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Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Art Deco hotel with a fitness center and a sauna

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Lobby
Family Room (Classic) | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
Sauna
Reception
Superior Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Vilhonkatu 13, Helsinki, 100
  • Helsinki Cathedral
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Senate Square
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Kauppatori Market Square
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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Room options

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room (Classic)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Plus)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room (Superior) | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room (Superior)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Helsinki

Located in Helsinki City Centre within a short walk of Helsinki Cathedral, Scandic Grand Central Helsinki is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre. This 491-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Helsinki Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Senate Square - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kauppatori Market Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Olympic Stadium - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre - 9 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Helsinki Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Rautatientori Station - 4 min walk
  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Minuuttibaari - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ooster - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hub Helsinki - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie Grand - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Henry's Pub - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Art Deco hotel with a fitness center and a sauna
Guests staying at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki enjoy a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. 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 coffee/tea in a common area, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
For entertainment, guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include minibars, free newspapers, and laptop-compatible safes. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna and a fitness center.

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

Languages

English, Estonian, Finnish, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 36 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 26 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Portable shower seat
  • Raised toilet seat (17 inches high)
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1909
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 20 per pet, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 26 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 36 per day (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per pet, 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki Hotel
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki Helsinki
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki Hotel Helsinki

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

As of Jun 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki on Jul 14, 2025 start from $115.49, 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 near Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

This hotel is situated in Helsinki City Centre, just steps from Ateneum Art Museum and National Theater, and within a short walk of Stockmann. You'll also find Helsinki Cathedral and Olympic Stadium within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Does Scandic Grand Central Helsinki have a casino at the property?

No, Scandic Grand Central Helsinki doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a pillowtop mattress, a minibar, and a rainfall showerhead.

Are there hot tubs at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

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

Does Scandic Grand Central Helsinki have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Scandic Grand Central Helsinki serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Scandic Grand Central Helsinki allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki for a fee of EUR 20 per pet, per night. The property also provides an off-leash area and food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

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

What is the closest airport to Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

The closest major airport to Scandic Grand Central Helsinki is Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), which is 12.3 mi away (36 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

No, at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1128 out of 1562 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 323 out of 1562 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 1562 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1562 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1562 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Choon Huat

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pavel

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chun-Hsing

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

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent place. nice hotel and very convenient. breakfast is good. will stay here again if back in helsinki.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay Scandic Grand Central Helsinki! Within walking distance of many great shops and restaurants and next door to the train station.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very nice. We loved the history of the building and the sauna area was great. Breakfast was excellent with lots of options.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wai'oli

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel next to train station. Comfy room and was very convenient to walk around Helsinki.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

D'Anna

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

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

Great Helsinki Hotel

Beautiful, well maintained hotel in a fantastic location adjoining Central Station. Staff always helpful and attentive. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel. Very clean, amazing staff and late checkout is available until 4pm for 20$. Breakfast is perfect and plenty to choose from. Thank you for your hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

Helsinki highlight!

Beautiful hotel right next to the station…very comfortable room & delicious breakfast! We also loved the bar area…great barman too
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Oklahoma City

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

lee

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Visit to Helsinki

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jing Luen, San Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Romeo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved it here! Beautiful hotel, great food, lovely spaces to sit, great bar & very central to everything! Definitely stay here in Helsinki!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Andrei

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

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent quality room, bed and pillows. Quiet (we were in recently-renovated wing). Breakfast selection and quality excellent. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petter

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful hotel, close to train station and city centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My go-to hotel in Helsinki - very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magnús

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

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