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Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Art Deco hotel with restaurant, near Helsinki Cathedral

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed
Family Room (Classic)
Reception
Sauna
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

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly

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
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is €113
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul

Room options

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(131 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room (Classic)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, pillow-top 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 cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room (Superior)

Family Room (Superior)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Marski by Scandic

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,289 reviews
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
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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
  • Olympic Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) - 36 min drive
  • Helsinki Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Helsinki (HEC-Helsinki Central Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • Helsinki Koydenpunojankatu Station - 21 min walk
  • Rautatientori Station - 4 min walk
  • Mikonkatu Station - 5 min walk
  • Kaisaniemi Station - 5 min walk

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

At Scandic Grand Central Helsinki, you'll be within a 15-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 Mikonkatu Station is 5 minutes.

Languages

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

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
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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

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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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 10 minutes' walk from Helsinki Cathedral. Travellers say that the local area is very walkable perfect for shopping.

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Scandic Grand Central Helsinki Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Location
Service staff
Train station
Airport
Bed
Cities
Public sauna
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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as amazing, fabulous, and the best with a wide variety of options. (156 reviews)
  • The property's gym facilities were very good, well equipped, and suitable for maintaining a training routine. (11 reviews)
  • The property offers a variety of dining options, including a great breakfast buffet and a nice bar with a small dinner menu. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10

Good Place To Stay, is close to the main sites of Helsinki
3-night trip

10/10

Great location next to the station. Comfortable rooms, good buffet selection at breakfast.
5-night trip

10/10

The breakfast is by far the bedt i've had at a hotel. I really loved my stay.
2-night trip

10/10

Great location, friendly staff, fun and interesting design choices throughout the hotel. We stayed here for a short visit during a longer family trip through several countries. Would absolutely stay here again if stopping over in Helsinki.
1-night trip

10/10

So convenient, right next to the train station. Excellent breakfast! In a beautiful historic building.
3-night trip

10/10

Great stay close to everything. We were very happy with the room and the breakfast was perfect.
2-night trip

10/10

Beautiful hotel in a central location. We look forward to staying here again!
1-night trip

10/10

Great Location, beautiful building, outstanding breakfast buffet
3-night trip

10/10

Great location, nice and clean room, breakfast buffet was very good with a lot of variety. Would recommend and I would stay at this hotel again if visiting Helsinki in the future.
2-night trip

10/10

Gorgeous, historical hotel located close to transportation, shopping and sites.
Beautiful area off lobby to read and relax.
Hallways have a ‘Hotel California’ feel.
3-night trip

10/10

Stop over on the way north. Beautiful city. Excellent location right next to the train station and a short ride to the airport.
2-night trip

10/10

Excellent location, right next to train station, and bus terminal, leisurely walk to city center’s attractions and interests, excellent breakfast and have guest luggage storage for free. I would stay here again and would recommend to friends and families.
2-night trip

10/10

Great place
3-night trip

10/10

Fantastic location. Clean hotel, amazing breakfast!
2-night trip

10/10

Best Hotel ever 👍❤️
3-night trip

8/10

Very nice hotel and well-located but it's huuuuge. Almost 500 rooms, very good (and caothic) breakfast, but we like it very much.
3-night trip

10/10

Super location & property
3-night trip

10/10

Hotel was very nice. We loved the history of the building and the sauna area was great. Breakfast was excellent with lots of options.
2-night trip

10/10

Loved this place
2-night trip

8/10

Excellent
2-night trip

10/10

The location was very good and convenient for sightseeing. The room was clean and the shower had plenty of hot water. I would like to stay here again if I come to Helsinki.
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful building, staff were so helpful - was sad to leave such a gorgeous property. The location was central to all that Helsinki offers!!
3-night trip

10/10

Beautiful hotel right next to the station…very comfortable room & delicious breakfast! We also loved the bar area…great barman too
1-night trip

10/10

Loved my stay Scandic Grand Central Helsinki! Within walking distance of many great shops and restaurants and next door to the train station.
2-night trip

10/10

Love this hotel. Very clean, amazing staff and late checkout is available until 4pm for 20$. Breakfast is perfect and plenty to choose from. Thank you for your hospitality.
2-night trip