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Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Art Deco hotel with a fitness center and a sauna

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Property amenity
Family Room (Classic) | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
Meeting facility
Lobby
Property entrance

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(144 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room (Classic)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Plus)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room (Superior) | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room (Superior)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Vilhonkatu 13, Helsinki, 100

What's nearby

  • Stockmann - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Helsinki Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Senate Square - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Finlandia Hall - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kauppatori Market Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Helsinki Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Rautatientori Station - 4 min walk
  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Minuuttibaari - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ooster - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hub Helsinki - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie Grand - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Henry's Pub - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Hotel near Kauppatori Market Square
A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an elevator
  • An off-leash area, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free premises, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 491 rooms have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as perks like sound-insulated walls and free newspapers. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Estonian, Finnish, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 36 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 26 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Portable shower seat
  • Raised toilet seat (17 inches high)
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1909
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 26 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 36 per day (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, debit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Scandic Grand Central Helsinki pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Scandic Grand Central Helsinki located?

Located in Helsinki City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of National Theater and Kauppatori Market Square. Grand Casino Helsinki and Ateneum Art Museum are also within 5 minutes. Rautatientori Station and Mikonkatu Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Scandic Grand Central Helsinki Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1207 out of 1667 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 341 out of 1667 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1667 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1667 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1667 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with beautiful surroundings, lovely modern room, friendly staff and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grigoriy Vladimir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, excellent staff and location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

bik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

shana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. Amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will definitely return to this hotel. Everything, from the welcoming reception staff to the bed linens to the bathroom, were perfect. The location was terrific, too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful art deco hotel- very stylish. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place lovely staff excellent location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 star hotel in Helsinki, beautiful facility, great rooms, incredible buffet breakfast, terrific neighborhood, wonderful shopping right near by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location next to trainstation, great service and even can rent bikes free
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emiliano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very historic building
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

EMIKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Whenever I stop over Helsinki, I stay at this hotel. The room is clean, breakfast is awesome you can have variety of food. It would be great if there would be a kettle and coffee cups in the room and a bath tab.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very unique building and location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was excellent and the breakfast buffet was incredible. Probably the best I’ve ever experienced. I’d definitely stay here again if the opportunity arises.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location. Everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hsin-Ya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was very plentiful. The sauna was very comfortable. The transportation was also very convenient — it was less than a 3-minute walk from the central station.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayumi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location was attractive for traveling local area and airport.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lenore

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the nicest Scandics, stylish design and excellent breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location next to the main railway station. Beautifully renovated, stylish, and well-maintened historic building. Very fine breakfast buffet with a wide variety of options.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb hotel. HUGE! 494 rooms. Breakfast can be busy. Love the convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really lovely hotel in an old art deco building. We had a room overlooking the train station but couldn’t hear a thing. Staff were friendly and helpful and breakfast buffet had a good selection of items
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness
Our first visit to Helsinki and this hotel worked out so well. It’s an easy half hour train ride from the airport, the staff was helpful and friendly, and the breakfast buffet was one of the best we’ve ever had!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025