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Hotel Oscar

3.5 star property
Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel with free breakfast

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Standard Twin Room
Property amenity
Standard Twin with sauna
Reception
Property amenity

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Kauppatori 4, Varkaus, 78250
  • Place, Art Centre Vainola
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mekaanisen Musiikin Muse
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Taipale Canal Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Budget Single Room

Budget Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Budget Twin Room

Budget Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Queen Room

Standard Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Family Room

Standard Family Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Family Room

Superior Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite

Suite

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Eco Single

Eco Single

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Eco Twin

Eco Twin

7.8 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin with sauna

Standard Twin with sauna

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Varkaus

Heart of Varkaus.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Art Centre Vainola and 2 miles (3 km) of Kämärin uimaranta with a stay here. Mekaanisen Musiikin Muse and Water Tower Sightseeing Platform are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Art Centre Vainola - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kämärin uimaranta - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mekaanisen Musiikin Muse - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Taipale Canal Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Water Tower Sightseeing Platform - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Varkaus Station - 14 min walk
  • Kuopio (KUO) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ABC Varkaus - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hesburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Presso - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Warkauden portti - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gaffer-Cafe - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Hotel Oscar

Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel with free breakfast
Hotel Oscar offers its guests a sauna and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. The family-friendly Hotel Oscar also features a terrace, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Varkaus hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 166 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Oscar offers 166 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. This Varkaus hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Scandic Oscar
Scandic Oscar Hotel
Scandic Oscar Hotel Varkaus
Scandic Oscar Varkaus
Hotel Oscar Varkaus
Oscar Varkaus
Hotel Oscar Hotel
Hotel Oscar Varkaus
Hotel Oscar Hotel Varkaus

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Oscar to the airport?

Hotel Oscar is 57 mi (68-min drive) away from the Kuopio (KUO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel Oscar have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Oscar.

How close is Hotel Oscar to the beach?

This hotel is 1 mi (3-min drive) from Kämärin uimaranta.

Does Hotel Oscar offer free breakfast?

Hotel Oscar offers free buffet breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Hotel Oscar?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Oscar?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Hotel Oscar?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Oscar have a pool?

Hotel Oscar does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Oscar have a restaurant?

Hotel Oscar is home to Oscar, which features local cuisine.

Does Hotel Oscar have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Oscar to downtown Varkaus?

Hotel Oscar is 0.5 mi away from Varkaus.

Hotel Oscar Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 606 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 606 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 606 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 606 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 606 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christophe

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nora Kiia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sami

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

John Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
NB At the moment, there are road works in front of the hotel, so access is by foot only. Complimentary parking at the rear of the hotel was available. The lady in Reception who checked us in was very friendly and efficient. Our room had recently been renovated, as had the sauna, the bed was very comfortable, though the room’s furniture, mottled grey leather sofas, were unexpected and quite un-Scandic. At the time of our stay there was no heating (nor aircon) in our room. As it was a colder summer day, we thankfully had the sauna to compensate for the lack of heating. Breakfast was good with plenty of choices, but the level of service was unprofessional. As an example, we asked for a basic Finnish breakfast speciality, & the answer was “Ei O” Perhaps a customer service refresher course for the restaurant & kitchen staff would be beneficial.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Teppo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Next time we choose Oscar again

We were a bit surprised to find this nice hotel in Varkaus. The room was a bit old but everything was working well. We enjoyed the plenty breakfast. Next time we choose Oscar again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Keep coming back...

"Old fashion hotel" (in a good way), nice rooms and friendly staff. Been here before, will come again when staying in Varkaus.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I love this place. Friendly, convenient, claen, excellent amenities and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Location determind the selection of this hotel :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Klaus B.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

8/10 Good

Mervi, Espoo, Finland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Scandic Oscar in Varkaus

We stayed here for one night on our way from Kuopio to Savonlinna in July 2010. Basically I'm quite happy with the hotel, it was otherwise like we waited for a 3 star hotel except there was +29 degrees in the room (as it was a very hot weather outside!). In the hotel description there was an air condition mentioned but that was useless. I asked about that from the reception guy but he commented that unfortunately it is already working at full power. Instead in the reception it was quite cool and nice but I understood that part of hotel was renovated. The room was quiet and breakfast was good. The hotel is in the center of the city but some bars were close to it, that's why I feel that the environment was not that nice. Hotel's parking place was already full as we arrived quite late, we needed to leave our car to the street near a night club but luckily no damages to the car.

10/10 Excellent

Sari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Siisti huone, ystävällinen palvelu
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ystävällinen vastaanotto ja tilava ja siisti huone
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Pia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Liisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fint bemötande, trevlig personal, sköna sängar och tyst rum för en god sömn. Välsmakande middag med fin service. Vi kommer gärna åter!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Erityisesti arvostan yhden hengen huonetta, jossa on yksi vuode. Huone oli viihtyisä ehkä juuri sen takia. Kahden vuoteen huone yhdelle on jotenkin loukkaavaa. Huone oli siisti, henkilökunta huumorintajuista.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

jani

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Huone oli siisti ja klassisesti sisustettu. Aamupala tuore ja toki vanhat klassikot (muna, pekoni ja puuro) löytyivät
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

jari

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Maiju

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025