Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Art Deco hotel with a fitness center and a sauna

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Property amenity
Family Room (Classic) | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
Property entrance
Meeting facility
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

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

Room options

Classic Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(164 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (Classic)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Plus)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (Superior)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Classic King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

Classic Family Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Plus King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Helsinki

Located in Helsinki City Centre, Scandic Grand Central Helsinki is next to National Theater and Grand Casino Helsinki. This 491-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Stockmann - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Helsinki Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Senate Square - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Finlandia Hall - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kauppatori Market Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ooster - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Minuuttibaari - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie Grand - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Little Big Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Maya Bar & Grill - ‬2 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, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. 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.

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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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 Sep 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki on Oct 19, 2025 start from $91.82, 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 Kauppatori Market Square and Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art less than a mile away.

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.

Is Scandic Grand Central Helsinki good for couples?

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, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki.

Reviews

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1340 out of 1858 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 386 out of 1858 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1858 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1858 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1858 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
So convenient, right next to the train station. Excellent breakfast! In a beautiful historic building.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Subin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is ideal for exploring Helsinki without a car. The property is spotless and takes advantage of the building's historic structure. Excellent breakfast @
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lobby of the hotel is a 7/10 but the rooms are a 10/10! I loved the stylish room I had! It was spacious and a very comfortable bed and a GREAT shower! Really nice room - it would make me stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jim

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was great. Reception staff not well trained and long queue. Taxi drivers outside the hotel are criminals - charged me 60 Euro to drive to Market Square for what should cost Euro 15. When I resorted to reception the situation they said nothing they could do as táxis as charge what they like (which sounds very unlikely) but the hotel needs to warn guests not to use these taxis. It’s not OK
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vijay, Wylie

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice room. The only complaint was that they did not replace the dirty glasses everyday despite putting them all together on the table.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lenore

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the nicest Scandics, stylish design and excellent breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place lovely staff excellent location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Great location, friendly staff

Great location, friendly staff, fun and interesting design choices throughout the hotel. We stayed here for a short visit during a longer family trip through several countries. Would absolutely stay here again if stopping over in Helsinki.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bettina

Wow, in an excellent location, my check in was quick and efficient. My room was nice and the building is absolutely beautiful. Being so close to the station i thought it would be noisy but it wasn’t. A spacious room, beautifully decorated; stylish and homely. The high light of staying at Scandic hotels is always the breakfast and it didn’t disappoint-probably the best hotel breakfasts in the world. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

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

Historic hotel a dream stay for the architecture!

Staying in this hotel was a dream come true! Our first visit to Helsinki...and we were coming to take in the architecture of Finnish architects Eliel Saarinen and Alvar Aalto. No other place to stay but the Scandic Grand Central Hotel designed by Saarinen and his colleagues in 1909! It is adjacent to the historic Helsinki Central Station, meaning that many historic sites and restaurants are walkable from the hotel. We arrived hours before the 4pm check-in time so we left our luggage in Reception until we officially checked in after 4pm. It was a busy Saturday afternoon so we patiently waited our turn. As you enter the hotel, look around and enjoy the beauty of some of Saarinen's design elements! Each guest receives a brochure that highlights all the Saarinen design and other historical elements for your own self-guided tour of the hotel. Worth taking advantage of! Our room was spacious and clean and comfortable. There is a complimentary breakfast buffet that should not be missed! All types of foods from sweet to savory, from healthy to decadent, from cold to hot, from Finnish dishes to American dishes are available for your meal! It's all self-serve, and plenty of different rooms in which to enjoy your breakfast. If we ever return to Helsinki, we'll be booking a room here!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Afshin, Leatherhead

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value for money, we will definitely go to the same hotel if we travel to Nordic countries. Very clean, modern and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of my top 3 favorite hotels! And definitely my favorite in Helsinki. The location is so convenient, unmatched breakfast (yum!!), loved the sauna and the room decor. 100% will always recommend to friends and family. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast is by far the bedt i've had at a hotel. I really loved my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edward Kwan Siu

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
I have never been to a 4 star hotel that charges for slippers and tooth brush. Ridiculous.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel in Milan Gorgeous and great location Staff super friendly
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances F Oliver

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stop over on the way north. Beautiful city. Excellent location right next to the train station and a short ride to the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayumi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location was attractive for traveling local area and airport.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

gh

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is really nice, staffs are very friendly and helpful, they are very familiar with the area and always have great answers and suggestions for our questions . The location is super good for dining transportation and shopping. Really like it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Glenn

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a large tourist hotel. We had a superior twin room which was a good size with a large walk in shower. Check in was slow and chaotic. Not enough reception staff, it took about 20 minutes. There was no one to help with bags. Fine for us with two small cases but some elderly Canadian tourists were struggling. The room was clean although the bed cover was stained. We ran out of body wash and despite leaving a note for it to be replaced it wasn’t. Our room phone didn’t work. Our water wasn’t replaced nor were our coffee cups washed. Only instant coffee is available on the room. Breakfast on day one was a bit of a jungle. We ended up sitting in the bar to eat. We missed breakfast on day two as the hotel stopped serving at 9.30 am. We had dinner in the Brasserie which was expensive my leek starter was literally 1/2 a slice leek with a cream sauce and cost 17 euros. My steak at 47 euros was well cooked and my daughter said her risotto was excellent. Service was good although I did see the waiter emptying partially red wine bottles into one bottle. So I would urge caution if ordering wine by the glass. All the staff were pleasant to deal with. The hotel is quite stylish a lot of thought has been given to the design. The bar, lobby and brasserie are nicely decorated. The hotel is very convenient, no more than 10-15 minutes from all the sites.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025