The Hotel Maria stands proudly in the heart of historical Helsinki on Mariankatu in the residential area of Kruununhaka, lovingly referred to by locals as “Krunikka” and known to be a prestigious and affluent area of the city. The grounds of these buildings were frequented by famed Finnish poets Johan Ludvig Runeberg, Fredrik Cygnaeus and their social circle, where they would discuss literature, philosophy and art with vigour. These buildings have also housed generations of government, military and, more recently, The Arts Council of Finland. Much of the original details of these buildings have been carefully preserved and are proudly honored and enhanced throughout the hotel.

Helsinki is one of Europe’s most walkable cities and as you take a leisurely stroll the historic streets of Kruununhaka you will be met with the soft sea breeze from the Gulf of Finland. Within walking distance to many of the city’s landmark attractions, such as the iconic Helsinki Cathedral and the Market Square, The Hotel Maria is an ideally located inner-city oasis.

Kruununhaka became the educational and governmental epicentre of the city in the early 19th century. The streets by the Senate Square line an area called the Torikorttelit, which is home to dozens of restaurants, cafés, independent stores, the City Museum and a cinema. Liisankatu and Mariankatu have many stores for aficionados of antiques, vintage and design.

Nearest Airport

Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 14.3 km, 25 minutes

Hotel Address

Mariankatu 23, Helsinki

Finland 00170

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