Helka is a privately own hotel near the center of Helsinki. Everything you need is within 10-15 minutes walking distance. Many business travellers staying at the hotel. I have stayed there twice and the room size varies at least in single rooms. Room 427 was more spacious than roome 517, eaqully nice though. Rooms are clean and nicely decorated with... more

Average location, about 10 minutes from the railway station. Small (single) rooms, but quite well done. Moderate service. Free public sauna, but it is much better to pay for the private sauna. Good value hotel. more

The location of this hotel is ideal, within a few blocks (about 6-7) from the main train station in Helsinki. Even loaded with suitcases, we found this to be a fairly quick and easy 15-minute walk. The harbor, Stockmans department store and hundreds of small shops are all within easy walking distance. The Church in the Rock is only a... more

I was staying for two night and selected Helka on the basis of its low price and proximity to where I had to be in Helsinki. The room was tiny; I could hardly open my suitcase and had to jump over it on my way to the toilet. The toilet was small - the wash basin could hardly fit both... more

The decor is nice what a tourist might expect thinking of Finnish design, and our room was spacious. Unfortunately the bathroom was not very clean. I wonder if it was just a mistake as the rest of the place was clean. Location is not too bad, and staff helpful. Breakfast appropriate for a 3 star. I booked through another website... more

We stayed at the Helka for 2 nights. We were more than impressed with the hotel. The location isn't right in the centre. It is around a 5/10 minute walk from the main centre, but there are plenty of restaurants and shops within 2 minutes walking distance. The room itself was clean and very well presented. If a little small.... more

I can't say enough good things about this Hotel, as I settled in here for 5 days in June. As another traveler said, don't be put off by the gray of the exterior building. The inside is a treat for the eyes with typical Finnish design and light. Location: It is easy to reach from the airport by public transport... more

The Helka was lovely. Upon arriving in Helsinki, we chose to take a cab to the Helka, as we were uncertain of the bus routes. It really is located close to a main subway/bus line, so we took a bus back to the airport upon departure. The hotel was nice, with comfortable rooms and a good breakfast. The room decor... more

This is a great central place with generally friendly service, fast internet and nice, but very small rooms. The breakfast is great, and the staff knowledgeable. It seems very busy. Some classic design features including the famous 'light bulb' lamps. The sauna for free in the morning was fantastic, although you have to watch that the men don't overstay and... more