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Hotel Karhu

2.0 star property
Hotel in Sodankyla with free parking

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Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Flat-screen TV
Breakfast buffet
Billiards

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

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, Vanha Kirkko
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Sodankyla

Located within a 5-minute walk of Museum-Gallery Alariesto, Hotel Karhu is within a 15-minute stroll of Sodankyla Old Church. This 42-room hotel has in-room conveniences like electric kettles, flat-screen TVs, and free tea bags/instant coffee.

What's nearby

  • Museum-Gallery Alariesto - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sodankyla Old Church - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Vanha Kirkko - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Alariesto Galleria - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Museum of Local History and Culture - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Restaurants

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

About this property

Hotel Karhu

Hotel in Sodankyla with free parking
Guests staying at Hotel Karhu enjoy free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Free parking is included with your stay. Helpful staff is there to provide luggage storage, as well as offer insight about the area.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Electric kettles, hair dryers, and desks are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.

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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 transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • 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
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (47 inches 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: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Karhuksi
Hotel Karhu Hotel
Budget Hotel Karhu
Hotel Karhu Sodankyla
Hotel Karhu Hotel Sodankyla

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Karhu?

Hotel Karhu offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near Hotel Karhu?

Located steps from Museum-Gallery Alariesto, this hotel is in Sodankyla, and within a 10-minute walk of Sodankyla Old Church and Alariesto Galleria. Museum of Local History and Culture is also within a driving distance of 1.2 mi.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Karhu?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Hotel Karhu feature a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Karhu doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Karhu?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Hotel Karhu have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Karhu feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Hotel Karhu doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hotel Karhu allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at Hotel Karhu.

Does Hotel Karhu have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

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

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

Reviews

Hotel Karhu Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 38 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Virpi

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

8/10 Good

Tuula

Traveled with family
Monenlainen aamiainen ja mukava sänky
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Timo

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

8/10 Good

Elina

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

8/10 Good

kimmo

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kai

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

8/10 Good

Hanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Geir-Tore

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

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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Emmi

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Tage

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arto

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matti

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

kimmo

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Auli

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

asta

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

10/10 Excellent

Jenni

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

8/10 Good

Taina

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fatai

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Leonardo

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024