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Hotel Karhu

Property class: 2

Photo gallery for Hotel Karhu

A multi-level interior with a staircase, large windows, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A breakfast buffet with various food items and drinks, including a sign that reads "ALL YOU NEED is love and a Peera Breakfast".
A modern building with a sign reading "BUDGET HOTEL KARHUN".
A spacious lobby with a pool table, comfortable seating, and a decorative deer sculpture.
A modern living room with a pool table, grey sofas, a painting, and tall floor lamps.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$265
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept

Explore the area

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7 Lapintie, Sodankyla, 99600
  • Place, Museum-Gallery Alariesto
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Sodankyla Old Church
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Alariesto Galleria
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a TV.

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Sodankyla

At Hotel Karhu you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Museum-Gallery Alariesto and Sodankyla Old Church. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, luggage storage and a lift. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Sodankyla hotel include Alariesto Galleria and Vanha Kirkko.

What's nearby

  • Museum-Gallery Alariesto - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sodankyla Old Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Alariesto Galleria - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Vanha Kirkko - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Museum of Local History and Culture - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tori-kioski (Grilli - Kioski) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Piitsi Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pizza-Paikka ala riesto - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪North Pizza Kebab - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Festareiden Kaljateltta - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Karhu

As a guest of Hotel Karhu, you'll find laundry facilities and a lift. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Sodankyla hotel is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Hotel Karhu offers 42 accommodations with a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (80 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (120 centimetre high)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (6:00 AM - 2:00 PM)

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Hotel Karhuksi

Hotel Karhu Hotel

Budget Hotel Karhu

Hotel Karhu Sodankyla

Hotel Karhu Hotel Sodankyla

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Karhu?

Hotel Karhu offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Karhu?

As of 10 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Karhu on 14 Sept 2026 start from AU$265, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel Karhu?

Yep, Hotel Karhu has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Karhu?

The closest beach to Hotel Karhu is Astelin uimaranta (49.1 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Karhu?

No, Hotel Karhu does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Karhu?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Hotel Karhu Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 49 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rahul

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was dirty very old fashioned sauna only you can use for 7pm to 9 pm breakfast was not good at all reception staff was nice I stayed three nights in this hotel and they haven’t t done any Room service I would not recommend this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness
This room was supposed to minimalistic and easy for an overnight stay to break up a trip. It was not easy. I arrived to the property without any information being sent re:accessing my room or the key. The number on the door was incorrect and took me to a person not the hotel. I contacted hotels.com via chat and got a call from someone from the hotel. They gave me the correct to the lockbox and I got my key. Despite only being a few hours after the start of check in, the lobby was locked - which means the elevator was locked. I had looked ahead to ensure it had an elevator so this was incredibly discouraging. We lugged our suitcases up a small spiral, marble and slippery staircase. Our room was simple and clean but lacked more than one outlet. The sink filled upon first use and didn’t really drain. By the time we left we were using the shower to wash our hands. Breakfast was a large spread but the quality of the food was not where I preferred it to be. We ate a few bites and then went back to the room to pack and leave. The elevator was unlocked for our morning departure, which was helpful. I would not stay here again. I would drive from Saariselka to Rovaniemi and skip the overnight. It was like staying in a dorm room. If that’s what you want - you’ll be very happy… provided the sink drains.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marja

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Harmitti, kun yleisissä tiloissa ei voinut istuskella illalla
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Pertti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Huone oli siisti, mutta yleisilmeeltään hieman kulahtanut. Illalla hotellissa ei ole saatavilla palveluita. Aamupala oli hyvä. Hinta-laatusuhde ei kuitenkaan ollut kohdillaan.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kylpylä?
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tarja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Huone siisti, ihana sauna ja hyvä aamiainen
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Kaikki ok

Perustason huone, ei mitään hienouksia mutta siistiä. Sänky oli omaan makuun turhan pehmeä, mutta sehän on makuasia. Aamiainen kuten odotinkin. Keskeinen sijainti kylällä hyvä. Luvattu kolmen tähden kokemus.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tuula

Monenlainen aamiainen ja mukava sänky
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Georg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Das Hotel und auch die Zimmereinrichtung sind in die Jahre gekommen. Es war sauber, aber eine Renovierung wäre angebracht. Das Essen zu Abend im Restaurant war sehr gut. Auch das Frühstücksbüfett ließ keine Wünsche offen.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Altfor varmt, var ingen luft, å ingen særlig lufte mulighet heller.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Huone oli epäsiisti ja kaipaa remonttia. Respan aula todella epäsiisti. Ystävällinen palvelu.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Kelpo yö

Vanhanaikainen kohde. Kulumaa kaikkialla pinnoissa. Perus mulavuudet kuitenkin löytyivät. Tyynyn voisi pikkuhiljaa vaihtaa oli muhkurainen. Sesonkiajasta huolimatta melko kallis yöhinta. Ohiajoa varten kuitenkin ihan ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tapio

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Vähän viileää, kun lämpö ei ollut päällä.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Sigmund

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotellet er ubetjent og stengt! vi brukte mye tid og telefoner på å finne ut hvordan vi kunne sjekke inn - i nabohotellet. Det var ikke greit. Frokost var i nabohotellet fra kl 07 til 09. Vi trodde det var til kl 10…. så det rakk vi ikke!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Saimme huoneen, mutta siinä oli wc pönttö irti, käveltiin hotell sodankylään 150m päässä siellä on respa, hyvin ystävällinen työntekijä antoi meille toinen huone, aamiainen samassa paikassa oli tosi hyvä👍😃
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Maria Olivia

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Raija

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jukka

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sami

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kay-Arne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pekka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Virpi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Timo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elina

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

kimmo

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025