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Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna

3.5 star property
Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and a sauna

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Reception
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Lounge

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Possentie 7, Hameenlinna, 13200
  • Place, Hämeenlinnan Taidemuseo
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hame Castle
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Aulanko Nature Reserve
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Twin Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Hameenlinna

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna is a short stroll from Hämeenlinnan Taidemuseo and Sairion ranta. This 123-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Hämeenlinnan Taidemuseo - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Palanderin Talo - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sibelius Childhood Home - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hame Castle - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Aulanko Nature Reserve - 7 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Hameenlinna Station - 3 min walk
  • Tampere (TMP-Pirkkala) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ravintola Iso Huvila - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Vanai Bistro & Bastu - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Marin Grilli - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Olutravintola Birger - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ravintola Bora - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna

Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and a sauna
Renovated in 2025, Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna offers a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Self parking is available for EUR 17 per night. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include conference space, a business center, and free use of bicycles.
55-inch TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, free newspapers, and safes. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 17 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Le Blason

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,615 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1989
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Renovated entire property - August 2025
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 17 per night
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Sokos Hotel Vaakuna
Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Hameenlinna
Sokos Vaakuna
Sokos Vaakuna Hameenlinna
Vaakuna
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Hameenlinna
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna?

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna?

As of Nov 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna on Dec 4, 2025 start from $149.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do around Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna?

This hotel is located in Hameenlinna, a short 5-minute walk from Hämeenlinnan Taidemuseo and also 14 minutes on foot from Sairion ranta. You'll also find Palanderin Talo and Sibelius Childhood Home less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna?

Yes, covered parking is offered for EUR 17 per night. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna include a casino?

No, Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside hotel include premium bedding and a rainfall showerhead along with a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna serves free buffet breakfast at Le Blason on weekday mornings.

Will Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna for a fee of EUR 15 per accommodation, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna.

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 410 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 410 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 410 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 410 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 410 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

TIMOTHY, Columbus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Marina, Tampa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
restaraunt was closed for dinner both nights we stayed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sameer

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location and restaurant were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best place in Hameelinna

Great staff, nice restaurant with good food. Close to shops and railway station. Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Chad

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel, beautiful location

I was welcomed with a very customer orientated front desk personnel, Hats off to them, they had the right person in the right position. Room was nice and beds were good also. Just a short walk to the city
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

6/10 Okay

Vesa, Salo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice location, walking distance from city center. No minibar was a surprise (negative). Tried 30mins to get screen sharing work with the TV without success, really bad. We spent previuous night in Tammer and their TV had chromecast which was very intuitive and took 1 minute to get it into use. Restaurant service was not good. We gave some feedback about overcooked salmon salad which had far too much mayo but told also that duck confit was nice. Waitress comment was that good that you got at least something to eat then.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

ADAM

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy and convenient place to stay. Found the food - had dinner and breakfast - both to be very good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Harish

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Not value for money...

Hotel is nicely located on the lake front and conveniently located at a walking distance from Rail Station and about 1 km from Town Market Square. Rooms are clean and we had good sleep but otherwise average with respect to the amenities provided for the price we paid. There was not even a tea/coffee arrangement in the room and hotel didn't even offer to provide when asked for. Room WiFi is slow and TV on WiFi goes into freeze and buffering frequently. Breakfast is good but you will get reminders to hurry up as it approaches 10 am. There was no dinner/bar available as both the restaurants were closed even on a Saturday weekend evening forcing us to go outside walking in the rain for dinner in the Market Square and back in rain.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Splendid service

Very nice reception personnel and helpful staff at the hotel restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hamalinen trip

Nice hotel , perfect is you are in the area either for business or holiday Tasty breakfast and nice rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful landscape, some things could be improved

The hotel location is very beautiful and staff was kind. However, the bed could be more comfortable. I would also like to have a small fridge and water boiler in the room. And restaurant is closed at lunch time during week and sundays night, for someone working late and weekends, it is not very practical that restaurant is closed and there are not a lot of options close to hotel.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely lake view hotel

Group of six travellers - great rooms & service. Sauna was fantastic.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Perfect for weekend get away from the capitol.

Nice cozy little city. Restaurants and city center within walking distance (7 min walk) Hotel with amazing view. Minor note was we asked for double bed and got two single together.

8/10 Good

Pedro

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly Hotel

The staff were very friendly and the hotel has had its restaurant updated since my last stay making it comfortable and welcoming...

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel for most of the year

We stayed overnight after a visit to see the city and the castle of Hämeenlinna. The room was comfortable and clean, the only complaint was that the windows were not openable, and the air conditioner was mildly weak, so we couldn't get a good air circulation going, and it was a bit stuffy.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel

We spent a night here, clean and comfortable room, good breakfast, 10-15 minute walk to city centre and restaurants

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Good stop on a touring holiday

good standard chain hotel fairly centrally locatedlocatedc

8/10 Good

Roope, Järvenpää

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Drinking holiday

Drinking with friends. Nice stay!

8/10 Good

Jyrki, Helsinki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay at Vaakuna

Room was clean and comfortable. The only bit annoying thing was that the roomdoor wasn't very sound proof and you could hear noises from the corridor quite loud. Breakfast was good, not exceptional but good basic stuff. Staff were friendly and everything went swiftly. Food in the restaurant was good as well.

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