Scandic Kuopio

3.5 star property
Lakefront hotel with a fitness center and a sauna

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Scandinavian cuisine
Lobby
Reception
Indoor pool
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Satamakatu 1, Kuopio, 70100
  • Place, Kuopio City Theater
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Kuopio Ice Hall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Eastern Finland
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kuopio (KUO)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Room, Lake View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Bathtub

  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite

  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Kuopio

Scandic Kuopio places you within a 5-minute walk of St. Nikolaos Cathedral and Väinölänniemen uimaranta. This 137-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Kuopion Korttelimuseo - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kuopio Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Museum of Kuopio - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kuopio Market - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kuopio City Theater - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Kuopio Station - 18 min walk
  • Kuopio (KUO) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ehta - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ravintola Wanha Satama - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪RPS Brewhouse - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Musta Lammas - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Sorrento Wanha Mylly - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Scandic Kuopio

Lakefront hotel with a fitness center and a sauna
At Scandic Kuopio, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and a sauna. Self parking is offered for EUR 10 per night. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LED TVs. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and bidets. Minibars, safes, and desks are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

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

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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
  • Uncovered self parking on site (EUR 10 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 21 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Mesimarja

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • 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

  • 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 21 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 10 per night
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
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 and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Kuopio Scandic
Scandic Hotel Kuopio
Scandic Kuopio
Scandic Kuopio Hotel
Scandic Kuopio Hotel
Scandic Kuopio Kuopio
Scandic Kuopio Hotel Kuopio

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Scandic Kuopio?

Scandic Kuopio provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Scandic Kuopio?

This hotel in Kuopio is within a 10-minute walk of Kuopion Korttelimuseo, Museum of Kuopio, and Väinölänniemen uimaranta. You'll also find Kuopio Music Centre and Kuopio Market less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Scandic Kuopio?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for EUR 10 per night. Though parking is limited, accessible parking and electric car charging are also available.

Does Scandic Kuopio have a casino on the premises?

No, Scandic Kuopio doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Scandic Kuopio?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Scandic Kuopio?

This lakeside hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Scandic Kuopio?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Scandic Kuopio have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Scandic Kuopio serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Mesimarja.

Does Scandic Kuopio allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Scandic Kuopio for a fee of EUR 20 per accommodation, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Scandic Kuopio have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Scandic Kuopio?

The closest major airport to Scandic Kuopio is Kuopio (KUO), which is 11.3 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Scandic Kuopio?

No, at Scandic Kuopio, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Scandic Kuopio Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 323 out of 862 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 439 out of 862 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 862 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 862 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 862 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great dining! Rooms are dated. Cheerful and helpful staff!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice, quiet and clean hotel with a SPA.

Nice, clean spa hotel. Quiet and close to the center of Kuopio.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ismo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel by the lake

Nice hotel by the beautiful lake Kallavesi, good service and food, clean modern rooms and wonderful scenery by the lake. Good possibilities for jogging
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tarek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and friendly place to rest

One of the many trips to this hotel. Staff is friendly and dillingent. Rooms are clean and quiet. Spa and gym are OK. I wish that there will be more vegan options for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place on the lake. Friendly staff
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views of the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic winter location on the frozen lake - walk out the back door to skate or ski
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Kati

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

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

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

8/10 Good

Sara

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would stay again.

Nice location close to parks and city center. Basic breakfast you can expect from Scandic. Good gym and they also have a pool. Free parking!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Khalid

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
That give me handicap room :(
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Jamie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tytti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Heikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel building itself is probably from 80'es but rooms and restaurant are recently renovated and in excellent condition. Hotel is directly at lakeside and short walking distance from harbour and about an 1km fro marketplace.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

short city holiday

Good city get-away trip
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Paavo, Sundom

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent location gives a smiley face. The hotel was also peaceful and very clean. The breakfast buffet was modest.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jani

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019