Best Luxury Hotels in Finland

Snuggle up under the stars in a glass igloo, surrounded by arctic wilderness, as the Northern lights dance above your bed when you book into the Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort. Guests can also opt for a log chalet, overlooking the igloos, or a self-catering Kelo (wood) and glass igloo that combines elements of the two. There’s also a two-bedded century-old traditional Finnish house and riverside chalets with private saunas. But reserved for the most adventurous are the full snow igloos, in which temperatures drop to between minus three and six celsius (super warm down-filled sleeping bags are provided to ensure a comfortable and inimitable night). Onsite are two restaurants, a glass igloo bar and the largest smoke sauna in the world.

Famous as being one of the most stylish and luxurious hotels in the whole of Helsinki this excellent hotel is conveniently located in the very heart of the city. Lovers of contemporary Finnish art are sure to admire the style of the establishment, while each of the 53 guestrooms are unique and come complete with an excellent range of modern amenities and luxurious fittings. Dinner, lunch and breakfast are served in Andrea the hotels elegantly furnished restaurants who’s menu fuses Turkish Anatolian mezze with the freshest Finnish ingredients.

In 2024 this central hotel (that’s right beside the railway station) will celebrate its 10-year anniversary. It’s a landmark on the horizon, rising 88 metres skyward and offering the best views around. Solo Sokos incorporates three restaurants and a rooftop bar at the very top of the tower, Moro Sky Bar, on the 25th floor. The hotel provides a playground for kids and a separate family dining area for breakfast, as well as a gym and free access sauna. Designed in a modern urban style, bedrooms have mattresses that shape to the body.

This Nordic-style design hotel showcases Finnish art and traditions, in contemporary surroundings, with furnishings inspired by American Shaker pieces. Beautiful original features, many carrying cultural history have been carefully preserved, including sections of the façade that depict mythical characters from Finland’s national poem. Rooms are categorised as small, medium, large, extra large and accessible, as well as three suites all have a custom-made serigraphy painting. Dine on Finnish and Karelian dishes at Runo Kitchen and Finnish schnapps in the bar. Upstairs, the Runo Attic Spa includes a firelit lounge, a calming space to relax.

Boasting the style and luxury of the late 19th century, this well-appointed and elegant establishment is popular with celebrities who are spending time in the city. Each guestroom is spacious and boasts a marble bathroom set with both a bathtub and a shower, while guests are treated to an excellent range of amenities such as a full gym, a spa and a sauna. The hotel’s Brasserie Kämp is the main restaurant, it is open daily for buffet breakfast as well as all-day dining and a popular Sunday brunch takes place there too.

Stepping inside the Home Hotel Jugend feels like walking through the pages of a fantasy novel and is sure to provide guests with a feeling of wonder and excitement. Guests step through a magnificently carved granite arch and an impressive ornate wooden door to reach the lobby, while the guestrooms are smart and comfortable. Those who crave a little extra space should opt for one of the contemporary GLO suites, which also come with a number of extra touches that will help guests feel truly special. Those who are travelling for business are offered full use of the Medieval-style function hall.

Set close to the south harbour, Hotel Haven is stylish enough to attract travelling celebrities such as the Dalai Lama and Kylie Minogue while also providing premium service combined with plenty of homely touches. There are five different room categories for guests to choose from and those who have their hearts set on nothing but the best will love the Lux Sea View Rooms, which command stunning views of the harbour. Lovers of gourmet dining and fresh seafood will want to make sure that they indulge in a meal at the Havis restaurant, while the Bar Haven lounge is a decadent place to unwind in the evening.

The NH Collection Helsinki Grand Hansa,  marks the debut of the NH Collection brand in Finland and the second in the Nordics after NH Collection Copenhagen. The hotel unites two historic buildings: the Art Nouveau-style New Student House from 1910 and Seurahuone, Helsinki’s oldest continuously operated hotel since 1833. Following a careful renovation, the hotel offers 224 guest rooms and suites, including a luxurious 160-square-metre presidential suite, and is centrally located near Helsinki’s Central Railway Station and cultural attractions. Guests can enjoy classic French cuisine with local ingredients at the Hansa Café Bar & Brasserie, elevated drinks at the Kupoli bar with panoramic city views, and unique Finnish wellness traditions at the hotel’s spa.

Cross the Arctic Circle to find accommodation in line with your childhood aspirations. Sleep among the forest pines in your very own treehouse, where 60 modern pods have been designed to blend seamlessly with their surroundings. The restaurant is found in the enclave’s main building, but you can also elect to eat in the snowy outdoors beside a roaring fire, cosily wrapped in fur blankets. And it’ll be a guilt-free getaway – the green roofs have been built with sustainable materials, food is sourced locally, pods have eco showers and are heated using natural gas, while the main building utilises solar energy.

An excellent location and imaginative style combine to make Klaus K one of the most popular luxury hotels in Helsinki. Fans of Finnish Kalevala mythology will note the many nods to the themes that have been utilised throughout the design of the hotel, which is followed through into each of the spacious guestrooms. The Sky Lofts are particularly impressive and come with very high-quality mattresses, while guests who book one of the Sky Suites will be able to unwind in a unique egg-shaped bed. Guests who secure one of these rooms will never need to venture far, as room service is available around the clock.

Conveniently located on the eighth floor of Helsinki’s airport, the Clarion Hotel is an excellent option for business travellers who like to be surrounded by luxury. The hotel also provides guests with quick and easy access to the city and the interior is sparkling new and very fresh. The guestrooms have been styled by celebrated designer Jaakko Puro and feature plenty of contemporary elements for luxury lovers such as ambient lighting control and huge walk-in showers, while guests are provided with a sauna that they can use to ease their senses after a long flight.

Set in a tranquil square and nestled amongst some of the most enchanting buildings in Helsinki, the Scandic Paasi is a real haven for design lovers. The white interiors are brightened with plenty of bold splashes of colour that creates a contemporary and quintessentially Scandinavian style. The Superior Plus rooms come complete with their own private sauna and spacious kitchenettes to help make guests feel right at home, while the large gym is the perfect place for guests to work up an appetite before indulging in the delicious dishes that are served in the enchanting floating Meripaviljonki pavilion.