• City view
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms

This elegant hotel is next to Helsinki Central Station, 5 minutes’ walk from the Esplanadi shopping streets. It offers a rooftop terrace, in-room flat-screen TVs, plus free sauna and WiFi access. Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki was built for the 1952 Olympics and is set in a heritage-listed building. The soundproofed rooms include air conditioning, a minibar and modern décor. The stylish á la carte restaurant offers a mix of Finnish and international dishes. After-dinner drinks can be enjoyed in the bar, which offers magnificent views of Helsinki’s bustling city centre. The friendly staff is happy to provide tourist information and other services. The airport bus stops right opposite Sokos Vaakuna Helsinki. Housed in the same building is Sokos Department Store, where guests enjoy a 10 % discount.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Sokos Hotels
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Helsinki, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7

Breakfast info

Buffet

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
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Sustainability certification

This property has one or more third-party sustainability certifications.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Helsinki
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Neil
    Australia Australia
    Amazing architectural gem. Restaurant was excellent.
  • Gail
    Australia Australia
    So close to everything - the station is across the road as are shops. Not far to tourist attractions. Breakfast is very good.
  • Sigrún
    Iceland Iceland
    I liked everything at this hotel; there was nothing to complain about. The staff was very helpful and nice. I forgot a shirt in my room, and they sent it to me free of charge. (It was the day: “Happiness and bringing happiness to other people” in...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • 10.Kerros
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Temporary art galleries
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs € 32 per day.
  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Reception services
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Minimarket on site
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Car hire
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wellness
  • Fitness
  • Sauna
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Finnish
  • French
  • Swedish

House rules

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

Check-out

Until 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of EUR 50 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 42. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

When booking 10 or more rooms, or for more than 11 persons, different policies and additional supplements apply.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

A damage deposit of € 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

  • Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Sauna
    • Fitness
    • Temporary art galleries

  • Room options at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Triple
    • Suite

  • Check-in at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • The prices at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet

  • Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki has 1 restaurant:

    • 10.Kerros

  • Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki is 150 yards from the centre of Helsinki. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.