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Reviews of Beach Hotel Santalahti

Mastotie 1, 48310 Kotka, Finland

#7 of 11 hotels in Kotka

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Review score

Based on 93 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    7.6

  • Staff

    8.2

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.6

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  • Reviewed: 2 April 2025

    9.0
    Nice and decent hotel to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Sea View Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    The breakfast maybe was a bit minor. Although there were options to choose, but they provided it in a limited number since it was us who the only real hotel guest there. Nonetheless, in general we are satisfied with everything provided.

    At first, I thought it would be a just and normal hotel with fair price. But it turned out that the hotel exceeded my expectation. Although the room was small, but it had a modern-look, and was clean as well. The sea-view was also nice from the balcony.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 October 2024

    8.0
    Good place to spend a night if travelling to the city of Kotka
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Forest View Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location was nice and rooms were clean and comfortable. Pin code system worked well.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Forest View Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Netflix

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Forest View Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    My 2nd stay at the hotel. Personnel is very friendly. My room was small but fully sufficient for me. Breakfast was excellent, with a view of the sea. Modern hotel on the beach, but the real highlight is a nature path that starts not far away and leads to some sections of incredibly beautiful shoreline with large boulders, smooth rock faces and great forest paths.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2024

    7.0
    A great place if you’re looking for a beach holiday, activities and restaurants nearby
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Side Sea View Family Room with Balcony and Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The facilities were a bit outdated, as well as the building itself. We didn’t try the food, but it was rather expensive, and not many options for a vegeterian, especially vegan. We didn’t have bathroom in our room, the toilet was outside the room but it was very small. It was far from the city, so you would need a car.

    The bed was great. We were delighted that there was instant coffee and tea in the room. The location was at the beach. We enjoyed minigolf nearby, where was a restaurant-bar as well. All in all the stay was pleasant.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2024

    9.0
    Nice hotel with a beautiful location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Forest View Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We liked everything.

    The location is beautiful and there is a nature trail nearby. Room was clean and beds were good for sleeping. The breakfast was also better than I expected!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    9.0
    I would stay here again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Family Room with Large Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Handrail on the staircase needs to be fitted please. My father has limited mobility, and the handrail would have made a major difference to him and maybe others in the future. The other criticism would be that on both nights we stayed there, the restaurant shut at 5pm, which was not mentioned at time of booking. Fine, the local supermarket provided what was needed for an picnic supper on the balcony (The K Market is about 10 minutes away by car). However, felt lost business opportunity here as the hotel seemed full on the second night. Also, it would not have harmed to send a message saying the restaurant was shutting early (Did give a later time on the room key envelope), and maybe offer clients a cold food platter with a drinks choice. The food platter would be an extension of the breakfast offering. Thinking added value here.

    If you want somewhere (When we stayed there) that is quiet and peaceful, pleasant location, and out of town, then this place is for you, Breakfast was very good as well.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    9.0
    All good. Recommended.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Family Room with Large Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rich breakfast with multiple options that you could expect in Finland. Nice lettu. Big dining area overlooking the sea.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    8.0
    My stay was disappointing due to limited amenities and services.
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Side Sea View Family Room with Balcony and Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    I didn't like that at the time of arrival, there was no clerk working in reception, which made it difficult to get assistance when needed. Additionally, there was no electric or smoked sauna available, nor was there a preheated sauna. Furthermore, the grill room was not open during my stay, which was disappointing.

    Certainly! - **Breakfast:** I enjoyed the variety and quality of the breakfast options available. The buffet had a wide selection of fresh fruits, pastries, and hot dishes, which made for a satisfying start to the day. - **Room:** The room was spacious, clean, and well-appointed. I appreciated the comfortable bed and modern amenities provided, which made my stay very comfortable. - **View:** The view from the room was stunning. Whether it overlooked the city skyline, lush gardens, or serene water bodies, it added a beautiful touch to the overall experience.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Family Room with Large Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast was very good. Interestingly, they didn't count my children's breakfasts (age 2 and 5) in the price! The room was very clean and staff are super nice and helpful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Side Sea View Family Room with Balcony and Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The payment process is a little bit complicated if you arrive late and have to leave early in the morning, before the reception is opened. It would be easier, if it could be done online.

    Place was in a great location and getting in to the building and in to the room was with a code.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2024

    7.0
    I cannot rate the view or the surroundings of the hotel. there was a snow storm during my stay
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Side Sea View Room with Balcony and Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    at winter season the reception and restaurant close at 18.00

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2023

    8.0
    Ok hotel in great location with fantastic nature trail
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Forest View Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Just the price ... sure, the location right on the shore and it was in the middle of the summer, but still a bit pricey for what it is, in my opinion. But what do I know about costs these days!

    A decent hotel in a great location - right on the seashore, looking over the bay, next to a larger campground and sandy beach area with various facilities. Staff were friendly and breakfast great. My room was small but ok, it even had a small balcony, but overall nothing particularly special. There is a stunningly beautiful nature trail close by that takes you through the forested tip of the peninsula and along the mighty rocks of the sea shore. So: location a plus, nature trail a double plus, hotel itself decent and ok but nothing too special.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Sea View Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    They did not have a vinelist so that we could choose a vine djuring our meal!!!!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2023

    8.0
    Peaceful hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Sea View Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The sauna was not working. The other saunas were booked privately

    Nice view from the room. Room was clean.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Side Sea View Family Room with Balcony and Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had heavy luggage, so we wished there was a lift. 😊

    Hyvä hinta-laatusuhde. Very nice hotel with a great view and the beach is just right in front. The hotel is clean and the staff is friendly.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2023

    8.0
    Good stay with a sea view
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Sea View Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    The building, room and balcony felt old and a bit worn out. The shampoo in the bathroom was almost empty.

    Great location, amazing sea view, quiet neighborhood

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2023

    7.0
    Not quite a hotel experience but tries hard
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Forest View Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pillows were too squashy, not comfortable enough to prop up for watching TV or reading in bed. The breakfast was hit and miss - some days gluten free bread was provided but sometimes not. Not enough gluten free options in general.

    Lovely bathroom and shower with good lighting. The coded door locking system worked well providing easy access.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2022

    7.0
    Very enjoyable close to our relatives in Kotka
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Forest View Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Room quite small and could get very warm ,no air conditioning but fan provided

    Helpful staff ,breakfast had reasonable hot selection cooked and replenished fresh. Excellent shower room Cleanliness of room Childrens play area in dining room kept little one’s entertained Outside decking area was lovely ,comfortable furniture ,amazing views Close to beach and play area ideal location for our visit

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2022

    9.0
    Lovely hotel!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Family Room with Large Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing to complain about really but if I may suggest two things: friendlier staff and a slight improvement for breakfast.

    Very nice location, clean rooms and bathroom, great facilities and amenities (e.g., slippers were provided for free), amazing view and atmosphere and fairly reasonable price.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2022

    8.0
    Nice for a weekend getaway, for a longer stay we'd probably go somewhere else.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Sea View Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We felt that the (at times quite loud) music playing on the terrace all day was unnecessary, and since our room was facing the same direction, we couldn't really "escape" it either. We would have preferred a more quiet environment and for example enjoy breakfast without the extra noise. The beach and terrace offer little opportunity for shade when the sun burns down, and the privacy on the sea view room's balcony isn't great, as people can look right up right at you from the terrace.

    Good value for a shorter trip. Very nice location, friendly staff and a beautiful sandy beach. Beautiful view from the terrace/restaurant! Overall not too busy, which we enjoyed. We arrived by bus and taxi and thanks to the restaurant didn't need to make any other arrangements and could focus just on relaxing. The close-by Santalahti nature path is amazing and highly recommended!

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Sea View Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dinner only till 8 (will probably be different in the main season)

    Nice rooms

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2025

    6.0
    Simple lodge by the beatch but quite far away from the town
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Forest View Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Hotel was a bit noisy in the morning when some people left very early and the noise isolation is not very good there. In winter time, the rooms are a bit cool. More suitable for warmer temperatures.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 January 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Sea View Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    That place it’s very amazing:)

    Stayed in January 2025

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