Where to Stay in Helsinki for Every Budget
Helsinki is such a fantastic city! It sits on the shore of the Baltic Sea, boasts of a thriving arts scene, is full of public parks, museums, and cathedrals, all served by extremely convenient public transportation.
It’s worth checking out all on its own, or on your way to Lapland, like we did. Below you’ll find the very best hotels for every price range.
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Kluuvi
Best for easy navigation
The Kluuvi district is the area closest to the train station. It has a great central location — if you’re flying or taking a train elsewhere in Finland, staying in here is very convenient.
We loved that it’s also within walking distance (about 20 minutes) of Helsinki’s famous markets, historic sites, and upscale shopping and dining.
Mid-range:
We stayed here our first night in Finland and it was so convenient. After an exhausting amount of travel, we walked across the street from the train station and had a room waiting for us. The hotel itself is beautiful, with a great breakfast included in your stay. We had a room facing the courtyard, and it was especially quiet.
Kaampi
Best for nightlife
Our favorite stay in Helsinki was in Kaampi. We loved that it is not far from the train station and has more than half of the city’s live music venues. Kaampi has a great mix of nightlife with restaurants, bars, shopping, museums, and great architecture.
Luxury:
Reserve a room up high here — the views of the city are the best in Helsinki! The hotel itself is chic with compelling designs, and breakfast is included with your stay.
Mid-range:
This was our favorite hotel in Helsinki! It’s beautiful, centrally located, and has an incredible breakfast included with your stay. We also enjoyed their daily offerings, such as free museum tickets and live music in the evenings.
Located on the edge of the Kaampi neighborhood and the Design District, Hotel Indigo is fun and bright with rave reviews. We love its location — it has great proximity to restaurants, museums, and parks.
Budget:
This is a mixed dorm-style hostel with single rooms available and amenities like lockers and laundry facilities. Guests appreciate its cleanliness and ample number of showers.
Punavuori
Best for art lovers
Punavuori is a fun, bohemian neighborhood, located in the southwestern part of downtown Helsinki. You’ll find plenty of street art, art galleries, vintage shops, diverse dining, and boutique shops here.
Luxury:
Pamper yourself with spa-type bathrooms, city views, and balconies. Plus, breakfast is included, and the reviews say it’s incredible.
Mid-range:
If you’re looking for a roomy stay, rent an apartment-style home with Bob W KOTI Ullanlinna. They have laundry on-site, separate rooms, eating areas, and every unit has a kitchen.
Kallio
Budget friendly neighborhood
Kallio is a diverse neighborhood known for having great nightlife, with a variety of bars, clubs, and music venues. Get to this area with one quick tram ride — 20 minutes or less!
Budget:
This is a hostel known for having friendly owners, helpful staff, and a great location near lots of nightlife. You can choose between mixed dorm rooms, female-only dorms, and twin rooms. Guests love that they have lockers included with the stay and a well-stocked kitchen.
Kaartinkaupunki
Best for luxury
Home to the Kauppatoi Market Square, Old Market Hall, and Esplanadi Park, you’ll see beautiful historic architecture. The neighborhood is upscale, with boutique shops, and fine dining.
Luxury:
Historic, and right on the edges between Kaampi, Kallio, and the Kaartinkaupunki
neighborhoods, Hotel Kämp has a great location. It sits along the beautiful Esplanadi Park and is a short walk away from all kinds of sights.
Mid-range:
Guests say this hotel is on par with five-star hotels in the area. They rave about the friendly, helpful staff, and love the breakfast available for an additional fee.
Katajanokka
Most quiet
Take a quick ride on a tram to reach the island of Katajanokka from the train station. Surrounded by the harbor, it’s a quieter neighborhood known for beautiful art nouveau architecture and upscale seafood restaurants. Enjoy walks to markets, the Allas Sea Pool sauna, and nearby cathedrals.
Mid-range:
The Scandic Grand Marina is a beautiful, modern hotel with great proximity to the best sights on Katajanokka.
Recently updated, the Noli Katajanokka II offers modern rooms with kitchenettes, laundry facilities, breakfast for a fee, and free bike rentals.
Budget:
The Eurohostel is a pet-friendly hostel offering private and semi-private rooms with shared bathrooms, laundry facilities, breakfast for a fee, and friendly staff.
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