This motel is in Tohmajärvi, just 17 km from the Russian border Värtsilä-Niirala crossing point. It offers functional accommodation, a fully equipped shared kitchen and free parking. Minimotel’s guest rooms have simple décor and shared bathrooms. A sauna can be rented. The motel serves a daily breakfast. Free tea/coffee and a free internet computer are available in the lobby at all times, along with a 24-hour reception. A variety of restaurants and shops are found in the surroundings, while the town of Kitee and its popular zoo is 20 minutes’ drive away. Guests can swim in Lake Tohmajärvi, about 3 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site

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
3 single beds
4 single beds
3 single beds
Bedroom
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
6 single beds
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Living room
2 sofa beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
7.9
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
5.0
High score for Tohmajärvi

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Seems basic on the face of it but the facilities are really quite good. though the beds are quite old they are comfortable. The guest kitchen has everything you would need to cook a meal for a full family ! The host is a very charming lady who...
  • Pekka
    Finland Finland
    Todella hyvä hinta-laatu suhde. Sijainti hyvä, jos tarvitsee huonetta Tohmajärvellä. Kodikas tunnelma.
  • Antti
    Finland Finland
    Paikan pitäjä aivan ihana nainen , joka oli todella ystävällinen ja avulias. Moottoripyörä matkailijalle mukava lepo paikka idässä. Kokemus mikä kannattaa nähdä.
  • Seppo
    Finland Finland
    Asiallinen hinta-/laatusuhde. Motoristin oli mukava päästä saunaan pesemään pölyt pois. Riittävä aamiainen. Erittäin palveluhenkinen henkilökunta.
  • Olli
    Finland Finland
    Palvelu oli ensiluokkaista. Päästiin myös saunaan, vaikka tultiin aika myöhään. Ohjeistus oli hyvä.
  • Anne
    Finland Finland
    Erinomainen sijainti kemien ( Tohmajärven) keskustassa joten lähellä kaikkea. Majoittaja erittäin ystävällinen ja majoittuisin uudelleen. Olisi ollut mahdollistaa saunan lämmittää ja aamiainen ( lisämaksusta) mutta meillä ei tarvetta.
  • T
    Tero
    Finland Finland
    Hyvä sijainti. Palvelu joutavaa sekä huomioon ottavaa
  • Jekaterina
    Latvia Latvia
    Уютный отельчик в 15 минутах езды от границы. Очень радушная хозяйка. Номер был вполне комфортным и чистым, спалось великолепно, утром порадовал свеже сваренный кофе, в качестве комплимента от хозяйки))
  • Jari
    Finland Finland
    Ystävällinen, mukava emäntä. Hyvä aamupala, joustava aikataulu. Hyvä, halpa sauna.
  • Anne-mari
    Finland Finland
    Loistava palvelu. Hotellin henkilökunta oli hyvin mukava ja avulias.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
5 restaurants on site

  • Koti Pirtti/ 250m Minimotellista 10 min. kävelymatka/Tilaus varten saaisi iltajuhlimassa/syntaret,kokous,surujuhlat/.Ihana on Jouluruoka joulunaattona.
    • Cuisine
      Local • European
    • Open for
      Lunch
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Ranintola Amigo /25 m Motelista /5 min. kävellen.
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean • Spanish • Turkish • Local
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
  • Nurkkala / 20m Minimotelista /5 min .kävellen,ruoka- Ihan hyvä nouto pöyda/lounas/buffet.
    • Cuisine
      European
    • Open for
      Lunch
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Ресторан #4Kahvilla Kaivo 20m Minimotelista /5 min. kävelien.

    No additional info available

  • Ravintola #5

    No additional info available

Facilities of Minimotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities

  • Fitness centre
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 5 restaurants
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Garden view

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Ski

  • Ski equipment hire on site
  • Ski storage

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Beach
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Children's playground
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tennis court
    Off-site

Living Area

  • Dining area

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Kid-friendly buffet

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Transport

    • Public transport tickets
      Additional charge

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Concierge service
    • ATM/cash machine on site
    • Luggage storage
      Additional charge
    • Tour desk
    • 24-hour front desk

    Entertainment and family services

    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Board games/puzzles

    Cleaning services

    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business facilities

    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Minimarket on site
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Packed lunches
    • Chapel/shrine
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Barber/beauty shop
    • Ironing facilities
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Air conditioning

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

    Wellness

    • Steam room
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
      Additional charge

    Languages spoken

    • English
    • Finnish
    • Russian

    House rules
    Minimotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 13:00
    Check-out
    Until 11:00
    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 option.
    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

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.

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

    Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

    It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

    A negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test result is mandatory to check-in to this property.

    FAQs about Minimotel

    • Room options at Minimotel include:

      • Twin
      • Triple
      • Quadruple
      • Apartment
    • Guests staying at Minimotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

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

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

      • Fitness centre
      • Sauna
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Children's playground
      • Skiing
      • Fishing
      • Tennis court
      • Water park
      • Steam room
      • Pub crawls
      • Live music/performance
      • Themed dinner nights
      • Bicycle rental
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Beach
      • Walking tours
      • Horse riding
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Cooking class
      • Movie nights
      • Live sport events (broadcast)
      • Bike tours
    • Minimotel is 400 yards from the centre of Tohmajärvi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Minimotel is from 13:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Minimotel has 5 restaurants:

      • Ресторан #4Kahvilla Kaivo 20m Minimotelista /5 min. kävelien.
      • Ravintola #5
      • Nurkkala / 20m Minimotelista /5 min .kävellen,ruoka- Ihan hyvä nouto pöyda/lounas/buffet.
      • Koti Pirtti/ 250m Minimotellista 10 min. kävelymatka/Tilaus varten saaisi iltajuhlimassa/syntaret,kokous,surujuhlat/.Ihana on Jouluruoka joulunaattona.
      • Ranintola Amigo /25 m Motelista /5 min. kävellen.
    • Yes, Minimotel is popular with guests booking family stays.