Hotel Kakola, Turku
About the Hotel
Rooms at Hotel Kakola
Hotel Kakola offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private bathrooms. Guests can select from rooms in former prison cells, family rooms, or suites. Suites feature furnished balconies, Scandinavian Ekornes chairs, and Svane King beds with double-layered mattresses. Some rooms include tea and coffee makers, wardrobes, and flat-screen TVs. Accessible Standard rooms offer motorized beds, wide doorways, and bathroom support handles. Pet rooms are located in a quiet wing with a separate entrance. The Boat Suite in the prison yard sleeps six, featuring a twin bed cabin, two bunk bed cabins, seating areas, a TV, and a bathroom with a shower. Attic suites on the fifth floor provide Turku views and include a lounge area with a bar and conference table.
Dining at Hotel Kakola
Restaurant Ruben focuses on Finnish food sourced from local producers. The dining experience includes a historical setting in a former prison canteen. Restaurant Ruben is open to both hotel guests and others. Hilarius Wine Room serves dishes from Ruben's seasonal menu, quality wines, and cocktails. The Riviera Summer Terrace offers outdoor seating, music, and drinks, including Riviera pizzas from a wood-fired oven. Guests can also choose from Riviera's menu. A breakfast consisting of domestic ingredients is included in the room price for hotel guests. Lunch includes a salad table, home-cooked food, soup, coffee, and dessert.
Leisure and Entertainment
Hotel Kakola provides group tours of Kakola Hill, including the former prison buildings and escape routes. The tour includes an indoor photo exhibit from the prison era and stories of Kakola's inmates. Hotel Kakola is just 300 meters from Kakola Spa, which has multiple wellness services. Summer events such as live music and quizzes are held at Hilarius Wine Room.
Location and Transportation
Hotel Kakola is 1.5 km from Turku Central and 10 km from Turku Airport. To reach the hotel by car, drive from Sofiankatu to Kakolankatu. Parking is available in the parking garage on the west side of the hotel at Kakolankatu 19. Bus line number 1 stops at the Kakola Funicular, which is a 300-meter walk to the hotel. From the harbor, walk approximately 2 km along Linnankatu.
Hotel Kakola Services
Hotel Kakola provides a 24-hour front desk, room service, and free WiFi. A dedicated conference host is available. Meeting facilities include the Sven Mustelin room, Kakola Hall, and Kakola Huippu. Kakola Hall features a gallery, cloakroom, and serving spaces. The hotel offers customized tours, and tickets are available at Hotel Kakola. Additional services include online banking, recycling in rooms, and environmental training for staff. The hotel has Green Key membership and Sustainable Travel Finland certification.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
- Board games
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Spa centre
- Spa lounge
- Back massage
- Full body massage
- Public Bath
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
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