Free cancellation before 14:00 on 18 September 2025
Cancellation
Free cancellation before 14:00 on 18 September 2025
You may cancel free of charge until 14:00 on the day of arrival. If you cancel after 14:00 on the day of arrival, the cancellation fee will be the cost of the first night. If you don't show up, the no-show fee will be the same as the cancellation fee.
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About this property
This elegant hotel is next to Helsinki Central Station, 5 minutes’ walk from the Esplanadi shopping streets. It offers a rooftop terrace, in-room flat-screen TVs, plus free sauna and WiFi access.
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki was built for the 1952 Olympics and is set in a heritage-listed building. The rooms include air conditioning, a minibar and modern décor.
The stylish á la carte restaurant offers a mix of Finnish and international dishes. After-dinner drinks can be enjoyed in the bar, which offers magnificent views of Helsinki’s bustling city centre.
The friendly staff is happy to provide tourist information and other services.
Housed in the same building is Sokos Department Store, where guests enjoy a 10 % discount.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
Situated in the real heart of Helsinki, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.8
Top pick by families with children
Breakfast info
Buffet
Rooms with:
City view
Loyal customers
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
Availability
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Sustainability
This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
Green Key (FEE)
Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.8
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Guests who stayed here loved
Roberto
Mexico
“This hotel is fantastic, I absolutely loved my stay! It’s perfectly located near most attractions, the rooms and facilities are excellent, breakfast was delicious, and the staff were incredibly friendly.”
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Audrey
United Kingdom
“We stayed on a friend’s recommendation. The location was excellent as was the decor. Breakfast was included and very good.”
O
Olga_italy
Italy
“The hotel is located inside a beautiful historic building, in the heart of Helsinki and just beside the main train station. The interiors are neat, wide, elegant, quiet. The family room was large, comfy, neatly decorated, with a beautiful view on...”
Maria
Chile
“The location, The beautiful room and the breakfast”
Leinonen
Australia
“The location was more perfect than perfect!! The staff was friendly and helpful. The breakfast was all that we hoped for. Brilliant!!”
J
Jennifer
Australia
“Right in the heart of the city, and sparkling clean.”
K
Kenneth
United Kingdom
“The staff were friendly and helpful. Treated you with respect.”
S
Sophie
United Kingdom
“Location perfect. Central. It’s across the street from the train station and Atheneum and a short walking distance from nearly all buildings listed for sightseeing and the market square where boat trips depart and shops and restaurants. Couldn’t...”
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Audrey
United Kingdom
“Proximity to rail station with excellent cheap connection to airport and within reasonable walking distance to harbour.
Fabulous sauna, friendly staff and above a good coffee shop.”
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Nick
United Kingdom
“Location opposite central railway station is perfect.
Very comfortable bed.
Sauna facilities are excellent.
Fabulous breakfast.
Friendly accommodating staff.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
10.Kerros
Cuisine
Local
Open for
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
Ambiance
Modern
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of € 50 is required on arrival. That's about US$58. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
BankcardCash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
When booking 10 or more rooms, or for more than 11 persons, different policies and additional supplements apply.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
A damage deposit of € 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
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Green Key (FEE)
Mexico“This hotel is fantastic, I absolutely loved my stay! It’s perfectly located near most attractions, the rooms and facilities are excellent, breakfast was delicious, and the staff were incredibly friendly.”
United Kingdom“We stayed on a friend’s recommendation. The location was excellent as was the decor. Breakfast was included and very good.”
Italy“The hotel is located inside a beautiful historic building, in the heart of Helsinki and just beside the main train station. The interiors are neat, wide, elegant, quiet. The family room was large, comfy, neatly decorated, with a beautiful view on...”
Maria
Chile“The location, The beautiful room and the breakfast”
Australia“The location was more perfect than perfect!! The staff was friendly and helpful. The breakfast was all that we hoped for. Brilliant!!”
