About this hotel
General information
Waldorf Astoria Helsinki occupies neo-Renaissance buildings of 1885 in the historic Kruununhaka district, a short walk from Senate Square and Market Square. The buildings are protected by the Finnish Heritage Agency, so their staircases, façades and original architectural details have been carefully preserved, while the interiors pair that heritage with restrained contemporary design. A signature of the house is its 159 chandeliers, hung throughout the rooms, salons and corridors.
Hotel life gathers around the inner courtyard: the glass-enclosed Lilja Terrace becomes a winter garden when the snow falls and opens onto the courtyard in summer. Alongside are the Peacock Bar for cocktails and Varjo, a restaurant serving modern European cuisine. The Waldorf Astoria Spa is built on the Finnish rhythm of heat, steam and cold, centred on a glass-roofed atrium. For events there is a ballroom for up to 80 guests, smaller salons and the courtyard for cocktail receptions.
Location
The hotel stands at Mariankatu 23 in Kruununhaka, a quiet, walkable district of Helsinki’s historic centre. Helsinki Cathedral, Senate Square and the city centre are all about 1 km away, and Market Square is a few minutes on foot. Helsinki Airport (Helsinki-Vantaa) is 20 km away. There is street parking nearby, and the hotel offers paid valet parking, which must be reserved at least 24 hours before arrival.
Spa
The Waldorf Astoria Spa is rooted in Finnish sauna culture, with a Finnish sauna, an aromatic steam room with individual reclining seats, a cold bucket shower, an experience pool with underwater music, a hot tub, a cold plunge pool and several relaxation areas. At its heart is the glass-roofed Atrium, with daybeds, a fountain, a fireplace and the Atrium Bar. Four treatment rooms offer Biologique Recherche and Niki Newd therapies: massages, facials, body treatments, rituals for two and pregnancy massage. A separate Wellness Suite hosts a private recovery programme with a neurosonic lounger, compression boots, an infrared sauna blanket and a vibration plate. The spa is open to guests aged 16 and over.
Sports & leisure
The hotel has a fitness centre, and the personal concierge arranges experiences beyond its doors:
- a guided forest walk in Nuuksio National Park with a professional wilderness guide, with an optional lunch by an open fire
- a private seaside sauna on the Baltic with the option of a cold-water dip; a sauna host can explain the rituals and offer natural treatments such as blueberry hair care and peat masks
- a bespoke walk with a local guide through Helsinki’s architecture, design and history
- a private archipelago cruise on a chartered boat with Champagne and light bites, with a stop on one of the islands
For children
Babysitting can be arranged on request, and the spa offers a parent-and-child ritual in the double treatment room, with a choice of a calming massage, a light facial or a mini manicure.
Restaurants & bars
The restaurant, bar and terrace are gathered around the inner courtyard:
- Varjo — modern European cuisine with Finnish influences and seasonal ingredients; it also hosts private events with tailored menus, and the secluded Valley room suits more intimate dinners
- Peacock Bar — the hotel’s intimate bar, serving daily lunch, small bites, classic bar dishes and cocktails with a Finnish touch; adults only (18+) from 4 pm
- Lilja Terrace — a glass-enclosed terrace overlooking the courtyard, with à la carte breakfast, lunch and dinner, and afternoon tea on Saturdays with pastries, sandwiches, scones, fine teas and Champagne
- Atrium Bar — a bar in the spa atrium for a drink before or after a treatment
In-room dining is available around the clock.
Swimming
The Waldorf Astoria Spa has an indoor experience pool with underwater music, set beside a hot tub and a cold plunge pool for Finnish-style contrast bathing.
Pets
Small dogs of up to 10 kg are welcome for a fee in a limited number of rooms, and the hotel can arrange pet care. Dogs are not allowed in the spa, gym, bar or restaurant and must be kept on a lead in public areas. Service animals are also welcome.
Rooms
The rooms and suites are set within the historic buildings, each with chandeliers and a spa-style bathroom with a rain shower; several categories add a private sauna, a steam room or a bathtub set in the bedroom. Seven suites have kitchenettes.
A smart room device to control lighting, climate and entertainment and to reach hotel services, air conditioning, blackout curtains, UHD TV, free Wi-Fi, espresso machine, tea and coffee set, minibar, safe, iron, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers and bath amenities.
Double Deluxe Room
A snug room with a double bed, a chandelier and a bathroom with a rain shower. For two guests.
Double Grand Deluxe Room
A larger room with a double bed, warm lighting and a bathroom with a rain shower and generous vanity. Sleeps up to three with a rollaway bed.
Twin Grand Deluxe Room
The same room level with two single beds and a bathroom with a rain shower. For two guests.
King Junior Suite with Terrace
A suite with a king bed, armchairs and a bathroom with rain shower and design bathtub. Its highlight is a private terrace with an outdoor fireplace, where dinner can be served in summer. For two guests.
King Premier Room with Spa Facilities
Each room is individually designed, with either a bathtub in the bedroom, a steam room or a sauna. King bed; bathroom with rain shower, design bathtub and double vanity. For two guests.
Double Premier Room
A spacious room with a double bed, chandeliers and a spa-style bathroom with a rain shower. Sleeps up to three with a rollaway bed.
Twin Premier Room
A Premier room with two single beds and a bathroom with a rain shower. For two guests.
Double Attic Suite with Spa Facilities
An attic suite under lofted ceilings with original architectural details, a living area and a private steam room or sauna. Some are split-level with a few steps up to the bathroom, others have the bathtub in the bedroom or connect to an adjoining room. Sleeps up to three.
Double One Bedroom Suite
A suite with a separate bedroom and a living room with a workspace set up for video calls; the bathroom has a design bathtub. Sleeps up to three.
Double Junior Suite with Spa Facilities
A suite with an open-plan living area, a private steam room or sauna and a design bathtub in view of the bedroom. Sleeps up to three.
King Residential Suite
Made for longer stays and families: a large living room with dining table, a kitchenette, a king-bedded bedroom and a bathroom with rain shower and design bathtub. Sleeps up to three.
King Loft Suite with Spa Facilities
A large loft-style suite whose narrow windows echo the historic architecture. A few steps lead up to a design bathtub at the centre of the bathroom, and there is a private steam room. King bed, sleeps up to three.
Signature Suite
A suite with a generous living room for entertaining, a king-bedded bedroom and a spa-style bathroom with an oversized soaking tub and double vanity. Sleeps up to three.
Penthouse Suite
A top-floor suite with floor-to-ceiling windows, a large kitchen and dining table, where a private chef can cook on request. The bathroom has a Finnish sauna and the private terrace a hot tub. King bed, for two guests.
Imperial One Bedroom Suite
A suite with a large lounge, dining table and pantry, a bedroom and a spa-style bathroom, plus a separate guest bathroom. For two guests.
Imperial Two Bedroom Suite
The hotel’s largest suite: a lounge with a sectional sofa and dining table for eight, a pantry, two bedrooms with spa-style bathrooms and a guest bathroom. Sleeps up to four.
Photos are for illustrative purposes only. Actual room layout, furnishings, décor, views and amenities may differ from those shown and may vary between rooms of the same category. Hotel and room descriptions are based on information provided by the property and are believed to be accurate at the time of publication, but are not guaranteed. The hotel may renovate or change its rooms, facilities, restaurants and services at any time without notice. The final details of your stay are confirmed at the time of booking. See our Terms of Use.