Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

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Sokos Hotels
8.7 (2931 reviews)
Asema-aukio 2 , Helsinki , FI
+358 20 1234610

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Great breakfast
Cons:
Outdated bathroom
Cold room

Categories

Cleanliness
7.44
Lack of daily housekeeping and outdated bathroom facilities.
Service
9.41
Reception staff were very welcoming and helpful.
Location
9.95
Brilliant location opposite the train station and close to events.
Room Quality
7.4
Room had thin mattresses and was cold, not as expected.
Amenities
8.43
Ability to leave luggage on-site in a shared room.
Value for Money
8.39
Overall experience aligns with price, but some areas could improve.
Food and Beverage
9.44
Breakfast was excellent with good variety.
Overall Experience
9.11
Enjoyed the stay despite some room and cleanliness issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 19:11

Property Description

Luxurious Stay in the Heart of Helsinki

Rooftop Terrace and Modern Amenities
Experience the charm of Helsinki at our elegant hotel with a rooftop terrace offering stunning views. Relax in soundproofed rooms with flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, and complimentary WiFi. Unwind in the free sauna after a day of exploring the nearby Esplanadi shopping streets.

Culinary Delights and Spectacular Views
Indulge in a culinary journey at our stylish á la carte restaurant, serving a fusion of Finnish and international cuisine. Sip on after-dinner drinks at the bar while admiring magnificent views of Helsinki’s city centre.

Convenience and Exceptional Service
Benefit from our prime location next to Helsinki Central Station and the Sokos Department Store. Our friendly staff is dedicated to ensuring your stay is memorable, offering tourist information and a range of services. Book now for a truly unforgettable Helsinki experience at Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: HEL

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 2931 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.44
Service: 9.41
Location: 9.95
Room Quality: 7.4
Amenities: 8.43
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 9.44
Overall Experience: 9.11
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Conor • couple • ie
10
Fantastic
Pros:

Breakfast and staff

Cons:

Room was a bit warm

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Shervin • solo_traveller • ir
9
Pros:

Perfect location

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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MINAKO • family_with_children • jp
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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elisabeth • extended_group • fi
9
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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MOTOURA • couple • jp
8
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Claudia • solo_traveller • at
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
진우 • extended_group • kr
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • couple • au
9
Well worth the drive
Pros:

Great location, clean, fantastic breakfast buffet

Cons:

Very small bathroom, check in took forever

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Shervin • solo_traveller • ir
9
Pros:

Perfect location

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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TUVIA • couple • il
9
Pros:

room was too small! breakfast was excellent and location was extremely good

Cons:

too small room

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Fedde • couple • nl
9
Pros:

Het hotel ligt midden in de stad, op loopafstand van de meeste bezienswaardigheden. De kamer was prima en het ontbijt op de bovenste etage, met uitzicht, was geweldig.

Cons:

niets

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Park • couple • gb
7
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Tanja • solo_traveller • fi
9
Pros:

Sisustuksesta 50 -60:luvulta

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Jo • couple • be
9
Fantastisch verblijf met geweldig mooi uitzicht over de stad
Pros:

De locatie was TOP- wij houden van de mid century look en inrichting van het hotel

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Elsa • solo_traveller • pt
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Hasan Gökhan • solo_traveller • tr
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Ralf • solo_traveller • ch
8
würden wir wieder buchen 👍
Pros:

Tolle Aussicht vom Zimmer aus auf den Bahnhof und ein tolles Frühstück

Cons:

Mit viel Gepäck ist der Zugang zu Hotel etwas erschwert

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Jenni • solo_traveller • fi
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Hasan Gökhan • solo_traveller • tr
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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RIKA • solo_traveller • jp
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee