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Hotel Helka

3.0 star property
Hotel with a sauna, a quick walk to Temppeliaukio Church

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Bar (on property)
Loft Double | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property
Lobby
Junior Suite | View from room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Pohjoinen Rautatiekatu 23, Helsinki, 00100
  • Place, Temppeliaukio Church
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Kauppatori Market Square
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Single Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Smart Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Smart Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Loft Single | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Loft Single

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Loft Double | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Loft Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Loft Junior Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Loft Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Smart Single Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Smart Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(80 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Smart Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Smart Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Helsinki

Located in Etelainen District, Hotel Helka is within a 5-minute walk of Finnish Museum of Natural History and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Temppeliaukio Church. This 155-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and a business center.

What's nearby

  • Temppeliaukio Church - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ateneum Art Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kauppatori Market Square - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Helsinki Cathedral - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Hanken Station - 3 min walk
  • Helsinki Central Station - 12 min walk
  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hemingway’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kampin Pippuri - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Teller - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Helkan keittiö - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ravintola Factory - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Helka

Hotel with a sauna, a quick walk to Temppeliaukio Church
Guests of Hotel Helka enjoy a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. Self parking is offered for EUR 35 per day. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this boutique hotel include a computer station, a library, and express check-in.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and LED TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, designer toiletries, and bidets. Coffee makers, phones, and desks are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (EUR 35 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Built in 1928
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 15 per accommodation, per night
  • 1 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 36.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: EUR 35 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 36.0 per night

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Helka?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Helka?

As of Oct 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Helka on Nov 2, 2025 start from $133.39, excluding 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 can I see around Hotel Helka?

This hotel is situated in Etelainen District, just steps from Tennispalatsi Finnkino Cinema, and within a 10-minute walk of Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art and Kamppi Shopping Center. You'll also find Finlandia Hall and Stockmann less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Helka?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 35 per day. Accessible parking, electric car charging, and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Hotel Helka include a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Helka doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Helka?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Helka a good place to stay for couples?

At this boutique hotel, couples will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include bathrobes and slippers.

Does Hotel Helka have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does Hotel Helka have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Hotel Helka doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Hotel Helka allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Helka?

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

What is the closest airport to Hotel Helka?

The closest major airport to Hotel Helka 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 Helka?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Helka.

Reviews

Hotel Helka Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 662 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1031 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Evan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, staff communication and hospitality were good (multilingual). Breakfast food variety and taste was good. However, heating not working, paint had a sharp edge just above pillow area and cause hand’s skin cut. Also the room styling was a bit childish.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leena

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tero-Pekka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

kudret

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful. Breakfast OK! Nice, clean room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Helka has everything you could want for a comfortable stay in Helsinki. The breakfast buffet is excellent, and there is a fridge and microwave available to guests. Getting into town is walkable via the old railway line which runs along the middle of the street, or there are frequent trams which stop nearby. The bar is a quiet but friendly space to hang out in the evening after a busy day. The best thing though is the sauna 🤗 free to use mornings and evenings. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Puustinen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amélie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in a convenient area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful hotel. My daughter and I stayed for a few days and loved the location, the style of the hotel and the delicious breakfast. The staff was kind and helpful and the rooms are comfortable and very clean. We also loved the guest sauna. It's a quick walk to lots of shops, transportation and restaurants, and not far from central station. We will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location 10 min walk to the centre. Friendly staff and a great breakfast. Strongly recommend this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lev

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy Highlander

Comfortable and convenient. My choice for Helsinki evert time. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hanna, Duluth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at Helka multiple times and will return again. Stylish, clean, friendly hotel with an excellent breakfast included!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tomson

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful hotel

Excellent Hotel staff friendly and helpful breakfast superb and plenty of choice would definitely book again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilt

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large room, close to several points of interest. Helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful central Helsinki hotel

Very short 1 night stay at the end of our extended Helsinki trip. Over the years having stayed in multiple hotels, this is hands down the best we have stayed in. Our room was massive with a extremely beautiful sauna. Very clean well decorated and even when leaving early for the airport they put together a breakfast bag and tea for our trip to the airport. Recommend this hotel this hotel to anybody wanting something a little more spacious with great service from the friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nana

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lev

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vadim

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good breakfast, beds, quiet, close to everything. Good and sufficiently spacious both bathroom and the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lev

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024