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Hotel Oscar

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Relax by the stone fireplace in this inviting bar area, featuring a large wooden table and comfortable leather chairs.
Relax in comfort with a large flat-screen TV, desk, and comfortable chair.
Welcome to our spacious lobby with a central reception desk, seating area, and large window.
Kitchen features a stove, coffee maker, and stainless steel sink.
Hotel complex with multiple buildings, offering parking and set amidst lush surroundings.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Kauppatori 4, Varkaus, 78250
  • Art Centre Vainola
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Mekaanisen Musiikin Muse
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Taipale Canal Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬

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Room options

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Standard Queen Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Family Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Family Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Eco Single | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Eco Single

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Family Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Eco Twin | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Eco Twin

7.6 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin with sauna | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Twin with sauna

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Single Room

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Budget Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Budget Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Budget Single Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Budget Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Varkaus

Located within a 5-minute walk of Art Centre Vainola, Hotel Oscar is within a mile (2 km) of Kämärin uimaranta. This 3.5-star hotel has 166 guestrooms and offers free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Art Centre Vainola - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kämärin uimaranta - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mekaanisen Musiikin Muse - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Taipale Canal Museum - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Water Tower Sightseeing Platform - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Varkaus Station - 14 min walk
  • Kuopio (KUO) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ravintola Next Step - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Vesitorni - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gaffer-Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Terassikahvila Torni - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ravintola Kaks Ruusua - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Oscar

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center
At Hotel Oscar, guests have access to a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center.
Guests can expect to find TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Safes, phones, and desks are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna and a fitness center.

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

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

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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
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Oscar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Scandic Oscar
Scandic Oscar Hotel
Scandic Oscar Hotel Varkaus
Scandic Oscar Varkaus
Hotel Oscar Varkaus
Oscar Varkaus
Hotel Oscar Hotel
Hotel Oscar Varkaus
Hotel Oscar Hotel Varkaus

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Oscar?

Hotel Oscar offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Oscar?

As of Jul 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Oscar on Jul 18, 2025 start from $123.66, 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 can I see close to Hotel Oscar?

This hotel is located in Varkaus, just steps from Art Centre Vainola. You'll also find Mekaanisen Musiikin Muse and Kämärin uimaranta less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Oscar?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does Hotel Oscar include a casino?

No, Hotel Oscar doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Oscar?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Oscar good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include minibars and bathrobes.

Does Hotel Oscar have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Hotel Oscar have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Oscar serves free buffet breakfast at Oscar each morning.

Does Hotel Oscar allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hotel Oscar for a fee of EUR 20 per accommodation, per night.

Does Hotel Oscar have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Oscar?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Oscar.

Hotel Oscar Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 181 out of 561 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 561 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 561 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 561 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 561 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sami

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

John Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
NB At the moment, there are road works in front of the hotel, so access is by foot only. Complimentary parking at the rear of the hotel was available. The lady in Reception who checked us in was very friendly and efficient. Our room had recently been renovated, as had the sauna, the bed was very comfortable, though the room’s furniture, mottled grey leather sofas, were unexpected and quite un-Scandic. At the time of our stay there was no heating (nor aircon) in our room. As it was a colder summer day, we thankfully had the sauna to compensate for the lack of heating. Breakfast was good with plenty of choices, but the level of service was unprofessional. As an example, we asked for a basic Finnish breakfast speciality, & the answer was “Ei O” Perhaps a customer service refresher course for the restaurant & kitchen staff would be beneficial.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Teppo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Next time we choose Oscar again

We were a bit surprised to find this nice hotel in Varkaus. The room was a bit old but everything was working well. We enjoyed the plenty breakfast. Next time we choose Oscar again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Keep coming back...

"Old fashion hotel" (in a good way), nice rooms and friendly staff. Been here before, will come again when staying in Varkaus.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I love this place. Friendly, convenient, claen, excellent amenities and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Location determind the selection of this hotel :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

No name

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

a good business hotel

I know this hotel, it is very suitable business hotel, a room was quite large, a breakfast good, service friendly

8/10 Good

No name

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

a comfortable hotel

a good location, a nice room, a kind staff, a good breakfast

10/10 Excellent

No name

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable

A nice hotel, an excellent situation Personnel: very kind

6/10 Okay

Klaus B.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

8/10 Good

Mervi, Espoo, Finland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Scandic Oscar in Varkaus

We stayed here for one night on our way from Kuopio to Savonlinna in July 2010. Basically I'm quite happy with the hotel, it was otherwise like we waited for a 3 star hotel except there was +29 degrees in the room (as it was a very hot weather outside!). In the hotel description there was an air condition mentioned but that was useless. I asked about that from the reception guy but he commented that unfortunately it is already working at full power. Instead in the reception it was quite cool and nice but I understood that part of hotel was renovated. The room was quiet and breakfast was good. The hotel is in the center of the city but some bars were close to it, that's why I feel that the environment was not that nice. Hotel's parking place was already full as we arrived quite late, we needed to leave our car to the street near a night club but luckily no damages to the car.

6/10 Okay

Satu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Pieta

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sinikka

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

6/10 Okay

Niko

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Riitta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jarmo

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

4/10 Poor

Johanna

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025