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Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

Asema-Aukio 2 | Helsinki, 00100, FI
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Highlights
Front desk [24-hour]
Great for activities
Located in heart of Helsinki
Excellent room comfort & quality
Most popular facilities
Coffee shop
Pets Allowed
24-Hour Front Desk
Pets allowed (charges may apply)
Free Wi-Fi
Room service available

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki - Helsinki

Prime City Center Location Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki is located in Helsinki city center, offering a scenic view and easy access to public transport. Nearby attractions include Helsinki Cathedral (less than 0.6 mi) and Helsinki Central Station (2-minute walk).

Comfortable Accommodations Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities such as free WiFi, mini-bars, and work desks. Additional comforts include balconies with city views, bathrobes, and free toiletries. Dining and Leisure The modern restaurant serves local cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options.

Guests can also enjoy a sauna, terrace, fitness room, and bar. Nearby Attractions Hietaranta Beach is 1.2 mi away, Helsinki Music Center a 6-minute walk, and Helsinki Central Station a 2-minute walk.

Helsinki Cathedral and Helsinki Central Station are less than 0.6 mi from the hotel.

Rooms Types
Superior Triple - Twin room in Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki
Room Details
Superior Triple - Twin
2 Twin bed 30mยฒ Type: Twin
Internet facilities Shower Bathtub Pay-per-view channels Telephone Fax Hairdryer Wake-up service/Alarm clock Hot tub Kitchenette Spa tub Refrigerator Shared bathroom Sitting area DVD player Microwave Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft) Walk-in closet Satellite channels Sauna Toaster Game console - Xbox 360 Game console - PS2 Game console - PS3 Lake view Additional bathroom Terrace Baby safety gates Adapted bath Roll-in shower Infinity Pool Bottle of water Fire extinguisher Key access Privacy curtain Open-air bath Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring) Carbon monoxide detector Carbon monoxide sources Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge Free gym access Access to private pool Hand sanitizer Transfer shower

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Standard Family Room - 3 People room in Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki
Room Details
Standard Family Room - 3 People
2 Twin bed 29mยฒ Type: Twin
Internet facilities Shower Bathtub Pay-per-view channels Telephone Fax Hairdryer Wake-up service/Alarm clock Hot tub Kitchenette Refrigerator Shared bathroom Sitting area Microwave Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft) Walk-in closet Sauna Toaster Game console - PS2 Game console - PS3 Lake view Additional bathroom Terrace Baby safety gates Adapted bath Roll-in shower Infinity Pool Bottle of water Fire extinguisher Key access Privacy curtain Open-air bath Carbon monoxide detector Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge Free gym access Access to private pool Access to a private beach Hand sanitizer Transfer shower

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Standard King Room room in Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki
Room Details
Standard King Room
1 King bed 20mยฒ Type: Double
Internet facilities Shower Bathtub Pay-per-view channels Telephone Fax Hairdryer Wake-up service/Alarm clock Hot tub Kitchenette Refrigerator Shared bathroom Sitting area Microwave Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft) Walk-in closet Sauna Toaster Game console - Xbox 360 Game console - PS2 Game console - PS3 Lake view Additional bathroom Terrace Baby safety gates Adapted bath Roll-in shower Infinity Pool Bottle of water Fire extinguisher Key access Privacy curtain Open-air bath Carbon monoxide detector Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge Free gym access Access to private pool Hand sanitizer Transfer shower

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Superior Queen Room room in Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki
Room Details
Superior Queen Room
1 Queen bed 15mยฒ Type: Double
Internet facilities Shower Bathtub Pay-per-view channels Telephone Fax Hairdryer Wake-up service/Alarm clock Hot tub Kitchenette Suit press Spa tub Refrigerator Shared bathroom Sitting area DVD player Microwave Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft) Walk-in closet Satellite channels Sauna Toaster Game console - Xbox 360 Game console - PS2 Game console - PS3 Lake view Additional bathroom Terrace Baby safety gates Adapted bath Roll-in shower Infinity Pool Bottle of water Fire extinguisher Key access Privacy curtain Open-air bath Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring) Carbon monoxide detector Carbon monoxide sources Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge Free gym access Access to private pool Hand sanitizer Transfer shower

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Guest Score and Reviews
8.9 /10

V. good

615 Reviews

Cleanliness
8.9
Facilities
9.4
Location
9.5
Service
8.4

Anja

family with young children

8.0

Convenient location, friendly staff

an umbrella to borrow would have been nice

December 2025

Tracy

family with young children

9.0

Great location, just a few steps away from the train station and with tram stations at the doorstep. Room is spacious and comfortable. There is a connecting Sokos departmental store to the hotel and guest can enjoy discount upon showing room key card and process tax refund. Food at the connecting tapas restaurant was also good. Great view of the city on level 10 breakfast venue.

Can't think of any!

December 2025

Services & Facilities

Most popular facilities
Coffee shop
Pets Allowed
24-Hour Front Desk
Pets allowed (charges may apply)
Free Wi-Fi
Room service available
Room Service
Air Conditioning
Family Rooms
More Amenities
Accessibility
Facilities For Disabled Guests Available
Audible Alarm
Activities & Things to do
Temporary Art Galleries
Fitness Activities
Fitness Center
Food & Drinks
Bar
Restaurant(s)
Coffee Shop
Restaurant (special Diets Available)
Snack Bar
Wine/champagne
General
Pets Allowed
24-Hour Front Desk
Elevator
Non-smoking Property
Electronic Room Key
Pets Allowed (charges May Apply)
Non-Smoking Rooms Available
Sanitation Procedures
Staff Follow All Safety Protocols As Directed By Local Authorities
Shared Stationery Such As Printed Menus, Magazines, Pens, And Paper Removed
Daily Disinfection
Physical/social Distancing Guidelines
Protective Screen Or Physical Barriers In Appropriate Areas
Linens, Towels And Laundry Washed In Accordance With Local Authority Guidelines
Hand Sanitizer In Guest Accommodation And Key Areas
All Plates, Cutlery, Glasses And Other Tableware Have Been Sanitized
Professional Cleaning Services
Media & Technology
Free Wi-Fi
Room Amenities
Room Service Available
Room Service
Safety Deposit Box
Air Conditioning
Heating
Smoke Alarms
Fire Extinguishers
Balcony/Terrace
Ironing Amenities
Family Rooms
Allergy-free Rooms Available
Security
CCTV Security In Common Areas
24-hour Security
Services and Conveniences
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Daily Housekeeping
Cashless Payment Available
Pet Basket
Pet Bowls
Laundry Services
Convenience Store
Swimming & Soaking
Spa/sauna
Transportation
Parking Available (charges May Apply)
Indoor Parking (charges May Apply)
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Health Services
Process In Place To Check Health Of Guests
First Aid Kit Available
Access To Health Care Professionals
Business facilities
Business Center
Fax/photocopying
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Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 15:00
Check-out: before 12:00

Front Desk Hours: 24/7

Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Parking

Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs EUR 34 per day.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot. Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed. Children from 3 years old to 15 years old stay for โ‚ฌย 20 per person per night when using an existing bed. You haven't added any extra beds. Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management. Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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Audible Alarm
Activities & Things to do
Temporary Art Galleries
Fitness Activities
Fitness Center
Food & Drinks
Bar
Restaurant(s)
Coffee Shop
Restaurant (special Diets Available)
Snack Bar
Wine/champagne
General
Pets Allowed
24-Hour Front Desk
Elevator
Non-smoking Property
Electronic Room Key
Pets Allowed (charges May Apply)
Non-Smoking Rooms Available
Sanitation Procedures
Staff Follow All Safety Protocols As Directed By Local Authorities
Shared Stationery Such As Printed Menus, Magazines, Pens, And Paper Removed
Daily Disinfection
Physical/social Distancing Guidelines
Protective Screen Or Physical Barriers In Appropriate Areas
Linens, Towels And Laundry Washed In Accordance With Local Authority Guidelines
Hand Sanitizer In Guest Accommodation And Key Areas
All Plates, Cutlery, Glasses And Other Tableware Have Been Sanitized
Professional Cleaning Services
Media & Technology
Free Wi-Fi
Room Amenities
Room Service Available
Room Service
Safety Deposit Box
Air Conditioning
Heating
Smoke Alarms
Fire Extinguishers
Balcony/Terrace
Ironing Amenities
Family Rooms
Allergy-free Rooms Available
Security
CCTV Security In Common Areas
24-hour Security
Services and Conveniences
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Daily Housekeeping
Cashless Payment Available
Pet Basket
Pet Bowls
Laundry Services
Convenience Store
Swimming & Soaking
Spa/sauna
Transportation
Parking Available (charges May Apply)
Indoor Parking (charges May Apply)
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Health Services
Process In Place To Check Health Of Guests
First Aid Kit Available
Access To Health Care Professionals
Business facilities
Business Center
Fax/photocopying
All Guest Score and Reviews
8.9 /10

V. good

615 Reviews

Cleanliness
8.9
Facilities
9.4
Location
9.5
Service
8.4

Anja

family with young children

8.0

Convenient location, friendly staff

an umbrella to borrow would have been nice

December 2025

Tracy

family with young children

9.0

Great location, just a few steps away from the train station and with tram stations at the doorstep. Room is spacious and comfortable. There is a connecting Sokos departmental store to the hotel and guest can enjoy discount upon showing room key card and process tax refund. Food at the connecting tapas restaurant was also good. Great view of the city on level 10 breakfast venue.

Can't think of any!

December 2025

Chris

young couple

9.0

Close to train station

Clean & retro feel

December 2025

Heli

family with young children

9.0

Great location, a lovely good size room with nice decor and super comfy bed, and staff were exceptionally helpful and friendly. Also excellent breakfast!

December 2025

Tay

family with young children

9.0

Very convenient location

Nil

December 2025

Leanne

family with young children

8.0

Location and staff service

The bathroom is a bit small

December 2025

Kasey

solo traveller

10.0

Iโ€™ve stayed here three times now and will stay again on my next visit to Helsinki (as long it it stays this hotel chain!). I stayed for 6 nights over Christmas and got to enjoy the festivities of not only Helsinki but the hotel as well. The breakfasts were incredible with lots to choose from and i got to try new dishes - the traditional Christmas porridge went down a treat on Christmas day! Aside from the festive fun, the rooms are comfortable with amazing views over the city - I got the room I requested which made Sokos Vaakuna my go to hotel. The location is great with easy walking distance to the railway station making airport train easy and safe as well as the tram spot right near the hotel. As well as lots of sites, shopping, cafes, restaurantโ€™s and museums literally right next to here or in walking distance. As above, I will stay again so long as it stays Sokos Vaakuna (a couple of hotels in Helsinki have rebranded sadly). The staff are friendly and always greet you, and my favourite part were the cosy rooms that offer a window like seat so you can watch the world go by in your room if you wish which was something I value as I was relaxing and enjoying slow paced visit to Helsinki after four weeks travel.

Itโ€™s minor, and whilst I did get the room view I requested, it would have been nice to be in a quieter room as my room was directly opposite the housekeeping closet and their trolleys were put next to my door. Mornings were always very very noisy, as well as throughout the day as housekeeping work into the late afternoon. I was there for 6 nights so I clearly was there for comfort and to relax, sleep in and unwind. I would have appreciated a room away from noise given I was staying for a long stay of 6 nights. People donโ€™t stay somewhere for 6 nights be woken up at 7am everyday, we stay that long to recuperate and relax! Aside from that, the housekeeping communication was a bit confusing. As a long stay guest, I had to request when I wanted housekeeping which was fine but it did mean cleaning my room wasnโ€™t priority and was attended to later in the day (3pm-4pm). On one occasion when I requested housekeeping, all I got was new towels and no cleaning. I have stayed three times now, and if I am honest the service wasnโ€™t as good as my very first time I stayed but not bad enough to deter me.

January 2026

Clifford

family with young children

10.0

Friendly staff, large room, great sauna facilities.

January 2026

Sabrina

Couple

9.0

Really enjoyed the view from our room over the main station and toward the cathedral. The breakfast was great and the staff at the reception very welcoming and helpful. Great location too.

The fact that you can leave your luggage is great. The fact that they hand the key to everybody to come and go into the luggage room as they please (and that possibly other people can enter too), is really worrysome. Most hotels have a designated person at the reception that received the luggage and only they enter the room to drop it off and pick it up avoiding that other guests or people who sneak in can open or steal your luggage. I expect better from Sokos in this regard.

January 2026

Sirena

family with young children

6.0

The location was brilliant, we got a train from the airport when we came out of the station the hotel was opposite. We went for new year the free event was a 6 min walk from the hotel.

The bathroom was out dated, no daily housekeeping we had to go reception ask for clean towels. The bedroom was disappointing we booked standard family room which is two single beds with terrible thin mattresses my husband and I had to push our two single beds together. Room was cold.

January 2026

Teresa

group

9.0

Very convenient location : great breakfast buffet

Sauna hours too short 630pm -10pm only.

January 2026

Jude

group

9.0

The hotel is situated right beside the main train station and city centre. Easy access to all amenities and foods. Staff at the front reception were very approachable and friendly.

The breakfast can be further improved, selection quite limited and taste basic. Service attitude of restaurant staff varies across.

January 2026

Michael

young couple

3.0

Good central location

We prepaid the hotel and had to leave a card imprint as the room had a mini bar. When we got home we discovered that theyโ€™d taken a second payment for the whole cost of our stay. We havenโ€™t received a refund yet

January 2026

Annabel

Group Traveler

10.0

Location - close to the central station and tram stops; connected to a shopping mall

None

January 2026

Tina

family with young children

10.0

Great location and the rooms are large and beautiful

Nothing

January 2026

Rosaria

family with young children

7.0

Great location and friendly staff

Room was a little small Breakfast was busy and needed more staff clearing tables at the peak times

January 2026

Angela

family with young children

9.0

Room size, cleanliness. Friendly Receptionists. Breakfast food choice. Ambience of breakfast/restaurant area.

Restaurant menu limited

January 2026

Adam

young couple

9.0

Beautiful, good location, wonderful staff

January 2026

Octa

family with young children

8.0

Spacious, renovated room. The 3rd bed is a pullout bed, located under/part of the tv-stand. Great view from windows. Also the windows have seat padding, perfect for relaxing by the window. Large selection of breakfast. The sauna facility is also a great experience.

The checkin/luggage handling process could be improved. We are a group of 8 travellers with 13 luggages of various sizes. The hotel doesn't have concierge or bellboy, and the receptionist didnt offer us to use the luggage trolley that was sitting idle. Instead, (because our rooms werent ready), we were asked to haul our own luggages to the luggage storage room (which involved one flight of stairs). When I asked about the alternative, we were offered to use another storage room that is accessible only by staff lift. We were lucky the next receptionist allowed us to use the same lift and the luggage trolley to move our bags to our floor. The bed was on the softer side, and is only about 10cm thick. The shower room was nice and large, but cleanliness really lacks. Visible signs of moulds all around the shower floor/corners.

January 2026

Rebecca

family with young children

10.0

Comfortable bed and pillows and an amazing buffet breakfast

Nothing

January 2026

Lee Y.

Family with young children

10.0

We love everything about the hotel, excellent breakfast, comfortable room and perfect location in the city centre which is so convenience for tram, train and bus transportation.

Perhaps the room cleanliness service need to be done everyday.

January 2026

Nuriye

Family with young children

9.0

Location, breakfast and the attitude of stuff were great. We had a bit of an issue about heating the room and they immediately brought a portable heater to the room. Furniture, style and ambiance were also nice. Room was so spacious.

Hotel room was very well cleaned at first. After second night we wanted room to be cleaned but I did not find the effort enough. There were hair on the floor and floor seemed to me not so well mopped.

January 2026

Stamatios

Couple

10.0

Everything was great!!!

January 2026

Yu-de

Solo Traveler

10.0

The breakfast buffet was amazing! The reception is very welcoming and helpful. The sauna experience is fabulous :D The room is full of little details that make you think the whole experience is curated for each of us.

The internet connection drops from time to time, but is still within the tolerable threshold. The breakfast ends a bit early (at 10 a.m.) but again, it's tolerable.

January 2026

Charlie

review category business travellers

7.0

Breakfast good but very busy

Paying deposit

January 2026

Dimitzio

family with young children

9.0

The location could not be more central. Helsinki is already a very walkable city, but having the hotel right next to the central train station makes everything incredibly convenient. Major shopping districts and plenty of great restaurants are just steps away, making it easy to explore the city without relying on public transport. The central location also makes arrival and departure especially smooth, whether youโ€™re coming from the airport or traveling onward by train. The staff were excellentโ€”polite, helpful, and genuinely funny. Cleanliness is clearly a priority here, and it shows. Even cleaned underneath the beds and left a cute note about it! :) I especially appreciated being asked how often we would like housekeeping during our stay, which felt thoughtful and guest-focused. The breakfast selection was also very good, with plenty of options, and the dining area was well organized even during busier

The building is a bit older, and while the large window faรงade offers a breathtaking skyline view, it felt slightly cold during December nights. This was not a major issue, but something to keep in mind if youโ€™re visiting during winter. Some rooms have a bathtub while others have a shower, which isnโ€™t really a negative, but something to be aware of when booking or worth asking about at check-in. The rooms were comfortable overall, though certain design elements reflect the age of the building. Although we were not affected much by it, itโ€™s worth noting that the hotel does not have on-site parking. You need to use the public underground parking garage nearby, which may be less convenient for guests arriving by car. The hotel staff kindly issued a single invoice for the duration of our stay, which saved us the hassle of paying each time. Still, clearer parking instructions in advance would be helpful for first-time visitors.

January 2026

Dave

young couple

9.0

The location to transport and restaurants was great

The decor was a little dated although this added a bit of a retro feel which was fun

January 2026

Darren

family with young children

8.0

A lovely hotel, very clean, welcoming helpful staff. The breakfast was outstanding so much variety and fabulous vegan options. And the location was just perfect, just over the way from the train station.

The bed was alittle too soft for me. But it wouldn't stop me from staying here again

January 2026

June

family with young children

10.0

Easy to access

There is nothing i dun like

January 2026

Min

solo traveller

9.0

Nice and clean, good breakfast, well located.

February 2026

Veiko

solo traveller

8.0

Great location, good breakfast.

I have stayed several times in various rooms with king size beds, and so far they all need new matresses.

February 2026

Donald

review category business travellers

9.0

Good location. Excellent breakfast

Room size

February 2026

Hugh

solo traveller

8.0

Excellent location- close to all public transport- train bus and tram Good breakfast included Female staff on reception were excellent and very helpful

Room floor could have been cleaner and didnโ€™t like the room only being serviced every 3 days - not acceptable for a hotel at this price point

February 2026

Chua

group

8.0

Centralised location. Room is spacious. Staff are friendly.

February 2026

Gregory

young couple

9.0

Very close to the central train station in Helsinki. Front desk staff were very helpful arranging an early morning breakfast box to accommodate our early train to the airport. Special acknowledgement of Riphene (spelling?) for her excellent customer focus at check in and helpful suggestions for dinner.

February 2026

Hayden

family with young children

10.0

Superb in all aspects

February 2026

Anne

Couple

9.0

Fantastic location. Staff extremely helpful and friendly. Restaurant Casa Largo excellent.

The room was too small and some facilities outdated. Breakfast was solala

February 2026

Allan

family with young children

9.0

Ideal central location.

March 2026

Sari

solo traveller

9.0

Location excellent. Breakfast with plenty of juice and tasty.

Met needs exceedingly.

March 2026

Ngee

group

8.0

the location was super good , easy accessible to railway station and surrounding malls, within minutes. breakfast was good and restaurant was spacious

the lift too small.

March 2026

Amelia

Group Traveler

10.0

Excellent location. The breakfast was good.

March 2026

Fyiona

young couple

9.0

The location is superb, within minutes from the main train station, and it is close to shopping centre and eateries. The room we booked is on the smaller end, but it has everything we need. The room is clean, and I personally like the heated bathroom flooring during winter. The check in staff are friendly, and they attended promptly to our showerhead and bidet issue.

Nothing

March 2026

Amanda

family with young children

10.0

Perfect location, especially if you are using the train. Friendly helpful staff.

March 2026

FYIONA P. W.

Couple

9.0

The location is superb, within minutes from the main train station, and it is close to shopping centre and eateries. The room we booked is on the smaller end, but it has everything we need. The room is clean, and I personally like the heated bathroom flooring during winter. The check in staff are friendly, and they attended promptly to our showerhead and bidet issue.

Nothing

March 2026

Patricia

solo traveller

9.0

Good room good staff,

There was nothing I didnโ€™t like

April 2026

Fiona

young couple

10.0

It was lovely, so convenient, great rooftop bar with views.

Two of the receptionists were rude in our first day.

April 2026

Miranda

solo traveller

9.0

Great location

Everything was good

April 2026

Chandan

young couple

9.0

Excellent Location & Staff response

April 2026

Ritesh

group

10.0

Location, breakfast

No moisturiser/body milk

April 2026

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