished getting from the airport would be easier. The airport bus stops 10min away from Camp Ripan and had to make it through a slippery slope with heavy luggage, so as expected a little fall was part of the journey. Perhaps better signages for cleared pathways around the property will be helpful. This was the same for the hiking route around the property too.

Beautiful property. We stayed in the 2 single bed chalet and it was perfect for our first nights in Kiruna. We dined at the restaurant the first night of arrival on Monday (without a reservation). The moose carpaccio, arctic char and reindeer were all delicious! We pre-booked the spa for our second night and it was quite relaxing. We didn't see the aurora that night in the outdoor pool but the overall spa was worth it. Great stay!

The curtains by the window were long and covered the heater. The steps to the outdoor pool from the spa were very icy and slippery...not sure how to fix that in the cold.

Good location for our visit to go husky sledding nearby. All the staff were brilliant, very helpful and friendly. Our cabin was cosy and comfortable, although it would have been good to have more wardrobe or cupboard space to allow us to unpack our suitcases more fully. We were so lucky to see the Northern Lights (briefly) on our first evening there and this topped off our wonderful stay at Camp Ripan.

Only minor things. We stayed in a one bedroom cabin which was okay for 2 adults but we think it would be quite cramped if there were 4 occupants. More wardrobe or cupboard space for clothing would have been good. We discovered the morning after our arrival that there were sled trays available to move luggage between reception and the cabins but this wasn't offered to us on check-in and we struggled a bit to drag our suitcases through the snow to our accommodation.

Camp Ripan is an excellent facility for all making a trip to the Arctic Circle. The main building offers all amenities and all tours pick up and drop off at the Camp. The restaurant is very very good, we were told it was the best restaurant in town. The food was delicious with interesting local dishes. They have a very decent inexpensive spa with different saunas and outside hot and cold pools all must try. The bungalows are spacious, warm and very clean. The camp also rents out winter clothing (as most tours also do) as none of your winter clothing will suffice (it was -25 C when we were there). It is not walking distance to Kiruna town, but very central and has to be you base of operations or first place to stay if you are new to the area. Stay there before you get your bearings and venture further into North. Would definitely stay there again..