Hunurijärvi Resort

Our story

2002
A stroke of genius that led to a travel center in the heart of the forest

Kalevi Hanhimäki, an enterprising man with a grand vision of a unique location deep in the forest.

2004
Matkailukeskus Hunurijärvi opens

The travel center opens, primarily catering to businesses. 

2005
Matkailukeskus expanding

Matkailukeskus expanding. A sauna, changing rooms, and meeting/yoga rooms are being built.

2006
Accommodation

Overnight accommodation options available –
Villa Samma and Villa Jäkälä.

2012
Restaurant Hunurijärvi

Restaurant and pavilion are being built.

2023
New owners

Pia Hanhimäki and Romain Favelier took over the operations in August 2023

2023
Renovation and Name Change

With respect for Kalevi's creation, the site is renovated to meet today's needs. Matkailukeskus Hunurijärvi becomes Hunurijärvi Resort.

2024
Hunurijärvi Resort Reopens After Renovation

Pia Hanhimäki and Romain Favelier: "We want to offer a complete experience—a place to gather, with a thoughtful concept and activities for everyone."

Vision

Hunurijärvi Resort continually strives to develop and expand its offerings, aiming to provide an even broader and more diverse experience for our guests. Currently, the resort includes a restaurant, meeting rooms, cabins, sauna, nordic grill cabin, pavilion, and an observation tower.