Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere

Central location for exploring the city, or taking the bus/tram to other areas. It's not too far from the railway station either. The breakfast was excellent. The rooms were very clean and had a note that they had cleaned under the bed, too. The view from our room to the bay was nice. Surprisingly busy for Christmas Eve and surrounding days, but quite quiet still.

The beds were quite firm. Both I and my wife had a hard time sleeping as the bed was a bit uncomfortable, but this seems to be the modern hotel experience all over.

Check in was a pleasure, breakfast was great if a little chaotic one morning where there were many items finished however these were replenished after a while and the quality and range was super

Car parking was really expensive, also breakfast very busy however I appreciate that this is a large hotel and I understand that the hotel tries to manage this as best with a time slot system between busy hours. Really I can’t fault that much.

I absolutely loved the view, one could see a lot of parts of the city and also some nature! The room was also very pretty and comfy. I had a really good night sleep. The small dotted lights above the bed were an awesome detail. The bathroom had a small sewing kit and a vanity kit which I found very cute. I used the pool, jacuzzi and sauna and everything was great and clean. It was a really good way to relax after my flight. The breakfest had a lot of options and was tasty, my favorite was the oatmeal, very delicious! Finally, the staff were very nice and answered all my questions always with a big smile. I really enjoyed my stay, keep up the good work.

Good location to eateries and shopping malls. Walking distance to market hall. Nice modern room with thoughtful design of the room layout including switches. All appliances work, even the Chromecast on the TV.

Breakfast is boring for an Asian with a wide palate. But for a typical Western breakfast, the spread is good. The consolation are the croissants which I think are really good - flaky layers and soft inside. Would be nice if they serve salmon soup.

Everything is good ans perfect, they allowed us also to accept visitor the kids are very happy and amazed with the inside pool, the view is good also specially in the night 🥰 the staff are very nice and very helpful always. All in one we are very satisfied.

I like everything, one thing only i thought they have free sleepers & bathrob, but everythings is fine. maybe nexttime if you book u need to brings sleepers inside.

Most things are good! Staffs are sweet and helpful. Love the leather sofa chair!

Sauna and swimming pool can be open longer time. Car parking spots are smaller than normal, and we had to circle many rounds for like half an hour in order to get a spot - eventually we have found and squeezed into last one), but it’s a bit hassle trying to park there, considerate the parking fee is not cheap (29 euro/ day)

The location is great and so near to everything. Our visit to Tampere was so quick and it was raining most of the time, but it doesn’t bother us because the hotel is so convenient and has an easy access to Koskikeskus and restaurants. Our room had also a great view of Tammerkoski and the bridge. I will definitely recommend it to others.

Nothing really.

Location, self-check out and check in was smooth and easy. Good breakfast with local flavors, vegan options also available yet not exceptional.

I booked this hotel due to pool and sauna, and even if I did try to look for the opening times, I didn’t find out they were restricted to evenings during week days. Might be just me, but I o LY found out in the room info tv :/

Nice Sauna and Pool area. Gym well equipped. Great location. Our room on the 11th floor had a great view

Sauna and pool hours could have been longer.

The location is great and the room was clean. The staff was very friendly, even when I checked in late at night.

It is a bit overpriced for what it is. This used to be sort of a high-end hotel in the 80s and 90s but nowadays it is on an average Finnish quality level. One can find similar quality places for cheaper in Tampere.