Accommodation

Monastery accommodation year-round

Every season has its own character in Valamo.

Summer brings a vibrant monastery environment, lush courtyards, Proceedings, and a lively visiting season. Then Valamo is at its best for those who want to enjoy diverse Services and the summer monastery atmosphere.

From autumn to spring, Valamo offers a different experience: more silence, more spacious facilities, and time to breathe amidst daily life. Autumn colors, winter peace, and spring's first bright days make each visit a unique experience.

Our Accommodation prices follow seasonal demand. During the busiest summer season, prices are higher, while during autumn, winter, and spring, you can stay in Valamo more affordably. This way, you can choose the right time and way to experience the unique atmosphere of the Monastery.

Monastery accommodation is available year-round for visitors – from Hotel-level rooms to hostel-level Guesthouses. Valamo's Accommodation options are located in different buildings within the monastery area, a short walking distance from each other.
Vastaanotto, matkamuistomyymälä and viinimyymälä are located in the Service Center. Café-Restaurant Trapesa also operates near the accommodation buildings.
Moving between Accommodation and Services in the monastery area is done on foot. All facilities are smoke-free and peaceful, without Televisions or radios, so that the visit supports rest and contemplation.
Accommodation includes a monastery breakfast, served daily at Café-Restaurant Trapesa.

Travelers with a Pet are also welcome to Valamo.
The Monastery has a limited number of Pet rooms, so please book them in advance through our Sales Service.

INDIVIDUAL ACCOMMODATION RESERVATIONS

You can view available accommodation options and prices via the booking link above. Prices vary according to date and season.
Through this website, it is possible to make individual Accommodation Reservations for future dates.

Accommodation Reservations can be made for future dates; same-day available accommodation options can be inquired about at the monastery reception or Sales Service. Special prices are valid only on the Monastery's Reservation website.

Travelers with a Pet are also welcome to Valamo. We have a limited number of Pet rooms available, so please book them in advance through our Sales Service.

Full-board packages for Christmas and Easter, as well as other Monastery Services, are booked through the Sales Service (meals, Monastery taxi, Exhibitions, guidance, and other supplementary programs).

GROUP RESERVATIONS FROM SALES SERVICE

Valamo Monastery is a unique destination for group travel. Group Accommodation Reservations are made through the Monastery's Sales Service.
More information about our group Services can be found in the for groups menu. Our Sales Service assists with all matters related to Accommodation and other Monastery Services.
A monastery trip can also be given as a Gift to a friend. You can buy a Gift certificate from the Monastery's online store. The Gift certificate is also valid for Valamo Lay Academy course fees.

ACCOMMODATION BOOKING AND CANCELLATION TERMS

The reserved room is available on the day of arrival from 4:00 PM, and checkout is by 12:00 PM on the day of departure. Cancellation of an individual accommodation booking must be made no later than the day before the arrival date. For later cancellations, the monastery has the right to charge the price of one night.
No refund will be issued for a prepaid booking due to cancellation of the trip, but it is possible to change the date of a paid booking once, subject to availability. In this case, an additional seasonal charge may apply. These terms apply to individual accommodation bookings. Booking and cancellation terms for groups are agreed upon separately during the booking process.

Valamo Monastery Sales Service
tel. +358 17 570 1810 (Mon-Fri 9 AM - 3:30 PM)
salesservice@valamo.fi

Monastery Hotel

The Monastery Hotel offers comfortable, hotel-standard accommodation in Valamo's unique environment. Room options include double rooms with separate beds and some rooms with extra beds. Some rooms are also suitable for families, and the hotel also has accessible rooms and apartments. There is a refrigerator and a microwave in the hotel lobby. The rooms have a kettle, coffee, and tea. Valamo's wireless Wi-Fi network is available. There is a wheelchair ramp at the entrance to the Monastery Hotel. The hotel's facilities are peaceful and minimalist: the rooms do not have televisions or radios, so that the stay supports rest and contemplation.

Small Hotel

The Small Hotel is located near the main hotel building and offers a peaceful option for solo travelers. Its amenities are simpler than the main hotel, but it is functional and comfortable.
The Small Hotel has single rooms, and shared washing facilities (shower and toilet) are located in the hallway. The rooms have a kettle, coffee, and tea.
Guests can also stay in the Small Hotel with pets by prior arrangement.

Lay Academy Hotel

Hotel-standard accommodation is also offered by Valamo Lay Academy Hotel two-story accommodation building (no elevator), which has single and double rooms with separate beds. All rooms have a shower and toilet. There are kitchens available for guests on both floors of the Institute Hotel. Valamo's wireless Wi-Fi network is available. There is a wheelchair ramp at the entrance to the Institute Hotel.

Guesthouses

In the Monastery courtyard, there are the Red and White Guesthouses, offering modest, hostel-level Accommodation. The Guesthouses have single and double rooms, as well as some more spacious rooms. In addition to a bed/beds, room amenities include a table, chair, and wardrobe. Shower and toilet are located along the corridor. Linen is included in the prices. On the ground floor of the White Guesthouse, there is a compact kitchenette with a Refrigerator, microwave, and Kettle.

Saunas

The monastery saunas are also available for guests by reservation. A summer favorite is the lakeside sauna, which can accommodate approximately 7-8 people at a time.

Note! Sauna reservations must be made at least 1 day before the reservation starts.

PRICES 2026

Lakeside Sauna (available only in summer)

70€ / 1.5 hours
Additional hours 35€ / hour

Hotel / College Hotel Sauna:

70 € / 1.5 h
Additional hours 35€ / hour

Sauna reservations from the monastery reception, tel. 017 570111

There are public sauna slots for both male and female guests in the hotel sauna on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

"There is room for contemplation in the monastery."

Contact information

Driving directions and transport connections

Invoicing addresses and bank details
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Visiting hours

Valamo Monastery is open year-round. Services' visiting hours vary by season.

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