Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere

4-star city hotel with panoramic views of the Tammerkoski rapids and on-site nightclub

Rooms & Views

Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere occupies a 19-floor tower with rooms offering scenic views of the Tammerkoski rapids from higher floors. Standard twin and superior twin rooms include a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and wooden floors. The hotel recently renovated its rooms using high-quality materials, and each room has a private bathroom with shower or bath.

Dining & Nightlife

Hotelli Ilves has five on-site restaurants: the Italian-style Rosso, Tex-Mex Amarillo, casual lobby Lynx Bar & Cafe, English-style Pub Ukko-Nooa, and Ilves Bar & Night. The Ilves Bar & Night functions as a nightclub with VIP booths and karaoke, and hotel guests receive free entry. A large breakfast buffet includes fresh, healthy, and local flavors, plus sweet delicacies and options for special diets.

Wellness & Recreation

Guests at Sokos Hotel Ilves have complimentary access to the indoor swimming pool, sauna, and hot tub. The hotel also provides a fitness center and bike rentals at no extra charge for exploring Tampere. The spa area includes a jacuzzi, though opening hours for the pool and sauna are limited to a few hours per day.

Sustainability & Pet-Friendly Services

Original Sokos Hotel Ilves holds both Green Key and Sustainable Travel Finland certifications for its eco-friendly operations. The hotel is pet-friendly, offering special amenities for animal companions including pet bowls and designated pet-friendly rooms. Accessibility features include rooms for guests with disabilities and an electric vehicle charging station in the parking garage.

Location & Business Facilities

Located 1300 ft from Tampere Station and a 10-minute walk from Tampere Cathedral, the hotel is near Koskikeskus shopping center and Flowpark Varala climbing park. Conference facilities can accommodate events for up to 450 people, making it suitable for business travelers. A parking garage with accessible parking and electric vehicle charging is available on site.

• Sustainability: Green Key & Sustainable Travel Finland certified
• Nightlife: On-site nightclub with VIP booths and karaoke
• Dining: 5 restaurants including Italian, Tex-Mex, and English pub
• Wellness: Complimentary indoor pool, sauna, and hot tub
• Pet-Friendly: Special amenities and pet bowls provided
• Location: 10-min walk from Tampere Cathedral & 1300 ft from station