Hotel reviews of experts Finland

In Finland there is no official star rating of hotels. Stars on sites and in tourist catalogs are a subjective estimation of tourist firms. Basically, all hotels pretend to the level of 3 * + and 4 *, but there are also 5 *.

Hotels in Finland are clean, comfortable with European quality service. In Finland, there are such famous chains as Scandic, Holiday Inn, Blue SAS, Holiday Club. Finnish chains: Sokos, Rantasipi.

Accommodation in Finland is possible in urban hotels, spa hotels and cottages.

City hotels - hotels that are located directly in the cities. In urban hotels, as a rule, there is a sauna, sometimes there are hotels with swimming pools. Such hotels are suitable for recreation for shopping, for conferences and sightseeing tours.

Spa hotels are located at a distance from the city, in a quiet place in nature, usually on the shore of the lake. Many spa hotels have an aqua park, but under the water park are understood pools, 1-2 water slides, jacuzzis and saunas. The hotels offer health and beauty treatments (at an additional cost). As a rule, it is possible to rent a boat, a bicycle. Suitable for family holidays and quiet outdoor recreation.

Cottages are an excellent option for a secluded holiday in nature, fishing, and also for accommodation in ski resorts. Cottages are suitable for families and large companies. The cottages are fully equipped, there is a sauna, a fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen (it should be remembered that cottages are not provided for meals and are organized by tourists independently). In the cottage in addition to the main places that are located in the closed bedrooms, there are additional places - a folding sofa in the living room and / or loft (open second floor).

Cottages can be either detached or located in cottage villages. In detached cottages it is recommended to go by car so that you can reach the nearest grocery store without problems. On the territory of cottage settlements there can be a restaurant and a reception where you can book fishing services, etc.

The level of the cottage, and therefore the price, depends on several factors, such as: the number of bedrooms, the year of construction, the cottage equipment for accommodation in a ski resort - the distance of the cottage from the slope.

Which Finnish resort to choose

Ski resorts . Tahko - a resort with good infrastructure . All services mainly located at a distance of 200-500 meters from the slopes . Passage to the slopes passes through a small lake - on the bridge or over the ice . At the resort there is only one hotel - Sokos Tahkovuori in the center, as well as a large selection of cottages (mostly paired) and apartments . -centre with swimming pool, grocery store in the center of the resort and large supermarkets 10 km from the resort .- $ . The resort is located in Central Finland (about 330 km from the border crossing point Nuijamaa), which makes it convenient to get there both by your own car and by train, plane

. Koli - the resort consists of two hills (Ukko-coli and Loma-koli) at a distance of 9 kilometers from each other. . Suitable for tourists on own transport, because the infrastructure of the resort is not concentrated near the slopes . Until the end of 2012 it is planned to open a spa in the resort . Accommodation is offered at the Sokos hotel on the Ukko-koli slope or in cottages located a few kilometers from the slopes. $ $ The resort is part of the Koli National Park and is located in Central Finland (about 300 km from the Nuijamaa border crossing point) . Getting to the resort is more convenient th in the car .

Vuokatti - ski resort is known for ski tunnels for cross-country skiing and snowboarding that allow you to ride year-round . Accommodation is offered in several hotels, apartments and cottages . Spa Holiday Club Katinkulta is located 3 km from the slopes .In 500 meters from the slopes is the Vuokatti Sports Center, which has a swimming pool, sports grounds, and also in its territory it is possible to stay in comfortable chalets . The resort has only one grocery store located 2, 5 km from the slopes . Get to the resort by train, airplane or car (450 km from Nuijamaa) .

Hand is one of the largest and most popular resorts. Thanks to the new system of production of artificial snow, the season for the Rook continues from October to the end of May. In Ruka one of the best snow parks in Europe. The resort has two slopes - East and West. The center of the resort is on the west side. The resort has several hotels, apartments and cottages. Many cottages are built in Lapland style from solid logs. In the center of the resort there are shops, nightclubs and bars. The resort can be reached by plane or by car (700 km from Nuijamaa).

Levi - a large and popular winter recreation center in Lapland . In the center of the resort there are restaurants, bars, cafes, shops, spa hotel with water park . Accommodation is possible in apartments, hotels and cottages . In the center of the resort are mainly apartments and a small number of pairs of cottages . A few kilometers from the center you can rent paired or separate cottages . At the top of the slope there are glass needles, from which the winter opens magnificent view of the starry sky and the northern lights . can get to the resort by plane or train .

Ylläs - the largest ski resort in Finland by the number of routes and mileage. Here you can soak in the only sauna booth right on the lift. The resort provides excellent opportunities for outdoor activities. The resort has a Taiga nightclub, a swimming pool at the Holiday Club Saimaa. The nearest shop is 4 km from the center of the resort. Accommodation is possible in the center of the resort in a hotel or apartment and a few kilometers away in cottages. You can get to the resort by plane or train.

Rest with children

Rovaniemi is located near the Arctic Circle. In the city there is the official residence of Santa Claus and Santa Park, where you can see Santa even in the summer. There is also a small ski center. Accommodation is possible in city hotels, there are also two cottage complexes near the ski center.

Turku is a city and a port in the south-west of Finland, the fifth largest city in Finland. Near the city on the island of Kylo is the country of Moomin-trolls. Here artists in suits of Moomin-trolls constantly entertain children, arrange for them various shows. Mumi Park works only in the summer.

Helsinki - the capital of Finland . The city and its surroundings offer excellent opportunities for recreation with children . Here you can go to the zoo on the island of Korkeasaari, amusement park Linnanmäki , Aquarium Sea Life, terrarium Tropicario, Finnish toy museum Leikkilinna in Espoo . 25 km from Helsinki is the largest aquapark in Northern Europe . Interestingly and entertaining you can spend time in the scientific and cognitive center "Eureka" . . Its exposition will acquaint you with the structure of the human body, the phenomena of nature s and the laws of physics . Here you can participate in the process of making paper, spin the wheel of energy or go on a journey through the universe

. Ski resorts Levi, Ylläs, Ruka, Vuokatti, Tahko and Koli provide all the services for a good holiday with children. $ $. At all resorts it is possible to go for dog and reindeer sleigh rides, snowmobiles and snowshoe walking. - $ . There are children's slopes and a ski school for skiing (usually there are several Russian-speaking instructors ) . From Levi, Ylläs and Ruk are organized excursions to Rovaniemi in winter time . Also 30 km from Ruka there is Santa Claus dacha . And the informal residence of Santa Claus is located near Vuokatti (70 km) and Tahko (160 km) .

Fishing in Finland

Fishing is possible throughout Finland . Mainly fishing takes place in natural conditions and is not guaranteed . But you can also find stocked ponds in which you will not be left without a catch . Depending on your wishes you can choose to rest in a detached cottage in a quiet and peaceful place (in the rental price, as a rule , includes one rowing boat, in some cottages it is possible to rent a motor and tackle) .Also possible to rest in the cottage community, which provides all the necessary equipment for fishing, as well as provide services for a fishing guide .