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Senate Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel near House of the Estates in Helsinki

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Rooftop terrace
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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a desk lamp, a window with curtains, a chandelier, and a door.
Terrace/patio
Reception

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Snellmaninkatu 15 A, Helsinki, 00170
  • Place, Helsinki Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ateneum Art Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kauppatori Market Square
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a desk lamp, a window with curtains, a chandelier, and a door.

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Shared Bathroom, City View

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Shared Bathroom, City View

  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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City Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

City Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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City Single Room, Shared Bathroom

City Single Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Budget Single Room (Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Single Room (Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a chandelier.

Double Room King Bed City View (Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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City Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

City Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Helsinki

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Helsinki City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from House of the Estates and Helsinki Cathedral. Kauppatori Market Square and Ateneum Art Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Helsinki Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Senate Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ateneum Art Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kauppatori Market Square - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Uspenski Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Vironkatu Station - 1 min walk
  • Helsinki Central Station - 12 min walk
  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Engel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jone's Karaoke Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fazer Café Kaisaniemi - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Miss Sushi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Korea House - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Senate Hotel

Hotel near House of the Estates in Helsinki
A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A rooftop terrace, a library, and multilingual staff are also featured at Senate Hotel.

This Helsinki hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1907
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Senate Hotel offers 10 accommodations with rice cookers and slippers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Cable television is provided. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Books
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-cm TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Griddle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 20
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests should notify this property in advance of their anticipated arrival time. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 40.00 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 20.0 per day.

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.

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 0 per night (33 ft away)
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 40.00 per day

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 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 or credit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and Apple Pay. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Senate Hotel.

Property is also known as

Kongressikoti Hotel Helsinki
Kongressikoti Hotel
Kongressikoti Helsinki
Kongressikoti
Senate Hotel Hotel
Kongressikoti Hotel
Senate Hotel Helsinki
Senate Hotel Hotel Helsinki

Frequently asked questions

How close is Senate Hotel to the airport?

Senate Hotel is 11.7 mi (21-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 Senate Hotel?

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Senate Hotel on Jun 22, 2026 start from CA $112, 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 Senate Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Senate Hotel.

How close is Senate Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2 mi (13-min drive) from Hietaniemi Beach and 4.5 mi (25-min drive) from Hietaranta Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Senate Hotel offer free breakfast?

Senate Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Senate Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Grand Casino Helsinki (8-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Senate Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Early check-in costs EUR 20 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Senate Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Senate Hotel have a pool?

Senate Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Senate Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Senate Hotel to downtown Helsinki?

Senate Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Helsinki.

Senate Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 255 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 255 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 255 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 255 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 255 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thibault

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay ! The value for money is excellent and we were happy to stay there. We highly recommend the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room in a fantastic location, easy to get in after check in time with text message process, I was very pleased with the room and facilities, highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a weird but great little hotel, provided you read what it is and have reasonable expectations. It's shared bath, and the rooms are sparse but clean and comfortable. For the price you pay, it's more than fair. Don't book it for your romantic get away, but if you want a good price on a great location and the room is just a place to sleep. It's perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leann Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private, quiet, clean, helpful, location
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location to walk to many sights of the city but the hotel is a little hard to find
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reija

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Calm and cosy hotel with clean room and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kentaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room.Good food service.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A cosy, simple place to stay in an excellent location - I was just in Helsinki for a few hours and the hotel was an ideal option for my stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good. Great location, great room, great staff, great value. I loved the feel of the hotel, too. The stay was just what I needed - so much so that I tried to book a room for a second night later in the week ... but had no joy!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Santos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very helpful owners
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect location in Helsinki

Receptionist was very friendly. Great location, a few minutes walk from the main station, harbor market, cathedral. I highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a great location if you're visiting Helinski. It's close to the train station, the port, and of course, the senate square. It's in the 5th floor of an old building but it has an elevator and everything works smoothly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Nice staff, very rough facilities.

Nice staff, and a great location, seeing it is so close to the city centre. But I was surprised how rough the room and the shared bathroom were. I wouldn't consider this a hotel, but rather a motel. But, the price was low so I guess that nakes up for a part of it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Basic room

Fairly basic room, but it all that I needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sakurako

Liked: Staff & service
It is a hostel, not a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thanks so much for five nights at the Senate, you were so good to me. S. Thompson
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Older property on the fifth floor of the building. Some quirkiness due to age, but great central location and a tram stop literally right outside the door of the building. I had an emergency when my original lodging was cancelled hours before check-in, and Senate Hotel was able to accommodate me at very short notice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love an old building. I was greatly entertained by my ignorance with the shower. Be back on Wed. May 1 then off on a train to Vaasa. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Murat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a good place for a budget stay in the middle of the city. The hotel is very basic. The rooms are very basic. One has to realize that this hotel is consists of maybe 8-10 rooms on the 5th floor of a building. Rooms do not have toilets/showers. So, when booking one has to be aware of this. It is a single floor of a building! It has two very small toilets for men/women. It has a shower that would be a shower of a typical home. It has a small kitchen, with a normal size fridge, a sink, a small dinner table, a stove, ... The location is very central. The lady at the reception was terrific. She was warm, welcoming, smily, helpful. Thanks Galina for your hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Topp!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

lea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pieni huone, äänet käytävästä kuuluu selvästi, eli ei herkkäuniselle. Yksi wc käytävällä. Vesipiste huoneessa. Juhliin meneville plussaa oli hyvät valot ja kookkaat peilit. Sopivan lyhyt matka keskustaan. Pieni minijääkaappi huoneessa.
Jääkaappi 😊
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Grith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Godt centralt beliggende i centrum og gå afstand til mange seværdigheder. Lidt svært at finde, da det ligger på 5 sal i en ældre bygning, så det lig er e. Alm opgang. Obs man deler toilet og bad med de andre værelser. Rigtig fint til prisen. Vil gerne bruge hotellet en anden gang.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

OK budgetboende

Helt bra budgetboende utan toalett och dusch på rummet. Incheckning enligt överenskommelse (ingen receptionist dygnet runt). Kylskåp på rummet och fint och centralt läge).
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Economy, but friendly staff that speaks English.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Phil

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly staff but only one shower room, 1 lady toilet and 1 man toilet for the whole hotel. So poor
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022