Home Hotel Katajanokka, Helsinki

Home Hotel Katajanokka

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

A former prison, Home Hotel Katajanokka in Helsinki is one of our favourite hotels in Europe! We’ve stayed a few times, and have always loved it. It’s clean, the food is great, and it’s just 20 minutes walk from the city centre. Look out for their deals which include evening meals – it’s excellent value!

About this property

Luxury hotel near Senate Square

Situated close to Helsinki landmarks such as Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral and Allas Sea Pool, Home Hotel Katajanokka offers a distinctive stay in a historic setting. Guests can start their day with a complimentary breakfast buffet and enjoy amenities including a terrace and a peaceful garden area. For relaxation, the hotel also features a sauna.

The on-site restaurant, Linnankellari, specialises in Scandinavian cuisine and serves both lunch and dinner. Guests can also take advantage of additional conveniences such as a library, dry cleaning and laundry services, and complimentary in-room WiFi.

Additional amenities include:

  • Self-parking available for a surcharge
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Multilingual staff
  • Banquet hall and lift access
  • Seven meeting rooms
  • Luggage storage and a television area in reception

Guest reviews frequently highlight the friendliness and helpfulness of the hotel staff.

Room features

The hotel’s 106 rooms are designed with comfort and practicality in mind, offering premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, along with complimentary WiFi and in-room safes.

Additional in-room amenities include:

  • Hypoallergenic bedding and cots or infant beds available for a surcharge
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and either a bath or shower
  • 43-inch flat-screen televisions with streaming services and satellite channels
  • Wardrobes or cupboards, recycling facilities and tea and coffee-making equipment

Awards and affiliations

This eco-certified property participates in the Green Key programme, which recognises hotels committed to sustainable practices that support the environment, local communities, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages spoken

Staff members speak several languages, including English, Finnish, French, Russian, Spanish and Swedish.