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A modern bedroom with a wooden bench, a bed with patterned pillows, a decorative wall piece, and a large window with a view of buildings.

A dining area with a round table set for two, candles, and a fur throw on the chair.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs covered in faux fur, surrounded by potted plants and a large antler decoration.

A modern living room with a glass fireplace, sofas, and a lamp.

1. Lapland Hotels Bulevardi

Kamppi, 1.1 km from University of Helsinki

Kirat

￥24,298

￥27,578 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious lobby with a central circular seating area, wooden slatted ceiling, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of a body of water and a cityscape.

An aerial view of a waterfront property with a curved deck, outdoor seating areas, and a large glass-covered pool.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, and a view of a cruise ship on the water through large windows.

2. Solo Sokos Hotel Pier 4

Katajanokka, 0.8 km from University of Helsinki

Denise

￥17,864

￥20,276 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel entrance with a geometric patterned floor, outdoor seating, and a car parked outside.

A bar area with leather chairs, tables, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

A hotel lobby with a central seating area, a Christmas tree, and a modern ceiling design.

A hotel lobby with a central seating area, a spiral staircase, and large windows.

3. Hotel F6

Kaartinkaupunki, 0.5 km from University of Helsinki

Elisa

￥24,967

￥28,338 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A luxurious hotel lobby with a grand chandelier, plush seating, and a central fire feature.

A modern bar area with a central column of liquor bottles, bar stools, and a round table with vases.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a dining area, and a view through a window.

A circular wooden structure with a metal railing, surrounded by seating areas and large windows.

4. NH Collection Helsinki Grand Hansa

Kluuvi, 0.6 km from University of Helsinki

Edgar

￥24,867

￥28,224 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious indoor area with a central fountain, seating arrangements, and greenery.

A luxurious hotel lobby with a reception desk, elegant chandeliers, and a modern seating area.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chandelier, and a view of buildings through the window.

A modern living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a coffee table, and built-in bookshelves.

5. Waldorf Astoria Helsinki

Kruununhaka, 0.5 km from University of Helsinki

Emilia

￥52,954

￥60,102 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A spacious indoor dining area with brick walls, large windows, and modern furniture.

A bedroom with a dark blue sofa, a bed with white bedding, and a large window with dark curtains.

A bar area with wooden bar counter, black chairs, shelves with liquor bottles, glasses, and decorative peacock statues.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, large windows, and a geometric floor pattern.

6. Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Kluuvi, 0.4 km from University of Helsinki

Victoria

￥11,884

￥13,488 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A historic building with ornate architecture, a covered outdoor seating area, and a visible sign indicating a hotel.

A grand hall with a large chandelier, ornate mirrors, and classical artwork on the walls.

A bar area with high stools, a bar counter, and a large mirror.

A hallway with a chandelier, bookshelves, a purple sofa, and a dining area.

7. Hotel Kamp

Kaartinkaupunki, 0.4 km from University of Helsinki

LIsa-Anne

￥57,250

￥64,979 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and two monitors on the wall.

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A modern office space with a reception area, seating arrangements, and potted plants.

A modern bar area with stools, a counter, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

8. Citybox Helsinki

1.2 km from University of Helsinki

Masami

￥9,818

￥11,143 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, staircase, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a ceiling with exposed pipes and lighting fixtures.

A modern balcony with a glass door, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen with dark cabinetry.

A modern living room with a staircase, a dining area, and a large window offering a city view.

9. Unity Helsinki - A Studio Hotel

Jatkasaari, 2.5 km from University of Helsinki

Julia

￥16,849

￥19,123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A dining area with yellow chairs and a table set for two, overlooking a garden and a building.

A modern hotel room with a red sofa, a round coffee table, a large potted plant, and a desk with a lamp.

A hotel entrance with a black doormat, glass doors, and potted plants.

A spacious indoor area with a checkered floor, multiple seating arrangements, and large windows allowing natural light.

10. Hotel U14, Autograph Collection

Kaartinkaupunki, 0.7 km from University of Helsinki

Monica

￥32,051

￥36,378 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A sauna with wooden walls and benches, a central heating element, and two wall-mounted lights.

A modern kitchen with a white countertop, black chairs, and a round table.

A building entrance with a black wrought iron gate, a white facade, and two wooden doors.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, including a table, chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

11. Bob W Helsinki Ullanlinna

Ullanlinna, 0.9 km from University of Helsinki

Kelli

￥13,139

￥14,913 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel entrance with a dark facade, illuminated windows, and a sign reading "TORNI".

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a glass door entrance, and a marble floor.

A breakfast setting with a city view, a table with various breakfast items, and a person holding a cup.

A bar area with a curved counter, green bar stools, and a glass display case.

12. Solo Sokos Hotel Torni

Kamppi, 0.7 km from University of Helsinki

Cynthia

￥16,271

￥18,467 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern interior with curved ceiling lights, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

A modern restaurant with curved windows, round tables, and chairs.

A multi-story building with a grid-like facade, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.

A modern interior with a curved ceiling, seating area, and a large window offering a view of trees.

13. Radisson RED Helsinki

Kaisaniemi, 0.3 km from University of Helsinki

Eilish

￥20,188

￥22,914 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A cafe with checkered flooring, wooden furniture, and large potted plants.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a red armchair. There is a wall-mounted shelf with a potted plant and a framed sign.

A covered balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a residential area.

A stone building entrance with a sign reading "BOB W. KARTI".

14. Bob W Helsinki Kaarti

Kaartinkaupunki, 0.6 km from University of Helsinki

Isis

￥14,329

￥16,263 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern kitchen with brick walls, stainless steel appliances, and a variety of food items on display.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a dark textured wall, and a framed black and white photo above it.

The entrance to Hotel Katajanokka with a stone facade, a set of stairs leading up to the entrance, and outdoor seating area.

15. Home Hotel Katajanokka

Katajanokka, 1.2 km from University of Helsinki

Allan

￥20,022

￥22,725 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a wooden bench, and a small garden.

A modern lounge area with a patterned carpet, contemporary furniture, and a central bar.

A modern indoor dining area with brick walls, large windows, and hanging plants.

A modern cinema with a large screen, comfortable seating, and a well-lit interior.

16. Scandic Helsinki Hub

Kamppi, 0.9 km from University of Helsinki

Kathy

￥9,725

￥11,038 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A breakfast setup with a table, chairs, and a view of a cityscape through a window.

A modern hotel entrance with glass doors, potted plants, and a sign indicating the hotel name.

A bar area with a variety of liquor bottles and glasses.

A hotel lobby with a marble staircase, a fireplace, and a sign indicating the location of the Havens Meetings and Gym.

17. Hotel Haven

Kaartinkaupunki, 0.5 km from University of Helsinki

Ian X

￥24,201

￥27,468 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern breakfast buffet with neatly arranged food stations and a clean, minimalist design.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a sofa, and potted plants.

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a glass coffee table.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a plaid armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

18. Hotel Indigo Helsinki - Boulevard by IHG

Kamppi, 1.1 km from University of Helsinki

yagiz

￥12,460

￥17,722 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a central open space, a glass storefront, and a ceiling with recessed lighting and a skylight.

An outdoor bar area with wooden flooring, wicker chairs, and a central bar.

A long, narrow hallway with reflective black and white tiled floors, white walls, and evenly spaced wall sconces.

An open doorway leading to a modern living space with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window.

19. Bob W Helsinki Katajanokka

Katajanokka, 1 km from University of Helsinki

Gemma

￥12,770

￥14,493 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A room with a brick wall, a window, a bed with white bedding, and a person in a robe holding a mug.

A person seated at a round table with a candle, wine glasses, and plates of food.

A brick building with a sign reading "The Folks Hotel."

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a TV, and a view of buildings through large windows.

20. The Folks Hotel Konepaja

Vallila, 2.5 km from University of Helsinki

Enrique

￥18,786

￥21,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Helsinki

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Lapland Hotels Bulevardi	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Solo Sokos Hotel Pier 4	9.6 Exceptional 425 reviews	View
Hotel F6	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
NH Collection Helsinki Grand Hansa	9.6 Exceptional 721 reviews	View
Waldorf Astoria Helsinki	9.6 Exceptional 195 reviews	View

Top University of Helsinki Hotel Reviews

Scandic Helsinki Station

10/10 Excellent

"Location! Location! Location! it is in the city center- walking distance from everything- market, shopping center, train station. Room well provided with amenities. Good breakfast. The staff are all Helpful and nice. If u are looking for a place to stay in Helsinki, This the one. NB: Also you can purchase a €10 train/bus/boat ride to the fortress and all day use of train around the city at the train station and that is a steal."

Clarion Hotel Mestari

10/10 Excellent

"Food was excellent and very friendly staff. Quiet rooms and spotless."

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was so helpful, made us feel right at home. Voucher for lobby hobby hour was a surprise bonus - and delicious. Breakfast was superb. Wish I'd made time for the sauna."

Radisson RED Helsinki

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room"

Hotel Lilla Roberts

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is really nice and clean! Staff are very friendly and helpful, will definitely recommend, thanks!"

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

10/10 Excellent

"What an amazing location in the center of everything, next to the Grand Central Station. We were able to check in early for 20 euros which made life easier. There was 8 of us and one of our guests was in a wheelchair and the room was handicap accessible. Only comment was they didn’t have a toilet seat riser which you obviously can’t travel with, that would of been nice but everything else was brilliant."

Hotel Arthur

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel Conveniently located"

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

10/10 Excellent

"Top ✅✅"

Scandic Helsinki Hub

10/10 Excellent

"I loved this hotel. The room was beautiful. Gym was stocked with all the great machines and weights. Staff was kind and helpful. Would stay here again if I return to Helsinki."

Other attractions near University of Helsinki

A white building with ornate columns and a green dome.

Helsinki Cathedral

9.0/10 (2,178 reviews)

Stop at this beautiful Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral to admire its stunning architecture and see a magnificent collection of zinc sculptures.

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A bronze statue of a historical figure, a large white building with domes, and a clear blue sky.

Senate Square

8.8/10 (1,394 reviews)

Snap photos of the fascinating buildings surrounding this huge square, which is the cultural center of politics, religion and science in the city.

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Kinopalatsi Finnkino Cinema

You can make plans for a show at Kinopalatsi Finnkino Cinema during your trip to Helsinki. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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Kinopalatsi Movie Theater Complex

You can get tickets for a performance at Kinopalatsi Movie Theater Complex during your stay in Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.

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House of the Estates

You can find out about the history of Helsinki with a trip to House of the Estates. Experience the festivals and museums in this walkable area.

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Grand Casino Helsinki

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Grand Casino Helsinki during your visit to Helsinki? Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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Museum of Street Construction

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum of Street Construction during your travels in Helsinki. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene.

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Sederholm House

7.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Sederholm House during your travels in Helsinki. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Helsinki?

University of Helsinki is located in an area of Helsinki known for its top museums, major shopping area, and popular art scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 430 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to University of Helsinki?

Adjacent to University of Helsinki, Scandic Grand Central Helsinki is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center. Other good options close by include Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki and Scandic Grand Marina.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to University of Helsinki?

Expedia has 430 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of Helsinki.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Helsinki, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near University of Helsinki.

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What can I see and do near University of Helsinki?

Ateneum Art Museum, Helsinki City Museum, and Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art feature captivating exhibits. Uspenski Cathedral, Suomenlinna Fortress, and Kinopalatsi Finnkino Cinema are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at National Theater, Helsinki Music Centre, and Finnish National Opera if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to University of Helsinki?

With so many transportation options, exploring the area around University of Helsinki is easy. Take advantage of metro transit at Vironkatu Station, Hallituskatu Station, and Ritarihuone Station. If you're taking a train into town, Helsinki (HEC-Helsinki Central Train Station) and Helsinki Central Station are the closest stations to Helsinki City Centre. You can ride a ferry across the water to see more of the region.

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Our top choices for University of Helsinki hotels

1. Lapland Hotels Bulevardi

2. Solo Sokos Hotel Pier 4

3. Hotel F6

4. NH Collection Helsinki Grand Hansa

5. Waldorf Astoria Helsinki

6. Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

7. Hotel Kamp

8. Citybox Helsinki

9. Unity Helsinki - A Studio Hotel

10. Hotel U14, Autograph Collection

11. Bob W Helsinki Ullanlinna

12. Solo Sokos Hotel Torni

13. Radisson RED Helsinki

14. Bob W Helsinki Kaarti

15. Home Hotel Katajanokka

16. Scandic Helsinki Hub

17. Hotel Haven

18. Hotel Indigo Helsinki - Boulevard by IHG

19. Bob W Helsinki Katajanokka

20. The Folks Hotel Konepaja

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Top University of Helsinki Hotel Reviews

Scandic Helsinki Station

Clarion Hotel Mestari

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki

Radisson RED Helsinki

Hotel Lilla Roberts

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Hotel Arthur

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

Scandic Helsinki Hub

Other attractions near University of Helsinki

Helsinki Cathedral

Senate Square

Kinopalatsi Finnkino Cinema

Kinopalatsi Movie Theater Complex

House of the Estates

Grand Casino Helsinki

Museum of Street Construction

Sederholm House

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