Bob W City Centre, Helsinki

Bob is the mythical globetrotter who calls nowhere home but is at ease anywhere. After travelling around the world from Chicago to Kathmandu and everywhere in between, Bob has developed refined taste when it comes to accommodation.

His holy grail are places that blend the consistent quality of a hotel with the authentic flair and affordability of a host’s home. The problem is that these types of places are almost impossible to find. That’s why he decided to create his own category of exceptionally cool short-stay apartments that combine the best of both worlds.

You always know what to expect: an awesome location in a handpicked neighbourhood, interiors created by local designers, and a commitment to sustainability. Although Bob is usually away trekking up a glacier or hitchhiking across a continent, his team of professional hospitality superheros is here for you day and night to make sure you have a 5-star stay.

Welcome to Bob’s world! Bob W’s apartments are the smartest alternative to hotels and random rentals. Every night is climate-neutral and double carbon offset. Get everything needed to live, work and play for as long as you want. Fully equipped kitchens, private saunas, balconies, laundry, keyless access, fast WiFi, local gym access, 24/7 support, and regular professional cleaning – you name it. It is also possible to request early check-in and late check-out.

When you stay with Bob, you’re getting an authentic taste of the local neighbourhood. This classy 1902 Jugendstil building on Helsinki’s Central Railway Square was renovated in 2021. Each apartment is decked out with Finnish furniture from brands like Hakola, Artek and custom pieces from Studio Joanna Laajisto, who designed the apartments. Each apartment is powered by 100% renewable energy and has recycling, limited single-use plastic and biodegradable toiletries. The smart apartment management system lets you set the perfect mood lighting and temperature while reducing energy consumption by 11%. The smart management system provider does not collect or store any kind of information that could identify you and absolutely no audio, video or photos.

Please note that Bob's legally required to collect your ID information during check in. Check in is completed 100% contactless and online. Please also note that the provider of the smart apartment management system – which lets you adjust the heating and lighting while saving energy – does not collect or store any kind of information that could identify you and absolutely no audio, video or photos.