Viking Line ferry Viking XPRS - Night Cruise from Helsinki

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Great location!

8.7

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Viking XPRS offers comfortable cabins with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and free toiletries. Each cabin includes a TV, minibar, and sofa bed, ensuring a pleasant stay. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves local, international, and European cuisines, accommodating vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets. Guests can enjoy dinner in a traditional or modern ambience. Leisure Facilities: The ship features a sun terrace, bar, and nightclub. Additional amenities include a kids' club, games room, and live music, providing entertainment for all ages. Prime Location: Located in Helsinki city centre, Viking XPRS is a short walk from Kauppatori Market Square and the Presidential Palace. Nearby attractions include Uspenski Cathedral and an ice-skating rink.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 4 restaurants
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Terrace
  • Heating
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
4 bunk beds
4 bunk beds
4 bunk beds
2 bunk beds
4 bunk beds
4 bunk beds
2 bunk beds
2 bunk beds
2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

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Hungary Hungary
“It was really an authentic feeling sleeping on a ferry, I loves it! Bed was comfortable, I slept like a baby. Wifi was strong, there was hot shower in the bathroom. I booked for 1 person and it was enough for me. It was also warm enough in the cabin.”
Laura
Germany Germany
“Liked the experience, rooms were clean and comfortable”
Claire
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It was fantastic. Staff overly helpful. Prices good”
Nasim
Germany Germany
“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.”
Jordi
Spain Spain
“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...”
Beata
Poland Poland
“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.”
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It’s great! Basically a trip to Tallinn and back overnight although you’re not allowed to get off the boat. It’s stays in port for a few hours before returning in the morning. Restaurant and bars open for food most of the night and it was pretty...”
Vinniem
Germany Germany
“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.”
Gen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“What a special way to spend a night and also on the budget opposed to hotels in Helsinki. Beautiful sunset as we were leaving the port. Going past the Sea Fort and Islands as leaving. Food, drinks and a massive duty free shop on board. Cabin was...”
Romajohn
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A floating hotel made a change Decent choice for the buffet on board. Good price”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

4 restaurants on site
The Buffet
  • Cuisine
    Local • International • European
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Wine & Dine
  • Cuisine
    Local • International • European
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Traditional • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
The Burgers
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Blue Deli
  • Cuisine
    Local • International • European
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Viking Line ferry Viking XPRS - Night Cruise from Helsinki takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 18:00 to 18:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 09:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

1 October 2024–17 June 2025 and 11 August 2025–31 December 2025

Departure from Helsinki

- Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 20:30

- Friday at 21:00

- Sunday at 19:00

Arrival in Helsinki at 09:30

18 June 2025–10 August 2025

- Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 21:15

- Friday at 21:00

- Sunday at 19:00

Arrival in Helsinki at 10:30

Please note that itineraries, activities and schedules are subject to change, depending on the weather and operating conditions. Please note the departure and arrival times of the ship.

Check-in and boarding close 20 minutes before the departure time.

Each passenger must carry a valid travel document. Viking Line cannot be held liable and cannot reimburse costs if a passenger misses a voyage due to incorrectly completed documents.

Viking Line will send more information about the journey after the booking.

For group travel: The group must consist of a minimum of 10 adult passengers with one booking and a joint ticket. The minimum age limit is 20 years. This cruise is not open to people under 18 years of age.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.