Budget Hotel Karhu provides a peaceful, smoke-free retreat with thoughtful amenities that matter to travelers. Guests appreciate the convenience of on-site laundry facilities and secure luggage storage, while free self-parking and WiFi make stays both comfortable and practical.
Sodankyla is home to Hotel Karhu. Museum-Gallery Alariesto and Museum of Local History and Culture are cultural highlights, while Sodankyla Old Church is a local landmark. Visit our Sodankyla travel guide
7 Lapintie, Sodankyla, 99600
What's nearby
Museum-Gallery Alariesto
4 min walk - 0.4 km
Sodankyla Old Church
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Alariesto Galleria
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Vanha Kirkko
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Museum of Local History and Culture
3 min drive - 2.5 km
Restaurants
North Pizza Kebab
5 min walk
Pizzeria Annabella
5 min walk
Kahvila-Konditoria Pipari
4 min walk
Tori-kioski (Grilli - Kioski)
4 min walk
Pizza-Paikka ala riesto
7 min walk
About this property
Hotel Karhu
Property highlights
Hotel Karhu provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
Free self parking
Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and an elevator
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Karhu feature comforts such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (6:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Property is also known as
Hotel Karhuksi
Hotel Karhu Hotel
Budget Hotel Karhu
Hotel Karhu Sodankyla
Hotel Karhu Hotel Sodankyla
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Karhu pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Karhu?
As of Mar 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Karhu on Mar 12, 2026 start from ₩178,018, excluding 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?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Karhu?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Hotel Karhu?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is Hotel Karhu located?
Situated in Sodankyla, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Museum-Gallery Alariesto, Sodankyla Old Church, and Alariesto Galleria. Vanha Kirkko and Museum of Local History and Culture are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel Karhu Reviews
7.4
Good
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The room was dirty very old fashioned sauna only you can use for 7pm to 9 pm breakfast was not good at all reception staff was nice I stayed three nights in this hotel and they haven’t t done any Room service I would not recommend this hotel
Rahul
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Janna
Oct 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Kaikki ok
Perustason huone, ei mitään hienouksia mutta siistiä. Sänky oli omaan makuun turhan pehmeä, mutta sehän on makuasia. Aamiainen kuten odotinkin. Keskeinen sijainti kylällä hyvä. Luvattu kolmen tähden kokemus.
Janna
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Tuula
Aug 10, 2025
Monenlainen aamiainen ja mukava sänky
Tuula
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Georg
Jul 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Das Hotel und auch die Zimmereinrichtung sind in die Jahre gekommen. Es war sauber, aber eine Renovierung wäre angebracht.
Das Essen zu Abend im Restaurant war sehr gut.
Auch das Frühstücksbüfett ließ keine Wünsche offen.
Georg
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
4/10 Poor
Verified traveler
Jul 20, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Altfor varmt, var ingen luft, å ingen særlig lufte mulighet heller.
Huone oli epäsiisti ja kaipaa remonttia. Respan aula todella epäsiisti.
Ystävällinen palvelu.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Jan 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Kelpo yö
Vanhanaikainen kohde. Kulumaa kaikkialla pinnoissa. Perus mulavuudet kuitenkin löytyivät. Tyynyn voisi pikkuhiljaa vaihtaa oli muhkurainen. Sesonkiajasta huolimatta melko kallis yöhinta. Ohiajoa varten kuitenkin ihan ok.
Hotellet er ubetjent og stengt! vi brukte mye tid og telefoner på å finne ut hvordan vi kunne sjekke inn - i nabohotellet. Det var ikke greit.
Frokost var i nabohotellet fra kl 07 til 09. Vi trodde det var til kl 10…. så det rakk vi ikke!
Saimme huoneen, mutta siinä oli wc pönttö irti, käveltiin hotell sodankylään 150m päässä siellä on respa, hyvin ystävällinen työntekijä antoi meille toinen huone, aamiainen samassa paikassa oli tosi hyvä👍😃