Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

Hotels
Sokos Hotels
8.7 (2739 reviews)
Asema-aukio 2 , Helsinki , fi

Children allowed
Pets 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Outdated bathroom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Lack of daily housekeeping and outdated bathroom facilities.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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs EUR 32 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 15 years old stay for € 20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 2739 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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Tapsa solo_traveller fi
9
Pros:

Hotelli sijaitsee aivan rautatieaseman lähellä.
Hotelli on siisti ja hyvä aamupala.
Huone oli tosi iso ja parisänky isoin mitä olen hotelli visiiteillä nähnyt ja oli todella miellyttävä nukkua.
Mukava perheloma majoituksen suhteen.
Näkymät huoneesta aivan upeat.

Cons:

Meiltä vietiin viini joka oli meille varattu kerrospalvelijan toimesta.
Kaukosäädin oli rikki mutta se vaihdettiin joten siintä ei sen enempää.
Vessassa oli luultavasti lattiakaivon tai lavuaarin hajulukko likainen koska viemärin hajua tuli hieman kun wc tilaan meni.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Dean solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

Nice, clean efficient room with a nice view of the train station. Great breakfast in the 10th floor restaurant too.

Cons:

I arrived late due to a flight delay and the door was locked. Luckily my driver found the intercom and the opened the door

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Tanja couple de
8
Pros:

Zentrale Lage

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple au
10
The room was great, the view fabulous, the staff lovely. All felt smooth and relaxed and friendly.
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Masaki couple jp
10
非常に快適なホテルだった。
Pros:

ヘルシンキ中央駅から徒歩1分。石畳の道をスーツケース持って移動はなかなか大変。またタンペレやイッタラ村へ行くのに駅が近いのは大変便利だった。
朝食は非常に美味しかった。5泊したが飽きなかった。

Cons:

エレベーターは3基あるが5-6名でいっぱい。スーツケース持ってると2-3名でいっぱいなので、団体がチェックインした時にエレベーター待ちで大変な時があり注意が必要。

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Teija couple fi
8
2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Haider solo_traveller at
10
2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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alberto Antonio solo_traveller ar
9
Correctos pero no considerados.
Pros:

Todo estuvo muy bien. La habitacion y el desayuno excelentes.

Cons:

Nos equivocamos con la reserva y reservamos un dia de mas, avisamos 2 dias antes, cuando nos dimos cuenta. Nos lo cobraron igual. No es una queja porque no habiamos pagado para poder suspender, es simplemente para aclarar que son correctos pero no considerados.

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Renee couple us
9
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Pekka couple fi
10
loistava huone ja sijainti
Pros:

Aamiainen oli loistava

Cons:

en osaa sanoa

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Anthony couple au
10
2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Henry solo_traveller fi
9
2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Slavov extended_group bg
7
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Rauma couple fi
6
Pros:

sijainti

Cons:

tosi pieni huone

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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dk solo_traveller pl
9
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Delyan couple bg
9
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Elif solo_traveller pl
8
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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ANDREAN extended_group bg
8
Good hotel with great location
Pros:

Good location, suiatable to all attractions!

Cons:

1. A huge noise experienced from dogs in next room.
2. Windows must be made able to be opened.
3. Baths needs good cleaning. Find woman long hair in bath.
4. Staff needs to be more polite.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Heli solo_traveller fi
10
Pros:

Sijainti oli erinomainen, henkilökunta ystävällistä ja aamupala herkullista.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Keith solo_traveller gb
9
A comfortable hotel in a great location for transport and for the sights; excellent breakfast.
Pros:

Great location, particularly since we came into the railway station from the airport at midnight, and also because the tram to the Tallinn ferry that we were taking at the end of our stay went from a stop outside the railway station too. The hotel was also perfectly located to explore all the different areas of Helsinki, to the south, east, north and west. The top floor restaurant had great views, and the breakfast was excellent.

Cons:

The room was rather small, and the bathroom felt rather dated.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee