Hotel Kamp
Book from £219
Address: Pohjoisesplanadi 29, , Helsinki, FI
No of Rooms: 179
The Hotel Kamp is a distinguished neoclassical hotel built in 1887, situated opposite the Esplanade Park, and 100 metres from the Helsinki Cathedral and Senate Square, the focal point of Helsinki's old town. The 179 guestrooms are decorated in a traditional 19th century style, using dark wood furnishings, rich fabrics and a warm autumnal colour scheme. Guests can make use of high speed Internet access, and direct dial telephones with voicemail. Entertainment options include satellite television and pay movies, and minibars. The marble bathrooms are equipped with heated floors, bathrobes and slippers. Guests can work out in the exercise room, or relax with a range of spa services including aromatherapy showers, heated relaxation beds, steam room, Turkish bath and traditional sauna. Massage services and a tanning room also available. There are two main restaurants, one casual and one formal, serving Finnish and international cuisine, and Sunday brunches, as well as a separate breakfast room. Afternoon tea and pre dinner drinks, including the hotel's signature Bloody Mary cocktail, can be enjoy in the bar and library or out on the terrace in summertime. 24 hour room service is also available. Guests can take advantage of butler, porter and bellhop services, and can contact the concierge desk for information on the local area. Those with cars can take advantage of valet parking, and a limousine service is available. There is a gift shop on site and practical amenities include currency exchange, laundry services and 24 hour front desk. The Senate Square is just 100 metres away as is the South Harbour, point of departure for sightseeing boats to the islands and the archipelago. The Finnish Parliament and Finlandia Hall are one kilometre away and The Suomenlinna Island Fortress is only one kilometre by boat. Helsinki Vantaa Airport is 25 kilometres away and the approximate driving time is 30 minutes.