Lapland Hotels Arena

The train which arrives to Tampere goes under this Arena Hotel, and you can see it from the train station, so it is very easy to find it. It's 5 min walk. Despite of this I rarely heard the trains from my room. You have access to the Nokia Arena from the hotel too, and if you have ticket, you don’t have to go out and enter again. The receptionist told me that I can use any entrance I want to get in the hotel, but I prefered to use the one labeled with „Lapland Hotel Arena”. The receptionist and everybody were very very kind, polite and helpful. The breakfast was a bufet. It was rich (one of the richest I saw in north Europe) and you can choose whatever you want. Sweet and salty, cold and cooked, everything. There were „free from” options too, As a vegetarian I had no problem to find soooo many things to eat. The food were labeled in both English and Finnish. There were non-vegetarian food too. My favourite were the blueberry juice and that spicy baked potato. I saw several type of joghurt in a jar, but I didn’t find a small bowl for it, maybe it was for drinking. I have never had a breakfast in candel light before, but it was super super fancy. But the fanciest thing, what I liked the most was the elevator. Some rooms have sauna, but alternatively you can use the one on the 12th floor. I didn’t try them, but it’s Finnland I guess it is perfect. On the TV screen you have access to many important information about the hotel and the room, including room service, air conditioner, room sauna, everything. This was the only one hotel in north Europe I stayed, where I could open the window. I was very happy for it. In the bathroom there were soap, shampoo, body wash, everything with Skandinavian pine scent. It was a bit strong, what I didn’t like for the first time, but after I read it is a scent of pine I realized, that this is really is. There were a kettle, cups, coffee and tea bags in the room, and iron if you need it. Just can't wait to come back.

Had no issues with finding the entrance - video guides sent beforehand were very useful. The location is great if you are attending an event at the arena, as you don't even have to go outside. The staff was very friendly and nice, provided me with all the information I needed. I turned up quite early, prepared to leave my luggage and come back to check in later, however the receptionist found a room which was ready and I could go there straight away! I asked for a small favour before arrival and the staff went above and beyond to fulfill my request. The room itself was cosy, with warm decor and beautiful lighting. The bathroom was very nice (it even had a speaker so you can listen to music/tv), with lovely toiletries. I had an issue with the shower but it was sorted within 10min of calling reception. Lots of choice at breakfast, and the restaurant (as well as the reception) had a nice atmospheric decor. The elevators work a bit differently, but I really like it and I think they are actually more efficient, especially at busy times.

Very clean and modern hotel and quiet and cool room with comfy bed. Super nice staff, everyone. Cleaners, chefs, waitresses, lady at check-in, just everyone were super polite and made us feel welcome to stay. What a great service! And what a breakfast! Wow!

Great hotel and so easy to access from town. An easy walk to most places. The staff were super friendly and attentive. Having our own sauna in the room was an added plus. We were staying to attend the Bryan Adams concert - amazing to be able to get the lift to the arena from our room floor!

Close to the city core in Tampere and close to the University (I was at a conference). The breakfast buffet was amazing. Everything was clean and fresh. Perfect when you have things to do all day and need a great place to sleep. I would not recommend if you wanted to hang out in the room (I did not want that) because the room was small.