Located close to Mansikkalahti and Sapokka Water Garden, Gasthaus Vanha-Merivartioasema provides free full breakfast, a terrace and a firepit. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Kotka, Gasthaus Vanha-Merivartioasema is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mansikkalahti and River Park, while Sapokka Water Garden and Maretarium are popular local attractions. Kotkan Kaupunginteatteri and St Nicolai Kirkko are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Kotka travel guide
Guest house remodelled in 2022 and located near Mansikkalahti
Located close to Sapokka Water Garden and Maretarium, Gasthaus Vanha-Merivartioasema provides free full breakfast, a terrace and a firepit. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self-parking and extended parking
Express check-out, express check-in and secured bike storage
Meeting rooms, coffee/tea in reception and a TV in reception
Room features
All guest rooms at Gasthaus Vanha-Merivartioasema feature comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Children's books and art supplies
Hypo-allergenic bedding and memory foam beds
Showers, bidets and hairdryers
Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and dishwashers
Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Bicycle storage
Library
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Art supplies
Children's books
Children's games
Children's toys
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Guest services
Housekeeping (weekly)
Business services
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Firepit
In a provincial park
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift
Smooth flooring in public areas
Thin carpet in public areas
More
2 buildings
3 floors
Built in 1962
Communal living room
Designated smoking areas
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Renovated entire property - February 2022
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam mattress
Bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
More
Connecting rooms available
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Portable fan
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to checkout, or pay an additional cleaning fee of EUR 30 (exact amount varies) at checkout
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests will receive a text message 15 minutes before arrival with the check-in code.
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and outdoor lighting
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Gasthaus Vanha Merivartioasema
Gasthaus Vanha-Merivartioasema Kotka
Gasthaus Vanha-Merivartioasema Guesthouse
Gasthaus Vanha-Merivartioasema Guesthouse Kotka
Frequently asked questions
Is Gasthaus Vanha-Merivartioasema pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Gasthaus Vanha-Merivartioasema?
Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.
What time is check-in at Gasthaus Vanha-Merivartioasema?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Gasthaus Vanha-Merivartioasema?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is Gasthaus Vanha-Merivartioasema located?
Located in the heart of Kotka, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Mansikkalahti and Sapokka Water Garden. Maretarium and Kotkan Kaupunginteatteri are also within 1 mi (2 km). Kotka Station is 25 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Gasthaus Vanha-Merivartioasema Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.4
Cleanliness
5.6
Amenities
7.8
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 89 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 89 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 89 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 89 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 89 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Inka
30 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice - amazing view!
Inka
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Kenneth
13 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The Gardenhouse was nice to stay. God parking and near the city.
Superb new Gasthaus in Kotka. The location is really convenient Gasthaus is located at the top of the hill within nice recidential area. City center and all key sights are within walking distance. The property is an old coast guard station and everything has been renovated honoring the history of the building. So, this is a sea themed Gasthaus were some of the rooms have private bathroom and others shared. There is also a large community kitchen that is fully equipped and perfect for making your own breakfast or even dinner, Great views, amazingly clean and easy to park. Highly recommended for a stay in Kotka
Lack of own bathroom with this price was disappointment.
Jussi
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
4/10 Poor
Erkki
13 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Ei oikeastaan hotelli vaan hostelli. Ei henkilökuntaa paikalla, koodilla pääsi sisään. Vessa ja suihku käytävällä. Hankala sijainti mäen päällä, omakotialueen läpi pääsi rantaan. Meluisa huone, kuorsaus kuului seinän läpi. Aamulla piti ottaa lakanat sängystä ja viedä roskat. Nyt majoitun samaan hintaan Holiday Club Vierumäellä!
Huonekuvauksessa ei mainita lainkaan, että huoneessa on vain jaettu wc+kylpyhuone. Tämä olisi ehdottomasti syytä lisätä kuvaukseen.
Muuten hostellityyppiseksi majoitukseksi ok, aamupala hyvä ja maisemat yläkerran loungesta hienot.
Mukava majoitusvaihtoehto.
Huone oli siisti, yksinkertaisesti sisustettu ja omalla kylpyhuoneella. Minibaari-kokoinen jääkaappi oli hyvä lisä.
Majatalo sijaitsee hyvässä ja rauhallisessa paikassa mäenhuipulla, josta on helppo lähteä kävellen kiertämään Kotkansaaren puistoja nähtävyyksiä.
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Nice option for accommodation.
The room was clean, simply decorated and it had a private bathroom. Minibar sized frigde was a nice addition.
Guesthouse is located in a quiet place on top of a hill and from there it is really easy to walk around Kotka city to see the parks and do some sightseeing.
Todella siistit huoneet ja rauhallinen majoituspaikka.
Huoneessa ei ollut ilmastointia, joten helteellä huone oli todella kuuma. Onneksi yöllä oli viileämpää ja huoneen ikkunan sai auki viilennystä varten.
Upea ja rauhallinen ympäristö ja ystävällinen henkilökunta.
Lämpöisellä säällä huone on kuuma, vaikka käytössä on tuuletin. Televisio olisi plussaa. Itse oman huoneen siivoaminen (roskien vienti, lakanoiden poisto) mielestäni näillä hinnoilla pitäisi kuulua hintaan. Aamupalabuffet erittäin hyvä näin kesällä. Erittäin rauhallinen.
Hyvä sijainti. Kävellen pääsee 15 min keskustaan. Siistit huoneet ja kelpo aamiainen. Kaikista huoneista ei ole merinäköalaa. Bonus sijainnista näkötornin vieressä, jonne kannattaa kiivetä ihailemaan maisemia.
Positiivinen yllätys! Käytännön järjestelyt toimivat hienosti, ja saimme nukuttu hyvät unet. Aamupala oli erittäin hyvä: lapsille mieluisia olivat erityisesti vohvelit, joita sai paistaa itse, ja itse olin positiivisesti yllättynyt gluteenittomien tuotteiden tarjonnasta.
Voisin yöpyä täällä toisenkin kerran. Suosittelen.