Klaus K HotelvsHotel Helka
Both properties are praised by professionals. Overall, Klaus K Hotel is the choice of most writers compared to Hotel Helka. Klaus K Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 91 with accolades from 8 publications like Lonely Planet, Michelin Guide and Fodor's.
Klaus K Hotel
Bulevardi 2-4, Helsinki 00120, Finland
From $86/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Late 19C landmark building with great facade. Striking interior is designed to reflect the epic themes of The Kalevala."
Fodor's
"Short-stay business travelers love the aesthetics and attention to detail at Klaus K, one of Helsinki's chicest hotels." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Boasting excellent service and extremely comfortable beds, this central, independent design hotel has a theme of Kalevala quotes throughout, and easy-on-the-eye space-conscious architecture." Full review
Star Service
"Located in the center of town, at the top of Esplanade on a tree-lined street, the Klaus K claims "to be taking the hotel out of hotel."" Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
81.4
"Once a drab business hotel, this reborn property near the Esplanade now has a snappy name, friendly staff, and a chic late-night bar." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Klaus K Hotel is an upscale hotel in Helsinki with 171 impeccably decorated, modern rooms in a convenient location within walking distance of Esplanadi Park." Full review
Jetsetter
"Hip hotel in a 19th-century building in Helsinki's design district with on-site Tuscan restaurant." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Klaus K is popular for its central location and imaginative style." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Independent design hotel Klaus K has a theme of Finnish national epic Kalevala quotes throughout, and space-conscious architecture" Full review
Michelin Guide
"Rooms are a touch softer, a touch warmer than the public spaces, cozy yet stylish...two restaurants, and the spa, naturally, leans more toward the classic Finnish sauna " Full review
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