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
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 Löyly Helsinki, and catch the metro at Länsiterminaali T2 Tram Stop or Eiranranta Tram Stop to see more of the area.

Etelainen District
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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
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.

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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
Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Tyynenmerenkatu 2, Helsinki, Uusimaa
The price is AED 468 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
AED 468
AED 533 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,135 reviews)
"Good hotel. Very slightly outside center. Else very good"

Reviewed on 8 January 2025

Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Comfort Hotel Xpress Helsinki Airport Terminal
Comfort Hotel Xpress Helsinki Airport Terminal
3 out of 5
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, Terminal 2, Vantaa
The price is AED 404 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
AED 404
AED 461 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Vantaa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"We love this place .. very convenient to arrival and departures"

Reviewed on 20 January 2025

Comfort Hotel Xpress Helsinki Airport Terminal
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Vilhonkatu 13, Helsinki
The price is AED 470 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
AED 470
AED 536 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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! (1,365 reviews)
"Stayed here for 3 nights, and for the price I paid, this hotel truly exceeded my expectations. The central bus stop is right in front of the hotel, and the train station is just a 1–2 minute walk away. It’s also conveniently located near all the major tourist sights. The room was very nice, clean, ..."

Reviewed on 20 January 2025

Scandic Grand Central 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 spa tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,207 reviews)
No Breakfast
"Had ordered breakfast and no breakfast when we came at 07.30."

Reviewed on 14 January 2025

Noli Katajanokka
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 Bicyclean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (189 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay , very helpful staff , friendly and polite , loved everything there , they made us feel like home , will definitely be back , Only one thing I didn’t like which was that I’ve been told through WhatsApp there will be no cleaning during my 5 days stay !! ) they said they clean ..."

Reviewed on 12 January 2025

Bob W KOTI 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! (282 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay for our first time in Helsinki! Clean and quiet, with lots of facilities."

Reviewed on 17 January 2025

Noli Sörnäinen
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

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.

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