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Reviews of Viking Line ferry Viking XPRS - Night Cruise from Helsinki

Katajanokanlaituri 8, Katajanokka, 00160 Helsinki, Finland

#72 of 99 hotels in Helsinki

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Review score

Based on 108 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.9

  • Comfort

    7.9

  • Location

    8.4

  • Facilities

    7.7

  • Staff

    8.2

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    5.8

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  • Reviewed: 6 September 2024

    9.0
    It was the highlight of our trip to Helsinki.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Inside Standard
    • Stayed 1 night

    When we were reserving the cabin, I could not get clearly that our cabin has no window. As I reserved via Booking.com, I went to their information desk in the ferry, and ask them to change our room. It was not an easy deal, because I had to pay 28 more euros. After paying this amount, I can not still say that it is worthy in compare with the basic amount. By the way, the woman in the information desk, did me a favour to change our cabin with a window. I do not recommend any cabins without window! The other thing that you may be know, is the check in time in the ferry. It is around 8 P.M. and is to much later in compare to a hotel room. Although, you can leave your stuffs in the port locker rooms, it is not cheap.

    It made a wonderful night for us on the sea. We spent whole night in our cabin. Our cabin had a window that make it easy to see the sea :) . You can not expect something same as a hotel room, but acceptable.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 September 2024

    9.0
    A fun, affordable cruise with great amenities, but early announcements may disturb sleep.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Inside Standard
    • Stayed 1 night

    The ship arrives in Tallinn at around 7 a.m., and an announcement in the cabin for passengers disembarking can wake up the family. Although we had a calm night with no movement, rough seas could potentially make the experience less pleasant.

    The ship offers various play and entertainment areas for kids, including a LEGO room, bouncy castle, playroom, and construction activities. The food at the restaurant is delicious and well-rounded. The ship remains stationary in the middle of the sea during the night, so there’s no movement, and the kids didn’t even notice they were on a boat. There are several entertainment options for adults as well. The ship has multiple stores and a supermarket on board. The schedule is perfect, from around 9 p.m. to 10 a.m. The price for a cabin for four people is unbeatable compared to a hotel.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Inside Piccolo Small
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room was very small but comfortable enough for one person. It was quiet during the night to sleep in there. It was nice to go outside and appreciate the view while leaving Helsinki. And beautiful sunset on the sea.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Inside Piccolo Allergy
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The late check in and early check out. They could allow us a bit earlier in the afternoon to get the most of the evening sunset views and more time inside the ship. There were not so many entertainment events happening in the evening.

    The cabin was quite perfect for a night stay. It has an attached toilet and bathroom along with small table and and chair and a television. They also have a supermarket to buy food and drinks for cheap prices.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    9.0
    Amaizing opportunity
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Seaside Standard Promenade, for 2 pers.
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Specify better from and to what time is breakfast And people sleeping in bar chairs and sofa, so that we did not have a table to enjoy a cocktail

    Offer the possibility to stay all night on the ferry as a mini cruise

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2023

    8.0
    Helsinki away
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Seaside Standard Promenade, for 2 pers.
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noisy occupants in other cabins Showing no consideration to others Loo in cabin were blocked

    A floating hotel made a change Decent choice for the buffet on board. Good price

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Inside Piccolo Small
    • Stayed 1 night

    Many people use that just to buy cheap alcohol.

    View of Helsinki in the morning from the upper deck.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2023

    8.0
    Night on a cruise
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Seaside Standard Promenade, for 4 pers.
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bar was really little time open. There are people who go back to Helsinki in the morning so the bar should be open for late. The bathroom was pretty small and there was water on the toilet when we got into our cabin.

    I liked that it was a boat trip to Tallin and there were tax-free shop. Beds were okay for a ship, it was good to sleep on. We met awesome people on the boat so it was really nice :))))

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2023

    8.0
    Great alternative to conventional on land accommodation for a night in Helsinki. Beautiful sunset on sail from Helsinki
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Seaside Standard Promenade, for 2 pers.
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Long queues before departure. Restaurants, shops closed early

    Spotlessly clean cabin with good shower. Cabin ideal for one person.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2023

    9.0
    Excellent option for a night over in Helsinki
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Inside Standard Allergy
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shops/bars close at 11:00pm

    The shops and facilities

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2023

    7.0
    Above average Hostel experience with a killer view
    • Couple
    • Seaside Standard Promenade, for 2 pers.
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room smelled a lot like cigarettes due to smokers outside. VL could maybe provide the cabin with some air fresheners. There is only one wall socket that can be used right next to the desk. Either more sockets (especially next to the berths) or extension cable availability would be great. Those can be easily locked to prevent theft. Not a deal breaker for the price.

    It's a convenient and cheap way to spend a night. Sea views are ofc great to wake up to.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2023

    9.0
    A Night to remember 😉
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Inside Piccolo Allergy
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is nothing basically to dislike.

    Everything

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Inside Piccolo Small
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a great way to relax and see Helsinki and Tallinn from the water, and at a great cost compared to hotels on the land. A nice way to relax after 20+ hours of flying

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Couple
    • Seaside Standard Promenade, for 4 pers.
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was great to see the sea before sleeping.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Seaside Standard Promenade, for 4 pers.
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Foods are expensive in the restaurant and cafes inside the crouse!

    One night sleeping in a private cabin on a beautiful cruise! It's a good experience specially for junior couples! Worth for money!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2023

    9.0
    Excellent stay for very less price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Seaside Standard Promenade, for 4 pers.
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    mostly everything was good. They can increase the buffet timing or just leave the dishes which was placed already so that passengers can eat little more.

    4 Bed room was very spacious. we got seaside view cabin. buffet was excellent but it lasts only for 1:30 hours.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Inside Piccolo Small
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There wasn’t hairdryer and shampoo.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 January 2023

    7.0
    Short and sweet
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Seaside Premium
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cruise was too short. I wish we could have gotten off for a few hours in Tallinn (we had to stay on the boat the entire time) and have a few hours on the way home to have a nap and go to the duty free shop on the boat. The night club shut too early. Nowhere to buy drinks after 3am. A bit expensive bit I suppose so close to Christmas prices are naturally higher than normal.

    It was fun as all booze cruises. The accommodation was nice (we had the seaside premium).

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 December 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Seaside Premium
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Toilet shower area

    Boating experience

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 December 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Inside Piccolo Small
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    clean toilet/shower and cabin. cheap option to stay one night in helsinki.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 December 2022

    8.0
    Alternative accommodation available, without the possibility to visit Tallinn
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Seaside Standard Promenade, for 4 pers.
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately, the overnight cruise to Tallinn means you are not allowed to leave the ship and visit the city. You have to "enjoy" the facilities of the ferry and forget about an evening walk. Quite important information that does not appear anywhere in the description. In the morning it was seen, that many people went to enjoy cheap alcohol at duty-free prices. Drunk people were sleeping in the corridors with cartons of beer.

    Clean and pleasant accommodation with lots of services.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Seaside Standard Promenade, for 2 pers.
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Its a nice experience sleeping in a cruise. Its our first time and its memorable. The bar, the stores inside gives comfort in everything you need especially if you are hungrry. The bathroom is good. You are allowed to bring your own food if you are in a budget.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2022

    7.0
    Excellent value for money and interesting
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Inside Piccolo Small
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some disturbance at night, required research for check in time which differed from the Booking reservation and would have preferred earlier than 20:00

    Excellent value for money, more interesting than a hotel

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2022

    8.0
    Nice experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Seaside Standard Promenade, for 2 pers.
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice experience, first time in such ferry. I enjoyed it a lot.

    Stayed in October 2022

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