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Hotel Helka

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Front of property
Property entrance
Smart Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 22 per person)
Junior Suite | View from room

Overview of Hotel Helka

Hotel Helka

4.0 star property
4-star hotel with bar/lounge, near Finnish Museum of Natural History
9.2 out of 10 Superb
9.2/10 Superb

1,002 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
The price is NZ$245
Price available on 22/06/2023
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Pohjoinen Rautatiekatu 23, Helsinki, 00100
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Breakfast available
  • Sauna
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • Business centre
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Library
  • Computer station
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

  • In Etelainen District
  • Olympic Stadium - 4 min drive
  • Helsinki Cathedral - 5 min drive
  • Helsinki Ice Hall - 5 min drive
  • Linnanmaki Amusement Park - 5 min drive
  • Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre - 8 min drive
  • Helsinki Zoo - 16 min drive
  • Flamingo Entertainment Centre - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) - 30 min drive
  • Helsinki Central Station - 12 min walk
  • Helsinki (HEC-Helsinki Central Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • Helsinki Koydenpunojankatu Station - 14 min walk
  • Hanken Station - 3 min walk
  • Luonnontieteellinen Museo Station - 4 min walk
  • Perhonkatu Station - 5 min walk

Restaurants

  • Kampin Pippuri - 2 min walk
  • Kahvi Charlotta - 1 min walk
  • Helkan Keittiö - 1 min walk
  • Chicken Joint - 1 min walk
  • Ravintola Ateljé Finne - 3 min walk
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About this property

Hotel Helka

Located near a train station, Hotel Helka is a great choice for a stay in Helsinki. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge and the sauna makes for a relaxing end to the day. Other highlights at this upmarket hotel include a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and breakfast. Public transportation is only a short walk: Hanken Station is 3 minutes and Luonnontieteellinen Museo Station is 4 minutes.

Languages

English, Finnish, Swedish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter

Check-in

Contactless social distancing and check-out
Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Masks available
Hand sanitiser provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
Individually wrapped food options available for breakfast
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 155 rooms
  • Arranged over 6 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3:00 PM until anytime
  • Express check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets allowed (1 per room)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • On-site self-parking (EUR 32 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1928
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Bike parking
  • Sauna
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Water dispenser
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (selected rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 22 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 30 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per accommodation, per night

Parking

  • Self-parking costs EUR 32 per day

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Personal protective equipment, including masks, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitiser; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast.

Policies

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

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Helka Helsinki
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Helka offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Helka does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Helka?
As of 1 June 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Helka on 22 June 2023 start from NZ$245, 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 are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Hotel Helka?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser, social distancing measures are in place and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Helka?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 per room. There's a charge of EUR 15 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Helka?
Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 32 per day. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Helka?
You can check in from 3:00 PM - anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Helka?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino Helsinki (16-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Helka and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Hotel Helka also has a sauna.
What's the area around Hotel Helka like?
Hotel Helka is in Etelainen District, a short 3-minute walk from Hanken Station and 7 minutes' walk from Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

Reviews

9.2

Superb

9.1/10

Cleanliness

9.3/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.3/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Carolyn, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Saeedeh, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair

They are very inflexible about check out times. Check out staff was rude and condescending.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

great hotel usually stay here when in Helsinki
I can thoroughly recommend hotel Helka - true Finnish atmosphere and ambience and convenient central location
james, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

S D, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Vähä nihkeä vastaanotto.
Janne, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

A nice and convenient location.
Zubair, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very friendly and there was a huge variety of at the buffet breakfast. Room was small and bathroom even smaller but was fine for us. Very conveniently located too.
Louise, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I loved this hotel Great location Will come back when in Helsinki
Maria, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ahti, 1-night trip
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