The Eden spa hotel in Oulu, which has been closed since December 2021, is preparing for a grand reopening scheduled for April 2024. Local residents, such as Maire and Matti Kilponen, have expressed their delight, as they have missed the spa experience that was once a vibrant part of the community. The spa hotel had stood empty for over two years, leading to concerns among locals about its future and the lack of spa facilities in the region.

In January, it was announced that Holiday Club Resorts has taken over the lease of the spa hotel for twenty years, ushering in a new chapter for the Eden spa. Maisa Romanainen, the CEO of Holiday Club Resorts, highlighted the renewal plans that promise to revitalize the popular venue. The reopening will mark the fifth anniversary of Eden's closure, a significant milestone that symbolizes a new hope for Oulu's wellness tourism sector.

Originally opened in 1989, Eden was once recognized as Finland’s first spa hotel, setting a precedent for wellness retreats across the country. As Oulu has been lacking in quality spa options for some time, the return of the Eden is expected to attract both locals and visitors seeking relaxation and leisure, highlighting the importance of wellness facilities in the region's tourism and community culture.