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Hotel Katajanokka, Helsinki, a Tribute Portfolio HotelvsHotel Kamp
Both hotels are rated highly by writers. On balance, Hotel Kamp ranks slightly higher than Hotel Katajanokka. Hotel Kamp is ranked #1 in Helsinki with recommendations from 10 reviews including Michelin Guide, Travel + Leisure and Hideaway Report.
Hotel Katajanokka, Helsinki, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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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
Hotel Kamp Michelin Guide
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler The Telegraph Fodor's
Hideaway Report
Jetsetter
U.S. News & World Report Show All Reviews
Pohjoisesplanadi 29, Helsinki 00100, Finland
From $249/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide "Luxurious 19C hotel with superb spa and fitness facility. Well-equipped, elegant bedrooms boast spacious marble bathrooms; suites are named after Finnish artists."
Travel + Leisure "For visiting artists, royalty, and romantics, this modernized 19th-century hotel is the address to commit to memory." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Founded in 1887 and recently renovated, this Belle Epoque property is one of Helsinki’s most outstanding hotels, and only one of two in the city with five stars."
Star Service "Next to the Kamp Galleria, five blocks from the train station, this property opened in 1887 as an opulent meeting place for Finnish diplomats and artists." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This "old-world European hotel," which celebrated its 125th anniversary in 2012, garners a perfect score for its location in the Kluuvi shopping district... and across from Esplanade Park." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"The Kämp offers late-19th-century classical luxury in an authentically historic and central setting." Full review
Fodor's "Opposite the Esplanade Park stands this splendid, luxurious, late-19th-century cultural landmark, now a member of the Starwood group." Full review
Hideaway Report93.0
"Lavish hotel located opposite Esplanade Park in the city’s principal upscale shopping area." Full review
Jetsetter "Historic hotel steps from Helsinki’s Esplanadi, with a top restaurant and Nordic-inspired spa treatments." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"Built by Finnish architect Theodor Höijer in 1887, Hotel Kämp woos guests with its Old World architecture and decor." Full review
