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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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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.
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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
£116
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct

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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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with a view of the city, and a balcony with a table and chair.
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A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and shower.

Superior Queen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with white bedding, a bedside lamp, and a small table with a chair.
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Standard Twin Room (extra bed possibility)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 3 Single Beds
A modern bathroom with a white tiled wall, a granite countertop, a sink, a mirror, a towel rack, and a shower area.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A neatly made bed with white and maroon pillows, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a chair with a floral pattern, a mirror, a telephone, and a shelf with hangers.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Excellent
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
A modern bathroom with a white tiled wall, a granite countertop, a sink, a mirror, a towel rack, and a shower area.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a TV.
A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a view of the cityscape through the windows.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, a headboard, and a lamp.

Standard Twin Room

Excellent
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white toilet, and a vanity with a sink and mirror.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with a city view, and a wooden ceiling.
A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of buildings.
A hotel room with a patterned armchair, a bed with white and purple bedding, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Standard Twin Room (extra bed possibility)

Exceptional
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
A modern bathroom with a sink, mirror, and shower.
A modern hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a city view.
A hotel room with a bed, two windows, a lamp, and a view of city buildings.
A hotel room with a bed, a patterned armchair, a wall-mounted lamp, and a framed picture.

Superior Twin Room (extra bed possibility)

Exceptional
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
A modern bathroom with a white tiled wall, a granite countertop, a sink, a mirror, a towel rack, and a shower area.
A hotel room with a large bed, a city view through the window, and a decorative wall piece.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with a large bed, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Several cardboard boxes labeled with items like "vanity kit," "shower cap," and "sewing kit."
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, a bench, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.
A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small table with a bottle and glasses, two floor lamps, and a coat rack with a coat and shoes.

Business Suite

Exceptional
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A modern bathroom with a sink, mirror, and shower.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a patterned armchair, and a city view through large windows.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city through floor-to-ceiling windows, and a modern lamp on the nightstand.
A neatly made bed with white and maroon pillows, a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted light, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A modern bathroom with a sink, mirror, and shower.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a view of a cityscape, and a unique ceiling design.
A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a lamp, and a view of city buildings through large windows.
A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a floor lamp.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (extra bed possibility)

Wonderful
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
A modern bathroom with a sink, mirror, and shower.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the city through a large window.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with a view of the city, and a chair by the window.
A white dove sculpture on a blue wall.

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Exceptional
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a white pillow, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a desk, a window with curtains, and a cityscape view.
A hotel room with a wooden headboard, white bedding, a maroon pillow with a crest, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, a sink with a mirror, and a towel rack.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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
  • Helsinki Central Library Oodi - 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
  • ‪Social Burgerjoint - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casa Largo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Napule Pizzeria Napoletana - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pino - ‬2 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; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation*
    • 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. Open select days.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

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.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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 4 minutes' walk from Stockmann. 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

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, wonderful, and with a wide variety of options. (164 reviews)
  • The restaurant offered a wide variety of delicious options and a wonderful view from the top floor. (51 reviews)
  • The hotel's proximity to the airport train station made it extremely convenient to access the airport. (16 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Our spacious clean room was steps away from Helsinki central station making it easy to access all the sights that Helsinki has to offer.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and excellent breakfast. Sauna was good and nice to be right in Sokos store. Don’t forgot your room check-in card to get discount at the store.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely and spacious room with wonderful breakfast
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable stay, helpful staff, amazing location and great breakfast. Nothing to complain about ! I’m happy to have stayed here
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10/10 Exceptional

Wow, a well-maintained vintage hotel located in the heart of Helsinki. The retro vibe has modern features, including a/c in each room. The hotel is located across from the central station and is surrounded by dining and shopping options. The area is clean and safe. You can easily access transportation options within a short walk: trains, buses, taxis, etc. I wouldn't hesitate to stay in this hotel in the future.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were super friendly and the convenience of the location can't be beat. The airport train station is nearby alongside buses, trams and lots of food options or supermarkets and everything you might need. The room is spacious and the breakfast is great! Would love to stay here again soon!
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything about our stay was great! Room was clean and comfortable, sauna was hot, and the breakfast buffet was delicious!
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8/10 Very good

Great location
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10/10 Exceptional

Thank you for the great service.
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8/10 Very good

Lovely staff, clean, good breakfast, great location, nice sauna
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8/10 Very good

My stay in Vaakuna was nice and relaxing.Breakfast was just fantastic for every taste, even for children ❤️ Only thing I didn't like was the carpets in the corridors. I understand it is to avoid the noise but... Thank you of keeping the décor and the elegant style of the Vaakuna. I do remember Vaakuna from 1960th when visiting Helsinki with my parents and stayed in Vaakuna.
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice comfortable, close to central station , safe
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10/10 Exceptional

Very spacious clean room. Very nice receptionist. Very helpful. Due to early morning check out they also provided a nice takeaway breakfast. Definitely would stay there again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Room is clean and the location is perfect
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel. Great staff. Great location from central train station & easy walkable distances to places/attractions. Would stay again.
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8/10 Very good

Good location, close to train, tram & shops. Staff are friendly, helpful and breakfast good too 😁
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location next to the railway station. Room was clean & spacious. Comfortable bed & great views. Staff were very helpful & friendly. Definitely would stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean and easy to access. Market next to it is a life saver. Great place
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8/10 Very good

Old style hotel close to main rail station. The rooms are not big but they are comfortable, well maintained and room noise is minimal. Good to see that rooms have a kettle, a fridge, an iron and an ironing board. Small lifts and long queues at reception. Lovely views from roof top bar. Good breakfast but don’t try to get there early as the lifts for the 10th floor are only turned on when breakfast starts.
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10/10 Exceptional

good location, friendly customer service
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8/10 Very good

Pretty standard hotel room with nothing to complain about. Breakfast buffet had plenty of selections. Unfortunately the rooftop bar is closed on a Sunday, the day we were there. Property can get pretty busy and we noted long queues at check in several times. Location is excellent for public transport (trains, including airport train & trams).
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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 :)
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay at the hotel. The location was perfect, the staff was wonderful and our room was very nice. The complementary breakfast was fantastic with so many choices. We had dinner in the dining room and both the service and food were excellent. I can’t imagine finding a hotel in Helsinki with better value for the money. It really set the tone for our trip to Helsinki.
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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.