Discover the elegance of Bob W Koti Katajanokka, a collection of short-stay apartments in Helsinki.

Bob W Koti Katajanokka’s prime location means you can explore the picturesque buildings of the Jugendstil district and reach Helsinki’s vibrant city centre with ease. Each apartment includes a fully equipped kitchen and everything else you need for a comfortable stay, whether you’re visiting Bob for just one night or moving in for an extended stay.

A smarter alternative to hotels and random rentals

Bob W combines the quality standards and services of a lifestyle hotel with the authenticity and functionality of a home: the ‘Best Of Both Worlds’. Our sustainably operated properties are located in the coolest handpicked neighbourhoods across Europe. Backed by top real estate investors and venture capitalists, we’re building the technology to give every guest a local, contactless five-star experience at scale.

The neighbourhood: Katajanokka

Aside from sustainability and locally-inspired design, a prime location in a vibrant neighbourhood is something you can expect whenever you sleep with Bob, no matter the city. Bob W Koti Katajanokka is located in Helsinki’s Katajanokka neighbourhood, which is an island connected to the city centre by a bridge. Often described as Helsinki’s most decorative district, Katajanokka is home to various Jugendstil buildings, meaning guests staying with Bob have the perfect opportunity to learn more about the Art Nouveau movement in Helsinki. Make sure you take some time to explore the streets and admire the stylish architecture during your stay.

Katajanokka is also just a stone’s throw from central Helsinki, so you’ll be well placed to go sightseeing too. Top attractions like the Design Museum, the Esplanadin Puisto and the Ateneum art museum are all within a 20-minute walk of Bob’s apartments.

Scandinavian-inspired interior design

The design concept for Bob W Koti Katajanokka is inspired by a sleek, Scandinavian style. Helsinki-based designer Anni Taimisto has sourced a fantastic mix of local, sustainable and stylish secondhand pieces with a perfect blend of comfort and functionality to bring the vibe of Helsinki into each of Bob’s apartments.

At Bob W, we source as much decor as we can locally and sustainably – all while bringing authentic and memorable designs to life. Each Koti Katajanokka apartment features decor made in Finland, including bespoke wardrobes and kitchen cabinets from Finnish company Arkken, plus dining tables handmade by Restatop. 

To add a cosy finishing touch to every apartment, our designer has handpicked art from local antique shops – everything has been specially chosen to give your apartment a homey feel. The coffee cups are made by hand in local studio Cihu Design, and Bob has even had a custom scent blended by Osmia in Helsinki using natural ingredients.

A more sustainable choice 

No matter the location, every stay with Bob W is 100% climate-neutral and fully carbon offset. At Bob W Koti Katajanokka, apartments feature reusable water bottles and tote bags. 

In addition to choosing pieces that look great, we also prioritise manufacturers that share our environmental values. For example, the gorgeously comfortable mattresses and cushions in these apartments are made by Matri, a Finnish brand committed to using 100% certified European materials and powers its factory with solar energy for most of the year. We love brands like this, proving that sustainability can be glamorous! Read about how we are changing the game with sustainability.

Book your stay

Come see Bob W Koti Katajanokka for yourself. Book your stay now via our website for the best rates. Follow Bob on Facebook, Instagram and Linkedin to be the first to know about our new openings. See you in Helsinki!