I chose this hotel because of the used-to-be-a-prison spice. I should have guessed that it would probably be inside galleries, small windows and very quiet. But somehow I didn't realise that before I actually came to the hotel. Since I dislike galleries, love large windows and appreciate a lively atmosphere, this was just not the place for me. Nothing wrong... more

We had read about this hotel and decided to book becase of the novelty value of staying in a prison. As the taxi pulled up outside we felt a bit daunted by it's appearance as obviously it still looked like a prison. On entering though we were pleasantly surprised. The whole building has been tastefully refurbished in a contemporary style.... more

This hotel is within 5 min walk to the daily quayside market. 10min to the Lindaline fast ferry to Tallin. The Hotel itself is an experience.. The old County Jail... We had a room which was converted from 3 cells, very tatstefully,asthetically done and the beds were exceptionally comfortable. The Staff.. excellent in all aspects and as with all Finns..... more

We stayed here in July. As an experienced traveler, I could not believe it: too good to be true! Everything is just like it's supposed to be: clean, spacious rooms, quietness (certainly helps that visitors have to pay for the tv). Oh, and a bathroom - taking shower is a treat! Breakfasts are luxurious in a stylish atmosphere; stuff is... more

We stayed at this hotel on our July 2009 trip through Scandinavia. I selected this hotel due to some of the reviews and the "cool" factor of staying in an old prison. Positives: The hotel was very clean, staff was very friendly, and was pretty "cool" as you were in an old prison complete with walls on the outside. The... more

Exellent new hotel in the old jail. Room was very clean and modern. There was also very nice and clean bathroom. Hotel was peaceful and pleasant. more

Spent two night at the BW Katajanokka. The room was spacious (even with a baby crip), the bathroom was superb and the service exceptional. The front desk and restaurant staff were very efficient and attentive to our needs (we were traveling with a 10-month old). Also, the hotel is much closer to the city centre than we expected. By foot... more

This is the kind of hotel that allows travellers who have seen it all to have a memorable experience. Built in a building which formerly was a jail, the design of rooms, quality of materials and equipment used allows for great level of comfort and relaxation. Breakfast served in the moring is of very high quality and the hotel is... more

The Katajanokka is a unique hotel, built from a converted jail. Rooms were good, very clean and spacious and this was combined with a good restaurant and excellent location, less then 15 minutes walk to the Market Square (or a tram stop right outside). Would definately recommend to everyone I know! more