10 groovy karaoke bars in Helsinki

1. Pataässä Karaoke Bar

A Helsinki karaoke institution — unpretentious, loud, and wonderfully chaotic in the best possible way. If you want the full “Finnish karaoke bar” experience, this is a classic place to start.

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Perfect for: First-timers, classic Finnish karaoke energy, birthday weekends.
Address: Snellmaninkatu 13
Hotel tip: Hobo Helsinki is just a 9-minute walk from the bar.

2. Karaoke Bar Anna K

Small, atmospheric, and known for its legendary party energy — Anna K is one of those places where the room is compact, the vibe is high, and you end up singing more than you planned.

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Perfect for: High-energy singalongs, lively crowds, weekend nights out.
Address: Annankatu 23
Hotel tips: This spot sits between two central hotels — just a 3-minute walk to Clarion Hotel® Mestari and 4 minutes on foot to Hotel St. George.

3. Wallis’ Skatta Karaoke Bar

Karaoke by the water on Katajanokka — warm, cosy, and a great choice for groups. You can sing on the main stage or settle into one of the quieter booths if you prefer cheering from the sidelines.

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Perfect for: Groups who want a cosy setting, waterfront vibes, booth bookings.
Address: Kanavaranta 7 E 22
Hotel tip: When the night has come, and the land is dark, Home Hotel Katajanokka stands by you (only 10 minutes away on foot).

4. Karaoke Bar Jone's

A cosy retro-style karaoke spot near the Central Railway Station, with multiple stages and a classic Helsinki karaoke feel. Great if your group wants a proper singalong without needing a grand nightclub set-up.

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Perfect for: Old-school karaoke charm, easy central meet-ups, mixed groups.
Address: Kaisaniemenkatu 13
Hotel tip: Hobo Helsinki is a 6-minute walk from Jone’s — an easy stroll after your final encore.

5. Karaoke Bar Restroom

Yes — as the name suggests, this place is set in an old public toilet built for the 1952 Olympics, and that’s exactly what makes it iconic. Small, quirky and famously lively, it’s one of the city’s most memorable karaoke rooms.

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Perfect for: Quirky settings, packed rooms, and high-energy karaoke.
Address: Tehtaankatu 23 A
Hotel tips: Near, far, wherever you are — it’s a quick taxi ride back to Hotel Lilla Roberts or Hotel Fabian.

6. Yökyöpeli Karaoke Bar

A small, intimate karaoke bar near Kasarmitori, a central square in the city, where the vibe is friendly and relaxed — the kind of place where you can sing, chat, and still feel part of the room even when you’re not on stage.

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Perfect for: Shy singers, smaller groups, solo travelers, a more relaxed karaoke night.
Address: Fabianinkatu 17
Hotel tip: When you’re done for the night, Hotel Fabian is just a 2-minute walk away.

7. Erottaja Bar

Part karaoke, part nightlife — this is where you go when your group wants to turn the energy up. Expect a busy crowd, a dancefloor feel, and a late-night atmosphere right in the city centre.

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Perfect for: Late-night party vibes, bigger groups, turning karaoke into a full night out.
Address: Erottajankatu 15–17
Hotel tips: From the buzz of the bar, it’s just a 5-minute walk to either the historic Hotel St. George or the elegant Hotel Lilla Roberts.

8. Karaoke Bar Populus

A long-running Helsinki favourite with a nostalgic, no-frills feel — and a brilliant place for late-night (and early-morning) singalongs. With extended weekend hours, Populus is where you can end your night… or accidentally start your next one.

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Perfect for: After-hours karaoke, spontaneous nights, hardcore karaoke fans.
Address: Aleksis Kiven katu 22
Hotel tips: All Strawberry hotels in Helsinki are a simple taxi ride away for the journey home.

9. White Sand Boat

Not a classic karaoke bar — but a brilliant private venue for groups who want something different. White Sand Boat is moored in the harbour (it doesn’t set sail), with a sauna, hot tub and a karaoke set-up. Start with steam and a soak, then head indoors for singalongs and friendly competition over who’s the real karaoke star.

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Perfect for: Private parties, birthdays, big friend groups — and corporate events and team-building with a twist.
Adress: Aallonhalkoja 2
Hotel tip: All Strawberry hotels in Helsinki are a simple taxi ride away for the journey home.

10. Sing and Pore

A high-energy karaoke spot with an Asian twist. Tucked away in Mummotunneli, a central passage just off the main shopping streets, Sing and Pore is the great place to unleash your inner diva or rockstar. Whether you book a private room or take on the main stage, you can order cocktails and Asian-inspired bites and shareable plates to keep the energy up.

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Perfect for: Groups, birthday weekends, private rooms — and anyone who wants a proper late-night singalong.
Adress: Mikonkatu 4
Hotel tips: Take me home, country roads — or just take a short stroll to Hobo Helsinki or Hotel Kämp. Located right in the heart of the city and only a two-minute walk away, you’ll be tucked in and dreaming of your next big performance before the final chorus fades out.