Hotel Mesikaemmen - Ahtari

Lakeside hotel adjacent to Finland's first natural zoo

Location & Surroundings

Hotel Mesikämmen sits on the banks of the Hankavesi River, 700 ft from Ähtäri Zoo. The zoo is Finland's first natural zoo, home to pandas and Finnish wildlife. Guests can walk to Flowpark adventure park, the lake beach at Peränteen uimaranta, and nearby jogging trails, tennis courts, and a golf course.

Rooms & Accommodations

All rooms at the hotel have lake-view balconies, flat-screen TVs, and free WiFi. Family rooms and allergy-free rooms are available, and pets are allowed. The building, completed in 1976, was designed by architects Timo and Tuomo Suomalainen, known for Helsinki's Temppeliaukio Church.

Dining & Breakfast

A free self-serve breakfast is included in the room rate and served with lake views. The hotel's restaurant offers à la carte dinner, which during summer is available on the roof terrace. Note: breakfast and restaurant services are on break from December 29 to February 3, 2025.

Wellness & Recreation

Guests have year-round access to spa and wellness services, including an indoor swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, and massage. A free gym is available, and recreational options include bowling, billiards, and a night club. The adjacent swimming hall Loiske and lake beach provide additional water activities.

Family & Pet-Friendly

The hotel offers family rooms and facilities for disabled guests, with designated smoking areas and allergy-free options. Pets are accommodated, and children enjoy the nearby Ähtäri Zoo and Flowpark adventure park. Entertainment includes live music and activities for children, plus a bowling alley and night club.

• Location: Adjacent to Ähtäri Zoo on the Hankavesi River
• Rooms: Lake-view balconies, family and allergy-free rooms
• Dining: Free self-serve breakfast with lake views, à la carte dinner
• Wellness: Indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, massage, free gym
• Recreation: Bowling, billiards, night club, nearby golf and tennis
• Family: Children's activities, zoo access, Flowpark adventure park
• Pet Policy: Pets allowed, allergy-free rooms available