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Hotel Helka

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Located close to Finnish Museum of Natural History and Temppeliaukio Church, Hotel Helka provides a terrace, a library and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Free in-room WiFi and a business centre are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$273
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a large window with curtains.

Comfort Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Smart Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a glass coffee table.

Comfort Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern living room with a glass coffee table, a sofa, a chair, and a desk with a lamp.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Sauna, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

Loft Single

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a skylight, a bed with green pillows, a window with curtains, and a chair.

Loft Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large potted plant.

Loft Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Smart Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(90 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Smart Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Etelainen District, a neighbourhood in Helsinki, Hotel Helka is near a metro station and near the beach. Finnish Museum of Natural History and Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Kamppi Chapel and Sibelius Monument. Temppeliaukio Church and Parliament Building are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Helsinki travel guide
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Pohjoinen Rautatiekatu 23, Helsinki, 00100

What's nearby

  • A wet urban street at dusk with buildings and a sunset.
    Kamppi Shopping Center
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • An auditorium with rows of purple seats, a large organ, and a stone wall.
    Temppeliaukio Church
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A wooden structure with horizontal slats and a cross on a brick wall.
    Kamppi Chapel
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A modern building with a glass facade, a central courtyard with seating areas, and a historic tower in the background.
    Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A modern architectural building with a sloped roof and large windows.
    Finlandia Hall
    11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Hanken Station
    3 min walk
  • Helsinki Central Station
    12 min walk
  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Thai Orchid Villa
    4 min walk
  • McDonald's
    3 min walk
  • Picnic
    6 min walk
  • Picnic
    6 min walk
  • La Torrefazione
    8 min walk

About this property

Hotel Helka

  • Boutique hotel near Finnish Museum of Natural History
  • Located close to Temppeliaukio Church and Parliament Building, Hotel Helka provides a terrace, a library and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. In addition to a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Self-parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station and express check-out
    • Express check-in, bike parking and a front desk safe
    • 2 meeting rooms, a water dispenser and a computer station
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 155 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Recycling and eco-friendly cleaning products
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
    • LED TVs with satellite channels
    • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (EUR 35 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Built in 1928
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 36.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: EUR 35 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 36.0 per day

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Helka pet-friendly?

Yes, Hotel Helka allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of EUR 15 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Helka?

As of 22 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Helka on 6 Sept 2026 start from NZ$273, 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.

How much is parking at Hotel Helka?

Self-parking is available for EUR 35 per day.

What time is check-in at Hotel Helka?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Helka?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Hotel Helka located?

Located in Etelainen District, this boutique hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Finnish Museum of Natural History, Temppeliaukio Church and Parliament Building. Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art and Kamppi Chapel are also within 10 minutes. Hanken Station and Luonnontieteellinen Museo Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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