Scandic Grand Central Helsinki, Helsinki ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Vilhonkatu 13, Helsinki, Finland, 00100

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki features a restaurant, fitness center, and bar in a historic building designed by Eliel Saarinen. This 4-star hotel provides spacious meeting facilities and unique rooms with views of notable attractions.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki include 491 air-conditioned options with amenities like a flat-screen TV, minibar, and private bathroom with a bidet. The original part of the hotel offers charming rooms with paned windows and thick walls, while the modern section features spacious rooms with full-height city views.

Dining Options

The restaurant at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki serves European cuisine and includes a heated glass terrace. The hotel's comfortable bar is a spacious area for relaxation and socializing.

Leisure & Activities

Leisure options include a fitness center, sauna, and shared lounge area, providing guests with a relaxing environment. The hotel also facilitates cycling activities for those looking to explore the area.

Business & Location

Meeting and event facilities at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki are expansive, including the Grand Ballroom with a maximum capacity of 500 guests. The hotel offers excellent public transportation access, with connections to local trains, the metro, and nearby attractions like Ateneum Art Gallery and the National Theatre within walking distance.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

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2 persons

22 m²

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Classic King Room

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2 persons

21 m²

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Classic Queen Room

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13 m²

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Getting around

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City Center

Helsinki1400 ft

Airports

Vantaa (HEL) 12.2 mi

Train

Helsinki Central Station700 ft

Metro stations

Central Railway1000 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

“The breakfast spread was impressive, offering a wide variety of tasty options that catered to all preferences.” view full review

Spacious Elegance

“The room had a classy design with high ceilings that made it feel even larger and more luxurious than expected.” view full review

Charming Courtyard

“I loved the quiet room that overlooked the lovely courtyard; it added a relaxing touch to my stay.” view full review

Stylish Interiors

“The interior design was stunning, making the hotel feel unique and nice compared to typical business hotels.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Off-site parking lot
Handicap parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Locker room
Allergy-free rooms
Elevator
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Cycling

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Board games
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Sauna

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Vilhonkatu 13, Helsinki, Finland, 00100

Map view

street view

Vilhonkatu 13, Helsinki, Finland, 00100

City landmarks

Square

Market Square

2100 ft

Church

Helsinki Cathedral

2100 ft

Church

Temppeliaukio Church

3200 ft

Square

Senate Square

2100 ft

Parks

The Esplanadi Park

2100 ft

Market

Old Market Hall

2100 ft

Church

Uspenski Cathedral

4200 ft

Museums

The National Museum of Finland

3200 ft

Amusement & Theme Parks

Linnanmaki

1.4 mi

Market

Hakaniemi Market Hall

4100 ft

Museums

Helsinki City Museum

2100 ft

Museums

Design Museum

1.1 mi

Fountains

Havis Amanda

2100 ft

University

University of Helsinki

2100 ft

Pohjoisesplanadi 1 North Esplanade

Helsinki City Hall

2100 ft

Church

Kallio Church

4100 ft

Mannerheimintie 30

Parliament of Finland

3200 ft

Sibeliuksen puisto

The Sibelius Monument

1.6 mi

Museums

Finnish Museum of Natural History

3200 ft

Events

Finlandia Hall

5200 ft

Kaisaniemen puistokuja

Kajsaniemi

4100 ft

Parks

Kaisaniemi botanic garden

4100 ft

Nearby

Museums

Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma

1500 ft

Museums

Ateneum

1500 ft

Art object

Equestrian statue of Marshal Mannerheim

1500 ft

Church

Old Church Park

1500 ft

Art object

The Three Smiths Statue

1300 ft

Aleksanterinkatu 52 B

Stockmann Department Store

1500 ft

Museums

Amos Rex Art Museum

1500 ft

Broadway Theatre

Finnish National Theatre

1500 ft

Restaurants

Maya Bar & Grill

600 ft

Mikonkatu 18

Karl Fazer Cafe

2100 ft

Kluuvikatu 3

Restaurant Zetor

1700 ft

Mannerheimintie 3-5

Club Aussie Bar

700 ft

Vilhonkatu 6

Siipiweikot

800 ft

Mikonkatu 17b

Hello Stranger

700 ft

Vilhonkatu 6

Vltava

1800 ft

Elielinaukio 2

Cafe Roasberg

900 ft

Mikonkatu 13

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

88%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.8/10

Great

Rooms

7.8

Location

9.7

Service

8.3

Dining

8.2

Ron

United Kingdom, April 2024

8.2/10

The hotel is cozy and comfortable, with friendly service and a great central location next to the railway station. While the rooms are quite small, they provide a nice and cozy atmosphere. The dining options are good, especially the breakfast, but could offer more variety. The facilities are basic yet satisfactory for a pleasant stay.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are nice and cozy, with comfortable beds and pillows.

Service

9.0

The service was extremely helpful and friendly, making my stay enjoyable.

Location

10.0

The hotel is in the very center of Helsinki, right next to the central rail station.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience, particularly the breakfast, was good with a mix of continental and local specialties.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities offered were suitable for my needs during the stay.

Jon

United Kingdom, March 2024

9.2/10

The hotel is located perfectly right next to the central station, making it super convenient for travelers needing to get to the airport later. The rooms are beautifully decorated with great taste and offer fantastic showers and very comfortable mattresses. The service was incredibly helpful and courteous, always ready to assist us when needed. The location allows easy and fast access to all of Helsinki's attractions, including the main shopping street and a nearby supermarket. The dining experience was one of the best I've had in the EU, offering varied and top-quality options, although it can get very busy at times. Overall, a great place to stay if you value convenience and excellent service.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are decorated lovely and with good taste, well appointed with great showers and very comfortable mattresses.

Service

9.0

The service was very helpful whenever we needed anything, and the staff was incredibly courteous.

Location

10.0

The location is perfect, right next to the train station, and provides easy access to the rest of the city, including all attractions.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic, one of the best I've ever had in the EU, offering varied and top-quality options.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers excellent facilities to ensure a comfortable stay for guests.

Malcolm

United Kingdom, December 2023

8.0/10

The hotel is situated perfectly in the heart of Helsinki, making it easy to access anywhere in the city. The design of the rooms is pretty and overlooks a quiet back road, though it's a bit of a walk from the elevator. The service was friendly but somewhat disorganized. The location is ideal for short stays with its proximity to the central station. The dining experience offered a wide variety of choices but lacked cutlery at times. Overall, a convenient option for those traveling by train.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are beautifully designed with a pretty decor, but they are located quite far from the elevator and facing a quiet back road.

Service

7.0

The staff were friendly and tried to help, but there were some interruptions and organizational issues that made my check-in longer than necessary.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is excellent for accessing Helsinki easily, especially for those arriving by train from the airport. It's right in the city center, next to the main train station.

Dining

8.0

The dining options were varied and excellent, but there were occasional issues with cutlery not being readily available.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were good overall, offering a comfortable stay with all the necessary amenities.

Fiona

United Kingdom, December 2023

8.8/10

The hotel offers clean and well-laid-out rooms, although they were a bit smaller than expected considering the price and location. The service was friendly and accommodating, but there were occasional interruptions by other staff members. The location is perfect, right next to the train station, providing easy access to the city. The dining experience was excellent with a wide variety of options, though there were some issues with staff availability during peak times.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very nice and clean with a great view of the square and the station building.

Service

9.0

The service was incredibly helpful and courteous.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is perfect, right next to the train station and ideal for exploring the city.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was great, catering to all tastes and dietary requirements, offering one of the best hotel breakfasts.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides all the amenities expected in this price range.

Elizabeth

United Kingdom, October 2023

7.4/10

The hotel had quiet and adequately sized rooms, though with a slight smell indicating poor ventilation. The service was friendly but not exceptionally helpful. The location was very convenient next to the train station, and the dining experience felt understaffed despite good food options. The facilities were satisfactory overall.

Rooms

6.0

The room wasn't big but had enough space and was quiet as requested, with a lingering smell indicating poor ventilation.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly but lacked exceptional assistance.

Location

9.0

The location was very convenient, right next to the train station.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience had good food options but felt understaffed.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were satisfactory overall.

Eric

United Kingdom, May 2023

9.0/10

I absolutely adored my stay at this hotel! The rooms are beautifully decorated and spacious, perfect for train enthusiasts with superb views of the platforms. The location is unbeatable, right next to Central station and with easy access to the airport bus. The service was top-notch, with incredibly helpful and kind staff. The dining options were varied and catered to all tastes, making for a delightful experience. The facilities were modern and well-maintained, adding to the overall comfort of my stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were large, clean, and cozy with lovely decor and ample storage space. The big windows offered a great view, and the design of the hotel interior added to the charm.

Service

9.0

The staff went above and beyond to assist me, even checking the opening hours of nearby attractions. Their kindness and attentiveness truly made my stay special.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is perfect for exploring Helsinki, especially for travelers using the central station or heading to the airport. It's within walking distance of all central Helsinki attractions, making sightseeing a breeze.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was fantastic, offering a wide range of options to suit different dietary preferences. The traditional continental breakfast with Scandic specialties was a highlight.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were top-notch, providing everything I needed for a comfortable and convenient stay.