Furnished apartments in Turku: how to choose the right home
When looking for a furnished apartment in Turku, start by choosing a location based on your daily destinations. Then compare the sleeping arrangements, kitchen, laundry facilities, workspace and how the length of your stay affects the booking. With this information, you can find a home that works well beyond the first night.
Mera has furnished homes in Turku in Kakolanmäki, near Port Arthur, Lonttinen, Pohjola and Iso-Heikkilä. You can find current properties, amenities and availability on the Turku homes page.
Start with three choices
The right home is usually found through three decisions: where you need to travel, what kind of everyday life you will lead in the apartment and how long you will stay. Square metres or proximity to the city centre alone do not tell you whether a home will work for you.
| Thing to compare | Ask before booking |
|---|---|
| Location | How will you get to work, an educational institution, the harbour or other daily destinations? |
| Sleeping | Are the beds and room layout suitable for everyone staying? |
| Everyday life | Can you cook, do laundry and store your belongings throughout the stay? |
| Working | Do you need a separate workspace, or is a dining table enough for occasional work? |
| Arrival | How will access, parking and possible stairs or hilly terrain affect your journey? |
| Price and services | What is included in the offer or booking, and what is agreed separately? |
When you compare all the options using the same list, attractive photos will not conceal practical differences.
Which area in Turku is right for you?
Choose an area based on where you spend your days. A convenient route for commuting may be more important than the distance to the Market Square. For a weekend visit, the riverfront, restaurants or an interesting district may matter more.
Kakolanmäki
Kakolanmäki is suitable if you like a historic setting and want to live close to the city centre. The area is hilly, so it is worth checking the route from the bus stop or parking area in advance. Mera's Kakolan Torni home is a more spacious option for several guests, but it is always a good idea to check the correct occupancy and beds on the property page.
Near Port Arthur
Port Arthur, or Portsa, is known for its wooden-house blocks and peaceful urban surroundings. The studio on Sofiankatu is located near the area and is best suited to one or two people who value a compact home and proximity to the city centre. The studio does not have a separate bedroom, so the layout should be considered in relation to the length of your stay.
Lonttinen and Pohjola
The Green Atelier in Lonttinen is a studio in an old wooden house. In the direction of Pohjola and Logomo, Paratiisintie offers a separate bedroom. When comparing these areas, check the route to your daily destinations and whether you need one open space or a separate bedroom.
Iso-Heikkilä
Iso-Heikkilä may suit a family or group that needs several sleeping places and space for shared everyday life. The home on Latokartanokatu is one of the larger options in Mera's Turku selection. Still, always check the location of the beds and the actual maximum number of guests before booking.
The Föli public transport network in the Turku region serves seven municipalities. Check the route and travel time in the Föli route planner for the places you plan to visit. A single ticket is valid for two hours on buses and water buses, so even a journey requiring a transfer may be possible with the same ticket.
Which amenities matter for a longer stay?
For a stay of a few nights, the most important things may be the location, clear arrival instructions and a good bed. During stays lasting weeks or months, the kitchen, laundry facilities, storage and workspace begin to affect every day.
Sleeping and privacy
Check the size of the bed, the number of bedrooms and the location of any sofa bed. A spacious studio may work well for one person, but during a long stay for two people, a separate bedroom can make everyday life easier. For a family or work group, it is essential to know whether the sleeping places are in separate rooms or in a shared living area.
Kitchen and laundry
Look at the property's amenities in addition to the photos. Does the kitchen have the equipment needed for daily cooking? Is there a washing machine in the apartment, or is the building's shared laundry room used? Laundry facilities vary between homes, so this should not be inferred from a general service description.
Working
A dining table may be sufficient for an occasional remote-working day. For daily work, a fixed workstation, a suitable chair and the ability to separate work from sleeping may be more important. Also check the information about the internet connection for the property and confirm any special requirements before booking.
Parking and arrival
Parking varies by area and by home. If you need a parking space, confirm its availability and terms in advance. Also read the access instructions and the property's Good to know section so that stairs, courtyards or other factors affecting arrival do not come as a surprise.
How does the length of stay affect the booking?
On Mera's website, the availability, price and terms for stays of fewer than 28 nights are shown in the home's booking calendar. For stays of at least 28 nights, a separate request for an offer is recommended so that the home, price and services can be tailored to the entire stay.
For a longer stay, the agreed price includes furnishings, electricity, water, internet and final cleaning as specified in the offer. Paid interim cleaning and the replacement of bed linen and towels can be agreed separately. Laundry facilities and parking vary between homes.
If your departure date is still open, mention this in the request for an offer. An extension should not be assumed to be automatic: it can only be confirmed once the home's availability and the price and terms for the additional period are known. Read more about longer stays.
Who is a furnished home suitable for?
A furnished home is useful when you need a ready-to-live-in apartment without moving your own household belongings. The need may be related to a work assignment, a move, renovation, studies, a research period or temporary accommodation for a family.
For business travellers, an easy route to the workplace, a functional workspace and peaceful sleeping conditions are important. From a company's perspective, the offer should specify the dates, number of residents, total price, services included in the price, and payment, change and cancellation terms. Mera's corporate accommodation page explains what information should be included in a request for an offer.
For a family, separate sleeping places, a kitchen, laundry facilities and storage space may be decisive. For someone moving alone, a compact studio may be the most practical option if the location and amenities meet their everyday needs.
Checklist before booking
- Open the property's own page and check the latest photos, beds and occupancy.
- Compare the route to your workplace, educational institution or other important destinations.
- Find out whether the sleeping places are in separate rooms or in the same space.
- Check the kitchen, laundry facilities, storage and workspace.
- Confirm parking and access if they affect your journey.
- Read what is included in the price and which services are agreed separately.
- Use the booking calendar for stays of fewer than 28 nights or request an offer for a stay of at least 28 nights.
When these seven things are clear, your choice will be based on your everyday needs rather than just the interior design. Explore furnished homes in Turku or send a request for an offer if you are planning a stay of at least four weeks.
Frequently asked questions
Which areas in Turku have furnished apartments from Mera?
Mera's homes in Turku are located in Kakolanmäki, near Port Arthur, Lonttinen, Pohjola and Iso-Heikkilä. The most suitable area depends above all on your daily routes and the type of space you need.
What amenities should you check in a furnished apartment?
At a minimum, check the beds and room layout, kitchen equipment, laundry facilities, storage space, workspace, internet details and parking. Amenities vary between homes, so the information should be read on the property's own page.
Can a furnished apartment be booked for a month?
Yes. For stays of at least 28 nights, Mera recommends submitting a request for an offer so that the home, price and services can be agreed for the entire period.
What is included in the price of a longer stay?
Furnishings, electricity, water, internet and final cleaning are included as specified in the offer. Any interim cleaning, replacement of bed linen and other additional services are agreed separately.
