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Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Property class: 4
4-star Art Deco hotel near Helsinki Cathedral

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A spacious indoor dining area with brick walls, large windows, and modern furniture.
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A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, large windows, and a geometric floor pattern.
A bar area with wooden bar counter, black chairs, shelves with liquor bottles, glasses, and decorative peacock statues.
A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Vilhonkatu 13, Helsinki, 100
  • Place, National Theater
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Helsinki Cathedral
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Senate Square
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a view of the city through the window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(53 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A double bed with a grey headboard, two bedside tables, and a wall-mounted picture of a boat on water.

Standard Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted lamp, and a framed picture.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small side table, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed with a fur throw, a dark armchair, and a blue sofa.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Plus)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and two windows with curtains.

Superior Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of a building structure.

Classic Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a lamp.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(219 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite

A modern living room with a dark blue sofa, a patterned armchair, a coffee table, a bookshelf, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room (Classic)

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a TV on the wall.

Family Room (Classic)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

View all photos for Family Room (Superior)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Family Room (Superior)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite

A bedroom with a dark blue sofa, a bed with white bedding, and a large window with dark curtains.

Junior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Helsinki

Central Helsinki getaway .With a stay at this Helsinki City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from National Theater and Grand Casino Helsinki. Ateneum Art Museum and University of Helsinki are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • National Theater - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • 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 - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Helsinki (HEC-Helsinki Central Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • Rautatientori Station - 4 min walk
  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪On the Rocks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brewery Restaurant Kellotorni - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taulu - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie Grand - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Olivia Central Station - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

4-star Art Deco hotel near Helsinki Cathedral
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki offers its guests a sauna and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There are 9 meeting rooms available. Scandic Grand Central Helsinki also features a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area.

This 4-star Helsinki hotel is smoke free.

  • 491 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1909
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki offers 491 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bidets, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary newspapers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • 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 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 21 to 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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 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
  • Null
  • 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 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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 21 to 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

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Scandic Grand Central Helsinki to the airport?

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki is 19.8 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 Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

As of Nov 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki on Nov 22, 2026 start from $135, 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 Scandic Grand Central Helsinki have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki.

How close is Scandic Grand Central Helsinki to the beach?

This hotel is 12.3 mi (29-min drive) from Kivenlahden uimaranta.

Does Scandic Grand Central Helsinki offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between EUR 21 and 26 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Grand Casino Helsinki (2-min walk) is nearby.

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

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

Is there free parking at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Scandic Grand Central Helsinki have a pool?

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki does not have a pool.

Does Scandic Grand Central Helsinki have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Scandic Grand Central Helsinki have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Scandic Grand Central Helsinki to downtown Helsinki?

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki is 0.2 mi away from Helsinki.

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1719 out of 2432 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 515 out of 2432 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 2432 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 2432 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 2432 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location and a fantastic hotel for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and outstanding breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and beautiful hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great buffet breakfast, historic building, close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A great hotel in a perfect location. We were very pleased with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location and breakfast buffet
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast was excellent and the staff was very helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Hotel was very nice and comfortable 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and convenient location and well mantained rooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location / clean rooms / helpful staff. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel near the train station, shopping, and restaurants in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful hotel, well situated next to central rail station and in a very walkable location to many popular sites.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful really polite which really added to our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay great staff clean rooms and easy access to town. Very surprised by the high ceilings nice view and proximity.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the hotel, the location was great, the room was very spacious and the bed very comfortable, very nice bathroom too, we enjoyed our stay and we will come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location..easy access to city center & right next to train station…very nice friendly staff…
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is an exceptional gem of a place to stay. Location, interiors and quality of the property, food and amenities separate it out from the rest!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Connected to train station so convenient to go anywhere! In a great part of city with plenty to do including walk to market square and ferries!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff, condition, cleanliness, breakfast, price, and location were all excellent. Also, the property has a lot more character than the cookie-cutter hotels we typically find in the US.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent value for money. The building and interiors are really beautiful, and it was surprisingly quiet even though it's located directly at the central railway station. The breakfast was fantastic too, with lots of options incl. traditional Finnish delicacies. We'll definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel was extremely nice in a very central location with access to public transportation. The amenities in the hotel were excellent, the breakfast was excellent and the. At at the end of the was great with great service and a a variety of drinks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026