Hotel Katajanokka – HELSINKI, FINLAND

Housed within a former prison, Hotel Katajanokka blends history with modern design in one of Helsinki’s most distinctive buildings. Its red-brick façade, preserved architectural details, and solid structure reflect its past, while its new purpose gives the space a completely different atmosphere.

Originally built in the 19th century, the building has been carefully transformed into a hotel, where traces of its previous life remain visible. It’s a place where history is not erased, but reinterpreted—offering a unique stay that connects past and present in an unexpected way.

Location: Helsinki, Finland
Landmark: Hotel Katajanokka (former prison building)