Scandic has signed a long-term lease agreement with property developer SRV for a new 144-room Scandic Go in Oulu, Finland. The hotel will be centrally located in northern Finland’s largest city and is expected to open during the second half of 2025.
The new Scandic Go will have a strategic location in downtown Oulu with direct access to the main square, the historic market hall and many popular restaurants and shops in the heart of the city. Often referred to as the capital of northern Finland, Oulu is a hub for technology, science and education, appealing to domestic and international business travellers alike.
The hotel market in the region is attractive and also draws leisure travellers interested in outdoor activities, festivals and cultural events during the summer months. More recently, tourism related to the Northern Lights and mountain activities has grown substantially, helping make the city a popular year-round destination.
“It’s gratifying that we’re continuing to expand Scandic Go to key destinations where we see growth opportunities and increasing demand from business and leisure travellers. The hotel’s strategic location in the city centre complements our existing portfolio and addresses the lack of hotels in the economy segment in the region, says Jens Mathiesen, President & CEO of Scandic Hotels Group.
