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Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with restaurant, near Kauppatori Market Square

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In Helsinki City Centre, Scandic Grand Central Helsinki offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet, inviting terrace, and charming coffee shop. Unwind in the sauna or stroll through the garden while staying connected with WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout curtains
The current price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July

Why we love this property

Diverse dining options
This hotel boasts a restaurant, cafe, and bar for culinary adventures. A complimentary buffet breakfast starts each day on a delicious note.
Dreamy pillowtop sleep
Peaceful slumber awaits on pillowtop mattresses, with blackout drapes ensuring total darkness. Rainfall showers and in-room minibars enhance the experience.
Stylish historical charm
This hotel combines Art Deco design with peaceful gardens. Located in the historic district, it offers a stylish city retreat.

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Plus)

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Plus)

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

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Classic Twin Room

Classic Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Suite

Suite

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

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Family Room (Classic)

Family Room (Classic)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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Family Room (Superior)

Family Room (Superior)

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

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Vilhonkatu 13, Helsinki, 100

What's nearby

  • Stockmann - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Helsinki Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Senate Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kauppatori Market Square - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Finlandia Hall - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) - 45 min drive
  • Helsinki (HEC-Helsinki Central Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • Helsinki Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Helsinki Koydenpunojankatu Station - 20 min walk
  • Rautatientori Station - 4 min walk
  • Rautatieasema Station - 4 min walk
  • Mikonkatu Station - 4 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Taulu - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Olivia Central Station - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Henry‘s Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie Grand - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Plaza H.U.B. - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

  • When you stay at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Helsinki Cathedral and Kauppatori Market Square. The coffee shop/cafe is a perfect spot to grab a bite to eat, and you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or visit the sauna for a relaxing end to the day. Other highlights at this Art Deco hotel include a fitness centre, a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travellers like the central location for the sightseeing and because it's only a short walk to public transportation: Rautatientori Station is 4 minutes and Rautatieasema Station is 4 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 491 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls and off-lead area available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking

    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Off-site parking within 656 ft (EUR 36 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • 9 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • Built in 1909
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 80
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 75
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Hand-held shower heads
  • Portable shower seat
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Raised toilet seat height (centimetres): 44
  • Lowered plug sockets in bathroom
  • Height-adjustable showerheads
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Nordic Swan Ecolabel – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 26 per person

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 36 per day (656 ft away)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Scandic Grand Central Helsinki offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Scandic Grand Central Helsinki 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.

Are pets allowed at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino Helsinki (2-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy amenities such as a sauna, a fitness centre and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around Scandic Grand Central Helsinki like?

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki is in Helsinki City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Rautatientori Station and 9 minutes' walk from Helsinki Cathedral. Travellers say that the local area is very walkable perfect for shopping.

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Reviews

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently excellent with a wide variety of options and quick replenishment. (397 reviews)
  • The airport shuttle was conveniently located right next to the train station, making it easy to get to and from the airport. (26 reviews)
  • The hotel's gym is well-equipped and suitable for maintaining a training routine. (18 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location..easy access to city center & right next to train station…very nice friendly staff…
Steven, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

All good nice facility great location
fern, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very well located hotel with well equipped spacious room and very good breakfast.
Benoit, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location friendly and helpful staff spacious and clean room
Man Wah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast buffet was incredible. The facilities were amazing and comfortable and very nice. The location perfect. The staff very helpful! Everything A+
Samuel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room is Clean and the staff is nice.
Zi Ying, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, nice staff, nice breakfast and convenient location which could centrally walk to many attractions around 5 to 15 minutes.
Wing Chung, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love the hotel. Located just outside the Central Station. Love that they have sauna between 4-10pm. Will definitely come back again.
Camille, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful, friendly staff. Very comfortable and quiet room. Great location.
Jennifer, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was perfect. Clean room, the staff was very attentive!
Claudia C, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast very good, location perfect. Unfortunately, a window cannot be opened.
Joachim, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel, great location, large rooms and staff were very good. Would return
Russell, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location, great gym and sauna in hotel Great rooms. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Andrew, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Location was excellent, room was just right.
Graeme, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Close to city ammenites, spotless, sauna in room, great breakfast. Excellent front desk!!
Michele, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room and the facility is great. We love the location.
SUQI, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A superb hotel that I will gladly revisit. Food, service, room, location, all good!
Ari, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel in the best location with delicious breakfast. Would definitely go back if ever in Helsinki again.
mary j., 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Charme & History
Cristian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Service! We loved the Hotel and more importantly the great customer service. Thank you!
Sandra, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was cozy with a comfortable and warm bed. Loved the sauna! Breakfast was amazing. Highly recommend!
Megan, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was very nice, comfortable, and clean. Breakfast was excellent!
Barbara, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was comfortable and quiet.
Daniel, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Decor was attractive with good room amenities
Stanley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nicely renovated and historic building in modernist style
Martin, 3-night trip