Ilves of new stories

Original Sokos Hotel Ilves has been a legend since its birth. When the revolving doors of Ilves revolved for the very first time in 1986, it was a remarkable period. Ilves was the biggest, the highest and the prettiest of its time.

Now the renewed legend has come back to life. The completely renewed rooms, even more diverse restaurant offering and warm, Tampere hospitality make Ilves a lively meeting place for locals and travellers alike. The landmark towering in Tampere's stunning rapids scenery is an event hotspot where you can relish life from early in the morning to late at night.

The story of Hotel Ilves stretches back over forty years. Within its walls, countless memorable moments have unfolded, from the early days of building a landmark in the heart of the city to its role in Tampere’s modern urban culture. Inspired by a simple matchbox, the hotel’s bold architecture and long-standing reputation as a place where people come together have made Ilves a destination guests return to year after year. And even today, new stories continue to begin here.