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Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Art Deco hotel with restaurant, near Helsinki Cathedral

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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
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout curtains
The current price is S$185
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar

Why we love this property

Stylish historical charm
This hotel combines Art Deco design with peaceful gardens. Located in the historic district, it offers a stylish city retreat.
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.

Room options

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Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Standard Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Plus)

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Plus)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin Room

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Superior Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Twin Room

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Classic Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(191 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room (Classic)

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Family Room (Classic)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

View all photos for Family Room (Superior)

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Family Room (Superior)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Junior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Vilhonkatu 13, Helsinki, 100

What's nearby

  • University of Helsinki - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stockmann - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Helsinki Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Senate Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Finlandia Hall - 9 min walk - 0.8 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

  • ‪On the Rocks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Olivia Central Station - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ooster - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Henry‘s Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Plaza H.U.B. - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki puts you within a 10-minute drive of Helsinki Cathedral and Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre. 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
LOCAL_PARKING

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

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 business 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 described as amazing, excellent, and fantastic with great selection and freshly baked items. (203 reviews)
  • The property's gym facilities were very good, well equipped, and suitable for maintaining a training routine. (12 reviews)
  • The property offers a variety of dining options, including a great breakfast buffet and a nice bar with a small dinner menu. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

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

10/10 Exceptional

Modern hotel in a historic building. Central location, excellent breakfast, competitive price.
Johan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

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

10/10 Exceptional

great hotel and amazing breakfast
Kaoru, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Kaleb, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was amazing, Room was nice and spacious.
Xinni Calyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

nice room
aylin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Front desk was very friendly, Tea. The hotel location is excellent and easy to get to train and city walk.
witoon, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel.
Mary-Beth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay close to everything in town
Guillermo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A true gem ! In the heart of the the city right next to the train station which makes for a convent and easy commute to and from the airport . Seamless check in process . Recommend upgrading to a higher floor room/suite as the windows and layout are beautiful . Great architecture throughout , would stay here again on my next trip
Lyudmila, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fab Sauna
Robert, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very impressive hotel in great location

Very impressive hotel, nice and comfortable rooms, good breakfast and perfect location
Eran, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel

Amazing hotel and central location.
Dawn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff and hotel was amazing
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Very comfy, fascinating building, central
Victoria, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and exactly what we hoped for in terms of convenience, transportation, etc.
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room is clean, stylish and cozy. Staff are very nice! Such a good hotel
Kelly K Y, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel, room was lovely (very comfy beds), super convenient in terms of transport and in walking distance to all the main attractions. The online check in is also very handy
Hollie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location was perfect and the property is so beautiful. The best hotel we have stayed in in Scandinavia.
John, 3-night trip