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BEST WESTERN PREMIER Hotel Katajanokka(4 stars)

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  • Very good price (10)
    "Very good price" found in 10 reviews
    • " Per: very good price performance ratio free internet in the room and lobby Tea and coffee in the room (including ... " 
      5.433333333333334
      May 2011
    • " Really recommendable hotel , quiet and centrally located " 
      5.8
      July 2012
    • " Great hotel with special (imprisoned) flair for a Helsinki-city break! Unfortunately, that the fitness ... " 
      4.263888888888888
      August 2012
    • " Top Hotel in a former prison " 
      5.6
      August 2011
    • " The hotel was interesting, but in Allemagne ( in my opinion) no 4, worth 5 stars. Everything was clean and tidy , the staff always very friendly, the breakfast was really nice but not overwhelming. " 
      5.6
      May 2012
    • " Great hotel in former prison " 
      5.45
      September 2012
    • " ... since it late bright and early dark and you otherwise half the day oversleeps ;-) the breakfast buffet was very varied and also on special requests were after possibility received! All together a great stay ! " 
      5.283333333333333
      May 2012
    • " Great hotel with brilliant atmosphere! Many tips! " 
      5.333333333333333
      November 2011
    • " The hotel, which once a prison was, presented very clean and tidy . The Gefängnisambiente is just great and authentically implemented, but without negative impact ... " 
      5.333333333333333
      November 2011
    • " The rooms are very stylish and high-quality furnished. Flat screen TV on the wall. Everything seemed very clean and tidy . In the beds we slept very well. The bathroom is hi. Bath tub with rainforest shower. The thick ... " 
      5.333333333333333
      November 2011
  • Hotel in a central location (3)
    "Hotel in a central location" found in 3 reviews
    • " Great, original hotel in a central location , but is still in a quiet location. The special charm, the hotel is a converted prison. The ... " 
      5.6
      August 2011
    • " The hotel is in a former prison building. The Characteristics of the building remained fairly well maintained - the rooms are in the former Cells. The course requires their size. The location is good , in ten minutes you are in the center of Helsinki. The hotel is an experience! " 
      5.45
      September 2012
    • " Very quaint in a former prison to stay (especially if you open the doors to open...) I would like to particularly emphasize the cozy beer garden. The location is great . Directly before the hotel a streetcar starts. " 
      5.05
      June 2011
  • Suitable for vegetarians (2)
    "Suitable for vegetarians" found in 2 reviews
    • " ... This is however ( to our experience) the only exciting. The windows in our room did not open, for the television must extra be paid (except for a few program) and the food wasn't in the slightest suitable for vegetarians . Very much meat and fish, little choice. Altogether a rather bad impression. " 
      4.5
      July 2012
    • " Per: very good price performance ratio free internet in the room and lobby Tea and coffee in the room (including kettle) quiet location good breakfast buffet special Charme, because former prison Proximity to the harbor/market hall Tram stop ... " 
      5.433333333333334
      May 2011
  • Small portions (1)
    "Small portions" found in 1 review
    • " ... to water, tea and is. Very extensive and versatile buffet left absolutely nothing to be desired and seemed not overstuffy (no large Fresströge as in all inclusive hotels). It is constantly in small portions freshly refilled. Fruit and vegetables is freshly cut, no Dosenkram. A highlight is the fresh ... " 
      5.333333333333333
      November 2011
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Hotel review overview

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  • Hotel in general
    5.4
  • Room
    5.1
  • Service
    5.4
  • Location
    5.1
  • Gastronomy
    5.1
  • Sport
    3.5

Rating breakdown

  • Excellent
    16
  • Very Good
    6
  • Acceptable
    0
  • Poor
    0
  • Terrible
    0
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Jonas
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 26-30
23 Other hotel reviews
5.2
Rated:  
  • 1 to 3 days
  • City trip
  • Hotel recommended
The service was almost perfect. The reception was very friendly and could perfect english (as almost all finns in services). We had some special requests (extra blanket, key to the windows) and these were easy, quick and friendly fulfilled. Also when we noticed, that the tv not working, we got on the spot a new room (upgrade). The room cleaning was also nothing to complain about. Itself under the bed was not really a lot of dust.The hotel is a former prison and features approximately 100 rooms the very tastefully decorated are. The size the smallest room is still sufficient straight, from the … read more
5.1
Rated:  
  • 1 to 3 days
  • Business trip
  • Hotel recommended
Very nice experience to sleep in this hotel which used to be the jail in Helsinki. The jail style hall way where all rooms are located gives it a nice and interesting touch. The restaurant offers decent food. A tip for business travelers is to book the private room where they have a plasma screen which can be used for business presentations while having a private business lunch or dinner. One of my favorite business hotels in Helsinki. … read more
Käthe
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 56-60
1 Other hotel reviews
4.4
Rated:  
  • 1 to 3 days
  • City trip
  • Hotel recommended
Really appealing hotel, definitely recommendable. Location is relatively central. Public traffic connections are very good … read more
Hardy
Germany
  • Single
  • Age 46-50
1 Other hotel reviews
5.1
Rated:  
  • 1 to 3 days
  • Other
  • Hotel recommended
Once no 0815-hotel, because the gefängisstil up to the rooms -therefore a nice atmosphere! Quite central in Helsinki (nearby usbensky cathedral ) on the peninsula katajanokka location. There, there are but now partially shops. Restaurants stand there available! Nevertheless is a car advisable, but also the tram/tram is there. The only problem: hotel required for parking a fee... … read more
Gregor
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 36-40
3 Other hotel reviews
5.4
Rated:  
  • 3 to 5 days
  • City trip
  • Hotel recommended
The staff/ indoor in the hotel are too many young people, not pushy friendly, rather reserved. All questions were reliable and honest answers. The cleaning staff and other in the prison look dressed hotel employees regards not from, if you in the hallway is, but if you over so what excites, traveling better not. NS it has in any case didn't bother us. The cleaning of the rooms was impeccably, also reliable and daily.The hotel katajanokka is a in the year 2007 converted former prison. Size, number of rooms and condition are quite attractive outcome. Night including breakfast seems in this … read more
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Hotel description *

  • Location
    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 1.8 km from the hotel.
  • Facilities
    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).
  • Rooms
    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 individually regulated.
  • Sports/Entertainment
    The hotel features saunas and a gym.
  • Meals
    A breakfast buffet is served and lunch can be selected from a menu.
  • Payment
    The following credit cards are accepted at the hotel: American Express, Diners Club, JCB, MasterCard and VISA.
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Hotel amenities

  • Luggage room
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Non-smoking room
  • Hairdressers/Beauty salon
  • Business centre
  • Hotel safe
  • Internet
  • Lift
  • Central heating
  • Air conditioning
  • Car park

Room amenities

  • Writing bureau
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Coffee and tea
  • Terrace
  • Bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Electronic room keys
  • Wake up call/Alarm clock
  • Pets allowed
  • Fire alarm

Gastronomy

  • Restaurant
  • Hotel bar
  • Breakfast buffet

A choice of sports

  • Fitness centre
  • Volleyball

Spa offers

  • Sauna

Other hotel information

  • 24 hour reception
  • Gay friendly
  • Car hire
  • Information desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Pets allowed
  • Children welcome
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi access included
  • Newspaper
  • Laundry service
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