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Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with full-service spa and bars/lounges

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Sauna, hot tub, steam room
Meeting facility
Reception
Terrace/patio
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept

Room options

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room (Extra bed possible)

Standard Twin Room (Extra bed possible)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin Room

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

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Two extra beds possible)

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Joensuu, Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel is in the city centre and on a river. Carelicum and Joensuu Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Town Hall and Orthodox Church of St Nicholas. Don't miss out on a visit to Botania. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Map
Itäranta 1, Joensuu, 80100

What's nearby

  • Town Hall - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Taitokortteli - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Joensuu Art Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of Joensuu - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Ruusupuisto - 6 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Joensuu Station - 2 min walk
  • Joensuu (JOE) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hesburger Joensuu Sokos - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fafa's Joensuu - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kotipizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kreeta - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Konttiravintola Morton - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel

Upscale eco-certified hotel near Town Hall
Located close to Taitokortteli and Carelicum, Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel provides a nightclub, a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. Take some time to relax at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Bistro Heili, offers brunch, lunch, dinner and children's meals. In addition to 2 bars and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station and express check-out
  • Smoke-free property, a lift and karaoke
  • 13 meeting rooms, a 24-hour front desk and a TV in reception
Room features
All 237 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, free infant beds and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and 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 transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Covered parking on site (EUR 13 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 cot
  • 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

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • 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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • 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 cot

Bathroom

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

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 at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 2 September to 6 September:
  • Sauna
  • Spa

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self-parking fee: EUR 13 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Sokos Hotel Kimmel Joensuu
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Frequently asked questions

Is Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 15 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 12 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel on 4 Sept 2025 start from AU$233.63, 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.

How much is parking at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel?

Self-parking is available for EUR 13 per day.

What time is check-in at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel?

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

What time is check-out at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel located?

Located in the heart of Joensuu, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Town Hall and Taitokortteli. Joensuu Art Museum and Joensuu Taidemuseo are also within 15 minutes. Joensuu Station is only a 2-minute walk.

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Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 466 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 466 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 466 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 466 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 466 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was on a high professional level.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jari

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

Beautiful riverside location almost in the center

Excellent riverside location between the railway station and the city center. Very short walking distance to the city center but rental bikes are available, too. Cozy rooms with self-adjustable air-conditioning and ventilation windows. The refrigerator of our room was quite loud. Good breakfast with local specialties like Karelian rice pastries and banana-chocolate cake by a local bakery. The restaurant with a large summer terrace is good. The pampering spa department is with an extra charge.
Riverside park Sirkkalan Puisto as seen from our room
The lobby bar
Banana-chocolate cake and other delicacies at the breakfast
The restaurant of the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erkki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
hyvä aamupala ja sijainti
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Harri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Muuten hyvä mutta vanhat tyynyt pitäisi vaihtaa..
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikko

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mauri

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

8/10 Good

Anu

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

10/10 Excellent

Timo

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

10/10 Excellent

Kirsimari

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Työmatkalla

Mukava paikka
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

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

8/10 Good

Jani

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

8/10 Good

Mika-Petteri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Henkilökunta oli ystävällistä ja ruoka hyvää.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalevi

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

8/10 Good

Kirsi

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

8/10 Good

Risto

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Affärsresa en natt

Hotellet är trevligt, men inte i relation till priset..Parkering i phus tvärs över gatan. Ingen möjlighet att ta sig direkt in i hotellet. Frukost bra, restaurangen trevlig, frukostmatsalen stor och opersonlig.. Rummet ok. Lite slitet liksom badrummet, hopplös dusch där vatten kommer över hela golvet! Trevlig o hjälpsam personal. Sen utcheckning kostar extra..
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Ceyhun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ich bin immer sehr zufrieden! Sehr sauber, freundlich und heimlich. Der Saunabereich ist sehr schön!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roope

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

10/10 Excellent

Niclas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Erittäin laadukas hotelli.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mervi

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juha

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