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Hotel Kakola

4.5(1,342)
Hotel

About

Hotel Kakola transforms a former prison on Turku's Kakolanmäki hill into a boutique hotel blending preserved cell blocks and heavy doors with modern, industrial design. The unique setting offers a memorable backdrop for small business meetings and events, combining history with contemporary comfort.

The hotel features versatile meeting spaces alongside a brewery, restaurant, and seasonal eatery, providing turnkey hospitality for groups up to 50. Guests can also book room blocks in distinctive accommodations, including former cells reimagined with thoughtful amenities for a seamless overnight experience.

Best for

  • Historic boutique hotel stays with unique room design
  • Intimate executive meetings in modern heritage spaces
  • Client dinners with elevated Finnish cuisine

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Architecture & History
Hotel in a former regional prison
The hotel preserves original prison elements such as walls, corridors, and heavy doors, blending modern design with an industrial-prison heritage atmosphere. Some guest rooms are converted former cells, offering a unique stay that combines history
Design & Amenities
Thoughtful modern room features
Rooms include amenities tailored for modern travelers like Lavazza coffee machines, bubbly water makers, bespoke Finnish toiletries, ample electrical outlets including USB-A plugs, intuitive shower controls, and flexible lighting, all contributing

At a glance

Rated 4.5 on Google · 1,342 reviews