Scandic Oulu City
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Scandic Oulu City

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#2 of 10 hotels in Oulu
4.7 of 5 bubbles
Location
4.2 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
4.1 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.3 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
4.3 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.4 of 5 bubbles
Sleep Quality

Finding an ideal family-friendly hotel in Oulu does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Scandic Oulu City, a nice option for travellers like you.

Nearby landmarks such as Oulu Cathedral (0.1 mi) and Kulttuuritalo Valve (0.2 mi) make Scandic Oulu City a great place to stay when visiting Oulu.

The rooms offer a flat screen TV and air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease.

Scandic Oulu City features 24 hour front desk, room service, and a gift shop. In addition, as a valued Scandic Oulu City guest, you can enjoy a fitness center and free breakfast that are available on-site. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to parking.

While visiting Oulu, you may want to try some souvlaki at one of the nearby restaurants, such as Crecian.

If you are interested in exploring Oulu, check out a , such as Toripolliisi.

Scandic Oulu City looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Oulu.

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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Free breakfast
Bicycle rental
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Business Centre with Internet Access
Car park
Wifi
Sauna
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Baggage storage
Gift shop
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Shared lounge / TV area
Shops
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Shoeshine
Room features
Allergy-free room
Air conditioning
Room service
Safe
Flatscreen TV
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Quiet
Family
Languages Spoken
English, Russian, Estonian, Finnish and 4 more

Location

Saaristonkatu 4, Oulu 90100 Finland
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SteveJo2016 wrote a review 9 Feb
England
3.0 of 5 bubbles
As requested I have completed a review directly with the hotel and not received a reply.
Therefore and reluctantly I shall share my opinions here.
First of all the positive points.
Breakfast was amazing and more importantly staff made sure there was plenty of food on offer by way of topping up empty plates of meat and cheese etc.
The breakfast serving staff were friendly and accommodating as was the gentleman who appeared to run the bar on an evening.
The location is excellent for various restaurants and shops and the railway station.

Now the negatives.
When I check into a hotel I expect at least eye contact by reception staff and not someone transfixed with their computer screen.
To be fair the lady that checked us in was very friendly.
Unfortunately our luggage was left in Helsinki. Obviously that is not the hotel’s fault but I asked at reception where we could buy basic hygiene products. We were given accurate directions to purchase these items.
The following morning I noticed that everything we needed was for sale in the reception area. It would’ve been appreciated if that was pointed out to us the previous evening.
We were up early that morning as we had an early train to catch. Finnair had advised that our luggage would be delivered between 06-00 & 10-00. I asked reception staff at approximately 06-45 if they had received our luggage and the answer was no:
Subsequently we were advised that our luggage was delivered at 07.01.
When we collected our luggage from reception that evening they were adamant that the luggage hadn’t been delivered before we left for the day. This was approximately 07.30.
Having flown Finnair for almost 20 years I have to say I was of the opinion that perhaps they were the ones giving incorrect information
In hindsight I am not so sure.
Fair to say I shall never find out the answer.

Housekeeping service was very poor to say the least.
The toilets in the public areas were at best dirty and at worst absolutely filthy.

I cannot imagine when our room had a proper deep clean. The table was dirty , there were small pieces of food underneath the desk and when I stood on the rug I felt a sharp object. When I lifted the rug up there was a thick piece of glass under there.

Based on this experience I cannot recommend the hotel.
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Date of stay: January 2025
2.0 of 5 bubblesValue
3.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
1.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
3.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled on business
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Lis R wrote a review Jul 2024
Paris, France
Hotel's Favourite
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Great stay in this hotel. Room nice and large, good beds. Breakfast was great, we where well looked after by James. Reception always nice and professional. Housekeeper ( can't remember her name, she used to live in California) was very attentive and nice. Overall a great stay that makes me want to stay more with this brand!
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip: Good parking, has a playroom for children.
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Response from Scandic Oulu City, Other at Scandic Oulu City
Responded 30 Jul 2024
Hello and thank you very much for this really nice review! I'm very glad to read you enjoyed your visit at our hotel. I appreciate very much your comments about our team members and I totally agree with you about their expertise in their duties. I will also make sure James and our housekeeper will receive your compliments with a little bit extra from us. Thank you for visiting us and we hope to welcome you to our hotel again some day! Best regards, Juha
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Mikael F wrote a review Apr 2023
Helsinki, Finland
+1
4.0 of 5 bubbles
This was our second time at this hotel and in the same room type Superior Plus. These rooms (five in total) are located on the top 6th floor with a spacious balcony. On the same floor are also five Superior rooms and three Junior suites with a balcony.

Superior Plus room is nearly like a Junior suite with a separate living area and bedroom but it doesn't have a sauna. In five years, the only noticeable thing in the room decor was the three bling-bling 'crystal' lamps in the living room. The furniture is a little bit outdated.

The bathroom has a mist shower head which is very nice. However, being in the shower caused a flood over the bathroom floor.

The breakfast was quite busy on Wednesday morning. The food selection is wide and widely spread which caused a bit of searching for what is where.

Our stay had a good value for the paid 134 euros. As a Scandic TOP Level member, my partner got a 15-euro restaurant voucher but no welcome gift which is stated in the member benefits. However, that was not the cause why I dropped one star away.

It was more the overall ambiance at this hotel. It has more of a cold and sterile hospital feeling than a warm welcoming hotel. Despite the ugly exterior, Scandic Oulu Station has a more pleasant atmosphere in our opinion.
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Date of stay: April 2023
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Scandic Oulu City, Other at Scandic Oulu City
Responded 24 Apr 2023
Hello! Thank you very much for sharing your experience online and spending your precious time on it. Your feedback is well written and detailed description of your visit and therefore very useful for our viewers without a doubt. I'm glad you stayed on our 6th floor because those rooms are really nice also to my opinion. We try to update them little by little and have done upgrades to textiles, sofas and also lamps just like you already mentioned. A little bit bling bling brings joy to days I hope :). Thank you for visiting us in Oulu and we hope to see you soon again! Best regards, Juha
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BecFranks wrote a review Jul 2021
Melbourne, Australia
+1
4.0 of 5 bubbles
The room was not as cramped as some we've experienced in this franchise. Lots of space to store luggage and a safe to keep valuables out of sight. A lounge to relax was unexpected and appreciated. The bed was very comfortable, the power points near the bed to recharge our phones was good, it's surprising how often this isn't available in hotels and the bathroom was large and the shower pressure was good. The wifi for our visit was terrible but that can happen from time time. Parking under the hotel is good given the inner city location, the cost of using this garage is not included in your room price. The breakfast was very good. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. What would take this location from Very Good to Excellent would be maps and information in english. There was a map but it had no tourist information that we could read.
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Date of stay: August 2020
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
Room Tip: Always stay away from rooms near the elevator.
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Response from Scandic Oulu City, Other at Scandic Oulu City
Responded 17 Aug 2021
Hello! Thank you for this nice and comprehensive review, I appreciate it. I'm happy to read your visit to our hotel went well and without any major nuisances. Some of our guests have told that our wifi connection did not work well during their stay. I've given it a thought and the only answer I can think of is a momentary heavy load on the network. That is because we accommodated a vast number of guests in July and most likely many of them logged on to our wifi. We will pay better attention to the maps and brochures available at our reception. Hopefully the world starts to get back to normal little by little so that more and more international guests could arrive also to Oulu. Thank you for visiting us and hope to see you soon again at Scandic! All the best and take care, Juha
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Mark M wrote a review Jul 2024
Tampere, Finland
4.0 of 5 bubbles
All as expected from a typical Scandic hotel room and facilities but you could do more to warn people not to struggle trying to pay the, discounted, parking in the attached parking hall (who has a physical Scandic card to scan these days anyway???) but to do it at reception when checking in. To be told twice by different staff members "Oh you could have paid that here" doesn't help much...
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Date of stay: July 2024
3.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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Response from Scandic Oulu City, Other at Scandic Oulu City
Responded 30 Jul 2024
Hi! Thank you for visiting us and sharing your comments online. I'm happy to notice you had a pleasant stay with us even though the parking arrangements caused some head ache to you. We do our best in order to communicate different payment options to people using the garage. To my opinion there are payment instructions on the vending machines but I need to double check it. Nevertheless P-Autotori Scandic is a public parking area available for everyone - not just hotel guests. This means we do not have a full control over it but in the end this solution serves us very well. Best regards, Juha
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Hakuro wrote a review Jul 2023
Espoo, Finland
3.0 of 5 bubbles
We stayed one night with a group of three adults. Our room was standard family three. The room was spacious and clean. The single beds were quite narrow and the person sleeping on the extra bed was the most satisfied with her sleep. The hotel's location is excellent in the center of Oulu: an easy walk to the market place and restaurants. The service at the reception could have been friendlier and we think that the vegan diet at breakfast should be better taken into account - or if it is not possible, it should be compensated in the price.
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Date of stay: July 2023
3.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
3.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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Response from Scandic Oulu City, Other at Scandic Oulu City
Responded 30 Jul 2023
Hi and thank you very much for this feedback! I'm happy to read you had a pleasant stay with us even though there were a couple of things we could have done better. We will take a closer look into vegan selection at our breakfast and see it is at least on the level required by our breakfast guidance. Thank you for visiting us and welcome to Oulu soon again! Best regards, Juha
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Ken wrote a review Jan 2025
Oulu, Finland
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Room for 4 was average OK although getting a little outdated. We were missing some hair conditioner and tissues in the bathroom. Room was clean but it is starting to show signs of age. There’s a heater knob I tried to use but I couldn’t notice any difference in the room temperature even when I turned it on maximum heat. Tv is not able to connect with chromecast or in other ways wirelessly with your phone or headphones which would be nice to have especially with kids when they want to watch their favorite program. Staff was very friendly at the reception and restaurant. This hotel maybe better for business travel than for a family visit. Location is very good and central in Oulu. If you are missing something you can always go shopping nearby in any shop or restaurant. Breakfast was nice and the staff were friendly.
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Date of stay: January 2025Trip type: Travelled with family
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Vilde wrote a review Jun 2024
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Stayed here two nights. Large room. Some wear and “old-day” decor, but still nice. Just over clean. Was not possible to ventilate the room and there was often poor air. Good beds. Staff was helpful and friendly. Breakfast was somewhat deficient/dull. The location of the hotel was excellent in the center, in addition proximity to the sea and park. We also appreciated that there was parking in the basement of the hotel.
We ate one day at the hotel's restaurant Roast. It was good food, but some strong burger.
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Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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markkuhaikonen wrote a review Feb 2024
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Scandic Oulu has never let me down!
I have travelled years in Finland both at work and also during my vacations. In Scandic Oulu everything always functions perfectly. When hot, they pour you a glass of water already by the reception and when cold and snowy, one is able to drive in the garage and get in to the reception without too much trouble!
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Date of stay: February 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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Response from Scandic Oulu Station, Other at Scandic Oulu City
Responded 15 Mar 2024
Moi Markku! Thank you very much for this great review! I really appreciate your feedback and I'm very happy to read your visits have been nothing but nice and convenient. We will do our best also in the future in order to maintain and exceed the service level we have achieved. Thank you for visiting us in Oulu and hope to see you soon again! Best regards, Juha
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Minttu E wrote a review Jan 2024
Imatra, Finland
4.0 of 5 bubbles
This was my 4th stay in this hotel. There is a very happy lady working in the breakfast hall and her greetings always put a smile on my face. She is such a sun! The hotel was fully booked and the breakfast supprisingly busy at 6.30 am.
The cleanliness of the room was ok, nothing to complain, but could be improved.
I daily handled something with a receptionist and it happened to be the same lady every day. The last day she gave me a good favour for free which I really appreciated. The staff made the visit again!
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Scandic Oulu Station, Other at Scandic Oulu City
Responded 22 Feb 2024
Moi Minttu! Thank you very much for sharing your experience online, I really appreciate it. I totally agree with you that it is the staff which makes a hotel visit great. I'm so glad your stay was nice and your encounters with my colleagues were warm hearted and friendly. I will definitely share your comments with all of here at Scandic Oulu City. Thank you for visiting us in Oulu. You are very welcome to stay with us soon again! Best regards, Juha
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Dansker58 asked a question Jun 2022
San Francisco, California411 contributions213 helpful votes
How can we get from the airport to the hotel?
Dianne B asked a question Sept 2018
Alicante, Spain2 contributions
Does the gym have a spinning bike ??
Answer from JuhKol
Oulu
Hi. Thank you for your question. Unfortunately we do not have spinning bike. What we do have is an ordinary exercise bicycle. I hope that will work for you. Best Regards, Hanna
Ana R asked a question Jan 2019
Madrid, Spain11 contributions
Hi! Do you have child care or babysitting service? Thank you?
Answer from JuhKol
Oulu
Hi Ana, unfortunately we do not provide child care or babysitting service. In Finland this is not very common service at hotels.
Jevgeni T asked a question Sept 2016
Tallinn, Estonia1 contribution
автопарковка автобуса, автомобили?
Answer from JuhKol
Oulu
Hi Jevgeni, we have a private garage under the hotel. Maximum hight for car is 2,4m. Parking must be paid on arrival. Fee is 13euros/24 hours and 8euros/24 hours if you are Scandic Friends Members. If your car is higher than this, or it is a bus, then best place to park is next to market place. It is about 150metres from hotel. Parking must be paid in to parking fee automatic.
Lis R wrote a tip Jul 2024
Paris, France10 contributions3 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Good parking, has a playroom for children. "
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Panu wrote a tip Mar 2023
Helsinki, Finland8 contributions1 helpful vote
3.0 of 5 bubbles
"Lots of parking space in the garage below the hotel. There is a movie theater in the same building. All services are nearby."
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Alfen wrote a tip Dec 2021
Vadso, Norway105 contributions57 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"Famyli rooms have little view, but are quiet."
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BecFranks wrote a tip Jul 2021
Melbourne, Australia126 contributions17 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"Always stay away from rooms near the elevator."
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Breno Gomes wrote a tip May 2019
Kinsealy, Ireland411 contributions99 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Top floors have good views"
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PRICE RANGE
€124 - €173 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
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LOCATION
FinlandNorthern OstrobothniaOulu
NUMBER OF ROOMS
214
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Frequently Asked Questions about Scandic Oulu City
Which popular attractions are close to Scandic Oulu City?
Nearby attractions include Kauppahalli (0.2 km), Toripolliisi (0.2 km), and Oluthuone Leskinen (0.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Scandic Oulu City?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Scandic Oulu City?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Scandic Oulu City?
Yes, a parking garage, paid private parking on-site, and paid public parking on-site are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Scandic Oulu City?
Conveniently located restaurants include Ravintola Uleaborg 1881, Ristorante Pizzeria Da Mario, and Ravintola Marani Oulu.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Scandic Oulu City?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness centre and a sauna during their stay.
Is Scandic Oulu City located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.4 km away from the centre of Oulu.
Are any cleaning services offered at Scandic Oulu City?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at Scandic Oulu City?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does Scandic Oulu City offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Scandic Oulu City?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Italian, Russian, Greek, Swedish, Norwegian, and Finnish.
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