Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere
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Summary of reviewsOriginal Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere enjoys a highly praised central location, providing easy access to Tampere's main attractions, shopping centers and public transportation, including train and bus stations. Visitors appreciate the convenience for events at the nearby Nokia Arena and the stunning city and bay views from higher floors enhance the overall experience. Its beautifully renovated rooms and clean facilities add to the coziness and high-quality atmosphere of the hotel.
The breakfast experience at the hotel receives positive remarks for its versatility and abundance, catering to various tastes with fresh baked goods and delicious options like blueberry jam. Though there were occasional mentions of limited variety and crowded dining spaces, the general consensus holds the breakfast in high regard.
Guests rave about the rooms, highlighting their elegant, stylish decor, spaciousness and cleanliness. The rooms offer modern amenities and high-quality beds, ensuring comfort and restful sleep. Spectacular views from certain rooms and the inclusion of Lumene products in bathrooms add a luxurious touch.
Cleanliness is a standout feature with guests noting the spotless condition of the entire hotel, including the pool and sauna areas. The hotel exudes a welcoming atmosphere and seamlessly combines style with functionality.
Staff at the hotel are frequently praised for their friendliness and professionalism. Guests appreciate the helpful and knowledgeable reception staff and their commitment to ensuring a pleasant stay. The positive service extends to the hotel's restaurant, even during busy times.
The gym facilities, while well-equipped, receive mixed feedback due to their small size and bunker-like feel. The sauna and pool facilities, however, are well-received for their cleanliness and the enjoyable, child-friendly environment. Extended hours for these amenities would be welcomed by guests.
Parking presents some challenges, especially for standard-sized vehicles, given the cramped spaces and high fees. However, the availability of spots for electric cars is a noted convenience.
Guests frequently commend the beds for their comfort, contributing significantly to restful nights. Despite minor issues with mattress firmness or softness of pillows, the overall sentiment towards the beds remains highly positive.
In summary, Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere stands out for its prime location, stylish and clean accommodations, excellent breakfast and friendly staff, making it a top choice for visitors to the city.
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The breakfast experience at the hotel receives positive remarks for its versatility and abundance, catering to various tastes with fresh baked goods and delicious options like blueberry jam. Though there were occasional mentions of limited variety and crowded dining spaces, the general consensus holds the breakfast in high regard.
Guests rave about the rooms, highlighting their elegant, stylish decor, spaciousness and cleanliness. The rooms offer modern amenities and high-quality beds, ensuring comfort and restful sleep. Spectacular views from certain rooms and the inclusion of Lumene products in bathrooms add a luxurious touch.
Cleanliness is a standout feature with guests noting the spotless condition of the entire hotel, including the pool and sauna areas. The hotel exudes a welcoming atmosphere and seamlessly combines style with functionality.
Staff at the hotel are frequently praised for their friendliness and professionalism. Guests appreciate the helpful and knowledgeable reception staff and their commitment to ensuring a pleasant stay. The positive service extends to the hotel's restaurant, even during busy times.
The gym facilities, while well-equipped, receive mixed feedback due to their small size and bunker-like feel. The sauna and pool facilities, however, are well-received for their cleanliness and the enjoyable, child-friendly environment. Extended hours for these amenities would be welcomed by guests.
Parking presents some challenges, especially for standard-sized vehicles, given the cramped spaces and high fees. However, the availability of spots for electric cars is a noted convenience.
Guests frequently commend the beds for their comfort, contributing significantly to restful nights. Despite minor issues with mattress firmness or softness of pillows, the overall sentiment towards the beds remains highly positive.
In summary, Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere stands out for its prime location, stylish and clean accommodations, excellent breakfast and friendly staff, making it a top choice for visitors to the city.
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Guest Reviews
Nestled in the heart of Tampere, the Original Sokos Hotel Ilves boasts an unparalleled location that delights its visitors. The hotel is ideally positioned for those wishing to explore the vibrant city, being centrally located and within close proximity to major attractions, shopping centers and public transport hubs including the train and bus stations. Many guests have highlighted the convenience of its location for events at the nearby Nokia Arena, making it a top choice for concert-goers and sports fans alike.
The scenic views from the hotel, especially from higher floors, offer stunning panoramas over the city and the picturesque Ratinan bay. Recently renovated, Original Sokos Hotel Ilves provides a cozy and high-quality experience, ensuring guests enjoy both its beauty and functionality. The central setting also makes it easy to access various services and amenities, enhancing the overall convenience for its guests.
The hotel’s aesthetic appeal extends beyond its prime location with beautifully decorated rooms and clean facilities consistently praised. Guests rave about the added comforts including a nice-sized pool, sauna and good parking spots for electric cars. Whether exploring Tampere's urban attractions or simply soaking in the views, the hotel's perfect placement by the water and the city's center stands out as a significant highlight for visitors.
The breakfast experience at Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere receives predominantly positive remarks from guests. Descriptions commonly highlight it as versatile, abundant and diverse with an ample selection that caters to various tastes. Guests frequently use terms like "excellent" and "very good" to describe the quality, noting that there are plenty of options available, including fresh baked goods and delicious blueberry jam.
While some guests found the breakfast to be perfect and generous, there are a few mentions of it being ordinary or lacking in variety compared to other hotels in the same price range. A handful of reviews also pointed out shortcomings such as limited bread options, crowded dining spaces or older-fashioned decor in the breakfast room. Nevertheless, the majority consensus appreciates the freshness, variety and overall quality, making it a well-regarded part of the hotel experience.
The rooms at Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere receive high praise for their elegant and stylish decor with many recently renovated to be modern and extremely clean. Guests appreciate the spaciousness and super silent atmosphere of these well-decorated rooms. High-quality beds ensure a good night's sleep and the plush bedding includes two pillows per guest.
Many reviews highlight the beautiful and cozy ambiance, complemented by spectacular views, especially from the higher floors. Rooms facing Tammerkoski provide particularly stunning vistas, which add to the overall experience. The provision of Lumene products in the bathrooms is a nice touch that guests have noted positively.
The hotel's rooms and hallways are not only aesthetically pleasing but also consistently clean. Despite some feedback on the occasional need for more frequent cleaning, the general sentiment remains very positive. The clean and modern design, combined with the hotel's central location near public transport and essential amenities, enhances its appeal.
Overall, the clean and cozy environment, spacious dining areas and modern amenities make the rooms at Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere a delightful choice for travelers seeking comfort and style in the heart of the city.
Guests have highlighted the beds at Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere as a significant comfort factor during their stay. Many found the beds to be large, very good and conducive to a restful night's sleep. The rooms are consistently described as nice and clean, complimented by high-quality beds and excellent pillows. Several reviewers mentioned that they slept very well, finding the beds very comfortable and even the best they'd ever slept in. Plush pillows and extra comfortable bedding have contributed to an overall positive experience, though a few guests noted issues with mattresses moving or being a bit too hard. While some found the pillows too soft, the beds themselves were generally praised for their quality and comfort. Despite minor drawbacks, the majority of reviews reflect a high level of satisfaction with the sleeping arrangements at this hotel.
Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere impresses with its exceptional cleanliness and stylish decor. The majority of guest reviews highlight the spotless and tidy condition of both the rooms and the hotel premises. Visitors frequently describe the rooms as modern, functional and beautifully decorated with everything in good working order. The hotel's cleanliness extends to all areas, including the pool and sauna, enhancing the overall positive experience. The welcoming and pleasant atmosphere is further complemented by its prime location and well thought-out consideration for children. With an emphasis on clean, stylish and comfortable accommodations, guests consistently leave with favorable impressions.
Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere receives high praise for its staff, highlighted by their friendliness and professionalism. Many guests noted the consistently positive and helpful demeanor of the team, underscoring their willingness to assist with any inquiries, directions or suggestions. The reception staff, in particular, stood out for their knowledge and kindness, ensuring that guests felt welcomed and well taken care of.
Service at the hotel is described as good and seamless with guests appreciating how smoothly everything went during their stay. The hotel's personnel were commended for being accommodating and maintaining a positive, service-oriented attitude. Even during busy times, such as meals at the Amarillo restaurant, the staff provided excellent service, indicating a strong commitment to guest satisfaction.
Overall, the reviews collectively emphasize a consistently pleasant and supportive experience provided by the hotel's friendly and knowledgeable staff.
The gym at Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere receives mixed feedback from guests. Many point out that while the gym facilities are well equipped and generally nice, the space itself is quite small, described by some as substandard and resembling a small bunker with just one treadmill. Alongside the gym, the sauna area and swimming facilities are frequently mentioned positively. However, guests did note that the sauna and pool could benefit from longer opening hours. There were also mentions of a lack of clear instructions regarding the gym's location. Overall, the gym and wellness facilities are appreciated but could see some improvements in space and accessibility.
The pool at Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere is well-received for its size and cleanliness. Guests appreciate having access to both a sauna and a large swimming pool, which many find refreshing. The pool area is child-friendly and the nice spa area adds to the positive swimming experience. The view from the pool area, especially at night, is also highlighted. However, there can be times when the pool is crowded, making it hard to swim or access the hot tub. Additionally, the morning cleanliness could be improved and extended hours for the sauna and pool would be beneficial. Overall, the pool is considered a good amenity that enhances the guest experience.
Parking at Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere presents a mix of challenges and conveniences, particularly for drivers of electric vehicles. The parking garage has designated spaces for electric cars, which are considered good and functional. However, finding a spot can be difficult due to the limited number of spaces and the cramped design makes parking a standard-sized car extremely challenging. The spaces are notably small, leading to frustration, especially during busy periods when the garage fills up quickly. Moreover, the cost of parking is on the higher side with fees reaching up to 24 euros per night. Alternative parking options, such as the nearby shopping center garage, are sometimes necessary, though they add to the inconvenience. Despite these issues, some guests find the parking process straightforward. Overall, while the hotel offers conveniences for certain types of vehicles, the parking garage could benefit from improvements in space allocation and better management during peak times.
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The scenic views from the hotel, especially from higher floors, offer stunning panoramas over the city and the picturesque Ratinan bay. Recently renovated, Original Sokos Hotel Ilves provides a cozy and high-quality experience, ensuring guests enjoy both its beauty and functionality. The central setting also makes it easy to access various services and amenities, enhancing the overall convenience for its guests.
The hotel’s aesthetic appeal extends beyond its prime location with beautifully decorated rooms and clean facilities consistently praised. Guests rave about the added comforts including a nice-sized pool, sauna and good parking spots for electric cars. Whether exploring Tampere's urban attractions or simply soaking in the views, the hotel's perfect placement by the water and the city's center stands out as a significant highlight for visitors.
Breakfast
While some guests found the breakfast to be perfect and generous, there are a few mentions of it being ordinary or lacking in variety compared to other hotels in the same price range. A handful of reviews also pointed out shortcomings such as limited bread options, crowded dining spaces or older-fashioned decor in the breakfast room. Nevertheless, the majority consensus appreciates the freshness, variety and overall quality, making it a well-regarded part of the hotel experience.
Rooms
Many reviews highlight the beautiful and cozy ambiance, complemented by spectacular views, especially from the higher floors. Rooms facing Tammerkoski provide particularly stunning vistas, which add to the overall experience. The provision of Lumene products in the bathrooms is a nice touch that guests have noted positively.
The hotel's rooms and hallways are not only aesthetically pleasing but also consistently clean. Despite some feedback on the occasional need for more frequent cleaning, the general sentiment remains very positive. The clean and modern design, combined with the hotel's central location near public transport and essential amenities, enhances its appeal.
Overall, the clean and cozy environment, spacious dining areas and modern amenities make the rooms at Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere a delightful choice for travelers seeking comfort and style in the heart of the city.
Beds
Cleanliness
Staff
Service at the hotel is described as good and seamless with guests appreciating how smoothly everything went during their stay. The hotel's personnel were commended for being accommodating and maintaining a positive, service-oriented attitude. Even during busy times, such as meals at the Amarillo restaurant, the staff provided excellent service, indicating a strong commitment to guest satisfaction.
Overall, the reviews collectively emphasize a consistently pleasant and supportive experience provided by the hotel's friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Gym
Pool
Parking
Yes, Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Indoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere.
Yes, Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere.
Yes, Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere has a gym.
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