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Reviews of Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel Joensuu This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Itäranta 1, 80110 Joensuu, Finland

#8 of 33 hotels in Joensuu

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 61 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Free Wifi

    7.9

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  • Reviewed: May 27, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Missing door in the shower

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    the bed was too soft

    Breakfast was nice. I also like that you have a gym.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: December 18, 2023

    8.0
    Would definitely stay here again! Loved the convenient location to train station and to downtown.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Excellent!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 28, 2023

    9.0
    First time visitor, would return
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There was restaurant room service available but it wasn't clearly told in any of the room pamphlets. Had to go and ask straight from the restaurant. (The delivery was quick and nice, though.)

    I liked the overall atmosphere of the hotel. Very cozy yet busy with business travelers. The parking building is just across the street so there's a convenient access to your car. I found the room to be comfortable - pretty much standard quality in Finland. I slept well, so extra plus points for that. Breakfast had a variety on offer.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: August 24, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Good location. Good service

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 26, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The Sauna time is separated into women and men. But a man came into the Sauna room with his card key in the women's time! Not feeling good. Should the entry time be audited by the hotel ??

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 9, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The wash around the shower cabinet

    Easy check in, Nice and stylish place

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 9, 2023

    8.0
    Good place. Lovely view, and close to city centre.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    I couldn't use the spa facilities and mainly chose Sokos Kimmel Joensuu because it was going through maintenance, and I wish they had informed me that was unavailable prior to my visit. It was quite disappointing in that regard. I wish they had a couple of things accessible for Muslim visitors.

    I recently had the pleasure of trying out their restaurants, and I have to say, it was fantastic! The ambiance was cozy and inviting, and the service was top-notch. The menu had a great variety of options and everything I ordered was delicious. I highly recommend checking it out if you're in the area. Overall, a wonderful dining experience that I can't wait to repeat. However, it is quite pricy, to be honest. Additionally, I like the safety of the area, but it is quite the quiet area.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: May 13, 2023

    10
    Wonderful place where to spend some very good time in Joensuu
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    A little slow procedure for checking-in.

    Very nice location next to the city centre and in front of the park of the river. The room was really confortable, so very excellent the breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room prices are high

    Great Hotel in Joensuu, nice made rooms, great breakfast and friendly staff. Everything in walking distance, super close to train and bus.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2023

    10
    I am definitely coming back!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing to mention

    Location was excellent! I was lucky to experience a snowy day which made the location even more beautiful! :) The room was very clean and quiet.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 19, 2023

    9.0
    All in all was great!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Haven't had time to use the Spa and the Gym :( I could not find any brushing or waxing machine or tool for shining my shoes which was getting muddy and dirty during winter. And self-check in was not recognising my booking.

    The area, Quietness, easy access and having wings on two sides of the hotel. and off course the ginger shots in the morning. There was also modernism in the architecture of the hotel which makes it kinda lux.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: November 14, 2022

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Too soft bed, inside led lights (probably for emergency call)

    About breakfast more imagination, for example different warm food like vegetable...

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: October 27, 2022

    10
    My stay was excellent. I loved especially how spacious the room was
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the property is beautiful and clean

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: September 22, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing, we loved it

    Beautiful tastefully decorated hotel next to the rail station, wonderful food, great showers, very comfortable beds

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: September 11, 2022

    8.0
    good breakfast and small room
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    small room loud music from bar empty fritz, no drinks, nothing… dogs barking on some of the room no free parking for car

    breakfast and spa. sauna, steam room good warm pool good

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2022

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The spa should have been included in the price.

    Great breakfast.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2022

    9.0
    A comfortable, modern hotel. Excellent breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Everything was good.

    The hotel is conviniently located between the railway station and the city centre. I had an issue with something in my room, and was prepared to give a lenghty explanation, but the receptionist found an immediate solution in an effective and helpful manner. This friendly "customer first" attitude makes me want to come back. The absolute highlight of the stay was the generous breakfast spread with a good, varied selection to choose from.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 2, 2022

    9.0
    Good hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    No free parking. The sauna was in renovation.

    Great breakfast, big comfortable bed, huge pillows. All in all, a good place to stay.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 26, 2022

    9.0
    really nice weekend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    all the stuff in the hotel, the staff.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 23, 2022

    9.0
    Works well!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bar closed at 11pm

    Nice staff, quiet

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2022

    9.0
    Comfortable stay, super nice and professional staff
    • Group
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Parking is available across the road, but despite huge space and the effort of driving there and (albeit short) walk back, it costs you 16 eur per day in this remote city.

    Modern, comfortable, extremely nice staff. Lovely local products available eg at breakfast buffet. Very good food at restaurant, real pros at the bar.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: September 1, 2021

    9.0
    Perfect boutique hotel close to train station
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The train station was under construction, so it was a bit confusing and I couldnt find the right place at first. It could be the phone signal was not that accurate.

    The breakfast was lovely, croissants, heart shaped bread and hot chocolate. The hotel is beautifully decorated, enjoyed it a lot.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: March 30, 2024

    4.0
    Nice but noisy
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Even we were on 4th floor, couldn’t sleep from the noise, people shouting and arguing loudly until 3 am

    Clean, quite new facilities

    Stayed in March 2024

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