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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 park

Kamppi

4.5/5(142 area reviews)

Travelers choose Kamppi for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Kamppi Station or Simonkatu Tram Stop and check out top sights like Kamppi Shopping Center.

Kamppi
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Pasila

5/5(2 area reviews)

Pasila is a destination travelers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Pasilan asema Tram Stop or Esterinportti Station to explore sights like Mall of Tripla.

Pasila
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
Kauppatori Market Square which includes a square or plaza, a fountain and a city

Etelainen District

4.5/5(108 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the interesting museums in Etelainen District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Helsinki West Terminal, and catch the metro at Länsiterminaali T2 Tram Stop or Eiranranta Tram Stop to see more of the area.

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Keskinen District

4/5(9 area reviews)

Get to know Keskinen District and its many features like its churches and live music. You might want to explore sights like Helsinki City Library and Iittala Outlet Arabia, and you can jump on the metro at Paavalin Kirkko Station or Makelanrinne Station to get around the city.

Keskinen District
VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki
VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki
4 out of 5
Mannerheimintie 109, Helsinki
The price is AED110 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
AED110
per night
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,548 reviews)
"Little too far from Town Center."

Reviewed on 12 May, 2024

VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki
Marski by Scandic
Marski by Scandic
4 out of 5
Mannerheimintie 10, Helsinki
The price is AED123 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
AED123
per night
Jul 7 - Jul 8
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,018 reviews)
"We had a room with a city view, Loved the room/stay/quite everything to it but it lacked lightning in the room"

Reviewed on 6 Jun, 2024

Marski by Scandic
Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Clarion Hotel Helsinki
4 out of 5
Tyynenmerenkatu 2, Helsinki, Uusimaa
The price is AED146 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
AED146
per night
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,040 reviews)
"Very close to the ferry port if you are arriving or departing via ferry. High rise hotel (so it is very quiet), with a nice rooftop sauna and pool. Great breakfast"

Reviewed on 30 May, 2024

Clarion Hotel 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
3.5 out of 5
Kanavakatu 1, Helsinki
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (930 reviews)
"Loved the shower. There was even a washing machine and dish washer. Lovely apartment."

Reviewed on 5 Jun, 2024

Noli Katajanokka
Noli Sörnäinen
Noli Sörnäinen
4 out of 5
Hämeentie 33, Helsinki
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Olympic Stadium and Helsinki ...
9/10 Wonderful! (164 reviews)
"Amazing stay at Noli!"

Reviewed on 26 May, 2024

Noli Sörnäinen
Bob W KOTI Katajanokka
Bob W KOTI Katajanokka
4.5 out of 5
4 Kruunuvuorenkatu, Helsinki
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury apartment in Helsinki. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Olympic Stadium ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (100 reviews)
"Lovely apartment, with great amenities in a charming area. Bob W know what they are doing!"

Reviewed on 5 Jun, 2024

Bob W KOTI Katajanokka
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

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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Mar 24, 2020

Hopefully the people are nicer than this hotel staff

5/5 - Excellent

RhondadT
Mar 11, 2020

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
Mar 11, 2020

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Mar 8, 2020

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
Feb 29, 2020

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Feb 21, 2020

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

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