Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

$$$$||View on mapHelsinki, FinlandAsema-Aukio 2, Helsinki, Finland, 00100|
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Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki
Asema-Aukio 2, Helsinki, Finland, 00100·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Location9.7
Staff9.2
Comfort9.0
Cleanliness8.8
Free WiFi8.8
Who stays here
Families34%
Couples30%
Solo19%
Groups15%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Location9.7
Staff9.2
Comfort9.0
Cleanliness8.8
Free WiFi8.8
Who stays here
Families34%
Couples30%
Solo19%
Groups15%

4-star city hotel with rooftop terrace and direct access to Helsinki Central Station

Location & History

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki sits opposite Helsinki Central Station, a 2-minute walk from trains and trams. The building dates to the 1952 Olympics and preserves its original art deco design. Within walking distance are Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art and the National Museum of Finland.

Accommodations

The hotel offers family suites that accommodate larger groups, along with pet-friendly rooms for guests traveling with pets. Room types include standard twin, superior triple, and standard family rooms, some with balconies overlooking the city. Complimentary room upgrades are available for eligible guests based on availability.

Dining & Wellness

Breakfast is served on the 10th-floor rooftop restaurant with views over Helsinki's city centre. The on-site restaurant offers local and international dishes, including vegetarian and gluten-free options. Guests can use the sauna and fitness room, and the hotel hosts temporary art galleries.

Family & Pet-Friendly

Family rooms are spacious and the hotel provides a minimarket on site for convenience. Pets are allowed in designated rooms, with pet bowls and baskets provided. The building connects directly to the Sokos department store and a 24-hour grocery store.

Business & Sustainability

The hotel has a business centre with fax and photocopying services and offers electric vehicle charging stations in its parking garage. Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki holds Green Key and Sustainable Travel Finland certifications. Business travellers benefit from the 24-hour front desk and direct access to public transport.

  • Location: Next to Helsinki Central Station, 2-minute walk
  • Rooms: Family suites and pet-friendly rooms with city views
  • Dining: 10th-floor rooftop breakfast with panoramic views
  • Wellness: Sauna and fitness room access
  • Services: Business centre, EV charging, luggage storage
  • Sustainability: Green Key and Sustainable Travel Finland certified
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
All visitors are offered a buffet breakfast for a fee. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Swedish
Building
Number of floors:10
Number of rooms:332
Former name
Sokos Hotel Vaakuna
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Business Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • City view
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Non-smoking
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Spa and relaxation

Sauna

Laundry

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

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 view

  • City view
  • Courtyard view

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
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Essential information about Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

💵 Lowest room price 72 £
📏 Distance to centre 100 m
✈️ Distance to airport 19.4 km
🧳 Nearest airport Vantaa, HEL

Location

Asema-Aukio 2, Helsinki, Finland, 00100
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Asema-Aukio 2, Helsinki, Finland, 00100
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Asema-Aukio 2, Helsinki, Finland, 00100
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Museum
Ateneum
320 m
Museum
Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma
370 m
Theatre
Swedish Theatre
480 m
Event hall
Helsinki Music Centre
560 m
Mannerheimintie 30
Parliament of Finland
520 m
Art object
Equestrian statue of Marshal Mannerheim
120 m
Museum
Finnish Museum of Natural History
500 m
Art object
The Three Smiths Statue
240 m
Church
Kamppi Chapel of Silence
280 m
Museum
Amos Rex Art Museum
230 m
Restaurant
Restaurant Zetor
210 m
Restaurant
Casa Largo
50 m
Restaurant
Vltava
190 m
Restaurant
Sokos
300 m
Restaurant
Kaarna
170 m
Restaurant
Cafe Java
130 m
Restaurant
Hard Rock Cafe
330 m
Restaurant
Restaurant Lasipalatsi
260 m
Restaurant
Leonardo Cafe & Bistro
190 m
Restaurant
Social Burgerjoint
160 m
Restaurant
Haiku sushibuffet
270 m

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FAQ about Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

What popular attractions are closest to Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?
Guests of Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki can visit Grand Casino Helsinki (a 6-minute stroll from the accommodation), or Finnish Museum of Natural History placed 7 minutes' walk away.
Does this elegant hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, this elegant hotel provides parking spaces nearby.
Is there any public transport near the elegant 4-star Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki hotel?
Yes, there is Kaivokatu bus stop located within short walking distance of the elegant 4-star Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki hotel and Central Railway metro station set 5 minutes' walk away.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the elegant 4-star Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?
Guests of the elegant 4-star Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-8/10 according to reviews-bar Hard Rock Cafe offering American cuisine.
Does the elegant 4-star Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the elegant 4-star Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What payment methods are accepted in the elegant 4-star Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?
At the elegant 4-star Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki, guests can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the elegant 4-star Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki hotel comprise?
The elegant 4-star Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki hotel provides such room types as Standard King Room, Standard Queen Room, and Superior Triple Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the elegant 4-star Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?
Most rooms at the elegant 4-star Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki include complimentary wireless internet and a cable flat-screen TV and feature private bathrooms with hairdryers and bathrobes. At the same time, all suites boast soundproof windows as well as a work desk.
Which facilities does the elegant 4-star Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki hotel provide?
Top locations of the elegant 4-star Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki hotel include a convenience store and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security.
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