Senate Hotel

Hotel with a bar, steps from House of the Estates

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Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Snellmaninkatu 15 A, Helsinki, 00170
  • Helsinki Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Ateneum Art Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Kauppatori Market Square
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

City Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 65 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

City Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Shared Bathroom, City View

  • 387 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

City Single Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Helsinki

Located in Helsinki City Centre, Senate Hotel is next to popular attractions like House of the Estates and Helsinki Cathedral. This 10-room hotel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and rice cookers.

What's nearby

  • Helsinki Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Senate Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ateneum Art Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kauppatori Market Square - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Uspenski Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Vironkatu Station - 1 min walk
  • Helsinki Central Station - 12 min walk
  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kiinalainen Ravintola Family - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Karaoke Bar Jone's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Konditoria Kakku & Leipä Keisari Kruununhaka - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Scholar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Karaoke Bar Pataässä - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Senate Hotel

Hotel with a bar, steps from House of the Estates
Senate Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, a library, and express check-out.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 50-cm TVs with cable channels. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and slippers. Refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.

Languages

English, Finnish, Russian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

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.
  • Elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1907
  • Renovated entire property - May 2020
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-cm TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 20
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should notify this property in advance of their anticipated arrival time. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 40.00 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 0 per night
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 40.00 per day

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services.

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 or credit 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, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • 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:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served at Senate Hotel.

Property is also known as

Kongressikoti Hotel Helsinki
Kongressikoti Hotel
Kongressikoti Helsinki
Kongressikoti
Senate Hotel Hotel
Kongressikoti Hotel
Senate Hotel Helsinki
Senate Hotel Hotel Helsinki

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Senate Hotel?

Senate Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to Senate Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Helsinki City Centre, just steps from Senate Square and House of the Estates, and within a short walk of Kauppatori Market Square. You'll also find Helsinki Cathedral and Esplanadi less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Senate Hotel?

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

Does Senate Hotel have a casino?

No, Senate Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Senate Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Senate Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like Egyptian cotton sheets and slippers as well as a bar.

Does Senate Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Senate Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

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

Will Senate Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Senate Hotel.

Does Senate Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from Senate Hotel?

The closest major airport to Senate Hotel is Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), which is 11.7 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Senate Hotel?

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

Senate Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 244 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Murat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a good place for a budget stay in the middle of the city. The hotel is very basic. The rooms are very basic. One has to realize that this hotel is consists of maybe 8-10 rooms on the 5th floor of a building. Rooms do not have toilets/showers. So, when booking one has to be aware of this. It is a single floor of a building! It has two very small toilets for men/women. It has a shower that would be a shower of a typical home. It has a small kitchen, with a normal size fridge, a sink, a small dinner table, a stove, ... The location is very central. The lady at the reception was terrific. She was warm, welcoming, smily, helpful. Thanks Galina for your hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Taina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leann Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private, quiet, clean, helpful, location
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

olli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good. Great location, great room, great staff, great value. I loved the feel of the hotel, too. The stay was just what I needed - so much so that I tried to book a room for a second night later in the week ... but had no joy!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Santos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very helpful owners
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Mia

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

Perfect location in Helsinki

Receptionist was very friendly. Great location, a few minutes walk from the main station, harbor market, cathedral. I highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sakurako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Harold

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

Great location

Older property on the fifth floor of the building. Some quirkiness due to age, but great central location and a tram stop literally right outside the door of the building. I had an emergency when my original lodging was cancelled hours before check-in, and Senate Hotel was able to accommodate me at very short notice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thanks so much for five nights at the Senate, you were so good to me. S. Thompson
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love an old building. I was greatly entertained by my ignorance with the shower. Be back on Wed. May 1 then off on a train to Vaasa. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Malin

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Järvenpää

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Niklas

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Philip

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A cosy, simple place to stay in an excellent location - I was just in Helsinki for a few hours and the hotel was an ideal option for my stay.

8/10 Good

Jonathan

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

Basic room

Fairly basic room, but it all that I needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Dominic

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

GLORIA

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Economy, but friendly staff that speaks English.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Kaido

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Juan

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Phil

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly staff but only one shower room, 1 lady toilet and 1 man toilet for the whole hotel. So poor
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022