In December 2023, The Hotel Maria opens in Helsinki, Finland, heralding a new era in luxury Nordic hospitality, with a level of refinement and excellence that is a first for the region.
Exquisite, luxurious and always welcoming, The Hotel Maria is located in one of the city’s most prestigious addresses, in close proximity to the Presidential Palace and Senate Square. Steeped in tradition and reimagined to create a sophisticated escape for discerning guests, the hotel features 117 unique guest rooms including 38 majestic suites. The Hotel Maria is a destination within a destination.
The Hotel Maria delights guests and visitors with an array of dining, wellness and entertainment experiences. Unwind and rejuvenate in our globally inspired spa and wellness facilities, thrill your tastebuds with an immersive culinary experience by elite Finnish chef Johan Kurkela in our signature restaurant Lilja or take a moment of repose in the serenity of Maria’s gardens and outdoor spaces, featuring a Chapel and flowing fountains throughout the grounds.
Inspired by the traditions of French cuisine and sourcing only the finest of ingredients both locally and abroad, Lilja is led by Chef Johan Kurkela with the intention to create a sophisticated and immersive dining experience in an elegant and welcoming environment. Opens in December 2023.
Welcoming you for casual, all-day dining and refreshments, our Garden Terrace offers an elevated twist on hotel dining classics with market-fresh flavours, in a leisurely and informal setting. Opens in December 2023.
Sleek and stylish, Bar Maria is an ambient scene for guests and locals to enjoy live music from the grand piano, discover seasonal cocktails or indulge in the finest caviar and champagne. Opens in December 2023.
Reflecting the Finnish culture of wellness, the globally inspired Maria Spa is a quiet sanctuary where you can relax and unwind. The Maria Spa offers an inspired selection of treatments to restore your balance and wellbeing.
Opens in December 2023.
The essence of old-world charm intersects with modern design luxury in the buildings that The Hotel Maria has been created within. With a long cultural history, the four historic buildings, now protected by The Finnish Heritage Agency, tell many tales of days gone by.
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.
The Maria Story
