After reading some of the reviews, our expectations were not high, but we found the hotel to be very much better than we had expected. It is located a little away from the centre in a quiet and largely residential neighbourhood. The hotel appears to have been built in the 1970s, when Finland was approaching the peak of its prosperity, and if you can look past the now somewhat worn furnishings in the restaurant and public areas, you will get a good idea of what a smart modern hotel looked like then. It seems to accommodate some relatively long-term guests and had a pleasant, unfussy atmosphere. Our room had evidently been refurbished and was clean and comfortable. By Finnish standards this hotel offers very good value for money and we'd be happy to stay there again.

The lift (1975 vintage I think) really does need refurbishing as it was the only really scruffy thing we noticed in the hotel.

Good hotel, with its age becoming noticeable. Located 20-25 minutes from the city centre on foot, and conveniently served by buses that stop very close by. Breakfast includes eggs, sausages, bacon, cheese, some vegetables, coffee and juices, karelian pies (recommended), fruit, some sweets, etc. The reception is closed in the evening and until the morning. It has a strange charm (it looks like a Kaurismaki film set). The temperature in the room may be a bit low for those coming from warm climates, and during autumn, but this is common in Finland.

Breakfast was not that versatile at first glance, but finally I had on my plate everything I usually have. Coffee was excellent. The room had an extra electric heater and an additional door and therefore the stay was warm with no disturbing noise. It is better to be in the hotel before 22.00, since after that time you have to pay extra 80 euros for security if your keycard is not working. The card is of old style and if it is kept near your cellular phone, all the information of the card may be lost. This was warned very clearly. The walls of the room were covered with birch and furniture was also made of birch, giving a nice atmosphere. Two supermarkets, a pizzeria and parking space were within 100 meters.

Obviously they could renew the keycards.

Location is ok for the travelers with the car. Few minutes drive to the center of Kuopio. Hotel quite dated, but clean and maintained. There was a kettle with the tea in the common area in the corridor, so a plus for the ones needing a hot drink late in the evening. The breakfast was ok, not outstanding but definitely worth money for the value. Parking lot next to the hotel also ok.

The wifi (the one secured with the password) was very weak in our room. However the free wifi on the ground floor in common (breakfast) area was very fast. The the heating batteries (radiators) were very noisy. The circulation of heating water could have been heard all the night.

Very good overall, with very helpful staff. The location is a short bus ride from the train station and bus station. Without luggage, it's a walkable distance to the city centre and some major attractions, especially the Orthodox Church Museum of Finland, and also other attractions. Or you can walk (or cycle) in the opposite direction along numerous pleasant, forested roads and pathways.

The hotel was quiet and the bed was comfortable. Breakfast was fine, too.

Since there isn’t a reception desk, it’s a bit of a hassle to check in. You have to make arrangement at what time you’re arriving. But once you get the key card, there is no problem with coming and going.

Very nice and quiet big room with separate bedroom and living room area, and big bathroom with jacuzzi, like a suite. Comfortable bed

The elevator was a bit scary, not slowing for breaking and not stopping correctly for the floors. I would like a fridge in the room.

No restaurant nearby but coffee bar in the hotel serves food till 1:00 AM. Very good breakfast selection. Nice and clean room.

We have to pay for parking after 8:00 AM. Not expensive but not free.

Big room with a separate ’living room’. Perfectly clean and modern. Good price. The 20-minute walk to the centre did not harm thanks to excellent walking paths.

The room was spacious, clean and quiet and of standard hotel quality, better than what you would expect from outside of the building or even from the hallway. There was a friendly staff member who sent the check-in instructions per sms after me calling about coming after 8 pm. Breakfast was ok and there was a hand washing station in the breakfast room. Good value for money.

The scrambled eggs were quite watery, if I should tell something to make better.