Nightly rates from $131
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Feb 18, 2012 Check-out: Feb 19, 2012
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.4
out of 5
28 reviews
excellent hotel!

very good hotel! nice, frendly and very helpful staff, great breakfast, excellent room(nice... See full review

  • yellowlm
  • Aug 9, 2011
Very nice Hotel, close to city center

The Hotel is very modern look. the staff is very attentive and on call 24 houtrs. I booked a single... See full review

  • Joe C.
  • Aug 3, 2011
Enjoy retro-modern elegance at this mid-town Helsinki landmark
Designed in 1928 by renowned Finnish architect Wivi Lonn, the landmark Helka Hotel stands in the cultural and historic heart of Helsinki, within minutes of all major attractions including the Ateneum Art Museum, the Cathedral of Helsinki and Market Square. The hotel is a model of Finnish style and culture: classic Artek furnishings, authentic Finnish cuisine and luxurious saunas (fees apply) are among the hotel’s traditional amenities. The sleek lobby bar and a Finnish design shop drive visual appeal.
Highlights
  • Bright Finnish design gives the hotel a distinct, authentic character
  • Surrounded by major Helsinki sights, all within walking distance or tram rides
  • Excellent in-house saunas, lobby bar and authentic Finnish restaurant
  • Complimentary self-service breakfast
Rooms
The 150 guest rooms at Helka Hotel Helsinki sport the clean, Functionalist lines and furnishings that are the trademarks of Finnish design. The modern rooms here feature cool, lively hues, stylish lamp fixtures and the piece de resistance: colorful artwork on the ceilings above cozy beds. Guests enjoy complimentary wired Internet access and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and on-demand movies. Room service is available.
Features
Located in the heart of Helsinki, the Helka Hotel places guests within minutes of major destinations: Senate Square, the Ateneum Art Museum, Toolonlahti Bay and the National Museum are an easy stroll or tram ride away.

Helka Hotel Helsinki guests enjoy a complimentary self-serve breakfast including cheeses, herring, eggs, fruits, pastries and more. The hotel’s Restaurant Helken Keittio presents fresh, tasty a la carte Finnish cuisine in an elegant yet casual setting. Bar Helken Baari, located in the hotel’s elegant lobby, offers a mix of local and international cocktails. Guests are welcome to stop by the hotel’s stylish cigar bar. Same-day laundry and ironing services from Monday to Friday and a multi-lingual 24-hour front desk complete the picture of Finnish hospitality at the Helka Hotel.
Transportation
  • Central Railway Station (0.5 mi/1 km)
  • Helsinki International Airport (8.1 mi/13 km)
Attractions
  • Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma (0.4 mi/0.7 km)
  • National Museum of Finland (0.5 mi/0.8 km)
  • Ateneum Art Museum (0.7 mi/1.1 km)
  • Cathedral of Helsinki/Senate Square (1 mi/1.6 km)
  • Toolonlahti Bay (1 mi/1.6 km)
  • Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral (1.5 mi/2.5 km)
  • Sea Life Helsinki (1.7 mi/2.7 km)
  • Seurasaari Open-Air Museum (2.9 mi/4.6 km)
  • Suomenlinna Sea Fortress (3 mi/4.9 km)
Business
  • Business services available on request
  • 3 meeting and event rooms
  • High-speed wireless Internet access in lobby and restaurant

Helka Hotel Helsinki Rooms

Standard Room
Single or Double / Twin. The bright and spacious rooms are furnished with products from Artek and Finnish top designers. Amenities in room: Wide bed, WC, Shower, Towels, Linen, shampoo and soap, Satellite TV and Pay-TV, Phone, Minibar, Air conditioning, Free of charge modem / data port connection, Hair dryer, Room service.

Hotel Map

Pohjoinen rautatiekatu 23, 00100 HELSINKI, Helsinki, 00100

Area served
Helsinki.
Nearby airports
Vantaa (HEL) 16.8 km, Ulemiste (TLL) 84.4 km.

Amenities

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Business center
  • Conference Facilities
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Spa services
  • Wireless Internet

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
Saarni max 60 persons, Koivu max 30 persons and Takkahuone max 10 persons.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1400
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

Back to menu Return to top

Guest Reviews (28)

Ratings and reviews for Helka Hotel Helsinki

Overall score

4.4 / 5
28 out of 28
Amenities:
3.8
Room cleanliness:
4.5
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
4.2
Location:
4.2
Value:
4.1

100% would recommend to a friend.

Sort by:
Review this hotel
Review of Helka Hotel Helsinki

Reviewer score

3
baysidegal
Bayside, New York, USA
Aug 24, 2011

Simple, clean and convenient hotel

Helka Hotel was conveniently located...the staff were able to give me directions to where I needed to go to. The room was small but clean and had everything I needed....including a hair dryer, TV with internet capabilities.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Helka Hotel Helsinki

Reviewer score

5
yellowlm
leuven, belgium
Aug 9, 2011

excellent hotel!

very good hotel! nice, frendly and very helpful staff, great breakfast, excellent room(nice decoration, facilities)

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

the TV was reacting a bit slow to the remote control and several channels were missing (by missing i mean you get a black screen!)

Review of Helka Hotel Helsinki

Reviewer score

5
Joe C.
Astoria, NY
Aug 3, 2011

Very nice Hotel, close to city center

The Hotel is very modern look. the staff is very attentive and on call 24 houtrs. I booked a single room, with a small closet, desk and bed and night stand. The only complaint I would have is the size of the bathroom is small but most European bathrooms are the same. Close to public transportation and attractions. Very nice breakfast. Room also has AC, which is rare in Europe to find. Great place for the money.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Helka Hotel Helsinki

Reviewer score

4
Canadian traveller
Vancouver, Canada
Apr 27, 2011

Good value hotel

The hotel is modest but clean and comfortable. It is within walking distance of the railway station. 5 minutes walk to the west of the hotel there is a beautful park and beach for walking or jogging. The standing table breakfast is excellent.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of Helka Hotel Helsinki

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
Aug 14, 2010

A lovely stay, great breakfast.

A lovely stay, great breakfast. Staff very friendly and although room was a bit small, it was very clean and still comfortable.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Helka Hotel Helsinki

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
Jun 28, 2010

Excellent location.Very good and

Excellent location.Very good and huge breakfast included into the price.price very reasonable. Minuses: rooms somewhat small.Internet (WLAN) not working during our stay.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Helka Hotel Helsinki

Reviewer score

4
bruce
Not Provided
Jun 17, 2010

front desk staff excellent room

front desk staff excellent room small but ok good view breakfast room not clean,not great choice cereals, tables not cleaned after diners finished- basically the breakfast offering was inconsistent with the good rest of the hotel

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Helka Hotel Helsinki

Reviewer score

5
Rune
Not Provided
Feb 14, 2010

nice basic hotell that has a good

nice basic hotell that has a good loacation close to the train station (7-8min walking) and bus station, it is close to the national museum etc, shopping centers forum and kampi(?), bars (club tiger) etc.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Helka Hotel Helsinki

Reviewer score

4
Global Guy
Queens, NY
Nov 30, 2009

Not a bad place if your on a budget...

Great location but very small rooms. If you are not planning on spending any time in the hotel other than sleeping, not a bad option. Restaurant has great food but expensive.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

Use the Finnair bus to get to the airport. Only costs 6 euros.

Review of Helka Hotel Helsinki

Reviewer score

4
Zuga
Business
Seattle, WA
Nov 19, 2009

Confortable small room

The hotel was comfortable and a short walk away from the train station. Room was clean and in good condition, but a bit small (specially the bathroom). Breakfast buffet was very good. Also hotel provides free internet although it was a bit slow.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Back to menu Return to top
Related Hotels
Classical heritage gem presents historic elegance in central Helsinki Situated in the historic heart of Helsinki, the classic Sokos Hotel ...
SOKOS HOTEL ALBERT represents a genuinely new type of urban hotel with a mission to compose individual hotel experiences according ...
Stylish Helsinki stopover with free breakfast and wireless Internet A vibrant locale, sleek Scandinavian design and modern amenities combine to ...