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Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel

4.0 star property
Upscale riverfront hotel, walk to Town Hall

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Terrace/patio
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

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Itäranta 1, Joensuu, 80100
  • Popular LocationTaitokortteli9 min walk
  • Popular LocationJoensuu Art Museum12 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Joensuu4 min drive
  • AirportJoensuu (JOE)12 min drive

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Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Two extra beds possible) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Two extra beds possible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room (Extra bed possible) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room (Extra bed possible)

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Two extra beds possible) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Two extra beds possible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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The price is $126
per night
$139 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
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About the neighborhood

Joensuu

Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Town Hall and Taitokortteli. This 237-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a full-service spa, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Taitokortteli - 9 min walk
  • Joensuu Art Museum - 12 min walk
  • Joensuu Taidemuseo - 12 min walk
  • Carelicum - 13 min walk
  • University of Joensuu - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Joensuu Station - 2 min walk
  • The nearest major airport is Joensuu (JOE): 12-min drive, 8.3 mi/13.4 km.

Restaurants

  • Hesburger - 8 min walk
  • Viihdekeilahalli Cosmic - 8 min walk
  • Ravintola Kerubi - 5 min walk
  • Robert's Coffee Joensuu - 10 min walk
  • Bar Cafe Vispiläkauppa - 9 min walk

About this property

Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel

Upscale riverfront hotel, walk to Town Hall
Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel features a full-service spa, a nightclub, and karaoke. Self parking is offered for EUR 12 per day. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a 24-hour gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Other amenities include electric kettles, hair dryers, and phones. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub, and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Finnish, Swedish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 12 per day)

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bistro Heili
  • Lobby bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Karaoke
  • Nightclub
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 13 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1977
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 15 per accommodation, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 12 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel?

Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel?

As of May 10, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel on Jun 1, 2024 start from $127.45, excluding 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.

What's there to do within easy reach of Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel?

This hotel in Joensuu is within a 10-minute walk of Ilosaaren uimaranta, Taitokortteli, and Town Hall. You'll also find Joensuu Art Museum and Joensuu Taidemuseo less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel?

Yes, covered parking is offered for EUR 12 per day. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel?

There is a full-service spa at this available for guests to enjoy at this hotel.

Does Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel include a casino at the property?

No, Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel?

This riverfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including 2 bars, a restaurant, and a full-service spa.

Are there hot tubs at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel serves brunch for a surcharge at Bistro Heili.

Will Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel for a fee of EUR 15 per accommodation, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel?

The closest major airport to Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel is Joensuu (JOE), which is 8.3 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel.

Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 368 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 368 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 368 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 368 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 368 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Ismaila

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Olli

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Basic room, good service.
Clean rooma, fast check in and out. Good breakfast. Basic room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Vinoth

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Need renovation
Need renovation if they want to keep up the 4 star.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Dr I C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room rater hot and stuffy in the warm weather, however the window opened which solved the problem! Good Wi-Fi and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Above the average
Since we went on a business trip, they came to the hotel only to spend the night. The room was large enough, we did not feel cramped. Loved the breakfasts, plentiful and hearty. The area where the hotel is located is quiet and calm.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Jukka

Disliked: Cleanliness
Service in restaurant poor!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018