Lappeenranta

Landmark4.4/5

Lappeenranta Fortress

This fortress is Lappeenranta's old town, with museums, restaurants, cafés, and an Orthodox church. One museum displays a model of Vyborg with 1,500 buildings.

Landmark4.4/5

Saimaa Canal

The Saimaa Canal, a stunning engineering marvel connecting Lake Saimaa to the Gulf of Finland, is renowned for its beautiful landscapes, unique lock systems, and vibrant wildlife, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and adventurers alike.

Landmark4.5/5

Lappeenranta Harbour

Lappeenranta's harbor has boats, lakeside restaurants and stalls serving local Vety and Atomi. In winter, you can walk out onto the frozen lake.

Landmark3.8/5

Angry Birds Activity Park Saimaa

Lappeenranta indoor playground with climbing zones, slides, pedal cars and scooters. Kids can also play soccer and hockey, then leap from a BagJump air tower.

Landmark4.2/5

Sandcastle Lappeenranta

Lappeenranta’s sandcastle turns packed sand into huge, intricately carved scenes. The sculptures take on a different theme each summer.

Drink$$$$3.7/5

Wallis' Lappeenranta

Lappeenranta karaoke bar where the night centers on taking turns at the mic.

Cafe$$$4.6/5

Café Satamatie 6

Eat3.8/5

Linnoituksen krouvi

Eat$$$$4.4/5

Luckiefun's Sushibuffet Villmanstrand

Eat4/5

Valliravintola – kesäravintola ja pizzeria

Cafe$$$4.6/5

Café Majurska

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.

Stay$$$$4.25/5

Original Sokos Hotel Lappee

This hotel is located in the IsoKristiina Shopping Centre in Lappeenranta city centre. The immediate surroundings offer shopping, restaurants and cafes. Free access to compact gym and sauna facilities are available to guests. Free Wifi, a 43-inch flat-screen TV, air conditioning and tea/coffee facilities are standard at Original Sokos Hotel Lappee. Many rooms offer city views. The hotel's Italian-inspired restaurant, Rosso is open daily from lunch to late night. Guests can enjoy a drink in VENN and coffee in Coffee House. The Fortress of Lappeenranta and the South Karelia Museum are 1.2 km away. The hotel is 500 metres from Lake Saimaa waterfront.

Stay$$$$4/5

Holiday Club Saimaan Rauha

Situated by Lake Saimaa in Rauha, this property offers a terrace, spa and free Wi-Fi. All rooms include a TV. The Angry Birds Activity Park is just 100 metres away. Spa Aqua Park features pools, hot tubs and a relaxation area with saunas. Bookable treatments are available at Harmony Spa. Holiday Club Saimaan Rauha guests can also enjoy the on-site golf course, bowling alley and gym, while kids can keep busy in the playroom and playground. On-site dining includes both fast food and à la carte options. Guests can enjoy a drink by the pool, in the lobby or while watching a game in the sports bar. Imatra city centre is within 10 minutes’ drive away, while the Imatrankoski Rapids are situated 5.3 km away. The rooms "Superior King Suite" and "Superior King Suite with lake view" are located in an annex building that does not have an elevator.

Stay$$$$3.95/5

Scandic Patria

Scandic Patria is 400 metres from the 17th-century Lappeenranta Fortress and 2 km from Lappeenranta Train Station. The rooms have a 32-inch TV. Gym and sauna access is free. Some of Patria’s rooms have a balcony offering views of Lake Saimaa or Pusupuisto Park. The Torilla Restaurant serves a popular breakfast buffet and a varied à la carte menu. Guests can enjoy an after-dinner drink at the late-night bar. Patria’s relax department has a sauna and hot tub, and Nordic walking poles and bicycles can be borrowed from reception. Other facilities include a shop and a children’s playroom. Scandic Patria offers both indoor and outdoor parking. The friendly staff can recommend nearby sights to visit and provide other tourist information.