Located inside Helsinki Vantaa airport, the Scandic Gateway hotel is just a two minute walk from Arrivals, and 13 kilometres from the city centre. The 35 air conditioned guestrooms are all windowless and soundproofed, and feature simple decor in fresh, bright colours. Amenities include satellite television, wireless Internet access, tea and coffee making facilities and minibars. Bathrooms come with showers and hair dryers.
Guests can relax with a drink and sandwich in the lobby bar which is open round the clock, or unwind in the sauna. There is a children’s playroom and wireless Internet is available throughout the hotel for those who wish to stay in touch or plan a day’s sightseeing. There are several parking areas around the airport: the closest to the hotel are P1, P2, P3, P4 and P5. Guests can visit the Aviation Museum one kilometre from the hotel, or see the many sights of Helsinki city centre 13 kilometres away. These include the bustling market square, Olympic Stadium and Opera House.