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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Fri 16 Jan
Thu 22 Jan
January 2026
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February 2026
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.
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
£130
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb

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

Showing 18 of 18 rooms
Interior detail
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Free daily buffet breakfast
Interior detail

Superior Queen

  • Sleeps 2
Deep-soaking bathtub, hair dryer, bidet, towels
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Deep-soaking bathtub, hair dryer, bidet, towels
Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
Standard Twin Room (extra bed possibility) | Bathroom | Deep-soaking bathtub, hair dryer, bidet, towels
Standard Twin Room (extra bed possibility) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Standard Twin Room (extra bed possibility) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room (extra bed possibility)

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
Deep-soaking bathtub, hair dryer, bidet, towels
Superior Twin Room (extra bed possibility) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Superior Twin Room (extra bed possibility) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Superior Twin Room (extra bed possibility) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Twin Room (extra bed possibility)

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Bidet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
Deep-soaking bathtub, hair dryer, bidet, towels
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Business Suite | Bathroom amenities | Deep-soaking bathtub, hair dryer, bidet, towels
Business Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Business Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Business Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Bidet
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Deep-soaking bathtub, hair dryer, bidet, towels
Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Bidet
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Deep-soaking bathtub, hair dryer, bidet, towels
Superior Room, 1 King Bed (extra bed possibility) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Superior Room, 1 King Bed (extra bed possibility) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Superior Room, 1 King Bed (extra bed possibility) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (extra bed possibility)

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Bidet
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Deep-soaking bathtub, hair dryer, bidet, towels
Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Bidet
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Interior detail
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Free daily buffet breakfast
Interior detail

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
Interior detail
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Free daily buffet breakfast
Interior detail

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
Interior detail
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Free daily buffet breakfast
Interior detail

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
Interior detail
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Free daily buffet breakfast
Interior detail

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 3
Living area | Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Living area | Flat-screen TV

Business Romance Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room (Extra Bed Possibility)

  • Sleeps 3
Interior detail
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Free daily buffet breakfast
Interior detail

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior King Room - Extra Bed Possibility

  • Sleeps 3

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About the area

Map
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
  • Helsinki Central Library Oodi - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Senate Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 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
  • ‪Olivia Central Station - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pino - ‬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 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. 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.

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

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with a wide variety of delicious dishes and a stunning view. (44 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)
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Popular mentions

LocationRoomBreakfastService staffRestaurantViewTrain stationPublic saunaShoppingBalcony

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, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room is clean and the location is perfect
Elva Jong Yu, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

staffs are friendly and helpful
Ping Wah, 1-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, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room and great breakfast.
Rachel, 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, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good breakfast! Comfortable ~
SHU HUEI, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

convenient location to sights and train
Ronnie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, excellent location, very good service
Abdelilah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good and great situation.
Edda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay. Walking distance to everything.
Michael, 5-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, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

very easy to find from the station
XIAOHONG, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location next to the railway station!
Toni, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super convenient

Amazing location. All the transportation options are at your door and you can easily walk to the Olympic Stadium. Great breakfast selection.
View from room on 8th floor.
DIANA, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location, big bed and nice breakfast

Nice room, with big and comfortable. Super close to the station. Nice breakfast buffet. Long queue to check in, but other than that good experience
Dennis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room with nice size balcony, and great view of the city. Great breakfast buffet! Central train station is very close by and easy access to public transportation! There are also plenty of grocery stores within walking distance. Variety of dining restaurants are lacking, but there are plenty for a quick bite.
Steven, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Carl-Gustaf, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Ann, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place would recommend
Andrew, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location. Close to railway station and trams. Room was quiet and comfortable with view overlooking the streets below. Would certainly stay there again.
Peter, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Paradise

Amazing stay
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Located right next to Helsinki Central Station, this hotel is easily accessible and offers a satisfying environment and services.
YOSHITERU, 9-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was comfortable and just across from the central train station, making it cery easy to do day trips. Also, saved on taxi fare to and from thecairport. This was my 2nd time staying at this hotel.
Karen, 9-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Old hotel, but rooms are spacious. Very good restaurant with excellent breakfast
PING KIT, 2-night trip