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Six kilometres southwest of Savonlinna, this Christian college offers rooms in a variety of
buildings in a peaceful location near a lake. Each building has a kitchen; some have good
common areas. There's a big range: some cheaper rooms in Villa Tupala are brighter than
pricier ensuite rooms in Wanha Pappila, for example. Facilities include bikes and meals.
HI discount.
Bus 3 stops nearby. Signposted 'Kristillinen Opisto'.
SS Heinävesi
BOAT
Jun-late Aug)
After 5pm during high summer, this steamer offers cramped but cute two-bunk cabins.
There's a good chance of getting a bed here, even during the opera festival, and it's
moored right in the centre of things.
Vuohimäki
CAMPGROUND
( 015-537-353;
www.suncamping.fi
;tent sites €15 plus €5.50 per person, 4-person r €75-80, cabins
€65-90; early Jun-late Aug; )
Located 7km southwest of town, this campground has good facilities but fills quickly dur-
ing July. You can hire canoes, bikes and rowing boats. Rooms and cabins are cheaper in
June and August.
Perhehotelli Hospitz
HOTEL
(
MAP
GOOGLE MAP
;
015-515-661;
www.hospitz.com
;Linnankatu 20;s/d €88/98; Apr-Dec;
)
This cosy Savonlinna classic was built in the 1930s and maintains that period's elegance.
The rooms are stylish, although beds are narrow and bathrooms small; larger family rooms
are available. Balconies cost a little extra. There's a pleasant terrace and orchard-garden
with access to a small beach. Opera atmosphere is great with a midnight buffet, but rates
rise (single/double €130/155): book eons in advance.
Lomamokkila
B&B, COTTAGES
