Hobo Helsinki

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Ateneum Art Museum, connected to a shopping center

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Lobby
Reception
Meeting facility
Fitness facility
Suite, Corner (Hobo) | Premium bedding, down comforters, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kluuvikatu 4, Helsinki, 00100
  • Place, Ateneum Art Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Helsinki Cathedral
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Kauppatori Market Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, Corner (Hobo)

  • City view
  • 797 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Studio (Hobo)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 Double Bed (Hobo | Large)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Twin Beds (Hobo | Large)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Double Bed (Hobo)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(60 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room (Hobo)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room (Hobo Sleeper)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(92 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite (Loft Suite)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Helsinki

Helsinki City Centre stay.At this Helsinki City Centre hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Ateneum Art Museum and Kauppatori Market Square. Helsinki Cathedral and Presidential Palace are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Senate Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ateneum Art Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Stockmann - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Helsinki Cathedral - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kauppatori Market Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Aleksanterinkatu Tram Stop - 1 min walk
  • Helsinki (HEC-Helsinki Central Train Station) - 7 min walk
  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fazer Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Other One - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Espresso House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caverna - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hobo Helsinki

4-star hotel near Ateneum Art Museum, connected to a shopping center
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include 10 meeting rooms and coworking spaces.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness center, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Hobo Helsinki. A complete renovation of Hobo Helsinki was completed in April 2024.

This 4-star Helsinki hotel is smoke free.

  • 183 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hobo Helsinki offers 183 accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Offsite parking available from 6:00 AM to midnight; EUR 35 per day; discounts available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • 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 available
Express 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 25 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 35 per day (1640 ft away; open 6:00 AM to midnight)
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This hotel caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

GLO Helsinki Kluuvi
GLO Helsinki Kluuvi Hotel
GLO Hotel
GLO Hotel Helsinki Kluuvi
Hotel GLO
Hotel GLO Helsinki Kluuvi
Hotel Helsinki Kluuvi
Glo Hotel Helsinki
Hotel Glo Helsinki

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hobo Helsinki to the airport?

Hobo Helsinki is 12.4 mi (45-min drive) away from the Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hobo Helsinki?

As of Apr 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hobo Helsinki on May 10, 2026 start from $155, 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.

Does Hobo Helsinki have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hobo Helsinki.

How close is Hobo Helsinki to the beach?

This hotel is 1.8 mi (12-min drive) from Hietaniemi Beach.

Does Hobo Helsinki offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hobo Helsinki, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 25 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hobo Helsinki?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Grand Casino Helsinki (6-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hobo Helsinki?

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

Is there free parking at Hobo Helsinki?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hobo Helsinki have a pool?

Hobo Helsinki does not have a pool.

Does Hobo Helsinki have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hobo Helsinki have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hobo Helsinki to downtown Helsinki?

Hobo Helsinki is 0.3 mi away from Helsinki.

Hobo Helsinki Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 876 out of 1164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 1164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 1164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1164 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nik

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Bryndis

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy, Norwood

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Minna

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an excellent stay at the Hobo Hotel in Helsinki. The rooms are surprisingly spacious, giving you plenty of room to spread out and settle in — a rare treat for a city‑center hotel. Everything was spotless from the moment I walked in, and the cleanliness stayed consistent throughout my stay. The staff deserves a special shout‑out. Every interaction, from check‑in to passing them in the halls during the day, was warm, positive, and genuinely welcoming. They set the tone for a great experience. Make sure you carve out time to enjoy the Hobo Bar in the lobby. The atmosphere is lively without being overwhelming, and the food and drinks were truly stellar — far better than your typical hotel bar offerings. Another bonus: the hotel sits right across from the iconic Fazer Café. Trust me, you’ll find yourself wandering over more than once for pastries, coffee, or a quick treat. Overall, Hobo Hotel delivers comfort, style, and great hospitality in the heart of Helsinki. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chaofeng

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A really great find - relaxed, friendly and comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phelan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice boutique hotel that was comfy and enjoyed the friendliness of the staff. Like the bar downstairs. Wasn't able to enjoy breakfast as I left very early in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yi

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Almost.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melyssa

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nickawanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was awesome? That's lovely but isn’t helpful, right? The rooms were well appointed and trendy. The sort of thing that looks amazing if well-maintained. I look forward to many future stays at this property and hope that the natty design remains poopin fresh. As for the staff: hearts of goodness, each one of them. I'm sure they deal with all forms of kind to crazy. They were truly gracious hosts at each interaction. The bathroom is a dream. The entryway into my room was the size of many hotel rooms I've had in Japan. It made winter dressing and disrobing, a thankless sport, easier than what I experience at home. The open shelving and hanger situation is also a bit of genius allowing damp togs to dry and also allowing for visual organization and space to repack as items lose situational relevance during planned activities. I loved the desk window area, but spent no time using them because OUTSIDE was the reason to be in town. I hope to plan more downtime into my next stay so I can take advantage of the well-appointed room, comfy bed, and shiny digs near many fun social eateries and activities. A great small chain find.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Staff were a little rude at times,
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Fedra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great . The room is a bit small but very neat and well warmed. I loved the shower and toilet.There are an steam maker that helped us ironing our overcoat and it was more than our expectation. There were not any slipper and safebox in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Rakesh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prefect location for getting around. The staff are very nice and helpful. The rooms were spacious and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Cameron

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

LindaBeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hobo Helsinki was so wonderful! Only one night (our first night) and staff were welcoming, breakfast was delicious…we were sad to leave for the next part of our adventure! We will definitely come back to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Venkatram

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, not roomy. No place to sit.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick D.

Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely clean hotel in a perfect location, great vibe, great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025