Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art, connected to a shopping center

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Exterior
Lounge
Rooftop terrace
Superior Room, 1 King Bed
Sauna

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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, Finlandia Hall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Helsinki Cathedral
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Queen

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room (extra bed possibility)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(72 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Twin Room (extra bed possibility)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Business Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (extra bed possibility)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Helsinki

Heart of Helsinki.A stay at this Helsinki City Centre hotel places you steps from Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art and within a 5-minute walk of Ateneum Art Museum. Helsinki Central Library Oodi and National Museum of Finland are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ateneum Art Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Senate Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Finlandia Hall - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Helsinki Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Rautatientori Station - 1 min walk
  • Helsinki (HEC-Helsinki Central Train Station) - 2 min walk
  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vltava - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪10. Kerros - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casa Largo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Olivia Central Station - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café Lasipalatsi - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

4-star hotel near Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art, connected to a shopping center
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There are 7 meeting rooms available. A sauna, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Helsinki hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 340 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1952
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki offers 340 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bidets, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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)

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

Things to do

  • Sauna
  • Shopping mall

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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

  • Pets: EUR 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 30 per night

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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

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

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki is 19.6 mi (42-min drive) away from the Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki on Jul 16, 2026 start from CA $179, 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.

Does Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki.

How close is Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki to the beach?

This hotel is 1.3 mi (12-min drive) from Hietaniemi Beach and 4.7 mi (28-min drive) from Hietaranta Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki offer free breakfast?

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Grand Casino Helsinki (5-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

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

Is there free parking at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 32 per day.

Does Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki have a pool?

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki does not have a pool.

Does Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki to downtown Helsinki?

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki is 0.1 mi away from Helsinki.

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 618 out of 1023 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 1023 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 1023 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1023 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1023 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Leena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay was great! Room was clean and comfortable, sauna was hot, and the breakfast buffet was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

maricar

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice comfortable, close to central station , safe
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the hotel. The location was perfect, the staff was wonderful and our room was very nice. The complementary breakfast was fantastic with so many choices. We had dinner in the dining room and both the service and food were excellent. I can’t imagine finding a hotel in Helsinki with better value for the money. It really set the tone for our trip to Helsinki.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Gramoz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Xenddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel property location is a walking distance to shopping center and many tourist attractions, breakfast was very good and the staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jude

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location next to the railway station. Room was clean & spacious. Comfortable bed & great views. Staff were very helpful & friendly. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Great staff. Great location from central train station & easy walkable distances to places/attractions. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Anna Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, clean, good breakfast, great location, nice sauna
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elva Jong Yu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room is clean and the location is perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

JIE

Good location, close to train, tram & shops. Staff are friendly, helpful and breakfast good too 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and easy to access. Market next to it is a life saver. Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hanna-Mari

Centrally located just next to the main train station, shopping area and restaurants. Love the breakfast with Finnish specialties such as rye bread, Karelian pie and porridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Slightly old fashioned but clean, friendly, nice restaurant and bar on 10th floor with great views. Very (very) easy from airport to central station by train. No more than 4-5 min walk station to hotel. Hotel well situated for central Helsinki sights and waterfront.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, handy to everything
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location - not only next to main train station but also has lots of tram and bus stops around. Also able to walk to places quite easily. Really enjoyed breakfast buffet - there were so many Finnish food dishes that we were able to try :)
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Haeseong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good location, friendly customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hairs in different places in the bathroom. The faucet was leaking water to the floor.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous as always, the superior room with the balcony was excellent: quiet, lovely and big, excellent light and a nice walk in shower well worth paying extra for. All hotel amenities were great, towels, robe slippers etc. Great sauna available free in the evenings or morning. Breakfast was superb, such a big selection and lovely views from the 10th floor. The location of this hotel is fantastic and allows ease of use for all of the city, easy to find straight out of the airport/ train to city with no real walking distance with luggage in the snow this is a bonus! 100% would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rezar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was quite big comparing other hotels room in Helsinki.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Randal

Good location. Good breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Abdelilah

Liked: Amenities
Great hotel, excellent location, very good service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
convenient location to sights and train
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Ping Wah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
staffs are friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025