Set in an orthodox monastery by Lake Juojärvi, Valamon Luostari offers peaceful accommodation and outdoor activities like hiking and skiing. Joensuu city centre is 55 minutes’ drive away. The bright, basic rooms at Valamon Luostari have either shared or private bathroom facilities. Some rooms have free Wi-Fi access. Breakfast and lunch buffets are served at Restaurant Trapesa. Beverages, snacks and doughnuts are available throughout the day. Guests can participate in church services and view the religious icons on display in the monastery. Painted icons, oil prints, candles and Valamo wines are sold in the souvenir shop. Leisure options include a sauna, gym and rentals of bicycles, snow shoes and kick sledges. Parking is free on site. The Lintula Monastery is a 15-minute drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
6.6
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Tuovi
    Finland Finland
    One of the most unique guesthouse locations I've ever stayed in! If you prefer something unique but don't need luxury, that's for you.
  • Ronan
    Finland Finland
    The place is amazing value foe money, and it suits a quiet traveller well, or one who is kayaking. The breakfast, tea table, and viinitupa were great!
  • Florian
    Germany Germany
    Very nice and quiet spot with running by so many lovely and friendly people

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Valamon Luostari

Most popular facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fitness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Ski
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Children's playground
  • Skiing
  • Fishing
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Luggage storage
    • Fax/photocopying
    • Packed lunches
    • Business centre
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Allergy-free room
    • Heating
    • Chapel/shrine
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Wellness
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Finnish
    • French
    • Russian
    • Swedish

    House rules

    Valamon Luostari takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00

    Check-out

    Until 12:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 3 years
    Extra bed upon request
    Free
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash Valamon Luostari accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Reception opening hours vary, please contact Valamon Luostari for further information.

    Please note that this accommodation is set on the grounds of an orthodox monastery. You need to dress so that your clothes cover your shoulders and knees.

    Kindly observe that all lights on the property are dimmed at 21:00.

    FAQs about Valamon Luostari

    • Valamon Luostari offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Fitness centre
      • Sauna
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Children's playground
      • Skiing
      • Fishing

    • The prices at Valamon Luostari may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Valamon Luostari is 200 yards from the centre of Uusi-Valamo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Valamon Luostari is from 16:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • Room options at Valamon Luostari include:

      • Single
      • Twin
      • Triple

    • Yes, Valamon Luostari is popular with guests booking family stays.