The beauty of the Karelian nature is known throughout Russia and outside the country. Excellent accommodation is offered by the best recreation centers in Karelia, both in winter and in summer. We can safely say that in any season this region is interesting to tourists for its virgin nature and ancient history.
Our article will present a top rating of the best recreation centers in the region, which will become an ideal place for unforgettable leisure. Each tourist will be able to find something of his own: to relax and enjoy the silence, forgetting about the noise of megacities, to spend an active vacation in nature, or just contemplate the beautiful landscapes of Karelia.
Benefits of rest in Karelia
In summer, you can go to the forest to pick berries and mushrooms, ride jet skis and fish for your pleasure in the local lakes. In winter, tourists will have the opportunity to saddle dog sleds and sleds, zip through the Karelian expanses on modern snowmobiles.
Which base you like best is difficult to answer. In fact, when choosing a location, you should rely on your personal needs. It is possible that you put peace and quiet in the first place, or you prefer to relax in comfort in modern log houses, where WiFi and numerous satellite TV channels are available.
TOP of the best recreation centers in Karelia
There are a lot of options. We analyzed different recreation centers and selected the TOP 10 of the best. When choosing, we relied on a variety of positive reviews and characteristics of recreation at the bases.
Many of the presented accommodation options are located on the shore of the lake and have their own restaurants with a rich fish menu. In large cottages, you can organize a holiday with the whole family or a festive event. But there are also small houses where you can sit, both completely alone, and alone with your loved one.
DENISOV MYS
In the Pryazhinsky district, in the village of Alekka, there is an amazing recreation center "Denisov Mys", which can be safely called the most comfortable in the region. It is surrounded by birch forests and a lake shore. Tourists are waiting for the sweet singing of birds, the cleanest air, where the notes of the smell of wood flicker. You can go berry and mushroom picking and enjoy a delicious fish menu.
Not a single guest will be bored. The base has its own billiards, shooting range, tennis and an area where you can play board games. In summer, you can swim in the lake, and in winter it becomes a skating rink where you can play hockey or practice snowmobiling. Ski routes are also organized here. They do not forget about comfortable conditions for children at the base. Young guests can take a ride on cheesecakes from a large slide in winter. The inventory can be rented.
On the Web, there are quite often positive reviews from the guests of the base, which say that the beach is comfortable and clean, equipped with a comfortable entry and pier, from which you can jump into the lake.
The guests of the base also like the restaurant, which pleases with delicious dishes, and even at an affordable price. The menu is presented by Russian and Karelian dishes. But even in such a good base, flaws were found.Users shared that not all rooms have refrigerators and it is stuffy enough to rest in summer. It is possible that these shortcomings will soon be eliminated by the administration.
TOURCENTER "RAINBOW"
The tourist center "Rainbow" could not get into our TOP. Here guests will find not only comfort, but also an abundance of different entertainments at any time of the year. There is a sports club on the territory, and here you can also rent a bicycle, sports equipment.
The tourist complex is located in the Pryazhinsky district, in the village of Alekka. The territory is surrounded by a pine forest. There is a rope park where only professional instructors assist tourists. There are also equipped fields for playing volleyball, football and basketball, there is an area for cooking on a fire, active entertainment for the whole family.
At the base there is a territory for organizing camping, which is always supported by the center's staff. In winter, sleds, ice sledges and snowshoes can be rented, hovercraft ride on the ice of the lake is available.
An excursion to the main sights of the region will be no less interesting. Sometimes the route takes a whole day. In winter, it is worth bringing along more warm clothes and stocking up on food.
Internet users have shared that they are unhappy with the fact that the sauna needs to be ordered in advance and the sooner the better, since it takes a very long time to warm up. Also, discontent is associated with the fact that in large houses there is only one shower, and bath accessories are not designed for the whole company. There were negative reviews of having to remind the housekeepers about cleaning the room.
INJUNAVOLOK
Recreation center "Inzhunavolok" is always glad to guests. It is located in the village of the same name in the Suoyarvi district on the shores of a beautiful lake, completely surrounded by a pine forest. Guests will be settled in modern houses, which are located right on the shore. The base works all year round.
If you want to actively spend your leisure time, then the best option would be to come here on vacation from May to September. You can rent fishing gear or a boat and go fishing on the lake. The base has its own huntsman, with whom you can go hunting. It is customary to hunt moose, duck, black grouse and bears here.
There is a private sandy beach with a barbecue area and a Russian bath. Also, master classes on teaching various crafts are regularly held, from time to time, local groups come with concerts.
In winter, only hunting and fishing are available from entertainment. Basically, during this period, leisure is associated with peace and tranquility.
It must be admitted that after analyzing the reviews of the guests, we concluded that they provide high-quality service at the base and take care of the territory. But there are also disadvantages. It is connected with the fact that in summer it often rains in Karelia, and therefore fishing and berry picking are inaccessible. But this is not the fault of the owners of the base. But the fact that the access to the territory is inconvenient should be improved.
GUEST COMPLEX "SEASONS"
This wonderful guest house is located in the village of Rautalahti, which is surrounded by forest. The nearest settlements are more than 10 kilometers away, and there are no highways nearby. The only thing is a small entrance to the territory. Everything is done here so that guests can enjoy peace and quiet.
There are islands in the middle of the lake, and you can swim in its water. You can also organize a picnic or go for a walk in the woods. Guests of the base can visit the cafe with panoramic windows. It overlooks the lake and serves delicious local and Russian dishes.
There is also a large heated swimming pool. It is located in a spacious hall with large windows and a pine forest. The staff will tell you how to organize fishing, where to go for a walk.
There are a lot of positive reviews on the Web from those who have already visited the Vremena Goda base. They note that the houses are very comfortable.But also problems with water supply, lack of lighting on the street were noticed. The guests also did not like the breakfasts, they say that the portions are too modest. But the nearest restaurant is several tens of kilometers away, and therefore you have to put up with it.
HOTEL KALEVALA
Hotel "Kalevala" is located in the Prionezhsky region in the village of Kosalma. It works all year round, but it is best to come here in the winter.
There is a heated indoor pool on site. There is also a karaoke room and Russian baths. Mass performances and concerts are organized in the evenings. The rooms have fireplaces, national invigorating drinks are served.
In winter, you can visit the heated gazebo with a barbecue. Even cold winds will not be afraid of guests in it. Picnic equipment is available free of charge. You can also visit a local restaurant. But food should be ordered separately for an additional fee.
It will not be boring during your vacation. You can go on excursions to local attractions. Many are for several days, so be prepared for camping and guitar singing around the fire.
It is recommended to visit the Marcial Waters resort, which has been known since the 18th century, the Kivach waterfall, wooden churches. From the reviews of tourists, we can conclude that WiFi is only caught at the reception, but there are also interruptions. There are also recommendations that in the summer it is better to come here by your own car and order excursions, as it will be boring without entertainment on the territory of the base.
TOURIST COMPLEX "KARYALA PARK"
The tourist complex "Karjala Park" is located in the village of Matrosy, Pryazhinsky district at st. Soyvazhporog, 3. Guests have access to comfortable conditions for recreation and active entertainment.
It must be said that this place is the only one in the region where the main tasks are aimed at active recreation and entertainment. Various excursions are organized, starting at the guest houses. You can saddle dog sleds, play with husky dogs, which will be remembered with pleasant impressions for a long time. Also ATVs are rented, on which you can drive over rough terrain. And this is just the beginning.
In winter you can rent a snowmobile and go to Kizhi Island, learn winter fishing and visit a reindeer nursery. In the reviews of the guests, it is said that the organization of recreation is thought out to the smallest detail.
The rooms are equipped with modern appliances and quality furniture. The restaurant serves breakfast, which is included in the room rate. You can also try national dishes and European menu.
And also there are no problems with WiFi and mobile communications. The reviews also say that the staff are professionals. These guys are always ready to help. upsetting guests are overpriced and old tourist camps that are located near the base and spoil the landscape picture.
COUNTRY COMPLEX "SILVER ONEGI"
The complex "Silver Onega" is located in the Prionezhsky district in the village of Uya at st. Rucheynaya, 2. Guests can expect a relaxing holiday. On the territory there are small wooden houses, which are surrounded by forest. Neither road noise nor sounds from the village can be heard here. In fact, this is a great place to relax with the whole family or a small company. Inside the houses there is a fireplace, modern furnishings with quality equipment, Wi-Fi connectivity and a TV. There is an exit to the terrace. But keep in mind that the complex does not have a lot of active entertainment. You can rent rowing boats, skis, sledges and catamarans.
There is also a Russian bath, where you can accommodate a company of 6 people. The bathhouse is open until 22:00. There is a stable 2 kilometers from the base, which can be visited by the whole family. Other animals live there, it will be interesting!
It is also recommended to go fishing on a catamaran, but be prepared that rental prices are high. The staff does an excellent job with their work, they are always ready to help.
But the reviews were not without drawbacks.It turns out that all the bedrooms are on the second floor, with a steep staircase leading there. In winter, guests were bored if there was no desire to fish and ski. Also, there is no playground for children on the territory, and the nearest attractions of Karelia are far away. A dirt road leads to them.
COTTAGE COMPLEX "UMOSTU"
The complex is located in the Olonets district in the village of Kukshegory, surrounded by an incredibly picturesque landscape. It is worth saying that in our TOP this is the only option that combines the elements of water and forest recreation. Guests are invited to go to pick berries and mushrooms in the forest, fish on the lake, go boating and kayaking. There is a Russian bath on the territory, where everyone will feel comfortable.
The staff is always on site and helps with any questions. You can organize excursions to the sights of the region, visit forest trails and local entertainment. Snowmobile, ATV and Jeep tours are organized here. And in the summer there is a “Week of Adventures”, where you can try all the entertainments of Karelia.
In the reviews, users speak positively about the territory of the complex, saying that it is clean and green. Fishermen love fishing, and many people appreciate picking berries and mushrooms in the forest. Just keep in mind that the Internet does not catch at the base, as well as in the nearest village. Mobile communication is available only in cloudless weather.
The disadvantages include the inability to cook food and have a picnic on the lake or beach. This can be done only in a strictly designated place.
BLACK STONES
Undoubtedly, this recreation center deservedly got into our TOP. It is located in the town of Sortavala in the village of Kirkkolahti. The sights of the Karelian region are located not far from the base.
The base "Black stones" offers all guests a variety of summer holidays, an atmosphere of comfort and tranquility. In the warm season, the full potential of these places is revealed. It is better to come here from May to September. You can rent water transport and get to interesting places by water.
A distinctive feature of this place is the organization of fishing under the guidance of an experienced fisherman and hunting for wild boar, deer with a professional huntsman. This is one of the few places in Karelia with an indoor pool and a large sports center for adults and children.
After walking through the forest and trying traditional dishes, you can go to rest in the bath complex. And if you want to be active, arrange an evening fishing trip. In the summertime, even at night it is as bright as day. For this reason, a lot of entertainment is available 24 hours a day.
After analyzing the reviews, we concluded that guests like the base. It is possible to rent equipment and vehicles for outdoor activities, both in summer and winter. You won't be bored. There are bicycles, catamarans, cheesecakes, a boat, a snowmobile, a jet ski for rent. You can also rent skates, sledges, rowing boats. There is a lot of inventory.
The guests also liked the neatness of the territory, the friendliness of the staff, as well as the work of the waiters in the restaurant. But the disadvantages were also noted, they relate to the meager breakfasts, which are included in the room rate, as well as the pressure of water in the shower.
COUNTRY RECREATION BASE "UYA"
Our TOP of the best recreation centers in Karelia is completed by an equally worthy place. The best conditions for fishing are organized here, guests can visit the bathhouse and swim in the private pool.
The recreation center "Uya" is located in the Prionezhsky district, in the Derevian rural settlement. I must say that there are a lot of positive reviews about this recreation center on the Web from guests who have already been there.
This is one of the first recreation centers in Karelia, which appeared in the region, taking for itself the best place for organizing a relaxing holiday and fishing. The territory is surrounded by a picturesque forest area on the coastal part of the lake. There are many bream and pike perch in its waters.
It is worth noting that the city is relatively close to the base. Those. at any time, if you wish, you can return to civilization. The guests are settled in houses made of Karelian pine.Inside there are many amenities that contribute to a comfortable stay for guests.
The base has its own sandy beach. It should be noted that it is clean, cleaning is carried out regularly. There is also a football field, a cafe and a barbecue house, baths. There is a playground for children.
You can order an excursion to the landmarks of the region. A trip to the famous Kizhi island is no exception. In the summer, guests can rent balls, badminton, laser tag equipment for free. In winter, you can ride a snowmobile, but at an additional cost. The base also has all the necessary attributes for fishing.
In general, "Uya" is in demand among tourists. There are a lot of positive reviews on the web. Guests convey their delight in the surrounding nature and tranquil relaxation. The guests also like the work of the staff, delicious food at a local restaurant.
But not everything is so smooth. There are also those tourists who did not like the fact that there are no activities and entertainment for children in winter. Younger guests might get bored. Also, if you are not going to prepare food yourself, you need to make your order in the restaurant in advance. And this is not immediately warned.
Summing up
On this our TOP rating of the best Karelian recreation centers has come to an end. In fact, we tried to select only 10 options, but we realize that there are still many worthy proposals. Share your experience in the comments below. Perhaps you have your favorite recreation centers that are worth visiting for other tourists in Karelia.
