Imatra is a town with a river’s force at its center. At Imatrankoski, the Vuoksi cuts through a rocky gorge, and when the dam gates open, water surges through the old rapids.
Landmark4.6/5
Imatra Rapids
Imatra's rapids run through a rocky gorge below a hydroelectric dam. The dam holds the water back, then releases it in a surge that fills the channel while people watch from the bridge.
Landmark4.7/5
Crown's Park
Rock walls funnel the Vuoksi through this forested park in Imatra, where the Imatrankoski rapids cut a deep gorge. When water runs, it surges through the narrow channel.
Landmark4/5
Vuoksi Fishing Park
Landmark4.9/5
Saunalautta-Imatra Oy
Imatra's floating sauna takes you onto the Vuoksi, where you can sauna and swim out on the river.
Culture4.1/5
Church of the Three Crosses
Imatra’s Aalto-designed Church of the Three Crosses stands at the edge of the forest, its spare exterior set among the trees. Inside, movable partitions divide the sanctuary into three sections.
Landmark4.4/5
Cultural Centre Virta
Culture3.4/5
Imatra City Museum
Landmark4/5
Mellonlahti Nature Trail
Landmark4.2/5
Imatra Hydropower Plant
Landmark3.6/5
Imatra City Hall
Transport3.7/5
Imatra
Landmark4.5/5
Bio Vuoksi-säätiö
Landmark4.2/5
Ukonniemi-areena
Landmark5/5
Imatran omenapuupuisto
Landmark4.1/5
Inkerinaukio
Landmark3.9/5
Saimaa Geopark Visitor Centre
Eat4.8/5
La Sal Restaurante
Cafe4.7/5
Vuoksen kala & Busines Oy
Cafe$$$4.5/5
Cafe Nisse
Eat$$$4.5/5
Konditoria Imatrankoski
Stay$$$$4.15/5
Imatran Kylpylä Spa Resort
Offering free access to spa and fitness facilities, this hotel is by Lake Saimaa in Imatra. WiFi access is also free. Imatran Kylpylä Spa Resort’s spacious rooms feature wooden floors, flat-screen TV and modern bathrooms with showers. At Finlandia Imatran Kylpylä, guests can relax in indoor and outdoor pools as well as saunas and hot tubs. Beauty treatments and therapies can also be booked. Staff can help to organise quad biking, snowshoe hiking and archery activities. Live entertainment, music and dancing are offered at Club Tähtitaivas. A games room and bowling alley are also available. The à la carte Restaurant Kastanja serves international cuisine and cocktails, while Restaurant Pistaasi is open daily.
Stay$$$$4.2/5
Imatran Valtionhotelli
Set in a jugend castle by the River Vuoksi, Imatran Valtionhotelli is centrally located in Imatra. It offers many relaxation options, such as summer terrace, an indoor swimming pool area with hot tubs, warm rock beds and saunas as well as a gym. Guests at Imatran Valtionhotelli can choose either rooms in the castle or more modern rooms in the park building. There is an underground passage connecting the 2 buildings. Wifi is free. All rooms feature tea/coffee making facilities, TVs and a hairdryer. The superior rooms offer also bathrobes and variety of amenities. Guests can also enjoy tasty meals and drinks at the Restaurant Cascade. Nature lovers can visit the magnificent Imatrankoski rapids and Kruununpuisto park, which are just 300 metres away from Imatran Valtionhotelli. Guests can also take a cruise on the River Vuoksi or Lake Saimaa at summer time.
Stay4.35/5
Aava Hotel
Aava Hotel in Imatra offers comfortable rooms with private bathrooms, bidets, hairdryers, work desks, showers, TVs, and wardrobes. Each room includes a balcony, bathrobes, tea and coffee maker, and electric kettle. Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast, relax in the sauna, and dine at the on-site restaurant. The hotel features a terrace and free WiFi, providing ample opportunities for relaxation and connectivity. Uimaranta Ukonlinna is less than 1 km away, while Chris-line Oy is a 16-minute walk. Other nearby points of interest include Angry Birds Activity Park Saimaa (3.7 km) and Imatra Legoista (3.3 km). Skiing activities are available nearby.
Stay3.8/5
Grand Hostel Oy Imatra
Grand Hostel Imatra in Imatra offers a sauna, garden, and terrace. Guests can relax in the lounge, outdoor fireplace, or games room. Free on-site private parking is available. The hostel features a shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, and work desks. Additional amenities include a private bathroom, electric kettle, and wardrobe. Angry Birds Activity Park Saimaa is 11 km away, Saimaa Canal Museum 32 km, and Lappeenranta Harbour 40 km from the property.
Stay$$$3.6/5
Hotelli Anna Kern
Set a 4-minute drive from central Imatra, Hotelli Anna Kern offers free parking and free Wi-Fi. The Imatrankoski Rapids are 1.5 km from the hotel. A work desk and a flat-screen TV with cable channels are featured in all rooms at Hotel Anna Kern. Each has a private bathroom with shower. Some also have a balcony. Guests have free access to a shared fridge next to the lobby. Relaxation options include a sauna and a terrace. A pub and fast food restaurant are found next to the hotel. The Svetogorsk-Imatra border crossing is 4 km away.
Stay4.7/5
Hotelli Immalanjärvi
Nestled by the serene Lake Immalanjärvi, Hotelli Immalanjärvi offers stunning natural beauty, charming accommodations, and a unique blend of Finnish culture, making it an unforgettable getaway for nature lovers and relaxation seekers alike.
Stay4.2/5
Hotelli Patruuna Vuoksenniska
Stay
Gasthaus Kulkuripoika
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