Helsinki

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Where to stay in Helsinki

Senate Square showing street scenes

Helsinki City Centre

Noted for its museums and live music, there's plenty to explore in Helsinki City Centre. Top attractions like Helsinki Cathedral and Senate Square are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Vironkatu Station or Hallituskatu Station to see more of the city.

Helsinki City Centre
Old Church of Helsinki which includes a garden

Kamppi

4.5/5(142 area reviews)

In the heart of Helsinki's Central Business District, Kamppi boasts the largest cinema multiplex, Tennispalatsi, and the modern underground central bus station. Explore Narinkka Square or shop at Kamppi Center.

Kamppi
Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art

Kluuvi

4.5/5(125 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Helsinki Central Library Oodi and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Kluuvi. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Rautatientori Station or Rautatieasema Station.

Kluuvi
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Pasila

5/5(2 area reviews)

Major transportation hub Pasila boasts the Tripla complex with 250 shops, Helsinki Urban Art center, and a pedestrian-friendly design in Eastern Pasila. Explore the largest commercial center in the Nordic countries and enjoy street art in Finland.

Pasila
Vantaa featuring rafting, kayaking or canoeing and a lake or waterhole

Aviapolis

4/5(197 area reviews)

While you're in Aviapolis, take in top sights like Finnish Aviation Museum or Jumbo Shopping Center, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Aviapolis Station or Lentoasema Station.

Aviapolis
Katajanokka featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Katajanokka

4.5/5(66 area reviews)

Dominated by a passenger harbour, Katajanokka boasts the former prison-turned-hotel, Uspenski Cathedral, and Katajanokka Casino. Easily accessible via four bridges, enjoy the area's renovated restaurants and cafés.

Katajanokka
Marski by Scandic
Marski by Scandic
Mannerheimintie 10, Helsinki
The price is SAR 471 per night from May 27 to May 28
SAR 471
SAR 537 total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,148 reviews)
"Great location and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 23 April 2025

Marski by Scandic
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Vilhonkatu 13, Helsinki
The price is SAR 565 per night from May 25 to May 26
SAR 565
SAR 644 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Stay at this hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,514 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with a gorgeous breakfast literally next door to the train station. Can’t see any reason to stay anywhere else in Helsinki. Too convenient, and too beautiful!"

Reviewed on 24 April 2025

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Hobo Helsinki
Hobo Helsinki
4 out of 5
Kluuvikatu 4, Helsinki
The price is SAR 595 per night from May 12 to May 13
SAR 595
SAR 678 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Helsinki Cathedral and Maxim ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (533 reviews)
"great location . very good staff Lovely breakfast i would recommend only fault is lack of safe in the room and tea making facilities"

Reviewed on 27 April 2025

Hobo Helsinki
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.
Noli Katajanokka
Noli Katajanokka
Kanavakatu 1, Helsinki
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,304 reviews)
"Loved how close to the heart of Helsinki this hotel was. Loved the aesthetic of the place and the view I had from the hotel. The staff at the hotel were also kind enough to allow us an early check in since we had arrived earlier than expected."

Reviewed on 21 April 2025

Noli Katajanokka
Noli Sörnäinen
Noli Sörnäinen
Hämeentie 33, Helsinki
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (346 reviews)
Great short stay, don’t lose your key.
"Great, independent accommodation that was not like a hotel but had the same services. Perfect short stay. DO NOT LOSE YOUR KEY. The locksmith is outrageously expensive."

Reviewed on 10 April 2025

Noli Sörnäinen
Bob W Kaarti
Bob W Kaarti
3 out of 5
Kasarmikatu 40, Helsinki
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Helsinki Cathedral and Esplanadi ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
"Great location! Quick responses on WhatsApp when you need help! Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Helsinki!"

Reviewed on 11 April 2025

Bob W Kaarti
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.

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Reviews of Helsinki

4.7
Top Destination
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4 - Good 28%
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Hopefully the people are nicer than this hotel staff

5/5 - Excellent

RhondadT

Helsinki is a lovely place to visit. It’s safe, quiet and beautifully designed. The cobblestone streets and detailed architecture makes for picture perfect images. Everything closes up early but I truly enjoyed my brief stay.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The people of Helsinki are amazing and kind! You have to visit Löyly Sauna!!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We need to go back. There is a lot to see and it is easy to get around without a car. Would stay at Glo Art again.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Vibrant accessible city whose people are happy, friendly, and helpful.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

A family-friendly city that’s easily walkable, with cool sights for grown-ups and kids.