Oravi Apartments – hotel accommodation in Oravi village
Your Gateway to Lake Saimaa’s Nature and National Parks
Your comfortable base for outdoor adventures – or a peaceful escape surrounded by Finnish nature.
Looking for a place to slow down, reconnect with nature and experience the real Finnish Lakeland? Oravi Apartments is a small, family-run apartment hotel in the charming lakeside village of Oravi, located between Linnansaari and Kolovesi National Parks.
Spend your days just the way you like. Explore the beautiful lake scenery by kayak, join a guided wildlife safari, go hiking or fishing, or simply enjoy the peace and quiet of Finnish nature.
Our clean and practical apartments offer everything you need for a comfortable stay, including a private kitchenette, bathroom, air conditioning for cooling in summer and a drying cabinet for outdoor gear. After a day of exploring, relax in the sauna.
The village shop, restaurants (seasonal), harbour, equipment rental and departure points for guided excursions are all within walking distance.
Oravi is approximately a 40-minute drive from Savonlinna, making it easy to combine your nature holiday with cultural experiences and attractions in the town.
Stay for a night or take your time – discover Lake Saimaa at your own pace!
Oravi Apartments Hotel
Kiramontie 1, 58130 Oravi, Finland
Rooms, saunas and facilities
- Hotel sauna included in the room price – unwind after a day full of activities.
- Harbour sauna by the lake – bookable all year round. Additionally in summer (June-August) the harbour sauna public hours is included in the room price when you book the room directly in our web shop or through our sales service
- Private kitchenette in every apartment– enjoy flexibility and comfort during your stay
- Eco-friendly accommodation – the entire hotel is designed with sustainability in mind and holds an official environmental certification (Eco compass). Read more about our actions here.
- Air-conditioning (air-source heat pumps with cooling function) in every room
- Free parking & electric vehicle charging available
- Grill hut & children’s playground in the hotel yard – a cozy spot for the whole family to enjoy
- Oravi Apartments is a comfortable place to stay while exploring the beautiful Lake Saimaa region by bike. Read more about our cyclist-friendly services →
- Pets are welcome in the ground floor rooms of the apartment hotel
- The restaurant is situated only 100 meters from the hotel. Breakfast, lunch and dinner available. Check out the opening hours here
Location Near Two National Parks
Whether you are a hiker, paddler, angler or nature lover, Oravi Apartments offers the perfect base for both relaxing and active holidays.
Linnansaari National Park is located right next to the village, with daily boat transfers departing from Oravi harbour. In winter, a marked winter trekking route to the national park starts directly beside the hotel.
Kolovesi National Park is approximately a 45-minute drive from Oravi, and during the paddling season you can reach it by canoe or kayak via the beautiful Joutenvesi route, starting straight from Oravi harbour.
Experience Finnish Lakeland at Your Own Pace
Life in Oravi follows the rhythm of the seasons. Enjoy peaceful mornings by the lake, explore quiet forest trails, discover local Finnish food and relax in a traditional sauna after a day outdoors.
You don’t need a busy itinerary to enjoy your stay. Sometimes the best moments are the simplest ones – watching the changing light over the lake, listening to the sounds of nature or enjoying a slow morning with a cup of coffee.
Whether you stay for a weekend or a longer holiday, Oravi offers a chance to experience the Finnish way of life in a small lakeside village.
Open Year-Round
Oravi Apartments is open all year round, and late check-in is possible even outside reception opening hours. Restaurant Ruukinranta is generally open from May to September. The village shop and café are open year-round, offering groceries, snacks and light refreshments.
As opening hours vary by season, we recommend checking restaurant and shop hours before your arrival, especially if you are arriving in the evening.
Book Your Stay – Comfortable Accommodation in Oravi
Studio for 1-2 persons
Every studio has a private entrance, 2 beds and a sofa, WC, shower, hair dryer, kitchenette (hot plate, kettle, coffee maker, micro wave oven, refrigerator, sink, pots and pans), TV, Wi-Fi and drying cabinet. All rooms have air source heat pump for fast heating/cooling.
Apartment for 4 persons
Every apartment has a private entrance, bedroom, 4 beds, WC, shower, hair dryer, kitchenette (hot plate, kettle, coffee maker, micro wave oven, refrigerator, sink, pots and pans), TV, Wi-Fi and drying cabinet. All rooms have air source heat pump for fast heating/cooling.
Saimaa seal mini-break for 2 persons
Available: 6th May – 3rd June
Would you like to see the cute Saimaa Ringed Seal in theirnatural habitat?
The package includes an accommodation in twin room, breakfasts in restaurant Ruukinranta, private hotel sauna (1h) and a 3 hour seal safari in a mixed group.
Book online and pay on arrival.
Max. 2 guests
Easy Seal Paddling holiday for 2 persons
Available: 10th May – 31st May
The package includes accommodation in twin room, breakfasts in restaurant Ruukinranta, canoe or double kayak with paddling equipment and Package includes an accommodation in twin room, breakfasts in restaurant Ruukinranta, canoe or double kayak with paddling equipment and private sauna by Oravi canal for 1 hour.
Max. 2 guests
Easy Paddling holiday for 2 persons
Available: 1st June – 31st August
Are you looking for a relaxing paddling holiday without camping in the wild?
Package includes an accommodation in twin room, breakfasts in restaurant Ruukinranta, canoe with paddling equipment and private sauna by Oravi canal for 1 hour.
Max. 2 guests
Linnansaari Safari and Apartment -package for 2 persons
Available: 12th June – 29th August
Price includes and accommodation in Oravi Apartments twin room for 2 nights, breakfasts in Restaurant Ruukinranta, regular boat tickets to Linnansaari National Park (round-trip) and waterfront sauna by Oravi canal.
Max. 2 guests
Autumn colors mini-break for 2 persons
Available: 1.9.-31.10.
During this overnight mini-break you’ll visit the Linnansaari National Park for a day tour, enjoy traditional Finnish sauna by the lake and sleep cozy in Oravi Apartments.
Package includes an accommodation in twin room, breakfasts delivered to the room, private waterfront sauna 1h, boat transfer to Linnansaari National Park (round-trip).
Book online and pay on arrival.
Max. 2 guests
Easy Autumn Paddling holiday for 2 persons
Available: 1st September – 18th October
Are you looking for a relaxing paddling holiday without camping in the wild?
Package includes an accommodation in twin room, breakfast baskets delivered to the room, canoe with paddling equipment and private sauna by Oravi canal for 1 hour.
Winter Nature Holiday for 2 persons
Winter Nature Holiday package is available normally January-March (season starts when the winter hiking ice trail can be opened)
The package includes an accommodation in Oravi Apartments twin room for 2 nights, breakfast baskets delivered to the room, one private waterfront sauna and the lake hut firewood fee.
Book online and pay on arrival.
Max. 2 guests
