Art-filled parkside sanctuary
Hundreds of contemporary artworks fill the gallery-like spaces, creating a serene sanctuary opposite Old Church Park.
“Big, beautiful windows bathe the guest rooms in natural light, highlighting the soft-toned walls, Helge Sibast chairs, and colourful touches…”
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, Softer Volumes and Wallpaper*.
The Hotel St. George, with a dramatic facade overlooking Old Church Park on Yrjönkatu, is steeped in over 150 years of this history
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The front steps open onto Old Church Park, placing the Design District's galleries and boutiques within an easy walk.
The rooms
Large windows flood the rooms with daylight, highlighting pale wooden furniture and dark marble bathrooms.
The indoor pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The subterranean pool is lined in dark mosaic tile under arched alcoves, lit softly by candles along the water.
The gym and saunas
The 24-hour gym uses conditioning concepts from Hintsa Performance, set alongside two traditional Finnish saunas.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
The glass-roofed Wintergarden serves drinks beneath a brass bird sculpture, and the street-level bakery bakes fresh sourdough daily.
The rooms may be where the design and the narrative of the hotel come together best, with white walls, tawny curtains, and blonde wooden furniture…
How it began
The 19th-century building was once home to the Finnish Literature Society and printed the country's first Finnish-language newspaper.
“The interiors by Nordic Light and Mirkku Kullberg … are dressed in a calm palette of pale olive hues, parquet floors, Santo Tomas marble tiles, and warm chocolate drapes.”
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.