Camping base at Keurusselkä by the lake
Viikinhovi combines the comfort of hotel accommodation, the peace and quiet of a cottage and fantastic and varied hiking opportunities. Recreation, outdoor activities and sports are available for everyone, regardless of fitness level or means of transport. After a day of hiking, it's lovely to relax on your own beach and fall asleep in a cosy hotel bed.
Sports and outdoor experiences for everyone
Hotel Viikinhovi is a great base for enjoying Keuruu's unique hiking nature and cultural attractions. Walking and cycling trails start from the courtyard, and illuminated ski trails from the surrounding area take you to the peace and quiet of authentic Finnish nature. The camping experience is guaranteed for everyone, as the nature trails. The nearby pavilion and the beach are also accessible during the thaw, for example with a big wheel pushchair, electric wheelchair or wheelchair scooter. For more sporting challenges, there is a top-level competition centre nearby and ski trails in perfect condition for more demanding training. Indeed, the former garrison area in the vicinity has provided a wide range of fitness facilities for soldiers and athletes for decades.
The architecturally stunning hotel building of Viikinhovi has previously served as a garrison club. Although the city centre is only a few minutes away by car, the beach area is privately used by the hotel and the peace and quiet of nature is guaranteed. In fact, many of our visitors have commented that the Viikinhovi feels like being in your own summer cottage, but with the comforts of a hotel room!
The hotel and its guests are looked after by a couple of entrepreneurs, so the service is always flexible and warm. You can also choose a hotel-standard breakfast with (from 1.6. to 31.8. breakfast is included in the room rate, at other times on request), and you can enjoy your own picnics on the wood-fired barbecue or in the nearby lava. The peaceful, safe hotel environment is also ideal for business travellers, offering a great night's sleep.
Strollers and accessibility
The nearby nature trails and pavilions are also accessible for people with electric wheelchairs, scooters or pushchairs. For families with children or people with reduced mobility, nature trails are available up to several kilometres away. The hotel's beach area is also accessible.
Accommodation information
Check-in at 16.00 and check-out at 12.00. Hotel breakfast is available for guests, but there are no restaurant services. All rooms have in-room cooling and air conditioning.
Further information
For an additional fee, you can book a sauna and a boat or bicycle. Ask about other leisure facilities. Cars can be charged from the mains electricity supply for a fee, either with your own or the hotel's adapter. Caravan parking is also available.
For private functions, you can book a comfortable and festive 300-seat ballroom. The hotel also has a licence to serve drinks in the outdoor areas for parties.
