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Vanhan Koulun Majatalo

Guesthouse with free parking, in the vicinity of Räsävaaran Näkötorni

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Family Room, Shared Bathroom | View from room
Family Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Economy Studio | Private kitchen | Shared fridge, microwave
Economy Studio | View from room
Front of property
Located near Lieksan Orthodox Church and Satama, Vanhan Koulun Majatalo offers a genuine retreat. Enjoy evenings by the firepit, rejuvenate in the sauna, or explore local cycling routes. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities ensure a comfortable stay.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Economy Double Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Double Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pet friendly
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pet friendly
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Economy Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Studio

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

Economy Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Sofa bed
2 bedrooms
  • 55 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 5 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Niinilahdentie 47, Lieksa, 83960

What's nearby

  • Koli National Park - 14 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Satama - 14 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Koli Nature Centre Ukko - 17 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Koli Slopes - 20 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Ukko-Koli - 21 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Lieksa Station - 66 min drive
  • Joensuu (JOE) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kolin Ryynänen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Grill it! - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tervaskanto Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kolin Alamaja - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Café Latva - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Vanhan Koulun Majatalo

Guesthouse near Räsävaaran Näkötorni
Located close to Satama, Vanhan Koulun Majatalo provides a terrace, a firepit, and a garden. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this guesthouse. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, express check-out, and express check-in
  • A TV in the lobby, outdoor furniture, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Vanhan Koulun Majatalo include amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Guidebooks and local maps
  • Heating and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1955
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 12.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 12.0 per day
  • Bed sheets fee: EUR 13 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Vanhan Koulun Majatalo Guesthouse Lieksa
Vanhan Koulun Majatalo Guesthouse
Vanhan Koulun Majatalo Lieksa
Vanhan Koulun Majatalo Lieksa
Vanhan Koulun Majatalo Guesthouse
Vanhan Koulun Majatalo Guesthouse Lieksa

Frequently asked questions

Is Vanhan Koulun Majatalo pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Vanhan Koulun Majatalo?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Vanhan Koulun Majatalo?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vanhan Koulun Majatalo?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Vanhan Koulun Majatalo located?

Situated in a national park, this guesthouse is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Räsävaaran Näkötorni and within 6 mi (10 km) of Satama and Koli National Park. Koli Slopes and Ukko-Koli are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Vanhan Koulun Majatalo Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kirsi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A pleasant stay at an unique hostel. Dog friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Back to school

Great atmosphere, and very friendly staff. Basic hostel like service, but clean and tidy. If you like hotels/hostels with personality, this is for you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reija

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A hidden gem!

A hidden gem in the countryside of Koli! Authentic and personal style in this old school building converted to a hotel. Spacious rooms and common areas. Very nice and cool owners who warmly welcomed even our dog. Very good value and a special experience for our family!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hyvä
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ihana persoonallinen miljöö, miellyttävä ja avulias emäntä.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Juha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rauhallinen paikka ainakin ympäristön puolesta. Hyvä keittiö kokata. Siisti ja ilmeisesti vast'ikään kunnostettu sisältä.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hinta-laatusuhde hyvä. Huoneessa 30 astetta lämmintä, joten tehokkaampaa viilennystä olisin kaivannut. Myös valmis aamiaisnahdollisuus omatoimiaamiausen sijaan olisi ollut kiva.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Mukava henkilökunta. Omatoiminen aamupala.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Timo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Olimme bookanneet kaksi huonetta, joista toisessa majoittuisi koira. Saimmekin erillisen kaksion jossa oli oma iso keittiö ja eteinen ja oma wc (erillisissä huoneissa ei ollut) sekä erillinen sisäänkäynti talon päädyssä. Majoittuminen sujui mukavasti ja tarpeemme oli huomioitu erinomaisesti.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Ihan miljöö

Majatalon miljöö oli ihana. Sisustus ja varustelut olivat hyvät. Emäntä oli avulias. Mutta seinät ovat ohuet huoneiden välillä, ja riippuu muista asukkaista miten hiljaista on. Vaikka kuinka hiipii, narisevat vanhat lattialaudat ja sänkykin kylkeä kääntäessä. Kolille ja uimarantoihin oli n. 5-10min automatka.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Taina

Liked: Staff & service

Ok majoitus pariksi yöksi.

Hinta laatusuhde ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Tommi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Topi&Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ystävällinen ja rauhallinen ilmapiiri. Koiraystävällinen paikka. Ihana ympäristö. Pöytäjalkis ilahdutti! Kotoinen, rustiikki sisustus, jossa muistettu rakennuksen historia. Rento meininki. Äänieristys olisi voinut olla pikkaisen parempi ilta-aikaan. Asiallinen ja asiakasta arvostava kohtelu henkilökunnan taholta. Itsepalveluaamiainen ihana. Jäi hyvä mieli.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Majoitus vastasi kuvausta

Oikein mukava majatalo. Kaikki tarpeellinen oli saatavilla ja luonto lähellä. Voisin mennä toistekin.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Niina

Liked: Cleanliness
Ystävällinen palvelu, kaikki tarpeellinen löytyi. Ihana sauna! Sijainti rauhallisessa maalaisidyllissä.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Roberto, Bergamo

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Per famiglie

Ostello un po’ fuori mano che ha bisogno di una seria ristrutturazione di bagni e serramenti. Molto ampia e ben fornita di stoviglie la cucina comune, pochi e malmessi i bagni (solo 2 per 7 camere, alcune familiari). Personale gentile.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Jari

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jos muistaa pitää vaatimustason retkeilymajan tasolla (oma huone kuitenkin) niin ihan OK. Tähän nähden hinta tuntui kuitenkin hiukan kovalta verrattuna pikku suomenkiertueemme muihin yöpymisiin, joissa suunnilleen samalla rahalla sai aika paljon enemmän vastinetta. Ehkä Koli on kallis alue?
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Tarja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tarinallinen ympäristö

Majoitus sopii oivallisesti Kolin kansallismaisemaan..
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Hyvä paikka!

Oikein mukava pieni majatalo. Hotellin pitäjä ystävällinen ja auttavainen. Muilla matkaajilla ainakin meidän aikanamme lemmikkejä mukana, mutta se ei haitannut, sillä ne käyttäytyivät hyvin. Tulemme takaisin!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Erkki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Vanhan koulun majatalo

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Markku

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ira

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Milena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

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