In the Republic of Karelia, on the very shore of Lake Ladoga, there is a small town of Lahdenpohja. Its population is only about 8 thousand people. Lahdenpohja was formerly part of the cities of Finland, but in 1944, immediately after the end of the Soviet-Finnish war, the city became part of the USSR. It is located on the very outskirts of the very picturesque Yakimvar Bay.
The named city is the southwestern center of the Republic of Karelia, which, unlike other areas, is closest to St. Petersburg. Despite its small size, a huge number of tourists take Lahdenpohja annually. Hotels here are packed to capacity, so it is better to reserve a place in advance.
These places are famous primarily for the many lakes of various forms. Fans of fishing come here regularly to get new trophies in their collection. And every year, tourist accommodation offers are replenished with new hotels, tourist centers, cottages or country hotels.
Karlen is an unusual hotel with a history
“Karlen” - Hotel Lahdenpohja has a category of 3 stars. It is located at a distance of 50 meters from Lake Ladoga. And it includes 2 buildings, each of which is of considerable value to the city. The Karlen-1 building was previously the Soviet naval unit, and the Karlen-2 building is a former station, since Finnish times, today it is more than a hundred years old. As you can see, in the town of Lahdenpohja, hotels are quite unusual.
The reception is open 24 hours a day. The territory has its own parking. Clients are provided with internet access. And fans of the Russian steam room can relax in the sauna. There is a cafe at the hotel, and guests can also use the grill, spending time in the fresh air and sharing their impressions of the rest.
Each room is equipped with a TV, shower room and telephone. Upon request, there is the opportunity to use the laundry.
I am always glad to new guests the cozy town of Karelia - Lahdenpohja. Hotels and resorts here operate year-round.
Recreation facilities
Families who love a secluded and quiet holiday, prefer their own recreation centers. Clean and fresh air, as well as birdsong and unity with nature - all this gives a positive attitude throughout the vacation.
In the described area there are a large number of bases that are located at a short distance from the city. Many families try to book rooms for them for the entire summer period, leaving for work right from there. Guest house Mikli-Olgino is one of such recreation centers.
The benefits of relaxing at the bases
Very popular are bases for tourist vacations, which are located directly near the lakes. In most cases, they host guests throughout the year. In the summer you can have a great rest from the bustle of the city, because, as a rule, the bases have their own beach. And in the winter you can have a good time skiing, or doing ice fishing.
Another plus in favor of these recreation centers can be called budget. As a rule, they consist of small houses that are designed for one family with children or a group of friends. All of them are located in a common protected area, but at the cost of this type of housing is considered inexpensive.
Visitors have their own kitchen or barbecue in the courtyard, which will help organize meals, and this will significantly save the family budget than visiting restaurants or cafes. But if you do not want to cook, you can eat in the common dining room. On the territory there is a playground, there is an opportunity to rent roller skates or entertain yourself with rides on the water.
Hotel "Shchuchye Lake"
If there is a desire to forget all the problems and relax in a quiet and peaceful environment, then near St. Petersburg its guests are happy to receive the Shchuchye Lake Hotel in Lahdenpohja.
Cozy two-story houses are equipped with everything necessary for guests to relax in comfort, feeling at home. Indeed, for residents of big cities there is nothing more pleasant than becoming, even for a while, closer to nature and enjoying peace and quiet. All this is available if you choose to relax the town of Lahdenpohja. Hotels located in the most picturesque places will help to make it unforgettable.
Recreation and entertainment at the "Pike Lake"
The base can offer its guests a vacation for absolutely every taste. An experienced guide will help to spend time with benefit, telling and showing one of the most beautiful places - the island of Valaam. Those who wish to stay in a secluded setting are provided with a boat and fishing rod rental service, after which you can go fishing on Lake Paykärvi, on the shore of which the hotel is located, or on Lake Ladoga, but it will take you 2 km to get there. The catch will definitely not be lost, because on the territory of the hotel there is a barbecue for self-cooking.
Children will not be bored either. Horseback riding or ATV riding will surely appeal to them. Lovers of wandering through the woods can go to picturesque places for mushrooms or berries.
Guests are accommodated in cottages for 4, 8 or 10 people. There is a double or four-bed mini-hotel. Among the additional services, guests can use the volleyball and basketball courts, play table tennis or mini-golf.
Hotel complex "Yakkimvaara"
On the shore of Lake Ladoga there is also the Yakkimvaara hotel complex, which is pleased to offer our guests a small private hotel, Annika. Here, coziness and comfort are the main components.
Hotel Annika (Lahdenpohja) has only 8 rooms, they are designed for two people. It is also possible to install one extra bed in each room in the form of a chair-bed. Each of the rooms has its own bathroom, as well as a TV.
The hotel complex has one-story cottages. In one such house there are 6 sections, of which 5 accommodate 4 people, and one section is designed for two guests. Each section has its own separate entrance and its own bathroom. TVs and refrigerators are installed. There is a sauna.
As additional services, guests are provided with billiards and their own beach, and there is also the opportunity to ride horses.
The hotel complex organizes excursion tours to the islands of Valaam and Konevets, trips to waterfalls and the marble lake, as well as to the local history center Kurkieki.
Hotel "Yakkima"
Lahdenpohja is a picturesque town in Karelia. Thousands of tourists come here on vacation annually. For their convenience, some hotels were built near the train stations. One of these is Yakkima, located near the station of the same name. The hotel complex is located right on the shore of the picturesque Lake Panyarvi.
The complex has a bar and a restaurant with a banquet hall for 100 people. Those who wish can visit the billiard room, sauna and even cinema. There is a pool on site.
Accommodations
The complex includes a hotel, which houses 42 very comfortable and cozy rooms, as well as 3 VIP cottages.
The number of rooms consists of apartments of different levels of comfort:
- Category standard. Includes one single room and 14 double rooms
- Luxury category. It includes 2 single rooms, 1 room with a large bed for two guests, as well as 1 double room with a large bed and extra bed, 8 double and 6 triple rooms.
Cottages for VIP guests have 2 floors. On the ground floor there is a spacious living room, a bathroom and a bedroom. And on the second, a spacious bedroom and a balcony were successfully located. It should be noted the presence in all cottages of the "warm floor" system and a Jacuzzi.
Welcome to the beautiful Karelia! In the city of Lahdenpohja, the hotels are cozy and comfortable, and the picturesque nature is simply mesmerizing.