Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki, Helsinki ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Asema-Aukio 2, Helsinki, Finland, 00100

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki, a 4-star hotel with an 8.8/10 rating on Booking.com, features a restaurant with scenic views and cozy rooms reflecting 1950s design. This centrally located Helsinki hotel also offers meeting facilities, a gym, and pet-friendly accommodations.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at the Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki include a variety of options, from Standard King to family suites that can accommodate up to seven guests. Many feature large windows with views of Mannerheimintie and Lasipalatsi, and select rooms have balconies. The hotel embraces modern luxury blended with original decor, including pieces designed by Erkki Huttunen.

Dining & Nearby Options

The hotel's restaurant, Restaurant 10. Kerros, serves breakfast and features a menu inspired by Finnish cuisine with an emphasis on sustainability. Guests can enjoy their meals while admiring panoramic views of Helsinki. In addition, there are various dining options nearby, including popular spots like the Millionaires Club and Casa Largo.

Leisure & Family

Leisure facilities at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki include a gym equipped for strength and aerobic training. The hotel also offers a sauna suite with magnificent views, making it suitable for both relaxation and meetings. Families can benefit from spacious rooms and services catered to children.

Location & Transportation

The hotel provides convenient access to public transportation, with the Helsinki Central Railway Station just a minute's walk away. Key attractions such as the Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art, National Museum, and the main Market Square are within walking distance. For visitors arriving by car, P-Eliel parking garage is available nearby.

“The hotel's location is unbeatable, just a short stroll from the central train station and surrounded by amazing restaurants and shops.”view full review

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“An excellent city hotel with amazing amenities and service.” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(9.0)

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 12 pm

Amenities

Public parking is possible at a location nearby at EUR 34 per day.

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Other information

All visitors are offered a buffet breakfast for a fee.

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets are allowed on request.

English, German, Swedish

Number of floors:10

Number of rooms:270

Former name

Sokos Hotel Vaakuna

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior Triple Twin

Max:

3 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

City view

Shower

Heating

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Standard Family Room

Max:

3 persons

29 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

City view

Shower

Heating

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Superior Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

Shower

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Helsinki100 m

Airports

Vantaa (HEL) 19.4 km

Train

Helsinki Central Station200 m

Underground

Central Railway100 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Comfortable Retreat

“The room was spacious and well-appointed, providing a relaxing atmosphere with luxurious thick curtains that blocked out daylight perfectly.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast buffet had an excellent selection for everyone, and I absolutely loved the freshly baked sourdough loaf!” view full review

Heated Bliss

“The heated floor in the bathroom was incredibly comforting, making my morning routine feel like a spa experience.” view full review

Pet-Friendly Floors

“I appreciated the fact that the hotel offered a pet-friendly floor, which reminded me of my own dog, making my stay feel welcoming.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Sauna

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Asema-Aukio 2, Helsinki, Finland, 00100

Map view

street view

Asema-Aukio 2, Helsinki, Finland, 00100

City landmarks

Square

Market Square

1.1 km

Church

Helsinki Cathedral

930 m

Church

Temppeliaukio Church

1.2 km

Park

The Esplanadi Park

750 m

Square

Senate Square

1.5 km

Museum

The National Museum of Finland

660 m

Market

Old Market Hall

1.1 km

Church

Uspenski Cathedral

1.5 km

Theme Park

Linnanmaki

2.5 km

Museum

Design Museum

1.1 km

Market

Hakaniemi Market Hall

1.5 km

Museum

Helsinki City Museum

1.0 km

Fountain

Havis Amanda

980 m

University

University of Helsinki

730 m

Event hall

Finlandia Hall

820 m

Sibeliuksen puisto

The Sibelius Monument

2.2 km

Pohjoisesplanadi 1 North Esplanade

Helsinki City Hall

1.0 km

Church

Old Church Park

800 m

Museum

Sinebrychoff Art Museum

1.3 km

Kaisaniemen puistokuja

Kajsaniemi

1.3 km

Park

Kaisaniemi botanic garden

1.3 km

Nearby

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma

370 m

Museum

Ateneum

320 m

Art object

Equestrian statue of Marshal Mannerheim

120 m

Mannerheimintie 30

Parliament of Finland

520 m

Museum

Finnish Museum of Natural History

500 m

Art object

The Three Smiths Statue

240 m

Museum

Amos Rex Art Museum

230 m

Aleksanterinkatu 52 B

Stockmann Department Store

350 m

Church

Kamppi Chapel of Silence

280 m

Restaurants

Restaurant Zetor

210 m

Mannerheimintie 3-5

Casa Largo

50 m

Asema-aukio 2

Vltava

190 m

Elielinaukio 2

Sokos

300 m

Mannerheimintie 9

Kaarna

170 m

Mannerheimintie 20

Cafe Java

130 m

Lasipalatsi Mannerheimintie 22-24

Hard Rock Cafe

330 m

Aleksanterinkatu 21

Restaurant Lasipalatsi

260 m

Mannerheimintie 22-24

Leonardo Cafe & Bistro

190 m

Kaivokatu 6

Social Burgerjoint

160 m

Kulmavuorenkatu 4

Haiku sushibuffet

270 m

Mannerheimintie 22-24

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great location

Helpful service

Small rooms

Limited dining options

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

7.8

Location

9.0

Service

8.8

Dining

7.4

Albert

United States, April 2024

8.6/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were small but very cozy, especially the ones with balconies offering a beautiful view. The patchy Wi-Fi in the room was a bit of a downside, but overall it was a delightful experience. The service was top-notch, with very friendly and helpful staff making my stay stress-free. The location was simply terrific, close to various attractions, museums, and restaurants, making it easy to explore the city. The dining experience was a bit disappointing in terms of variety, but the fantastic view made up for it. The facilities were great, enhancing my overall comfort and convenience.

Rooms

8.0

I found the rooms to be small but very cozy, especially the ones with balconies offering a beautiful view.

Service

9.0

The service was impeccable, with very friendly and helpful staff making my stay enjoyable.

Location

10.0

The location was fantastic, centrally located within walking distance of many attractions and with great access to public transportation.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were pretty extensive and clearly marked for special dietary needs, though I wish there were more choices, especially in coffee drinks.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were excellent, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

Sid

United Kingdom, December 2023

7.6/10

The hotel has nice rooms, but they are a bit small. The breakfast room staff could be more welcoming. The location is excellent, though some street activity was concerning.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were nice but somewhat small. The breakfast room staff came off as a little cold and rude.

Service

9.0

The service staff were extremely helpful, especially with assisting us with online flight check-ins and printing boarding passes.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a great location, just opposite the Central Station, providing excellent connections to anywhere. However, there were some concerning activities around the area.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was okay with limited vegan options.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had various facilities available to guests.

Great location

Small rooms

Margaret

United States, July 2023

8.6/10

My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The rooms were small but very comfortable and well-designed, with access to the terrace. The service was top-notch, the staff were friendly and very helpful. The location was excellent, right near the railway station. The dining experience was really good with a lot of variety to choose from. Overall, a great place to stay with some minor drawbacks.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were small but very comfortable and well-designed, with access to the terrace.

Service

9.0

The staff were friendly and very helpful.

Location

9.0

The location was excellent, right near the railway station.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was really good with a lot of variety to choose from.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were convenient and well-maintained.

Friendly staff

Small rooms

Adrian

United Kingdom, April 2023

8.4/10

I truly enjoyed my stay at the hotel. It offers spacious, tidy rooms with a lovely view from the 7th and 9th floors, equipped with everything from an iron to a shoe shine kit. The service was incredibly friendly and helpful, making me feel right at home. The location is fantastic, with easy access to museums, restaurants, and transportation options. The dining experience could use some improvement in terms of variety, but overall, a great value for the money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms on the 7th and 9th floors were spacious, tidy, and well-equipped with all the essentials.

Service

9.0

The service was very friendly and exceptionally helpful throughout my stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is wonderful, offering excellent connections to various attractions and transportation hubs.

Dining

7.0

Although the dining options were a bit limited, the food was delicious and satisfying.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were well-maintained and convenient during my stay.

Bert

United Kingdom, April 2023

8.0/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms had a wonderful view but felt a bit closed off from the atrium, giving an unpleasant feeling. The service was friendly and helpful, especially the young male receptionist, but it was disappointing that there were no rooms with terrace access for dog owners. The location was excellent, right across from Helsinki central station, though it was always crowded. The dining options offered a wide range of choices with a great view, making up for the lack of fresh air in the rooms.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms at the hotel had a wonderful view but felt closed off from the atrium, giving an unpleasant feeling.

Service

8.0

The service was friendly and helpful, especially the young male receptionist. It was a bit disappointing that there were no rooms with terrace access for dog owners.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was excellent, right across from Helsinki central station, making it easy to walk around to all the sites.

Dining

8.0

The dining options offered a wide range of choices with a great view.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel's facilities were well-maintained and enjoyable.