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Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

4.0 star property
Eco-friendly hotel with restaurant, connected to a shopping centre, near Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art

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Rooftop terrace
Lounge
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Superior Twin Room (extra bed possibility) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
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.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

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
The current price is £105
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed (extra bed possibility) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (extra bed possibility)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Deep-soaking bath
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room (extra bed possibility) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Twin Room (extra bed possibility)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Twin Room (extra bed possibility) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Twin Room (extra bed possibility)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Deep-soaking bath
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Business Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Business Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Deep-soaking bath
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Business Romance Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Superior King Room - Extra Bed Possibility

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room (Extra Bed Possibility)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Queen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
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About the area

Map
Asema-Aukio 2, Helsinki, 00100

What's nearby

  • Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ateneum Art Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Senate Square - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Finlandia Hall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Helsinki Cathedral - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) - 40 min drive
  • Helsinki Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Helsinki (HEC-Helsinki Central Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • Helsinki Koydenpunojankatu Station - 18 min walk
  • Rautatieasema Station - 2 min walk
  • Ooppera Station - 2 min walk
  • Rautatientori Station - 2 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Mashiro Postitalo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pino - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Vltava - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪10. Kerros - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Casa Largo - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

When you stay at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Helsinki Cathedral and Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre. After relaxing in the sauna, guests can grab a bite to eat at 10 Kerros, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. This eco-friendly hotel also features 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: Rautatieasema Station and Ooppera Station are steps away.

Languages

English, Finnish, French, German, Russian, Swedish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 340 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors
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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
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (EUR 32 per day)
DONE

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
  • Bed sheets provided

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 programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 20.0 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.
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

Also known as

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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 (6-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 2-minute walk from Rautatieasema Station and 11 minutes' walk from Helsinki Cathedral. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Location
Room
Breakfast
Service staff
Restaurant
Train station
View
Public sauna
Balcony
Shopping

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with many reviewers praising its quality, variety, and stunning views from the 10th floor. (25 reviews)
  • The property is surrounded by many shopping and dining options, with a 24-hour grocery store and a variety of restaurants nearby. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10

The staff is excellent, the location is great right in front of the main train station and the bus. Great hotel with excellent dining the breakfast is the best in town.
4-night trip

10/10

Perfect place for in the city stop especially if your next destination is hopping on a train.
1-night trip

10/10

Balcony room was great. Very good bed as well the breakfast. Staff was kind , helpfull and positive, they made our experience excellent.
1-night trip

8/10

Location is key, close to everything. Breakfast is great, staff is too: but minimal. Rooms a bit dated but very comfortable. Would definately re-book.
2-night trip

10/10

Great Service and location. Highly recommend
2-night trip

10/10

Great location opposite central station, a comfortable hotel. modern amenities and classic style
3-night trip

10/10

Love this hotel in central Helsinki. Friendly staff, great breakfast and you can’t beat the location. Great history too as the hotel was opened for the Helsinki Olympics in the 50s.
3-night trip

10/10

Great location. Close to sights and shops. Lovely clean room
1-night trip

10/10

location would be wonderful, connecting department store & underground shopping center
3-night trip

10/10

The best hotel in Helsinki.
5-night trip

10/10

First trip in Helainki. Hotel is in the city and is the opposite of Central station, super convenience. Room was super nice.
2-night trip

8/10

Great breakfasts! (though, no fish at breakfast buffet??).
8-night trip

8/10

Very nice hotel at an excellent location. Friendly staff. Nice rooms, but cleaning was not as expected, as very dusty in room on arrival and during our stay this became even more, so not being cleaned well.
4-night trip

10/10

This is an awesome place for anyone who comes to Helsinki and is not familiar with the area. The hotel is right next to the train station which makes it super easy to access from and to the airport. All city attractions, shopping, restaurants are at the walking distance. Customer service was wonderful. The staff were friendly and helpful. I would come back to this hotel and recommend to other people!!!
2-night trip

8/10

This hotel is convenient to the station. Breakfast is served on the 10th floor, so great view.
4-night trip

10/10

The hotel is near the train station and there is a shopping mall and supermarket underneath, it is so convenient to shop and there is a sauna in the hotel for the guests access easily.
2-night trip

8/10

The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the city, making it easy to explore local attractions. The rooms are generally comfortable, though some could use a bit of updating. Overall, it’s a decent option for those looking for a central base at a reasonable price.
4-night trip

10/10

very convenient and lovely furniture
1-night trip

10/10

On previous trips we have stayed at a different hotel in the same area near the train station. This is now our 'go to' hotel when we visit Helsinki!!
1-night trip

10/10

Everything was outstanding besides the drainahe in the bathroom which was clogged in the shower and sink. Not so nice when the whole bathroom floor is flodded with water and soap.
4-night trip

10/10

Loved the view, so glad I upgraded to a room with balcony!! Also enjoyed the roof top bar!!
1-night trip

10/10

I loved my stay here! The hotel is literally across from the train station making it easy to get to and from the airport. It is also very close to all the trams. The room was larger than most and even included a bath robe! The bed was very comfortable. I would definitely stay here again!!
8-night trip

10/10

Great location. A quick walk to the central train station and easy access to public transportation. It was so convenient to get to airport and port terminal from here. Surrouned by lots of shopping and restaurant options. The hotel is literally attached with direct door access to a shopping center that has a 24-hour grocery. No need to even walk outside. Within walking distance to popular attractions. Great breakfast at the higher floor with views of the city.
3-night trip

10/10

It’s one of an amazing resort which I have stayed in life. Location is best for meeting Santa. Staff are all nice and helpful. Sauna is great. Jacuzzi is wonderful which I love most as jacuzzi is outdoor and facing to the forest that I have never experienced before. The room/ house is very large and everything seems quite new so the maintenance is done well. The design is great especially large window with privacy. I have travelled many countries but it would be top 10 in my list.
6-night trip

8/10

Large and clean room. Very good location. Staff are friendly and very helpful. But feel not safe for the sauna room, as no separate card for female sauna room. And the opening hours for sauna are too limited.
1-night trip