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Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel

4.0 star property
4-star spa hotel near Town Hall

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Sauna, hot tub, steam room
Terrace/patio
Sauna, hot tub, steam room
Sauna, hot tub, steam room
2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Itäranta 1, Joensuu, 80100
  • Place, Taitokortteli
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Joensuu Taidemuseo
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Joensuu
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Joensuu (JOE)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Twin Room (Extra bed possible)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 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)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Joensuu

City center retreat .Your stay at this Joensuu hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Town Hall and Taitokortteli. Also, Joensuu Art Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Joensuu Taidemuseo is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Ilosaaren uimaranta - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Taitokortteli - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Carelicum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Joensuu Taidemuseo - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Joensuu - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Fafa's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ravintola Torero - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kreeta - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ravintola Amarillo - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jet Set Bar - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel

4-star spa hotel near Town Hall
Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel offers its guests a full-service spa, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 13 meeting rooms available. A nightclub, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Joensuu hotel is smoke free.

  • 237 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1977
  • Nightclub
  • Karaoke
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel offers 237 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

This Joensuu hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli

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 13 per day)

Food and drink

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per accommodation, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel to the airport?

Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel is 8.3 mi (12-min drive) away from the Joensuu (JOE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel on May 23, 2026 start from $156, 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.

Does Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel.

How close is Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Ilosaaren uimaranta and 1.3 mi (4-min drive) from Karsikko Swimming Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel offer free breakfast?

Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

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

Is there free parking at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 13 per day.

Does Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel have a pool?

Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel does not have a pool.

Does Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel have a restaurant?

Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel is home to Bistro Heili, which features brunch.

Does Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel have a spa?

Yes, this hotel has a spa.

How close is Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel to downtown Joensuu?

Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel is 0.5 mi away from Joensuu.

Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 514 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 514 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 514 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 514 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 514 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Qiuyuan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Angelo

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Youri, Petrozavodsk, Karelia, Russia

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

Nice hotel

Nice place, nice hotel, excellent cuisine. I love it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Jyrki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice and handy location

Location handy and nice, close the center. Friendly breakfast servings. Excellent organic oatmeal. Could there be a morning sauna, too?

8/10 Good

Matti

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

Good for business and pleasure

Nice and easy stay. Modern rooms.

8/10 Good

Matti

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

Nice and modern hotel close to services and nature

Good local breakfast and nice service. Rooms are modern and clean. Wifi works perfectly. If you don't like bathtubs request a room with normal shower.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Good central location & friendly staff

Good central location on Las Ramblas if one does not mind the underground & car noise. The drainage smell was not pleasant. The staff was friendly. The bedding was very clean but did smell musky which stopped me from sleeping. Stained rugs is not pleasant also.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Sokos Hotel Kimmel review

The Hotel was cold on a chilly Saturday afternoon and night. It was ok on Sunday. The decor is a real time warp from the early 1970's, surprising really since the hotel was built much later than this. The breakfast offering was wide and varied, as much as you can eat; some people really did their best to get an Olympic medal for bingeing. The room did have odours of stale tobacco; not good for non smokers. Overall it was an ok price for an ok place.

8/10 Good

Doni, Prijedor, BA

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

Good accomodation

Accomodation is really good. Restaurant is great but the prices are also higher that in some hotels in the city.

8/10 Good

Margaret, Croatia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Be sure to stay in renovated rooms!

This is a very nice hotel located on the river in Joensuu. However, when you book economy rooms you may be located in the unrenovated rooms. They are ok, but the windows do not open and they are run down. The renovated rooms are very nice. I stay in this hotel for the wonderful sauna and small indoor pool as well as the quiet location on the river.

10/10 Excellent

Teemu

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kirsimari

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bra rum
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mervi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Huone oli siisti. Luulin varanneen huoneen ammeella, mutta sellaista ei meillä ollut. Henkilökunta oli mukavaa ja kaikki sujui hyvin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matti

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026