Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

4.0 star property
Pet-friendly Helsinki hotel connected to a shopping center, steps from Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art

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Exterior
Superior Twin Room (extra bed possibility) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Meeting facility
Rooftop terrace
Lounge

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Asema-Aukio 2, Helsinki, 00100
  • Place, Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Senate Square
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Helsinki Cathedral
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Queen

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room (extra bed possibility)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(66 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room (extra bed possibility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Business Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (extra bed possibility)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 3

Business Romance Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room (Extra Bed Possibility)

  • Sleeps 3

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior King Room - Extra Bed Possibility

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Helsinki

Located in Helsinki City Centre, Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki is adjacent to Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Ateneum Art Museum. This 340-room, 4-star hotel has free breakfast and a restaurant, along with free in-room WiFi. Centrally located in Helsinki, the hotel is connected to a shopping center and also a short walk from Helsinki Central Library Oodi and National Museum of Finland.

What's nearby

  • Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ateneum Art Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Helsinki Central Library Oodi - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Senate Square - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Helsinki Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Rautatieasema Station - 2 min walk
  • Helsinki Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vltava - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casa Largo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪10. Kerros - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Olivia Central Station - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pino - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

Pet-friendly Helsinki hotel connected to a shopping center, steps from Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art
Guests of Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki enjoy a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Self parking is offered for EUR 32 per day. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include express check-out, free newspapers, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and bidets. Minibars, electric kettles, and free newspapers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking; discounts available
  • Self parking on site (EUR 32 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 10 Kerros

Things to do

  • Sauna
  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • 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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1952
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 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.

  • Self parking fee: EUR 32 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

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.

Property is also known as

Sokos Hotel Vaakuna
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Vaakuna
Vaakuna Sokos Hotel
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Jan 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki on Jan 6, 2026 start from $160.49, 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 can I see around Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

This hotel is situated in Helsinki City Centre, just steps from Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art and Amos Rex, and within a short walk of Stockmann. You'll also find National Theater and Helsinki Music Centre less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 32 per day.

Does Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki have a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a soaking tub, a minibar, and premium bedding.

Does Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki serves free buffet breakfast at 10 Kerros each morning.

Will Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

The closest major airport to Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki is Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), which is 12.4 mi away (40 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy city or courtyard views.

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 573 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 322 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1008 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, and great views from the breakfast. The only disappointment that the breakfast no longer had smoked salmon available.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful room with nice size balcony, and great view of the city. Great breakfast buffet! Central train station is very close by and easy access to public transportation! There are also plenty of grocery stores within walking distance. Variety of dining restaurants are lacking, but there are plenty for a quick bite.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

David, Dallas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is a throwback to the 70s. Has not been updated since the Nixon administration. I really didn’t mind the old style, it was kind of charming actually. I did mind the fact that the tub drain wasn’t positioned properly and all the water draining from the tub wound up on the floor during my wife’s shower. I know it’s not my problem, but I can’t allow water to gratuitously drain on the floor….anyone’s floor. I was vexed by this problem. Luckily I have plumbing skills and I was able to take the two plates off of the access portion and I noticed that the pvc drainpipe from the tub was not squarely positioned over the separate floor drain. I carefully nudged the tub’s drain pipe so its end became positioned over that floor drain. Bingo! The problem was solved. The tub water then drained properly. No runs, drips or errors. I didn’t have to bug the staff and I was quite proud of myself for fixing it. That’s the German blood in me I suppose. If you want towels replaced, you need to pre-arrange that at the front desk. My wife was informed that she should have arranged this originally at check in. I think it was a bit of eco-shaming. Overall, the hotel has good karma I believe. Finland is a bit behind the times, but it’s all quite charming. We ate a reindeer for dinner in a nearby restaurant. There were many restaurants present in the surrounding area of the hotel. The Bolt/Uber is a bit crazy just outside of the hotel, but just send the driver a message you are at Sokos.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Corner of the building 6th floor “Railway station view room” was a stretch when the view was from side window and rest of the windows faced building across the road and room was on top of the tram line. Room itself was great, superior king, lots of space and nice retro vibe. Inside the hotel and hallways were quiet BUT trams outside kept me up and woke me up during the three night stay. Breakfast was sufficient and view from 10th room restaurant great. Special thank you to Adalina at front desk. We appreciated your help on the day we checked out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

DIANA

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

Super convenient

Amazing location. All the transportation options are at your door and you can easily walk to the Olympic Stadium. Great breakfast selection.
View from room on 8th floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
convenient location to sights and train
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Walking distance to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Dallas

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfortable and just across from the central train station, making it cery easy to do day trips. Also, saved on taxi fare to and from thecairport. This was my 2nd time staying at this hotel.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Luis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El hotel esta muy bien ubicado dentro de la zona turistica y para comprar El servicio es bueno pero se puede mejorar
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdelilah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great hotel, excellent location, very good service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The decor in our room was gorgeous. It felt so luxurious. Breakfast was a great buffet. Very accessible to the trains/transit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Original Sokos Vaakuna is a gem near the train station in Helsinki. The decor is charmingly restored vintage, everything I. Great condition. Very worthwhile to get a superior room on the 9th floor for amazing views and your own balcony overlooking the city. The 10th floor bar has even more incredible views with slightly higher than average cocktail prices but totally worth it. You can order a few menu items there at the bar and I recommend the creamy salmon soup- a good portion of grilled salmon with cooked vegetables in a milk and butter broth. The location is great for arriving by train (or by commuter train from the airport) and for walks to the Esplanadi, the waterfront, shopping and dining and to the design district.
View from my room
Creamy Salmon Soup and Aperol Spritz from the 10th floor bar
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Werner

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
4.5 stars. Bad about this hotel is no pool and fitness facility. But you can walk 5 minutes across the street to use the facilities ant the Presidentti at no charge. Ice is only available from the bar in the restaurant on the 10th floor, and a server isn’t there all the time. Wifi is free but weak and patchy. Standard rooms are very small such that 2 guests would be tripping over one another. Bathroom is tiny with no counter space. Else, very convenient location with lots of shopping, eating and sightseeing opportunities within walking distance. Close to several public transportation hubs (bus, train and streetcar). Also a great pickup spot in front of the hotel main entrance for taxi or ride share pickup. I would highly recommend staying here and would not hesitate to stay again if in a larger room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Close to railway station and trams. Room was quiet and comfortable with view overlooking the streets below. Would certainly stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kit Min, Singapore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great location! The hotel is directly opposite the train station to the airport, as well as beside the metro & trams to other parts of Helsinki. It's within walking distance to many food options, shopping, cafes & more. The room was very spacious, comfortable and the breakfast was wonderful as well. The staff were friendly and helpful to answer any questions I had. Would gladly stay here again the next time I'm in Helsinki!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location! No more than a 10 minute walk from anywhere! Front desk personnel extraordinarily friendly. Very comfortable bedding. An absolute must if comfort and convenience matter to you
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location next to the railway station!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Excellent centrally located hotel

The only problem, in an otherwise excellent stay, was the hot water which was sometimes only luke warm. The location of the hotel couldn't be better.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I reserved the 2 double beds with the 3rd bed option for my stay. The room had a "courtyard view" (i.e., overlooking the mall); it was quiet, spacious, spotless, had a nice sitting area, and the bathroom featured a deep soaking tub. Other room amenities included a mini fridge, coffee maker, safe, iron & board, desk, and generous clothing storage. I was not given a bathrobe or slippers - perhaps my room wasn't of that class? I didn't ask for them, either, as it simply wasn't that important to me, but YMMV. The breakfast was a bit chaotic during the weekend, but that isn't unusual. There were many options for vegetarian/vegan and gluten-free, as well as the usual fare. The sauna was delightful. If the opening hours were extended (earlier, later, or both) and morning hours were available for weekdays, I'd have used it more than I did. The hotel itself was very nice, looked well-maintained, and was clean. The staff were wonderful from check-in to check-out, and I appreciate that they extended my checkout time without fuss when I inquired, especially given that my request was last-minute. Proximity to Helsingin päärautatieasema was important as well. I didn't eat at Restaurant 10. Kerros, but Casa Largo was wonderful. Hesburger was wonderful as always; S-Market was a huge bonus, as was their huge assortment of Long Drink. Overall, my stay was excellent, and I would stay here again in the future. Kiitos!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025