Hotel HelkavsHostel Diana Park
Both Hotel Helka and Hostel Diana Park are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Hotel Helka scores slightly better than Hostel Diana Park. Hotel Helka comes in at #12 in Helsinki with approval from 4 sources like Michelin Guide, Fodor's and Oyster.
Hotel Helka
Pohjoinen Rautatiekatu 23, Helsinki 00100, Finland
From $84/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Michelin Guide
"Well-kept contemporary bedrooms have white walls and huge photos of flora and fauna on the ceilings."
Fodor's
"Owned by the Finnish YWCA, this is a pleasant, affordable alternative to the higher-price chain hotels." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The Hotel Helka is an upper-middle-range landmark property located in the center of Helsinki, and it's famed for being featured in the 1983 film "Gorky Park." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"One of the centre’s best midrange hotels – you can nearly always get a room cheaper than the listed price – the Helka has competent, friendly staff and excellent facilities." Full review
Hostel Diana Park
Uudenmaankatu 9, Helsinki 00120, Finland
From $26/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Multilingual
- Kitchenette
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
Insight Guides
"This dinky hostel has a warm, welcoming atmosphere and cosy rooms, whether you choose an eight-bed dormitory or a private double."
EuroCheapo
Editor's Pick
"Located just south of the city center's main sights, the Hostel Errotajanpuisto provides 50 beds and a friendly, young atmosphere." Full review
Oyster
Budget
"The two-pearl Hostel Diana Park is one of the best budget options in the city." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Helsinki’s smallest and most laid-back hostel occupies the top floor of a building in a lively street of bars and restaurants close to the heart of the city." Full review