Hotel AX

3.0 star property

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A building with a large metallic sculpture of a bull's head and horns, a sign with the letters "Ax" on the facade, and outdoor seating with potted plants.
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A modern interior with large windows, a hanging metal sculpture, and a view of outdoor seating.
A bar with shelves of wine bottles and glasses.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, and a view of the city through a window.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Välimerenkatu 18, Helsinki, 00980
  • Place, Hietalahti Flea Market
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Kamppi Shopping Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Stockmann
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room (AX)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(108 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Exclusive Room (Art Exhibit)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Exclusive Studio, Corner

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Murphy Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

AX Standard Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Double Standard

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Helsinki

Located in Etelainen District within a short walk of Helsinki West Terminal, Hotel AX is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Stockmann. This 173-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Hietalahti Flea Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kamppi Shopping Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Stockmann - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kamppi Chapel - 6 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Finlandia Hall - 6 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Välimerenkatu Tram Stop - 1 min walk
  • Helsinki Koydenpunojankatu Station - 14 min walk
  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪18 Grams - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Barley & Bait - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Amsterdam - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Espresso House - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Hotel AX

Hotel AX features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and express check-in. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with access to locker space, luggage storage, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls and an off-leash area. Additional amenities include a gift shop, a banquet hall, and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 55-inch TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and bidets, and beds sport down comforters. Coffee makers, phones, and free tea bags/instant coffee are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 19 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 19 per person
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services.
Property Registration Number 1801261-6

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel AX Hotel
Hotel AX Helsinki
Hotel AX Hotel Helsinki

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel AX?

Hotel AX offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel AX?

As of Jul 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel AX on Aug 13, 2026 start from $102, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near Hotel AX?

This hotel is situated in Etelainen District within a short 10-minute walk of West Harbour Terminal and also 10 minutes on foot from Helsinki West Terminal. You'll also find Hietalahti Flea Market and Hotel and Restaurant Museum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Hotel AX?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Hotel AX include a casino?

No, Hotel AX doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel AX?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel AX a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a down comforter as well as a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel AX?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel AX feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel AX serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its cafe.

Does Hotel AX allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hotel AX for a fee of EUR 15 per accommodation, per night. The property also provides an off-leash area and food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel AX?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Hotel AX?

The closest major airport to Hotel AX is Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), which is 19.2 mi away (40 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel AX?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Hotel AX that offer a balcony.

Hotel AX Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 658 out of 975 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 256 out of 975 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 975 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 975 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 975 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun hotel with great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff fantastic, nice atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

STEWART

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location, nice staff, clean and good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

VIPUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to metro, restaurant, bars and little walking to shopping street.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ewan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel with friendly staff. The room was compact with no desk, but the main lobby area is inspiring and good for working in too.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff great room good and comfy. Great atmosphere they have really tried to create a good experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

peeter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good price, found parking just at front door, also tram station in 50m, great design, friendly staff, good bed, clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chose this art hotel as it was near to some friends apartments, but what a lovely experience. Just ultra cool hotel in one of the up and coming areas to live in Helsinki!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really good hotel away from the busy streets. Easy access to the city centre and close to the sea. The breakfast is not huge since they moved it upstairs, but there's about everything you could need. I was happy with it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was excellent and the customer service super friendly. Location was very good too, easy access with tram to middle of the city and walking distance to metro station too. Nice restaurant selection nearby and shops too. Perfect stay, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

ELANO

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Excelente hotel !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jarkko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place is piece of art! Thoughtfully selected Delicious breakfast. Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ana Carolina

Small rooms, poor breakfast, location is not the best.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Armand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful artistic hotel and the staff is friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, comfortable room, excellent breakfast and easy access to local amenities and a nearby tram stop.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mirco

Excellent hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

peeter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Actually: supergreat place to stay and very nice design. good breakfast, enough space for parking. but: why you need rainbow-flag on breakfast table?? it may be clearly annoying to most people even if they do not say it openly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice and beautiful room and very helpful staff. overall a hotel I'd recommend for everyone
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jukka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything went well. The room was nice and clean. The staff were helpful and the breakfast was delicious and plentiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pinar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect experience… the breakfast,sauna,heating comfort,location… everything’s awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Annika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super bra
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Small but clean and quiet rm
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stille and dark rooms, with great madrasses, skrot well. Breakfast fine, and you need to be patient when checking in, much documentation needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026