About Hilton Helsinki Strand
A waterfront hotel within half a mile of the city's exciting Esplanadi district, the Hilton Helsinki Strand is ideally located for business or leisure travel.
The airy guest rooms and suites at the Hilton Helsinki Strand feature flat screen TVs and comfortable work stations. Wi-Fi is available for an additional fee.
The indoor pool and fitness centre are on the top floor, offering active guests a spectacular view of the city. Bicycles are also available to rent.
Guests can watch the ships passing by while relaxing in the Atrium Bar and Lounge. The Bridges Restaurant features an extensive wine list and traditional Finnish specialties.
Guests can drive to the National Museum of Finland in about 6 minutes, or catch the nearby ferry to Helsinki Zoo. The Helsinki Cathedral, Senate Square, and Ateneum Art Museum are all within 0.6 miles.
Positive Reviews
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Location, location, location.
Guests love the location of this hotel because the city centre is within a leisurely stroll, and there are many restaurants and shops in the neighborhood, as well as a pharmacy and other such amenities. Many of the museums and cultural attractions are wit
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Friendly, professional staff.
Guests report that they are welcomed warmly and provided with prompt, professional service throughout their stay. English-speaking guests are relieved to find that there is no significant language barrier.
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Breakfast buffet of champions...
Guests rave about the breakfast buffet, noting that the selection of hot and cold items is impressive, and that many Finnish specialties, such as riisipiirakat and Karjalanpiirakka, are featured.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Much-needed renovations underway...
Though the rooms are clean, comfortable, and well maintained, guests widely agree that the current renovations are necessary as the decor is past its prime, and reminds some guests of the 60s or 70s. A few guests were disturbed by the renovation noise, ye
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Working out might not work out...
Guests are generally disappointed to find that the gym is a bit limited in size and equipment, though it is on the top floor so there is a nice view. The pool is also described as small. However, both areas are currently under renovation.
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You have to buy Wi-Fi...
Most guests do not appreciate the additional, separate charge for Wi-Fi in their rooms.