HOW TO REACH OULU

Oulu is best reached by plane or train.

The airlines operating in Oulu is Finnair, and the flights usually go via Helsinki. Some direct flights from Munich, Germany to Oulu are operated by Lufthansa.

The trains in Finland are operated by VR.

ACCOMMODATION

Book your accommodation soon!

There are many international events taking place in parallel with the Paula Rantakallio Symposium in 2026, and the hotels will be fully booked. Therefore, we recommend booking your accommodation as early as possible. 

Hotel offers for the symposium participants 

All bookings are made directly with the hotel. The symposium organisers are not involved in payments or cancellations (in most cases, the hotel requires a credit card for the reservation). Rooms are available using the booking codes below while supplies last.

		Radisson Blu Hotel, Oulu Standard Single – 152 €/night Standard Double – 182 €/night Extra bed – 40 €/night Buffet breakfast, access to sauna and gym, Wi-Fi included Check-in from 15:00, check-out by 12:00 Booking: www.radissonhotels.com / Booking code: PRS2026 Rooms are available with the booking code PRS2026 while supplies last. Cancellation policy: Free modification or cancellation up to 7 days before arrival.
		Scandic Hotels, Oulu Scandic Oulu City & Scandic Oulu Station Various room types available Discounted rates for symposium participants Booking via link: Reserve Accommodation Payment and cancellations are handled directly by the hotel. Note: Scandic Friends members may check additional benefits and offers.
		Original Sokos Hotel Arina, Oulu Standard Single – 160 €/night Standard Double – 180 €/night Buffet breakfast and evening sauna included Check-in from 15:00, check-out by 12:00 Booking: www.sokoshotels.fi / Booking code: BPRS2026 Cancellation: free up to 4 days before arrival
		Best Western Hotel Apollo, Oulu   Standard Single with own Sauna – 130 €/night Standard Twin/King with own Sauna – 150 €/night Economy Twin Single Use – 100 €/night Economy Twin – 120 €/night Attic Single – 110 €/night (limited availability) Attic Twin – 130 €/night (3 rooms only) Breakfast, Wi-Fi, and coffee/tea included until 22:00 Booking with discount: Directly by phone +358 (0)852211, or email hotel@hotelapollo.fi / Booking code: PRS2026 Payment and cancellations are handled directly by the hotel

Note on responsibilities and insurance:
All bookings are subject to hotel availability and cancellation policies. The hotels are not responsible for any damage, loss, or theft of personal belongings, materials, or equipment. Participants are responsible for their own property and for taking out appropriate insurance to cover any damage to the hotel’s property or to items transported to and from the hotel. Participants should ensure the safety of their belongings and materials during their stay.

Other hotels in Oulu are available for participants to book independently. Keep in mind the option to book Airbnb accommodation as well.

Participants who are eligible for Hansel prices (Finnish public sector) should follow their own employer’s travel and procurement protocols when booking accommodation.