Best Western Katajanokka Hotel
MERIKASARMINKATU 1A 00160
Helsinki, Finland
4 Star Hotel
Most recent booking for this hotel was 04/02/2012 at 19:24
Rooms
from
£32
This modern hotel, a former prison built in 1888 and completely renovated in 2007, presents a world of contrasts. The old red-brick prison walls open up to reveal 106 magnificent rooms, 3 of which are Junior Suites equipped with saunas. The old church of the prison has been remodelled into an astonishing festival and conference hall with a capacity of 130 people. On the terrace, guests can relax beneath the old maple trees and enjoy the pleasant atmosphere. Guests can experience an unforgettably luxurious jail term in this historical prison of Katajanokka! Facilities include a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out service, currency exchange and lift access. There is a bar and an on-site restaurant. Room and laundry services are available for an additional fee; there is wireless Internet access, bike hire (fees apply) and a car park (fees apply).This historical city hotel is located just 500 m from Uspenski Cathedral and 800 m from the Presidential Residence and the Market Square. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is some 18 km from the hotel.All the rooms are en suite with bathtub and shower and fitted with modern conveniences, including 2 Internet connections and air conditioning. Hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, an iron and ironing board and an in-room safe all come as standard. The heating and air conditioning can be inpidually regulated.The hotel features saunas and a gym.
* Some services at an extra charge
Hotel Facilities
- 24 Hour Reception
- Access
- Air-Conditioned
- Bar
- Bath
- Business
- Car Park
- CD/Stereo
- Currency Exchange
- Gym
- Hairdryer
- Heating
- Internet
- Ironing Facilities
- Laundry
- Lounge
- Meeting Room
- Minibar
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Safe
- Shower
- Sports
- Tea and Coffee
- Telephone
- TV
- WiFi
Property characteristics of Best Western Katajanokka Hotel
- Single rooms - 36
- Disabled rooms - 5
- Junior Suites - 3
- Double / twin rooms - 67
- Total number of rooms - 106
- Number of floors (main building) - 4
- Last renovated - 2007
- Year of construction - 1888
Our customer reviews
Customer rating
9.0
Magnificent
Francesco from Dublin
Ireland
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Customer rating
10.0
Spectacular
Samantha from Stockport
United Kingdom
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“ The hotel was excellent, the room was very large with a good sized bathroom. The hotel was very clean and all the staff were very friendly.
Customer rating
8.0
Great
John from Lancaster
United Kingdom
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“ The hotel is a former prison and that many of the prison's original features have been retained giving the hotel a distinct character all of its own. Our room was large, comfortable and sound-proof. The staff were very helpful and the breakfast buffet was very good. The hotel is in a quiet and attractive area of town, not far from the harbour but a moderately long walk from the city centre, which might not suit everyone.
Customer rating
8.0
Great
Eric from Halifax
United Kingdom
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A fascinating and unusual conversion from the city prison.
Rooms were spacious and modern - the whole hotel had a feeling of light and space (apart from the dining room) maybe not what you would initially expect!
The breakfast was good with plenty of choice both hot and cold - although I have to admit the decor was a little too dark and a little claustrophobic
Customer rating
10.0
Spectacular
Rob from Rickmansworth
United Kingdom
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“ Hotel aimed at Business market, which was clean and generally smart with good included breakfast. The fact that it is converted Jail adds some interest.
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