Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki is a distinguished 4-star hotel boasting 332 rooms, located right next to Helsinki Central Station. This elegant property, set in a heritage-listed building constructed for the 1952 Olympics, offers guests a unique blend of historical charm and modern comfort. Just a five-minute stroll away lies the vibrant Esplanadi shopping streets, making it an ideal base for exploring the heart of Finland’s capital.

Beyond its immediate surroundings, guests will find Sokos Department Store housed within the same building, where they can enjoy a special 10% discount. The hotel’s central location provides easy access to numerous city attractions and excellent transport links through Helsinki Central Station.

Rooms at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna feature air conditioning and are designed with contemporary décor. Each spacious accommodation includes one or two beds depending on the room type, with options ranging from double and twin rooms to suites featuring separate living areas. All rooms come equipped with private bathrooms complete with showers or bathtubs, bidets, hairdryers, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Guests will appreciate amenities such as flat-screen TVs offering streaming services like Netflix, minibars, tea and coffee makers including electric kettles and coffee machines as well as work desks and comfortable bedding including feather or synthetic pillows.

The hotel provides several facilities aimed at enhancing guest comfort including free WiFi throughout the property plus portable Wi-Fi hotspots available in rooms. A rooftop terrace offers stunning city views while wellness amenities include access to sauna facilities free of charge. Dining options feature a stylish á la carte restaurant serving Finnish and international dishes alongside a bar perfect for after-dinner drinks overlooking bustling Helsinki center. Additional services comprise daily housekeeping, laundry, dry cleaning, luggage storage, parking facilities including an underground garage with electric vehicle charging stations, lift access to upper floors, smoke detectors, iron/ironing board availability along with ironing service, safety deposit boxes in-room plus around-the-clock front desk assistance.