LIFE · your own sauna
25 apartments in 8 types, from 44 to 103 m². One to three bedrooms, a private kitchen, washing machine and terrace or balcony. Every apartment has a sauna. We match the bed layout to your group size and need for privacy.
GROUPS & SPORTSOne shared goal.
One shared goal.
Space to recover.
Apartments for teams, camps and groups in Ukonniemi, Imatra. Accommodation, room arrangements and meals through one point of contact.
SPORTS CAMPS · UKONNIEMIYour sport.
Your sport.
Your camp.
Choose your sport for venue information and practical accommodation details.
Cross-country and roller skiing
From first snow to summer training
Ukonniemi brings together early-season snow, roller skiing and supporting training facilities. At Saimaa LIFE & LIGHT, a kitchen, your own washing machine and separate bedrooms support days with several training sessions.
First-snow track 2026
The city has announced opening on 14 October 2026 with approximately 2.3 km. The full track is around 4.2 km: a further 1.1 km is planned for late November and a 0.8 km stadium loop for the end of November, weather permitting. Lighting: 06:00–22:00. Starting point: Ottelukatu 11, Imatra. Check open sections, conditions and ski passes before your camp.
Roller skiing and ski service
The snow-free season offers a 3.5 km roller-ski track. Ventilated waxing cabins can be rented at the stadium, and Saimaa Sport provides ski servicing. Reserve your required service space separately. In your accommodation enquiry, include meal times, room allocation and the structure of your training days.
Biathlon
Shooting range and camp planning
Ukonniemi Stadium has 30 shooting lanes with an automatic Kurvinen Biathlon Targets system. The city asks for camp and group reservations at least 14 days before arrival. Confirm range slots, target fees and operating rules separately.
Ukonniemi first-snow track
The range also serves biathletes during the first-snow season. The announced 2026 track opening is 14 October with about 2.3 km; the full approximately 4.2 km network opens in stages depending on conditions. Lighting is 06:00–22:00; the starting point is Ottelukatu 11. Plan ski and shooting sessions around the open track sections and confirmed range slots.
Athletes, coaches and support staff
The roller-ski track supports camps outside the snow season. We plan apartment allocation, separate beds and meal times around your programme. Your own laundry and kitchen simplify camp routines; LIFE has private saunas and LIGHT has drying cabinets. Include your support staff’s space requirements when requesting a proposal.
Cycling
A race trip or a training week
Saimaa LIFE & LIGHT is a practical base for road, gravel and mountain-bike riders, including groups visiting events such as Saimaa Cycle Tour. Your kitchen helps with an early breakfast and race-day meals, and you can wash your riding kit in the apartment.
Keep your bike close
You may bring your valuable bike inside the apartment. Tell us the number of bikes and riders so we can choose suitable apartments and plan the space. Separate bedrooms help your group rest when training and departure schedules differ.
Routes and departure day
The Imatra area offers road and gravel routes, MTB trails and Karhumäki pumptrack in Ukonniemi. The city’s cycling page provides maps for different sessions. Tell us your event or training programme, meal requirements and whether you need a late departure. Late check-out is confirmed subject to availability.
Figure skating
Ice within walking distance
Imatra Ice Hall is within walking distance of Saimaa LIFE & LIGHT, at Ottelukatu 1. It has a 28 × 60 m main rink and a 26 × 56 m training rink. The area has hosted camps for both singles and synchronised skating.
Off-ice training
The ice hall’s running straight, mirror, conditioning equipment and gym support training days. Other nearby spaces can be requested for dance, mobility and jump sessions. Confirm ice time, off-ice rooms and your group’s access before finalising the camp.
Accommodation for the whole camp
We plan apartments for skaters, coaches and accompanying families around your needs. Your kitchen makes snacks between ice sessions easy. Meals can be arranged for the whole group, and every apartment has a washing machine for longer camps. Tell us the skaters’ age group, number of adults and need for separate bedrooms.
Ice hockey
Team routines within walking distance
Imatra Ice Hall, at Ottelukatu 1, is within walking distance of your accommodation. Its two-rink setting supports camp and tournament trips once the required ice time has been confirmed. We also accommodate two-team groups and plan separate arrangements for coaches and support staff.
Plan equipment care in advance
Ask the ice hall about equipment storage, drying rooms and the skate-sharpening room. Its laundry has two washing machines and two large dryers. Agree changing-room and service-space access with the venue for your camp. Include team numbers, support staff and equipment storage needs early in planning.
Meals around your match schedule
LIGHT options with 4, 6 or 8 beds make team allocation straightforward. LIFE offers different apartment sizes with private saunas. Both include kitchens and washing machines. Share your match or training schedule and any need for late departure so the proposal fits your team’s day.
Football
Indoor training and outdoor pitches
Ukonniemi Arena’s artificial-turf surface measures 104 × 67 m; the whole arena is 115 × 75 m. The indoor venue supports training regardless of weather. Outdoor facilities include a 105 × 65 m artificial-turf pitch and natural-grass pitches. Pitch choice and available slots depend on your dates.
The complete training day
The arena has four changing rooms with showers, a 110 m four-lane sprint straight and a 300 m running loop for conditioning. The address is Ottelukatu 9. Pitch time, conditioning facilities and any practice matches must be arranged separately.
Accommodation for a tournament or camp
Players, coaches and support staff can be allocated to separate apartments. Your kitchen allows snacks and breakfast around your programme, and we arrange meals for groups of any size. Tell us team numbers, age groups, separate-bed requirements and the provisional match schedule.
Athletics, racket sports and other disciplines
A camp built around your discipline
Our Ukonniemi apartments also welcome athletics, Finnish baseball, tennis and padel groups, and clubs in other disciplines. Your sport, training venues and apartment allocation shape the stay; we plan accommodation around them.
Training environment
Athletics facilities include the stadium and indoor training areas at Ukonniemi Arena. Tennis has a two-court indoor hall and outdoor courts; padel is available indoors and outdoors. Hilly trails, training stairs and an outdoor gym offer conditioning options. Book the spaces and equipment your discipline requires separately with the operator.
What to include in your enquiry
Tell us your discipline, camp purpose, dates, athlete and adult numbers, and training venues. Add your preferences for meals, separate bedrooms and a shared meeting space. We will prepare an accommodation proposal with a clear apartment allocation, agreed services and price.
Training slots, venue admission and transport are not automatically included in accommodation. Your offer states exactly what is included.
APARTMENTS AROUND YOUR GROUPThe right apartments.
The right apartments.
A clear bed plan.
LIGHT · 4, 6 or 8 beds
18 ground-floor apartments. Each has 47.5 m², two bedrooms, a kitchen, washing machine and drying cabinet. The four-person type has four single beds; the six- and eight-person types also use bunk beds. The separate sauna complex is booked independently.
Bed capacity is different from the number of private bedrooms. Your proposal includes an apartment allocation and bed layout suited to your group.
COMFORT FOR LONGER STAYS
More than a place to sleep.
Kitchen and meals
Breakfast at your own pace and snacks between training sessions or work. We can also arrange meals for groups of any size.
Laundry and recovery
A washing machine in every apartment. LIGHT also has a drying cabinet; LIFE has a private sauna. Separate bedrooms and a living area give you shared space and room to rest.
The essentials included
Bed linen, towels, final cleaning, Wi-Fi and shared parking are included. Cleaning during longer stays and linen changes are agreed in your proposal.
SERVICES AROUND YOUR GROUPAccommodation and meals.
Accommodation and meals.
One point of contact.
We arrange meals for groups of any size. A separate sauna and late check-out can be requested, subject to availability.
Prices and practical details are confirmed in your offer.
Tell us in the form
- Dates and number of guests
- Sport or purpose of the trip
- Separate beds or bedrooms
- Meal and other service preferences
You do not need to have every detail worked out yet.
How we plan your stay.
Tell us your plan
Dates or an estimate, group size and need for separate beds. Approximate dates are fine.
Receive a personal proposal
Apartments, bed arrangements, agreed extras, total price, and payment and cancellation terms.
Confirm and get ready
We agree practical arrangements before arrival. You receive the correct address and arrival instructions.
Ukonniemi sports facilities are operated by separate providers. Training slots, transport and facility fees are agreed separately and are not automatically included in accommodation.
GOOD TO KNOW
Before you decide.
Can athletes and coaches stay in separate apartments?
Yes. Share the participant numbers, age groups and number of coaches and support staff. We propose a suitable allocation across LIFE and LIGHT, subject to availability.
Can meals fit around training?
We arrange meals for groups of any size. Share your schedule, requested meals and dietary requirements; menus, timing and prices are confirmed in the offer.
Can we stay later on departure day?
Standard check-out is at 12:00. Late check-out may be confirmed in advance, subject to availability and the cleaning schedule, for an additional charge.
UKONNIEMI · IMATRATwo addresses.
Two addresses.
One Saimaa.
LIFE and LIGHT are close to each other in Ukonniemi. Open directions to your own property — the addresses are on different sides of Kohonkankaantie.
ARRIVAL
Check-in from 16:00. You will receive arrival instructions before your stay.
DEPARTURE
Check-out by 12:00. Late check-out is available by prior arrangement.
BY CAR
Shared parking is included. Check your property on the booking confirmation before travelling.