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 Senate Square and Presidential Palace 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

4 out of 5
Mannerheimintie 10 Helsinki
The price is AED 395 per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
AED 395
AED 450 total
5 Jan - 6 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,550 reviews)
Everything top quality.

Reviewed on 28 November 2025

Marski by Scandic
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Vilhonkatu 13 Helsinki
The price is AED 417 per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
AED 417
AED 476 total
5 Jan - 6 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,986 reviews)
The room is very comfortable and very quiet. The covers provided plenty of warmth. We have moved our stay and highly recommend.

Reviewed on 1 December 2025

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki

VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki

4 out of 5
Mannerheimintie 109 Helsinki
Stay at this hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,792 reviews)
A a great modernise hotel with smart lighting in room as standard. I would definitely come and visit again and stay at this hotel also spa facilities are top tier. Though disappointed with the gym facilities as a big gym user myself

Reviewed on 28 November 2025

VALO Hotel & Work 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.
Bob W Helsinki Kamppi

Bob W Helsinki Kamppi

4 out of 5
20 Lönnrotinkatu Helsinki
Stay at this apartment in Helsinki. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Alexander Theater and Sinebrychoff Art ...
9/10 Wonderful! (154 reviews)
Awesome hotel situated at the heart of Helsinki in a quiet area and easily accessible to trams or just a few minutes walk to the shopping center. 8 min walk to the bus station that connects to Porvoo. Lots of cafe, small shops nearby, Lidl is right next door! We loved the kitchen and enjoyed our ...

Reviewed on 20 October 2025

Bob W Helsinki Kamppi
Bob W Kaarti

Bob W Kaarti

3 out of 5
Kasarmikatu 40 Helsinki
Stay at this aparthotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Esplanadi and Design Museum are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (114 reviews)
Very good location, easy check in/out, nice room. Cleaning can be a bit better

Reviewed on 15 November 2025

Bob W Kaarti
Unity Helsinki - A Studio Hotel

Unity Helsinki - A Studio Hotel

3.5 out of 5
22 Välimerenkatu Helsinki
Stay at this aparthotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (196 reviews)
The room and hotel are very nice. However, when I arrived, there was a lady before me checking in. The receptionist seemed stressed and not very friendly. After a while it was my turn to check in. The receptionist wasn't very welcoming and during my check in, the lady who had checked in before me ...

Reviewed on 2 November 2025

Unity Helsinki - A Studio Hotel
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
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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.