
Hotel Kakola
Kakolankatu 14, 20100 TurkuOnce, people were sent here. Now, they come here.
Hotel Kakola is one of Finland’s most unique hotels. It is an experience set in a former county prison, where a colourful history meets modern hospitality.
Built in 1890, the county prison was given new life as a hotel after the prison closed. The history of the place is still very much present, but life within these old walls has entered a new era. This privately owned family hotel places a strong emphasis on personal service, local character and responsible choices.
Breakfast is an important part of a great hotel experience. Hotel Kakola’s generous breakfast buffet is served every day. Our breakfast is made with pure, high-quality ingredients and changes with the seasons, with local produce and Finnish ingredients taking centre stage. We favour local producers and the best ingredients each season has to offer.
Here, the past can be seen in the walls, history lives on in the stories and the most important meal of the day is something to savour.
Breakfast: Mon–Fri 6:30–10 Sat–Sun 7–11 Lunch: Mon–Fri 11–14 Dinner: Mon–Thu 16–22 (kitchen closes at 21:30) Fri 16–23 (kitchen closes at 22:30) Sat 14–23 (kitchen closes at 22:30)


Guest Chef
Christopher Lai
Michelin-starred chef Christopher Lai is a renowned figure in the Nordic culinary scene and currently serves as Food and Beverage Manager and Culinary Leader at Bjertorp Castle, Sweden. He is known for his modern Nordic cuisine, influenced by classical French and Italian cooking.






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