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Hotel Katajanokka, Helsinki, a Tribute Portfolio HotelvsGLO Hotel Kluuvi Helsinki
Both hotels are rated highly by travel writers. Overall, Hotel Katajanokka ranks significantly higher than GLO Hotel Kluuvi Helsinki. Hotel Katajanokka is ranked #5 in Helsinki with positive reviews from 7 sources including Insight Guides, Star Service and Fodor's.
Hotel Katajanokka, Helsinki, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Michelin Guide
Insight Guides
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Oyster
Star Service
The Telegraph Michelin Guide
Merikasarminkatu 1a, Helsinki 00160, Finland
From $141/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide "Pleasantly restored, late 19C former prison, with high ceilinged corridors and original staircases still in situ."
Insight Guides "A fabulous choice with a unique history... the well-soundproofed rooms are done up in designer furnishings and linens."
Fodor's "All in all, it's not a bad place to do time." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"While it doesn’t miss a chance to have cheeky nudges at the former penal complex, it’s not at the expense of luxury, with large flatscreen TVs and a sumptuous sauna." Full review
OysterUpscale
"For guests who want to experience what it’s like to spend a night in the slammer without ever having to break the law, the upscale Hotel Katajanokka offers a unique experience." Full review
Star Service "Probably one of the most unique hotels in the city, the Katajanokka is a former prison." Full review
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Even though several cells have been combined to make guest rooms spacious and modern, and additional windows make sure that guests don’t feel claustrophobic, the prison feel is still very present, especially in the lobby area.
The Telegraph8.0
"Having split from an international chain, this is now one of Helsinki’s few independent hotels and better for it." Full review
Michelin Guide "The old cells are now comfortable, well-equipped bedrooms with modern bathrooms. The traditional cellar restaurant features a preserved prison cell and serves traditional Finnish cuisine." Full review
GLO Hotel Kluuvi Helsinki Michelin Guide Star Service Fodor's Lonely Planet Michelin Guide
Kluuvikatu 4, Helsinki 00100, Finland
From $95/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide "Stylish, centrally located hotel with good spa and fitness facilities and a complimentary bicycle service."
Star Service "Resembling a huge glass Rubik's cube, with the large black and bold "GLO" on its face, this ultrachic eight-story hotel is a stark contrast to its famous next-door 120-year-old sibling, Hotel Kamp." Full review
Fodor's "Well-dressed locals meet in the lobby lounge while a largely international business clientele heads upstairs to unwind in what are Helsinki's slickest hotel rooms." Full review
Lonely Planet "Facilities: top notch and mostly free... online prices are best; if there's not much difference between the standard and the standard XL, go for the latter." Full review
Michelin Guide "Modernist design is actually less common than you might expect it to be in Nordic boutique hotels, but Glo Hotel Kluuvi has your fix: here the rooms are decked out in the clean lines and geometric forms you crave, while the suites make ample use of patterned fabrics by Marimekko, one of Finland’s most recognizable exports" Full review
