Äkäslompolo (Finnish pronunciation: [ˈækæsˌlompolo]) is a village in the municipality of Kolari in Finland's Lapland region.
It is situated next to a lake of the same name, north-east of the town of Kolari.
[1][2] Äkäslompolo is, along with Ylläsjärvi, the primary town for the ski resort Yllästunturi, also known as Ylläs for short.
[3] In summer Äkäslompolo is popular among hikers, anglers, canoeists, and other outdoor enthusiasts.
There are several hotels and many holiday homes in the area.