10/10 Exceptional
Hotel property location is a walking distance to shopping center and many tourist attractions, breakfast was very good and the staff was very friendly
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki
Pet-friendly hotel with restaurant, connected to a shopping centre, near Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art
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Located in the heart of Helsinki, Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet and grocery store. Unwind in the sauna or take a stroll on the terrace while staying connected with free WiFi. Guests rave about the helpful staff and convenient location near Ateneum Art Museum.
9.0
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Pet-friendly
- Parking available
- Free Wi-Fi
- Connecting rooms available
Main amenities (12)
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Near the beach
- Restaurants and bar/lounge
- Sauna
- Self parking
- Room service
- 7 meeting rooms
- Meeting rooms
- Terrace
- 24-hour front desk
- Communal living room
- Front desk safe
Feel at home (6)
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Private bathroom
- Terrace
- Laundry facilities
- Blackout curtains
- Lift
£115
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Why we love this property
Flavourful dining choices
Culinary adventures abound with a restaurant, bar, and free buffet breakfast. Delectable options satisfy every palate at this hotel.
Dream soaks await
Each guestroom features a deep soaking bathtub, blackout drapes for ultimate rest, and a minibar for convenient refreshment.
Room options
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Superior Queen
- Sleeps 2
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
8.6Excellent
11 reviews
- 16 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
Standard Twin Room
9.0Wonderful
15 reviews
- 19 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Single Beds
Standard Twin Room (extra bed possibility)
9.4Exceptional
68 reviews
- 29 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 2 Single Beds
Superior Twin Room (extra bed possibility)
9.8Exceptional
6 reviews
- 30 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 2 Single Beds
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
8.8Excellent
40 reviews
- 20 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Business Suite
10.0Exceptional
1 review
- 40 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Superior Room, 1 King Bed
9.6Exceptional
4 reviews
- 25 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Superior Room, 1 King Bed (extra bed possibility)
8.8Excellent
8 reviews
- 30 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed
8.0Very good
1 review
- 15 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
Superior Twin Room
- Sleeps 3
Standard Queen Room
- Sleeps 2
Standard King Room
- Sleeps 2
Superior King Room
- Sleeps 3
Business Romance Suite
- Sleeps 2
Standard Twin Room (Extra Bed Possibility)
- Sleeps 3
Standard Twin Room
- Sleeps 2
Superior King Room - Extra Bed Possibility
- Sleeps 3
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About the area
Asema-Aukio 2, Helsinki, 00100
What's nearby
- Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
- Ateneum Art Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Senate Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Finlandia Hall - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
- Helsinki Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
- Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) - 42 min drive
- Helsinki (HEC-Helsinki Central Train Station) - 2 min walk
- Helsinki Central Station - 2 min walk
- Helsinki Koydenpunojankatu Station - 18 min walk
- Rautatientori Station - 1 min walk
- Rautatieasema Station - 2 min walk
- Ooppera Station - 2 min walk
Restaurants
- Vltava - 1 min walk
- Casa Largo - 1 min walk
- 10. Kerros - 2 min walk
- Social Burgerjoint - 2 min walk
- Olivia Central Station - 3 min walk
About this property
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki
You'll be in a fantastic location at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki, only a five-minute walk from Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art and Ateneum Art Museum. After relaxing in the sauna, guests can grab a bite to eat at 10 Kerros, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is only a short walk from public transportation: Rautatientori Station and Rautatieasema Station are steps away.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 340 rooms
- Arranged over 10 floors
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
- Express check-out available
- Check-out time is noon
- Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
Pets
- Pets allowed*
- Service animals welcome
- Specific rooms only*
- Food and water bowls available
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
- On-site self-parking (EUR 32 per day)
Other information
- Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Free buffet breakfast 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
- Restaurant
- Bar/lounge
- Room service (limited hours)
- Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
- Local/corner shop
What to do
- Shopping
- Beach nearby
- Discount at nearby fitness centre
- Bike rentals nearby
- Boat tours nearby
Working away
- 7 meeting rooms
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Dry cleaning/laundry services
- Hair salon
- Free newspapers in reception
- Luggage storage
- Multilingual staff
Facilities
- 1 building/tower
- Built in 1952
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Terrace
- Communal living room
- Shopping centre on-site
- Sauna
- Banquet hall
Accessibility
- Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
- Flat-screen television
Home comfort
- Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
- Minibar
- Electric kettle
- Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
- Blackout curtains
- Soundproofed rooms
- Premium bedding
Freshen up
- Private bathroom
- Deep-soaking bath
- Bath or shower
- Bidet
- Hairdryer
- Towels
Stay connected
- Desk
- Free newspapers
- Free WiFi
- Phone
More
- Housekeeping on request
- In-room safe
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Guidebooks/recommendations
Special features
Dining
10 Kerros – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property will be renovating from 14 January 2026 to 17 May 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
- Selected guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.
Children & extra beds
- Rollaway beds are available for EUR 30 per night
Pets
- Service animals exempt from fees
- Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per accommodation, per night
Parking
- Self-parking costs EUR 32 per day
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Also known as
Sokos Hotel Vaakuna
Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki
Sokos Vaakuna
Sokos Vaakuna Helsinki
Vaakuna
Vaakuna Sokos Hotel
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki
Original Sokos Vaakuna Helsinki
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki Hotel
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki Helsinki
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki Hotel Helsinki
Frequently asked questions
Does Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 15 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?
Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 32 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino Helsinki (5-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki also has a sauna.
Are there restaurants at or near Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, 10 Kerros.
Does Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.
What's the area around Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki like?
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki is in Helsinki City Centre, a short 1-minute walk from Rautatientori Station and 3 minutes' walk from Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki Reviews
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.8
Amenities
9.2
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
- Breakfast was a highlight with a great buffet offering a wide variety of options. (46 reviews)
- The property is surrounded by many shopping and restaurant options, with a 24-hour grocery store and a variety of dining choices nearby. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.Popular mentions
LocationRoomBreakfastService staffRestaurantTrain stationViewPublic saunaBalconyShopping10/10 Exceptional
Great location
Xenddie
Xenddie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Hairs in different places in the bathroom.
The faucet was leaking water to the floor.
Carmen
Carmen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nice hotel. Great staff. Great location from central train station & easy walkable distances to places/attractions. Would stay again.
Judy
Judy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Room is clean and the location is perfect
Elva Jong Yu
Elva Jong Yu, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Lovely staff, clean, good breakfast, great location, nice sauna
Anna Elisabeth
Anna Elisabeth, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Centrally located just next to the main train station, shopping area and restaurants. Love the breakfast with Finnish specialties such as rye bread, Karelian pie and porridge.
Hanna-Mari
Hanna-Mari, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Good location, close to train, tram & shops. Staff are friendly, helpful and breakfast good too 😁
JIE
JIE, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great location, clean and easy to access. Market next to it is a life saver. Great place
Jose
Jose, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Lovely room and great breakfast.
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very convenient location - not only next to main train station but also has lots of tram and bus stops around. Also able to walk to places quite easily.
Really enjoyed breakfast buffet - there were so many Finnish food dishes that we were able to try :)
Erina
Erina, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Room was quite big comparing other hotels room in Helsinki.
Rezar
Rezar, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
good location, friendly customer service
Haeseong
Haeseong, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
staffs are friendly and helpful
Ping Wah
Ping Wah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Good location. Good breakfast.
Randal
Randal, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Fabulous front desk staff. Spacious room and toilet. Great amenities. Perfect location just opposite the train station and a big shopping mall right below. Plenty of shops around. Ability to leave luggage a few days before check in when we onward to Rovaniemi. Would recommend friends and family to stay here!
Lee BS
Lee BS, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nice and clean and good breakfast. The room smelled of dust, but not a problem
Joakim
Joakim, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
convenient location to sights and train
Ronnie
Ronnie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great hotel, excellent location, very good service
Abdelilah
Abdelilah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great location, and great views from the breakfast. The only disappointment that the breakfast no longer had smoked salmon available.
Anne
Anne, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Good breakfast!
Comfortable ~
SHU HUEI
SHU HUEI, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great stay. Walking distance to everything.
Michael
Michael, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very good and great situation.
Edda
Edda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great location next to the railway station!
Toni
Toni, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
The hotel is very near to the train station. However, the lift is very small and xan only take 4 pax maximum. Breakfast spread is good.
Sook Mei
Sook Mei, 2-night trip
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