Hotel Katajanokka, Helsinki, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
7 expert reviews
“Probably one of the most unique hotels in the city, the Katajanokka is a former prison.”
– Star Service
Michelin Guide
"Pleasantly restored, late 19C former prison, with high ceilinged corridors and original staircases still in situ."
Insight Guides
"A fabulous choice with a unique history... the well-soundproofed rooms are done up in designer furnishings and linens."
Fodor's
"All in all, it's not a bad place to do time."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"While it doesn’t miss a chance to have cheeky nudges at the former penal complex, it’s not at the expense of luxury, with large flatscreen TVs and a sumptuous sauna."
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Oyster
Upscale
"For guests who want to experience what it’s like to spend a night in the slammer without ever having to break the law, the upscale Hotel Katajanokka offers a unique experience."
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Room Service
Free Breakfast
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