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Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

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

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Reception
Junior Suite
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Plus)

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Plus)

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

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

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

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Classic Twin Room

Classic Twin Room

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

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Suite

Suite

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

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Family Room (Classic)

Family Room (Classic)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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Family Room (Superior)

Family Room (Superior)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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

  • University of Helsinki - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stockmann - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Helsinki Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Senate Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Taulu - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Olivia Central Station - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Henry‘s Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie Grand - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Plaza H.U.B. - ‬2 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.

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, complimentary toiletries, 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 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • 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
  • 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

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • 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

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 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 Apr 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki on May 3, 2026 start from CA $132, excluding 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 1.5 mi (15-min drive) from Hietaniemi Beach.

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 EUR 26 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 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

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1541 out of 2145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 439 out of 2145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 2145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 2145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 2145 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ahmet Can, Providence

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to city ammenites, spotless, sauna in room, great breakfast. Excellent front desk!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Claudia C, Houston

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was perfect. Clean room, the staff was very attentive!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

SUQI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and the facility is great. We love the location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

aylin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Susan, Arlington

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very centrally located hotel. Staff was very nice and the breakfast, while not included in my room price was worth it. The bed was very comfortable as were the -pillows which often complain about.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Giulio

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Siegfried Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central to everything! Love the architecture of the building and surrounds. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmet Can, Providence

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fab Sauna
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff at main desk were exceptional. Friendly helpful and made everything feel easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Joan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I have mixed feelings about this hotel. I made a wrong booking in terms of the dates and immediately reached out to Expedia to correct it. One of the 2 rooms I booked should be 1 night less and the other room should be 1 night more. Both Expedia and myself were not able to get any response from the hotel despite our constant effort and it was only half resolved (on 1 of the room bookings and not both), after I escalated this matter to their senior management. It had been quite a nightmare trying to coordinate this with the hotel and Expedia and the hotel just went radio silent when I tried to follow up. So be warned this hotel does not reply to any messages via Expedia nor their hotel support email address, which is appalling for such a reputable chain.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Achim

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a very pleasent stay at your hotel. One tiny thing I missed, was a waterkettle and some teabags on the room. Otherwise excellent. Thank you very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susana

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary j.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in the best location with delicious breakfast. Would definitely go back if ever in Helsinki again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely big room
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Yes
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

DAEHWAN

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Chise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I needed self check in and it was not pleasant and confusing process. Room was great and breakfast was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hai Ning Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything just sooo good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025