Located close to the Baltic Sea, the city of Kemi was founded by the Russian Emperor Alexander II in the year 1869. This charming town in Finland is famous for its SnowCastle. The SnowCastle of Kemi is rebuilt every year in the inner harbor of the city and is the largest snow castle in the world. Every year, from early January to the month of April, the snow castle remains open to visitors.
In the land of the Aurora Borealis, the majestic vessel that is the Icebreaker Sampo takes you on a journey through the Gulf of Bothnia. To explore this beautiful town which defines the sparkling country of Finland, book one of these top 10 Airbnb vacation rentals in the area!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. Apartment in Kemi, near the airport (from USD 54)
This apartment is a part of a house, conveniently located close to the airport, city center, railway station and the SnowCastle of Kemi. The apartment has a separate entrance, which ensures complete privacy. The apartment is located on the second floor of the house and is only accessible by stairs.
The bedroom is designed to fit a whole group of people. There is a queen bed, a single bed and a sofa bed, suitable for up to five people. There is a comfortable living area with a kitchen and dining space. A wood-fired hot tub is available and guests can use it on demand. Parking is available in the private yard.
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the wifi only works near the kitchen but there it worked wella spacious loft with an excellent kitchenCleanliness:
apartman is clean with comfortable sizethe apartment is big clean and cozynice clean and cosy little apartmentfantastic place very clean and welcomingnice clean appartment in a quiet neighborhoodHost:
the host is very nicegreat host everything went smoothly as plannedthe hosts are really nice and helpfulthey were a great host and would definitely recommend to everyone to stay hereanne is an amazing host helpfull and and really good at communicating with her guestsRead more reviewsLocation:
the apartment is located in the nice and quiet placeapartman have very good locationthe location is perfect if you´re by car and want to stay in the area of kemiit was ideal for our stay in kemi we would recommend this place to everyonethis house was awesome a beautiful walk from kemi and we were given a ride both mornings we stayed
2. Nice cottage by the river, near the city of Kemi (from USD 87)
This cottage by the river is located just outside the city of Kemi and is well-equipped with all the facilities for modern living. There are two bedrooms: the master bedroom has a king bed and the second bedroom has a double and a single bed. The living room also has a sofa bed for some extra guests. There is an equipped kitchen to prepare your meals and the house has its own bridge and rowboat, so you can enjoy the river. The charming deck of the house is also a great place to enjoy the surrounding beauty of the river.
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we slept in a very comfortable double bedkitchen and bathroom are very well equipped there's all you might needCleanliness:
everything was very clean plenty of beds variety of kitchen stuffthe place is very cosy clean and quitevery quiet and cozy house clean and osm ;)tiina´s mother welcomed us very friendly the house was very nice clean and comfortableeverything was ready and cleanHost:
eila was lovely hosttiina has been a great hostwe highly recommend this host and accommodationcozy place and friendly hoststiina and her mother were such courteous hosts and extremely friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location for us was ideal alsoa nice secluded house close to kemiwish to return to this place againtiinas place is nicely located next to the river and just a stroll to the seaour stay was very relaxing and in case we would definitely choose tiina's place again
3. Cabin by the Kemijoki River (from USD 64)
This amazing riverside cabin is located in the town of Keminmaa, 10 minutes away from the town of Kemi. It is located by the biggest river of Finland, the Kemijoki River. If you like swimming, there is the perfect place nearby. The cabin is small and cozy, with a single bedroom that has two single beds and a sofa bed, suitable for four. Breakfast is provided in the morning and there is a kitchen for preparing your meals. Attractions, like the Santa Claus village and the Ranua Zoo, are located very close.
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marko was very friendly and he had made great breakfastwe sat down with them and had an awesome dinner and breakfastthey invited us to try tipical finish food and the breakfast was deliciousnice breakfast nice house i stayed 1 day extra to experience the way living is in finlandthe breakfast was better than most hotelsCleanliness:
our stay was stunningly comfortable and the apartment was immaculately clean :)Host:
host mom was awesomemarco and his mother were very very friendly hostsmarko & his mom are kind friendly & they are excellent hosts who made us feel more than welcomemarko is a wonderfull host he has loads of usefull local info breakfast was deliciousreally great place to stay amazing atmosphere created by the hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
i honestly recommend the locationvery nice place with the beautiful garden & close to the riverperfect place to spend a night near kemi very friendly peopleafter that he transported us to his place of stay which is in an awesome location
4. Cozy apartment in Kemi (from USD 88)
This quiet and comfortable apartment is located close to the city center and is bright and cheerful. The bedroom has two single beds for two and the apartment also has a spacious living room and a kitchen for preparing your meals. It also has free Wi-Fi, free parking, a dishwasher, a washing machine, and a sauna. The apartment is located in a quiet neighborhood but walking distance from the markets, restaurants, bars, and train station.
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the apartment is sparkling clean and has all the amenities a traveller requireswe had a very comfortable stayCleanliness:
beautiful place extremely clean and spaciousthis place is very clean and homelythe house was really nice and cleanthe bathroom was clean and a big plus for a saunawonderful amenities thoughtful hosts spotlessly clean and comfortableHost:
the landlord was very friendlytimo was so kind that he picked us up at the train stationespecially the friendly communications and the detailsthank you so much for meeting such a friendly and kind person in such a foreign countrywe couldn’t have hoped for better hosts than timo and eeva thank youRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is awesome close to the train station and supermarketclose to supermarket and great walksa beautiful home in a good locationthe apartment is located close to kemi centre (3 min walk) but in a calm area of the citywe could totally recommend this place
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5. A room for couples or single travelers in Keminmaa (from USD 42)
This comfortable room is offered to guests in the town of Keminmaa. The house is located by the famous Kemijoki River and is perfect for couples, solo travelers, and business travelers. The room has a double bed, a separate workspace, and breakfast is provided. The entire house features interesting décor with hardwood floors and wooden walls. You can also relax in the common living room or enjoy your meal in the common dining area. There is an indoor fireplace to keep the place warm.
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great place to stay with dinner and breakfast includedmarko’s mother prepared us very nice finnish food drink and made us very comfortablethe room was nice and the house as wellHost:
good place to stay worm host and helpful peoplemarko's mothet was really kind and nicereally nice stay marco is very kind and the hospitality was amazingthe people were incredibly friendly and hospitable and i had a great time chatting with thembest airbnb host/experience ever had marko his mom and leonid are super friendly they share their home with their houseRead more reviewsLocation:
i am so glad that we choose marko's placemarko's place is perfect for anyone looking to stay in or near kemireally recommend this place5 hour walk from the centre of kemi but very easy to find
6. Winter wonderland in Keminmaa (from USD 42)
Near the Kemijoki River, this house is located very close to the SnowCastle and the icebreaker. It gives an excellent view of the snowbound city and the aurora during the months of November to April. Access to the entire house is offered to guests and the bedroom comes with a king bed for two. The common space also has a single bed for one extra guest. You can also use the sauna and equipment for outdoor adventures, like ice skates, roller skates, and bikes, are also available.
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the bed is a little stiff but other than that i cannot complainmarko’s mother prepared us very nice finnish food drink and made us very comfortablei had a wonderful stay at marko's house and fantastic breakfasts made by her motherHost:
the host is very coorperative and helpfulhost was very friendly and accommodation couldn’t been more pleasantmarko was really kind and a host with heartmarko is very very very kind hosthis mum speaks only finnish but she’s very friendly and is always making sure that we’re well-fedRead more reviewsLocation:
very cozy place outside the main city of kemi in a beautiful location
7. Room for a solo traveler
One bedroom is offered to solo travelers in the town of Keminmaa. The bedroom has a single bed and a spacious workspace. Thus, it is a great base for solo travelers or business travelers. Guests are welcome to use the shared part of the house. There is a living room, a Finnish sauna, and equipment for outdoor adventures. Facilities, like a washing machine, dryer, hairdryer, and Wi-Fi are available in this house. The house is located by the Kemijoki River and is a great base to explore the Kemi SnowCastle or the Northern Lights.
Keminmaa, FinlandAccommodates: 1
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a quiet and comfortable space come here this is my first best decision this yearCleanliness:
easy to find very neet and clean friendly peopleHost:
had a nice chat with one of the hostseverybody was friendly and made me feel welcomeleonid and jarmo are excellent hosts who made me feel more than welcomepeople there were very kind and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
nice place close to the rivernice stay in confortable house close to the river and any shop you needi recommend this place
8. Modern and cozy cottage by the River Kemijoki (from USD 128)
This cottage is located beside the River Kemijoki and has a private beach. The cabin is designed with classic Finnish decor and the living room gives an extraordinary view of the river. The small but functional kitchen is set to prepare your meals and the bedroom is located in the loft, accessible via wooden stairs. The bedroom has a double bed and two floor mattresses, suitable for up to four guests. The living room also has a sofa bed. The most attractive part of the house is the terrace. It has a hot tub, BBQ, and an amazing view of the river.
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it is so cozy and have a very nice view from the riverwonderful view and cozy to spend one or two nights here for a restwe found everything we were looking for - really good kitchen equipment washing machine extra towelsbeautiful and cozy place with enough space for everyone will come back soon:)Cleanliness:
it has extremely nice architecture all rooms are clean and decorated with styleHost:
the hosts are friendly and the support in advance was lovelyeasy correspondence with hostpiia is a great hostour host piia was so extremely friendly and hospitablepiia is really nice and friendly host and i would stay here againRead more reviewsLocation:
top location in kemi feel free directly by the river :)in summertime this is a great place too i think
9. Cozy room near the Kemijoki River in Keminmaa
This cozy and comfortable apartment in Keminmaa provides a comfortable stay and is conveniently located close to the Kemijoki River and the Kemi SnowCastle. it is also a great base to get a glimpse of the Northern Lights. The room has a comfortable queen bed and the entire house is offered to guests. Here, you can try activities like ice fishing, skiing, skating, and sledding. Equipment, like skis, sleds, rollerskates, ice skates, bikes, and ice fishing rods are all available at the house for free.
Keminmaa, FinlandAccommodates: 2
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very clean and freshthe house is clean and warmbeautiful place and verry clean roomeverything was clean and we had great timelovely house outside of the city of kemi it was very clean all the fournitures were availableHost:
our host was very nicehosts are helpful toohosts were friendly and helpfulfriendly host and comfortable bedroomthey are very kind people and we appreciated their hospitalityRead more reviewsLocation:
good place for break a tripplace is quite good near and tidyclean quiet home away from the hustle and bustle of big city lifebeautiful place close to nature it is possible to see aurora with luckit was really great to stay at jarmos and jaanas place
10. One-bedroom apartment in Kemi (from USD 104)
This apartment is located in an area of old, lovely wooden houses, near the center of Kemi. The apartment has a bedroom, a living room with a kitchen, and a glazed balcony. The bedroom has a double bed for two and the common area has a single bed and a sofa bed. The whole apartment can accommodate five people and the apartment has chic and minimal décor.
Free parking is available on the street and this is a great base to explore the city of Kemi, as the SnowCastle is just three minutes away from this house. Other attractions, stores, and restaurants are also located nearby.
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comfortable bed and fast internetthe beds and sofa are super comfy highly recommendi can highly recommend jarmo‘s apartmentapartment was nice spacious and as describedit is comfortable warm and very well equippedCleanliness:
apartmán wss amazing clean and bigcozy nicely furnished and clean apartmentapartment is nice and cleanclean apartment with all the necessities in keminice place quiet and cleanHost:
the owner was always available and aware to support ushe is a welcoming hosthe is a great host who kept in touchjarmo is a wonderful host who was most helpful during our staynice unit and helpful unit ownerRead more reviewsLocation:
good location and comfortablealso location was goodgreat flat super central and close to the seasidegoos size apartment with excellent locationgreat space in a nice location
In the land of Sea Lapland...
The region around this town is known as Sea Lapland. The town of Kemi is the centre of trade and services in Sea Lapland. The Kemi Culture Centre features a library, orchestra, the city theatre, and the Kemi Art Museum, along with various places for meetings. The largest collection of gems in Europe can be seen in the Gemstone Gallery of Kemi. So, to explore the endless experience that this city in Finland has to offer, you can book one of these Airbnb vacation rentals for your stay!
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