Budget accommodation in Turku during the Christmas party season

Why does the Christmas party season drive up hotel prices in Turku?

The Christmas party season drives up hotel prices in Turku due to a sudden surge in demand. In December, workplaces, groups of friends and families are all simultaneously seeking accommodation in the city centre close to restaurants and party venues. When everyone wants to stay overnight on the same weekends, hotels can raise their prices significantly.

Hotels in Turku city centre take advantage of this seasonal demand peak. As the booking situation tightens, prices can rise to as much as double compared to normal weekends. Premium-class hotels in particular raise their prices aggressively, as they know that companies will pay for their employees’ Christmas party accommodation.

The cyclical nature of pricing in December means that prices start to rise as early as late November. During the final weeks, available rooms become really expensive, if they are available at all. This is why it is worth making a budget-conscious accommodation choice early on – or choosing a hotel that does not follow the same pricing model as traditional hotels.

How can you find an affordable hotel room in Turku city centre during the Christmas party season?

Finding affordable city centre accommodation during the Christmas party season is possible through booking at the right time and taking advantage of self-service hotels. Book your accommodation as soon as you know the date of your Christmas party in October. The later you leave your booking, the more expensive the accommodation will become.

Self-service hotels, such as Omena Hotels, offer significant savings compared to traditional hotels. We do not have reception services that increase costs, so we can keep prices low even during peak seasons. In Turku, Omena Hotels are located on Humalistokatu and Kauppiaskatu – both in central locations within walking distance of the best restaurants and party venues.

The importance of location is emphasised during the Christmas party season. When you choose a hotel in the city centre, you save on taxi costs and can quickly return to the hotel to rest between celebrations. At Omena, you can also avoid extra costs, as every room has a fridge, microwave and kettle for your own refreshments. This means you do not have to pay for expensive hotel breakfasts or minibar prices.

What advantages does a self-service hotel offer for Christmas party goers?

A self-service hotel offers Christmas party goers the freedom to come and go according to their own schedules without reception queues or office hours. When you celebrate late, you can return to the hotel at any time – you do not have to worry about reception being closed or your room being given away.

The self-service concept is excellent for both groups of friends and work colleagues. Groups of friends appreciate the freedom and opportunity to prepare for celebrations at their own pace. Work colleagues, on the other hand, benefit from the fact that everyone can move independently without the whole group having to wait for each other at reception. Rooms are available for up to three or four people, which makes accommodation even more affordable for groups.

How much can you save by choosing a budget hotel in Turku?

At Omena Hotel you get value for money with Finnish quality beds, your own bathroom and all the necessary amenities. Rooms have a fridge, microwave and kettle, so you can save even more money by buying your own refreshments from a nearby shop. Quality does not suffer from the affordable price – you get just as good a night’s sleep as in expensive hotels, but without unnecessary extra services that you will not have time to use during the Christmas party season.

Christmas party accommodation does not have to cost a fortune when you know where to look. Omena Hotels offer affordable overnight stays in several of Finland’s largest cities. In addition to Helsinki, Tampere and Turku, you can also stay cheaply in hotels elsewhere in Finland: we also serve travellers in Jyväskylä, Pori and Vaasa, Joensuu and Hanko. Choose the location that suits you best and focus on what is most important at Christmas parties – good times with friends.