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De Gamlas Hem Hotel & Restaurant

Kirkkokatu 54
Rated 8.6 in 1539 reviews

De Gamlas Hem Hotel & Restaurant, located in the charming city of Oulu, Finland, offers a unique blend of historical charisma and modern comfort. As a boutique hotel, it prides itself on providing a personalized and intimate experience for its guests. The hotel's name, which translates to "The Old Folks' Home," is a nod to its origins as a residence for elderly women, a history that it honors with its thoughtfully preserved architecture and decor. This homage to the past is complemented by contemporary amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Upon entering De Gamlas Hem Hotel & Restaurant, guests are welcomed by an atmosphere that blends traditional Finnish elegance with modern touches. The carefully curated interiors, featuring warm wood accents and tasteful furnishings, create a cozy yet stylish environment. The hotel offers various services designed to enhance the guest experience, including complimentary Wi-Fi and a welcoming lobby area perfect for relaxation or informal meetings.

The on-site restaurant is a highlight, celebrated for its commitment to quality and seasonality. It offers a menu that showcases fresh, locally sourced ingredients, allowing guests to enjoy authentic Finnish cuisine. The culinary team combines traditional flavors with contemporary techniques, resulting in dishes that are as visually appealing as they are delicious.

Conveniently located near Oulu's city center, De Gamlas Hem Hotel & Restaurant serves as an ideal base for exploring the area's attractions, including cultural landmarks and natural beauty. Its blend of historical charm, contemporary comforts, and dedication to personalized service makes this boutique hotel a distinguished choice for visitors to Oulu.

Climate and Weather

January
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February
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Oulu Cathedral
Oulu Cathedral
Cathedral in Oulu, Finland
1.3km / 0.83mi
Oulu Art Museum
Oulu Art Museum
Art museum in Oulu, Finland
1.9km / 1.2mi
Science Centre Tietomaa
Science Centre Tietomaa
Science centre in Oulu, Finland
1.9km / 1.2mi
Heinätorinpuisto Park
Heinätorinpuisto Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
320m / 340yd
Holy Trinity Cathedral
Holy Trinity Cathedral
Orthodox cathedral church in Oulu, Finland
160m / 170yd
Hupisaaret Islands
Hupisaaret Islands
Park in Oulu, Finland
1.9km / 1.2mi
Oulu Castle
Oulu Castle
Former castle in Oulu, Finland
1.4km / 0.9mi
Hollihaka Park
Hollihaka Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
360m / 400yd
Kalasääski ja lohi
1960 sculpture by Oskari Jauhiainen, located in Oulu, Finland
1.3km / 0.81mi
Sailor's Home Museum
Sailor's Home Museum
Museum in Oulu, Finland
1.4km / 0.87mi
Northern Ostrobothnia Museum
Northern Ostrobothnia Museum
Museum in Oulu, Finland
1.6km / 1mi
The Statue of Frans Michael Franzén
The Statue of Frans Michael Franzén
Sculpture in Oulu, Finland
1.4km / 0.84mi
Franzén Park
Franzén Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
1.3km / 0.83mi
Mannerheim Park
Mannerheim Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
0.6km / 0.39mi
Bobby at the Marketplace
Sculpture in Oulu, Finland
1km / 0.62mi
Pohjan neito
0.9km / 0.54mi
Polskis
1976 sculpture by Kari Huhtamo located in Oulu, Finland
1.9km / 1.2mi
Madetoja Park
Madetoja Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
1.2km / 0.76mi
Pokkinen Park
Pokkinen Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
1.3km / 0.78mi
Karjasilta Church
Karjasilta Church
Church building in Oulu, Finland
1.7km / 1mi
Kiikelinpuisto
Park in Oulu, Finland
0.9km / 0.56mi
Otto Karhi Park
Otto Karhi Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
1.1km / 0.66mi
Åström Park
Åström Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
1.5km / 0.95mi
Kyösti Kallio Park
Kyösti Kallio Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
40m / 40yd
HopLop
1.1km / 0.71mi
Linnansaari
Island of Oulu, Finland
1.4km / 0.84mi
Statue of Leevi Madetoja
Statue of Leevi Madetoja
Sculpture in Oulu, Finland
1.3km / 0.79mi
Path to Enlightenment
1986 artwork by Laila Pullinen located in Oulu, Finland
2km / 1.2mi
Snellman Park
Snellman Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
1.1km / 0.7mi
Yrjö Kallinen Park
Yrjö Kallinen Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
0.9km / 0.56mi
Groke Stone
Groke Stone
Painted rock in Oulu
0.7km / 0.45mi
Tuira Church
Tuira Church
Church building in Oulu, Finland
2.3km / 1.5mi
Oulun rauhanyhdistys
2.4km / 1.5mi
Kastelli Church
Kastelli Church
Church building in Oulu, Finland
3.8km / 2.3mi
Vauhtipuisto
Vauhtipuisto
Amusement park in Oulu, Finland
3.1km / 2mi
Alpo
Alpo
3.6km / 2.2mi
Seamen's Mission
Christian organisation
2.4km / 1.5mi
Nallikari beach
Nallikari beach
Beach in Oulu, Finland
3.4km / 2.1mi
Hiironen gym
Outdoor gym
3.8km / 2.4mi
Oulujoki Parish Church
Oulujoki Parish Church
Church in Oulu, Finland
4.9km / 3mi
Holy Family of Nazareth Church
Holy Family of Nazareth Church
Church building in Oulu, Finland
4.4km / 2.8mi
Oulu Automobile Museum
Oulu Automobile Museum
Automobile museum in Oulu, Finland
5km / 3.1mi
St. Thomas Church
St. Thomas Church
Church building in Puolivälinkangas, Oulu, Finland
4.2km / 2.6mi
University of Oulu Botanical Gardens
University of Oulu Botanical Gardens
Botanical garden in Oulu, Finland
6.4km / 4mi
Oulunsalo Church
Oulunsalo Church
Church building in Oulu, Finland
7.9km / 4.9mi

What to do in Oulu and near De Gamlas Hem Hotel & Restaurant

Oulu Cathedral
Oulu Cathedral
Cathedral in Oulu, Finland
1.3km / 0.83mi
Oulu Art Museum
Oulu Art Museum
Art museum in Oulu, Finland
1.9km / 1.2mi
Science Centre Tietomaa
Science Centre Tietomaa
Science centre in Oulu, Finland
1.9km / 1.2mi
Heinätorinpuisto Park
Heinätorinpuisto Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
320m / 340yd
Holy Trinity Cathedral
Holy Trinity Cathedral
Orthodox cathedral church in Oulu, Finland
160m / 170yd
Hupisaaret Islands
Hupisaaret Islands
Park in Oulu, Finland
1.9km / 1.2mi
Oulu Castle
Oulu Castle
Former castle in Oulu, Finland
1.4km / 0.9mi
Hollihaka Park
Hollihaka Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
360m / 400yd
Kalasääski ja lohi
1960 sculpture by Oskari Jauhiainen, located in Oulu, Finland
1.3km / 0.81mi
Sailor's Home Museum
Sailor's Home Museum
Museum in Oulu, Finland
1.4km / 0.87mi
Northern Ostrobothnia Museum
Northern Ostrobothnia Museum
Museum in Oulu, Finland
1.6km / 1mi
The Statue of Frans Michael Franzén
The Statue of Frans Michael Franzén
Sculpture in Oulu, Finland
1.4km / 0.84mi
Franzén Park
Franzén Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
1.3km / 0.83mi
Mannerheim Park
Mannerheim Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
0.6km / 0.39mi
Bobby at the Marketplace
Sculpture in Oulu, Finland
1km / 0.62mi
Pohjan neito
0.9km / 0.54mi
Polskis
1976 sculpture by Kari Huhtamo located in Oulu, Finland
1.9km / 1.2mi
Madetoja Park
Madetoja Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
1.2km / 0.76mi
Pokkinen Park
Pokkinen Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
1.3km / 0.78mi
Karjasilta Church
Karjasilta Church
Church building in Oulu, Finland
1.7km / 1mi
Kiikelinpuisto
Park in Oulu, Finland
0.9km / 0.56mi
Otto Karhi Park
Otto Karhi Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
1.1km / 0.66mi
Åström Park
Åström Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
1.5km / 0.95mi
Kyösti Kallio Park
Kyösti Kallio Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
40m / 40yd
HopLop
1.1km / 0.71mi
Linnansaari
Island of Oulu, Finland
1.4km / 0.84mi
Statue of Leevi Madetoja
Statue of Leevi Madetoja
Sculpture in Oulu, Finland
1.3km / 0.79mi
Path to Enlightenment
1986 artwork by Laila Pullinen located in Oulu, Finland
2km / 1.2mi
Snellman Park
Snellman Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
1.1km / 0.7mi
Yrjö Kallinen Park
Yrjö Kallinen Park
Park in Oulu, Finland
0.9km / 0.56mi

About Oulu

Oulu, Finland, offers a variety of experiences that reflect its unique culture and natural beauty. One of the highlights is the Oulu Market Hall, which is a great place to sample local delicacies and shop for regional products. The atmosphere here captures the essence of Finnish daily life.

Another significant attraction is Oulu Castle, which, although in ruins, provides insight into the region's history and serves as a picturesque backdrop for leisurely walks. The nearby Oulu Cathedral is also worth visiting for its beautiful architecture and serene ambiance.

For those interested in nature, Hupisaaret Park is a peaceful area to explore. It features walking paths, lakes, and gardens, making it an ideal spot for relaxation or a picnic. In winter, the park transforms into a beautiful snowy landscape, perfect for winter sports or just enjoying the scenery.

Art enthusiasts can visit the Oulu Museum of Art, which showcases Finnish and international contemporary art. The museum often hosts exhibitions and events that highlight local talent and artistic expression.

If you're looking for outdoor activities, Nallikari Beach is a popular destination during the summer months. It offers opportunities for swimming, sunbathing, and various water sports. In winter, the beach is transformed as people engage in ice fishing and other winter activities.

Lastly, experiencing the local cuisine is essential. Oulu's restaurants often focus on using fresh, local ingredients, allowing you to sample traditional Finnish dishes.

Exploring Oulu provides a balanced mix of cultural, historical, and natural experiences that can appeal to a wide range of interests.




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