Comfortable accommodation near Art Center Salmela

Stay at Unelma, your private apartment in a historic merchant house, less than 4 km from Taidekeskus Salmela.
Majoituspaketti alk. 365 € /2 vrk / 2 hlöä

Etsitkö majoitusta Taidekeskus Salmelan läheltä? Huoneistomajoitus Unelma sijaitsee alle 4 kilometrin päässä Salmelasta ja tarjoaa viihtyisän, kokonaan omaan käyttöön varattavan huoneiston Salmela-vierailusi tukikohdaksi.

Majoituksen lisäksi jääkaapissa odottavat brunssi-aamiaistarpeet kahdeksi aamuksi sekä Vierulan tilan alkoholittomat vadelmakuohut. Halutessasi voit täydentää vierailua lisäpalveluilla, kuten puusaunalla, hieronnalla tai opastetuilla elämyksillä. 

A comfortable base for exploring Art Center Salmela and Mäntyharju

Less than 4 km from Taidekeskus Salmela

Entire 75 m² apartment for your private use 

Quiet residential location

Easy access to the village centre and railway station

Optional extra services and insider tips from a local guide

Majoituspaketti sisältää:

Kahden yön majoituksen historiallisessa kauppiastalossa

Majoituksen 2-4 hengelle

Brunssiaamiaisen tarpeet  kahdeksi aamuksi

Vierulan alkoholittomat vadelmakuohut

Pyyhkeet

Loppusiivouksen

Perfect for:

Couples seeking a relaxing getaway

Groups of friends

Anyone interested in art and culture 

Visitors to Art Center Salmela

Travellers arriving by train

Pictures
from the apartment and
our garden

Art Centre Salmela is less than 4 km away, and you are also welcome to enjoy our charming garden at your leisure. Additional services include guided house and garden tours, breakfast supplies delivered to the apartment, and massage treatments available on the ground floor of the house.

Enhance
your experience

Get personal recommendations from an official local guide for exhibitions, cafés, nature trails and other attractions in the area.

Picture your perfect cultural escape...

Arrival

You arrive at a fully prepared apartment, pour yourselves a glass of sparkling refreshment and settle in.

Emännän vinkki: Nauttikaa huoneistossa tai puutarhassa. 

Stay in a historic merchant house dating back to 1939. The entire top floor is yours to enjoy, offering the comfort and privacy of Huoneistomajoitus Unelma. 

Unelma is a comfortably furnished private apartment with its own entrance, offering a peaceful place to stay during your visit to Mäntyharju.

Our neighbourhood is a quiet residential area located just 900 metres from the market square and railway station. Art Center Salmela is less than 4 kilometres away.

Check-in is normally from 5 PM onwards, although earlier arrival can often be arranged. 

Art Center Salmela

Spend your day exploring the exhibitions of Art Center Salmela, visiting local cafés and enjoying the atmosphere of summer in Mäntyharju.

Art Center Salmela is one of Finland's best-known summer art exhibitions and attracts tens of thousands of visitors each year. From Unelma, Salmela is less than a ten-minute drive away. The exhibitions are open daily from 6 June to 15 August 2026, from 11 AM to 6 PM. 

Within walking distance from Salmela, you will also find our beautiful wooden church and the historic Iso-Pappila museum area.

Other Places Worth Visiting in Mäntyharju

Local boutiques Some of my personal favourites are: Puoti Suerte (a little boutique shop), Tarjan Muotipuoti (a fashion shop for women), Makasiinin Puoti & Kahvila (a unique café and boutique next to the train station). 

Summer Theatre? Mäntyharjun Kesäteatteri (summer theater) is located near Art center Salmela. 

Nilkko Taproom microbrewery: Nilkko is a cosy small brewery taproom worth visiting, and it is within a short walking distance from Unelma. 

Departure

On your departure day, you still have time to explore a few sights or enjoy a peaceful moment in our garden.

Café walk: Visit Makasiinin Puoti & Kahvila, located just a short walk from Unelma. The local flea market Mäntykirppis is often open daily during summer, and you may discover unique Finnish design treasures to take home.  

Museums: Did you know that Mäntyharju has ten different museums? If you are travelling south, consider stopping at Miekankoski Café and visiting the nearby Rafting Museum. 

If your departure day falls on a Saturday, you can easily join Unelma's guided garden tour. Unelma Garden Tour. On other days, the tour can be booked as a private experience. 

Ryönänhovi garden About a 15-minute drive north of Unelma, Ryönänhovi Garden welcomes visitors during the summer season for a small entrance fee. Please check opening times in advance. 

Check-out is normally by 1 PM. If you would like to stay a little longer, feel free to ask about late check-out availability.

You are warmly welcome! 

Breakfast delivered, a traditional sauna or a relaxing massage?

Would you like to add relaxation, the warmth of a traditional sauna, or local experiences to your stay? Explore our additional services and create a visit tailored just for you.

Good to know

✓ Private entrance and self check-in with keys

Free parking on site 

✓ Railway station only 900 metres away

✓ Pets welcome

Please note: The apartment is not wheelchair accessible. It is located on the third floor of our family home and can only be reached by stairs. The staircase is wide and equipped with handrails.

Comfort throughout the seasons: The house has natural ventilation, and guests can adjust the room temperature to their preference. Windows can be opened when needed, and during summer the bedrooms are equipped with fans. A portable cooling unit is also available in the apartment.

Art and Culture in the Historic Summer Landscapes of Mäntyharju 

Accommodation

Concerts

Art

Host's tips: Looking for something a little different? For a small additional fee, you can paint your own oil painting to take home as a memorable keepsake. Massage services are available on the ground floor of the house, and our traditional Finnish wood-heated sauna can also be heated for your enjoyment. 

Tailored for you.

You can also choose accommodation only, without any additional services. Stay in a historic merchant house less than 4 kilometres from Taidekeskus Salmela. The cosy apartment provides a peaceful retreat after a day of art, summer theatre, local cafés and exploring the beauty of Mäntyharju in summer. 🌿

Warmly welcome!

Photos from the opening day of Art Centre Salmela, 6 June 2026