Maalahti Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Located along the west coast of Finland near the city of Vaasa, the Kvarken Archipelago, together with the High Coast of Sweden forms a transboundary site.  It is one of only 46 marine World Heritage Sites!

It’s also one of the best places in the world to witness land uplift! The land is rising so fast, that you’ll be able to walk to Sweden…. in 2000 years!

Before visiting the Kvarken Archipelago, the best place to start is the Terranova Nature Centre located in nearby Vaasa, where you will get further geological information about the area and see which animals and birds you might be able to see on your visit.

Read more: http://monkeysandmountains.com/kvarken-archipelago
Located along the west coast of Finland near the city of Vaasa, the Kvarken Archipelago, together with the High Coast of Sweden forms a transboundary site.  It is one of only 46 marine World Heritage Sites!

It’s also one of the best places in the world to witness land uplift! The land is rising so fast, that you’ll be able to walk to Sweden…. in 2000 years!

Before visiting the Kvarken Archipelago, the best place to start is the Terranova Nature Centre located in nearby Vaasa, where you will get further geological information about the area and see which animals and birds you might be able to see on your visit.

Read more: http://monkeysandmountains.com/kvarken-archipelago

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Scandic Waskia

Scandic Waskia

3.5 out of 5
Lemmenpolku 3 Vaasa
The price is AU$133 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
AU$133
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Vaasa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (843 reviews)
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Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Scandic Waskia
Original Sokos Hotel Royal

Original Sokos Hotel Royal

Hovioikeudenpuistikko 18 Vaasa
The price is AU$188 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
AU$188
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vaasa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Vasaa Market Square and Old Market ...
9/10 Wonderful! (27 reviews)
Good experience, but the room had minor tech issues. Staff were very helpful though.

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Original Sokos Hotel Royal
GreenStar Hotel Vaasa

GreenStar Hotel Vaasa

Myllykatu 17 Vaasa
The price is AU$108 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
AU$108
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Vaasa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Old Market Hall and Vasaa Market Square are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (696 reviews)
Overall everything went smoothly and the rooms were clean and the beds comfortable. There is a bit of space in the room for three people.

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

GreenStar Hotel Vaasa
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Forenom Aparthotel Vaasa

Forenom Aparthotel Vaasa

3.5 out of 5
Hovioikeudenpuistikko 19 Vaasa
Stay at this apartment in Vaasa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Vasaa Market Square and Rewell Shopping ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (50 reviews)
Vaasa is such a cute town. Forenom Vaasa is very well located with a supermarket close by. A great location to venture out and wander around this historic town. The room has good facilities.

Reviewed on 20 June 2025

Forenom Aparthotel Vaasa
Pro Apartments

Pro Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Vaasa
Stay at this apartment in Vaasa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Old Market Hall and Vasaa Market Square are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (122 reviews)
Nice apartment. Love the balcony and sauna.

Reviewed on 26 May 2025

Pro Apartments
Forenom Boutique Hostel Vaasa

Forenom Boutique Hostel Vaasa

3 out of 5
3 Sorakatu Vaasa Pohjanmaa
Stay at this apartment in Vaasa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Old Market Hall and Vasaa Market Square are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
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Reviewed on 15 July 2025

Forenom Boutique Hostel Vaasa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.