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Hotels

Helsinki offers a wide range of accommodation to suit all budgets and tastes. City centre hotels are well located and the city provides an excellent train, bus and tram system for travel to the Helsinki Fair Centre. The official accommodation agency is CONGRESZON will facilitate all accommodation booking enquires via the on-line booking facility below. Delegates are of course, also free to arrange their own accommodation for the congress.


CONGRESZON
Itlahdenkatu 22 A, 00210 Helsinki, Finland
Tel: +358 9 5840 9350
Fax: +358 9 5840 9555
Email: epileptology2006@congreszon.fi
www.congreszon.fi

On-line accommmodation booking is available following the links below:

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Category 5 Star*****

1) Crowne Plaza Helsinki
Mannerheimintie 50, 00260 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 2521 0000
Fax + +358 9 2521 3999
www.restel.fi
Room rates:
EUR 167/night, single room
EUR 192/night, double room
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The hotel opened on 10th January 2005. A completely new milieu, the good location virtually opposite the Finnish National Opera as well as the customer-oriented solutions will guarantee guests' comfort. The Crowne Plazas distinctive features are high levels of service designed with demanding business guests in mind. The chains hotel rooms have been thought out carefully and feature diverse amenities. The chains service range is further augmented by the special 100% quality guarantee. Adjoining the hotel is a luxury gym and sauna suite. 179 rooms; 15 suites, 2 disabled rooms Location: City center 1 km, airport 18 km. Distance from the Congress Venue: 20 minutes by tram no 7A.

2) Hilton Helsinki Strand
John Stenbergin ranta 4, 00530 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 393 51
Fax +358 9 3935 3255
www.hilton.com
Room rates:
EUR 150/night, standard single room
EUR 185/night, standard double room
EUR 220/night, executive single room
EUR 255/night, executive double room
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The Hilton Helsinki Strand is a work of art, created using only the finest materials: marble and Finnish granite. Glass sculptures adorn the public spaces in the hotels and the rooms are decorated with the works of Finnish graphic artists. The hotel is ideally located: beside the sea but a short walk from the city center. 349 rooms, of which 9 suites, 2 disabled rooms, 34 Crowne Plaza club rooms, 298 non-smoking rooms. Restaurants & Bar. 2 saunas and swimming pool, Gym & Spa, fitness room, hairdresser, 24-hour business center, 24-hour room service, laundry service, car rental, garage Location: City center 0.5 km, railway station 0.7 km, airport 17 km. Distance from the Congress Venue: approx. 15 min. by tram no 7B.

3) Hilton Helsinki Kalastajatorppa
Kalastajatorpantie 1, 00330 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 458 11
Fax +358 9 4581 668
www.scandic-hotels.com
Room rates:
EUR 150/night, single room
EUR 185/night, double room
EUR 185/night, deluxe single room
EUR 220/night, deluxe double room
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An international conference and congress hotel magnificently situated by the sea. Kalastajatorppa is also famous as a venuefor banquets and cocktail parties. 235 rooms, 8 suites. Restaurants: Round Room, Meritorppa la carte. 4 saunas, swimming pool, Jacuzzi, massage, own beach and in summer waterbus service to the Market Square, garage and plenty of parking space, car wash. Location: City center 5 km, airport 18 km. Distance form the Congress Venue: 20 min. by bus no 503, 504 or 505.

4) Radisson SAS Plaza Hotel
Mikonkatu 23, 00100 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 77590
Fax +358 9 7759 7100
www.radissonsas.com
Room rates:
EUR 165/night, single room
EUR 165/night, double room
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The hotel is a mixture of modern architecture and rich tradition, partly in the former head office of the SOK cooperative movement. The foundation stone of the building was laid in 1917 and today various parts are protected by the Helsinki City Museum. The building has been restored, modernized and adapted for hotel use. The guests of the Radisson SAS Plaza Hotel are sure to enjoy the proximity to the city's business center, shopping districts, theatres and museums. The Central Railway Station, underground, bus station and airport bus terminal are only a few steps away. 301 rooms, 6 suites, 6 disabled rooms. Pkonttori Restaurant, Glass bar. Sauna and gym. Location: In the city center, airport 17 km. Distance from the Congress Venue: 5 min. by local train.

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Category 4 Star****

5) Holiday Inn Helsinki City Centre
Elielinaukio 5
Tel. +385 9-5425 5000
Fax +385 9-5425 5299
www.restel.fi or www.holiday-inn.com
Room rates:
EUR 160/night, single room
EUR 185/night, double room
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Holiday Inn Helsinki City Centre offers top-standard accommodation right next to the central railway station. Business services. 174, air-conditioned, non-smoking, 12 executive rooms, pay-tv and minibar in all rooms, 35 rooms with bath. Main restaurant for 160 persons, Lobby Bar. Business Corner, Conference room, 485 parking spaces, MiniGym, 2 saunas. Location: In the city center, airport 18 km. Distance from the Congress Venue: approx. 5 min. by local train.

6) Holiday Inn Helsinki City West
Sulhasenkuja 3, 00180 Helsinki
<*dv_4*> Tel. +358 9 4152 1000
Fax. +358 9 4152 1299
www.helsinki.holiday-inn.com
Room rates:
EUR 140/night, single room
EUR 165/night, double room
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The Holiday Inn Helsinki City West opened in August 2005 in the modern cityscape of Ruoholahti, The brand-new hotel with its pleasing interior decoration and diverse services will ensure a pleasant stay for both leisure and business travelers. The hotel has an excellent gym available free to guests, swimming pool and 2 saunas on the ground floor. All rooms are non-smoking. Only a few minutes' drive from the center of Helsinki and Pasila railway station. 256 rooms, of which 224 standard, 32 executive rooms, 2 rooms for disabled. Bar & Restaurant Fokka, Business Center, laundry service, room service, garage. Location: City center 2 km, airport 22 km. Distance from the Congress Venue: approx. 20 minutes by underground and local train.

7) Scandic Continental
Mannerheimintie 46, 00260 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 4737 1
Fax +358 9 4737 2211
www.scandic-hotels.com
Room rates:
EUR 125/night, single room
EUR 145/night, double room
EUR 150/night, superior single room
EUR 170/night, superior double room
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Central location, near the Finnish National Opera and Finlandia Hall. Well served by public transport. Luxury international hotel with international cuisine. Conferences and banquets for 10-600. 512 rooms, of which 12 suites. Mediterranean style restaurant Olivo, Disco/night club Dunckers, own Finnair/Oneworld Check In, hotel packages including limousine service, Copter-Line service Helsinki-Tallinn, Business Center, sauna and swimming pool, Ambassador lounge exclusively for guests in Ambassador rooms. Location: City center 1 km, airport 18 km. Distance from the Congress Venue: 20 minutes by tram no 7A.

8) Scandic Simonkentt
Simonkatu 9, 00100 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 68 380
Fax +358 9 6838 111
www.scandic-hotels.com
Room rates:
EUR 135/night, single room
EUR 155/night, double room
EUR 155/night, superior single room
EUR 175/night, superior double room
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Modern architecture and ecological design in an elegant hotel in the very heart of Helsinki. Superb location well served by public transport, spacious premises and city views. 7 conference rooms and 8th floor Paviljonki (Pavilion) for all kinds of occasions. Ecological sustainability was one of the key principles in furnishing the modern luxury rooms and premises. 360 rooms, of which 12 de luxe, 3 suites, 5 disabled rooms. Simonkatu Restaurant and Caf. 3 saunas, gym. Location: In the city center, airport 19 km Distance from the Congress Venue: 5 min. walk + 5 min. by local train.

9) Radisson SAS Royal
Runeberginkatu 2, 00100 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 69580
Fax +358 9 6958 7100
www.radissonsas.com

Room rates:
EUR 150/night, single room
EUR 150/night, double room
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The hotel is right in the city center, a short walk from the main sights, shops and offices. The Strget Restaurant specializes in Danish sandwiches and fresh salads, while the Johan Ludvig is one of the best grills in town. The hotel is specially designed for business travelers. 262 rooms, of which 8 suites, 2 disabled rooms. Sauna and gym. Location: In the city center, airport 18 km Distance from the Congress Venue: 15 min. walk + 5 min. by local train.

10) Sokos Hotel Torni
Yrjnkatu 26, 00100 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 131 131
Fax +358 9 131 1361
www.sokoshotels.fi/english/index.cfm
Room rates:
EUR 145/night, single room
<*dv_2*>EUR 175/night, double room
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Torni is a traditional hotel of historical interest in the city center. All 154 rooms have been renovated in 2005, of which 85 non-smoking; 12 suites (6 junior suites, 6 de luxe suites) and 6 luxury rooms. Restaurants: Torni, Panorama Bar with a magnificent view over the city, American-type drinks bar and Irish pub. 4 saunas, parking in the Forum underground car park. Location: In the city center, airport 19 km. Distance from the Congress Venue: 10 min. walk + 5 min. by local train.

11) Sokos Hotel Vaakuna
Asema-aukio 2, 00100 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 433 70 Fax +358 9 433 77 100
E-mail:reception.vaakunahelsinki@sok.fi
www.sokoshotels.fi/english/index.cfm
Room rates:
EUR 130/night, single room
EUR 160/night, double room
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An elegant hotel in the city center with magnificent restaurants. Opened for the Helsinki Olympics in 1952, it represents Finnish tradition at its very best. The hotel is located next to the bus station and next to the main railway station. 164 rooms, of which 72 non-smoking, 8 suites, 1 disabled room. Restaurants: Memphis, Vaakuna 10th Floor Brasserie, Dance Bar, Terrace, Coffee House. 2 saunas, underground car park opposite the main entrance to the hotel. Location: In the city center, airport 18 km Distance from the Congress Venue: 5 min. by local train.

12) Scandic Marski
Mannerheimintie 10, 00100 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 68061
Fax +358 9 642 377
www.scandic-hotels.com
Room rates:
EUR 135/night, single room
EUR 155/night, double room
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Scandic Hotel Marski is located right in the center of Helsinki. The hotel, modernized in 1999, has received wide recognition for its skilled staff and luxurious Scandinavian-style rooms. 289 rooms, of which 6 suites, 3 disabled rooms; 14 de luxe rooms (9 with sauna). Marski Bar&Restaurant, Cofi caf. Private saunas, gym, solarium, massage, business center, underground parking. Location: In the city center, airport 19 km. Distance from the Congress Venue: 10 min. walk + 5 min. by local train.

13) Scandic Grand Marina
Katajanokanlaituri 6, 00160 Helsinki
Tel.+358 9 16 661
<*dv_5*> Fax +358 9 664 764
www.scandic-hotels.com
Room rates:
EUR 115/night, single room
EUR 135/night, double room
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A hotel with unique architecture by the sea, in a converted warehouse. Only a short walk from the city center, Market Square and other city sights. Friendly service, delicious food. 462 rooms, of which 20 suites, 26 superior rooms, 8 disabled rooms; also allergy and non-smoking rooms. Foyer bar & caf Makasiini Bar, Key West pub and restaurant Makasiini. Hair-dresser/barber, giftware shop, gym, solarium, business corner, play area. Location: City center 0.5 km, harbor 0 km, airport 18 km Distance from the Congress Venue: approx. 30 minutes by tram no 4 and local train.

14) Radisson SAS Seaside
Ruoholahdenranta 3, 00180 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 69360
Fax +358 9 693 2123
www.radissonsas.com
Room rates:
EUR 140/night, single room
EUR 140/night, double room
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Radisson SAS Seaside Hotel has 364 well-appointed rooms, renovated in 2003. The hotel, which is located on the western seashore of Helsinki, in Ruoholahti, is easily accessible by car or public transportation. Ruoholahti is a fast growing new business district with several high-tech companies. WLAN at guests disposal throughout the hotelrooms to meet all modern requirements. Restaurant Viola, Lobby Bar, Sauna Bar and Panorama Bar on the 10th floor. Sauna, laundry service, business centre, parking facilities. Location: City center, 1 km, aiport 21 km Distance from the Congress Venue: 20 min. by tram and local train.

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Category 3 Star***

15) Cumulus Seurahuone
Kaivokatu 12, 00100 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 69141
Fax +358 9 6914 010
www.cumulus.fi/index.cfm?switch=1
Room rates:
EUR 140/night, single room
EUR 165/night, double room
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Seurahuone was first opened in 1833 and moved to its present site opposite Helsinki Railway Station in 1914, during the reign of Tsar Nicholas II. It has preserved its fine Jugend air, unlike no other hotel in Finland. Despite its long traditions, it has all modern conveniences and a central location. Refurbished rooms to meet all modern requirements. 118 rooms (of which 15 superior rooms), 5 suites; 108 non-smoking rooms. Bistro Socis and Bar Socis. Guest saunas, laundry service on weekdays, ironing room. Location: In the city center, airport 18 km. Distance from the Congress Venue: 5 min. by local train.

16) Sokos Hotel Presidentti
Etelinen Rautatiekatu 2, 00100 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 6911
Fax +358 96947 886
www.sokoshotels.fi
Room rates:
EUR 140/night, single room
EUR 170/night, double room
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The Sokos Hotel Presidentti is an international hotel in the very heart of Helsinki, only a short walk from the shopping streets, department stores and sights. 494 rooms renovated in 2005, of which 5 suites with sauna, 33 superior rooms, 4 disabled rooms. 2 restaurants, Sevilla and Pub Adjutantti. Underground parking (for a fee) Location: In the city center, airport 21 km Distance from the Congress Venue: 5 min. by local train.

17) Sokos Hotel Helsinki
Kluuvikatu 8, 00100 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 43 320
<*dv_3*> Fax +358 9 176 014
www.sokoshotels.fi
Room rates:
EUR 120/night, single room
EUR 150/night, double room
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A modern, business-like hotel between the Ateneum Museum and Senate Square. Within easy walking distance of the main pedestrian and shopping streets. 202 rooms, most of them non-smoking. Restaurants: Fransmanni, Memphis and Helsinki Club. VIP sauna suite for 12 persons; Europark Kluuvi garage. Location: In the city center, airport 18 km. Distance from the Congress Venue: 5 min. walk + 5 min. by local train.

18) Sokos Hotel Vantaa
Bulevardi 2-4, 00120 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 618 911
Fax +358 9 6189 1234
www.sokoshotels.fi
Room rates:
EUR 115/night, single room
EUR 140/night, double room
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A versatile centre for restaurants and conferences at Tikkurila railway station, next to the Heureka Science Hall. In the Tulisuudelma restaurant there is dancing and music Tue - Sat; four restaurants in total - different ambience in three floors.Good connections - by train from the front of the hotel to Helsinki city centre in about 15 minutes, to the airport only 5 km by ring road III. 265 rooms of which 8 suites and 24 superior rooms. 4 saunas, garage, leisure facilities. Location: 25 km to Helsinki city centre, airport 5 km. Distance from the Congress Venue: 15 min. by local train.

19) Sokos Hotel Pasila
Maistraatinportti 3, 00240 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 148 841
Fax +358 9 143 771
www.sokoshotels.fi
Room rates:
EUR 115/night, single room
EUR 140/night, double room
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Well served by public transport, near the Helsinki Fair Centre, the Hartwall Arena, Linnanmki Amusement Park and Central Park. 178 rooms, of which 74 non-smoking allergy rooms. Restaurants: Sevilla & Sevilla Bar and private restaurant Pasila. 2 saunas and 1 sauna lounge; free parking.Location: City center 5 km, Pasila railway station 0.2 km, airport 15 km.Distance from the Congress Venue: 15 min. walk or 5 minutes by tram no 7A.

20) Cumulus Kaisaniemi
Kaisaniemenkatu 7, 00100 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 172 881
Fax +358 9 605 379
www.cumulus.fi
Room rates:
EUR 123/night, single room
EUR 148/night, double room
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The cosy and pleasant Cumulus Kaisaniemi is located in the heart of Helsinki. There is an underground station right next to the hotel giving you easy access to other parts of the city.101 rooms, of which 43 single, 54 double and 4 triple rooms; 6 superior rooms, 4 suites, of which 2 with private sauna.Restaurant Huviretki. Sauna, garage nearby.Location: In the city center, airport 18 km.Distance from the Congress Venue: 5 min. by local train.

21) Hotel Helka
Pohjoinen Rautatiekatu 23, 00100 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 613 580
<*dv_1*> Fax +358 9 441 087
www.helka.fi
Room rates:
EUR 99/night, single room
EUR 126/night, double room
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A comfortable, independent hotel. Good value for money right in the heart of Helsinki. Within easy reach of the bus and railway stations and the air terminal either on foot or by public transport. 150 rooms, of which 3 suites and 2 disabled rooms.Aurinko Restaurant and Caf Daily. Sauna.Location: In the city center, airport 19 kmDistance from the Congress Venue: approx. 20 minutes by underground and local train.

22) Park Hotel Kpyl
Pohjolankatu 38, 00600 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 799 755/797 211
Fax +358 9 792 781
www.parkhotelkapyla.fi
Room rates:
EUR 85/night, single room
EUR 100/night, double room
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Park Hotel Kpyl is a charming little hotel located in a historical area of Helsinki, surrounded by rustic wooden homes and gardens. This quiet location is perfect for a stress-free weekend getaway and the hotels easy access to the city centre makes it a great choice for business travelers. 40 rooms with minibar, tv, hair dryer. Restaurant and bar with outdoor terrace, meeting facilities, sauna, gym and swimming pool.Location: 10 min. from the city center, airport 19 kmDistance from the Congress Venue: 5 min. by tram or bus.

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Category 2 Star**

23) Cumulus Olympia
Lntinen Brahenkatu 2, 00510 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 69 151
Fax +358 9 691 5219
www.cumulus.fi
Room rates:
EUR 109/night, single room
EUR 134/night, double room
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Cumulus Olympia is a good choice for those who enjoy a relaxing atmosphere and recreational sports. Within the hotel complex there is swimming, bowling and a sports center. The amusement park Linnanmki is nearby. 99 rooms, of which 47 single, 47 double and 3 family rooms, 2 suites. Pizza restaurant Martina, Bar Paavo N., Night club Josa. Sauna.Location: City center 1.5 km, airport 16 kmDistance from the Congress Venue: 15 min. by bus no. 22, 50 or 51.

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Category 1 Star*

24) Summer Hostel Academica
Hietaniemenkatu 14, 00100 Helsinki
Tel. +358 9 1311 4334
Fax +358 9 441 201
www.hostelacademica.fi
Room rates:
EUR 44/night, single room
EUR 64/night, double room
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Reasonably-priced, simple accommodation in the city center. 260 rooms with bathroom and kitchenette (Note! rooms for the congress guests booked in the new wing opened in 2000). Internet kiosk in the lobby, free parking in the yard.Location: In the city center 1.5 km, 19 km to airportDistance from the Congress Venue: approx. 20 minutes by underground and local train.

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