Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

Great stay. Walking distance to everything.

Room was comfortable and just across from the central train station, making it cery easy to do day trips. Also, saved on taxi fare to and from thecairport. This was my 2nd time staying at this hotel.

El hotel esta muy bien ubicado dentro de la zona turistica y para comprar El servicio es bueno pero se puede mejorar

Great hotel, excellent location, very good service

The decor in our room was gorgeous. It felt so luxurious. Breakfast was a great buffet. Very accessible to the trains/transit.

Original Sokos Vaakuna is a gem near the train station in Helsinki. The decor is charmingly restored vintage, everything I. Great condition. Very worthwhile to get a superior room on the 9th floor for amazing views and your own balcony overlooking the city. The 10th floor bar has even more incredible views with slightly higher than average cocktail prices but totally worth it. You can order a few menu items there at the bar and I recommend the creamy salmon soup- a good portion of grilled salmon with cooked vegetables in a milk and butter broth. The location is great for arriving by train (or by commuter train from the airport) and for walks to the Esplanadi, the waterfront, shopping and dining and to the design district.

4.5 stars. Bad about this hotel is no pool and fitness facility. But you can walk 5 minutes across the street to use the facilities ant the Presidentti at no charge. Ice is only available from the bar in the restaurant on the 10th floor, and a server isn’t there all the time. Wifi is free but weak and patchy. Standard rooms are very small such that 2 guests would be tripping over one another. Bathroom is tiny with no counter space. Else, very convenient location with lots of shopping, eating and sightseeing opportunities within walking distance. Close to several public transportation hubs (bus, train and streetcar). Also a great pickup spot in front of the hotel main entrance for taxi or ride share pickup. I would highly recommend staying here and would not hesitate to stay again if in a larger room.

Great location. Close to railway station and trams. Room was quiet and comfortable with view overlooking the streets below. Would certainly stay there again.

What a great location! The hotel is directly opposite the train station to the airport, as well as beside the metro & trams to other parts of Helsinki. It's within walking distance to many food options, shopping, cafes & more. The room was very spacious, comfortable and the breakfast was wonderful as well. The staff were friendly and helpful to answer any questions I had. Would gladly stay here again the next time I'm in Helsinki!

Perfect location! No more than a 10 minute walk from anywhere! Front desk personnel extraordinarily friendly. Very comfortable bedding. An absolute must if comfort and convenience matter to you

Great location next to the railway station!

The only problem, in an otherwise excellent stay, was the hot water which was sometimes only luke warm. The location of the hotel couldn't be better.

I reserved the 2 double beds with the 3rd bed option for my stay. The room had a "courtyard view" (i.e., overlooking the mall); it was quiet, spacious, spotless, had a nice sitting area, and the bathroom featured a deep soaking tub. Other room amenities included a mini fridge, coffee maker, safe, iron & board, desk, and generous clothing storage. I was not given a bathrobe or slippers - perhaps my room wasn't of that class? I didn't ask for them, either, as it simply wasn't that important to me, but YMMV. The breakfast was a bit chaotic during the weekend, but that isn't unusual. There were many options for vegetarian/vegan and gluten-free, as well as the usual fare. The sauna was delightful. If the opening hours were extended (earlier, later, or both) and morning hours were available for weekdays, I'd have used it more than I did. The hotel itself was very nice, looked well-maintained, and was clean. The staff were wonderful from check-in to check-out, and I appreciate that they extended my checkout time without fuss when I inquired, especially given that my request was last-minute. Proximity to Helsingin päärautatieasema was important as well. I didn't eat at Restaurant 10. Kerros, but Casa Largo was wonderful. Hesburger was wonderful as always; S-Market was a huge bonus, as was their huge assortment of Long Drink. Overall, my stay was excellent, and I would stay here again in the future. Kiitos!

Great hotel in a fantastic location! The room was small, which we expected, but the balcony was huge! We could walk anywhere in 10-15 minutes. Fantastic breakfast! Highly recommend.

It’s good

Amazing stay

Old fashioned with small lifts and long walks to rooms. Old bathrooms. Restricted electricity plugs so need specific sized as well type of connectors, but reception very helpful.

Old hotel, but rooms are spacious. Very good restaurant with excellent breakfast

Convenient to my places of interest.VERY helpful staff. Great breakfast.

Nice hotel with a view to the city center. Staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast buffet is great. Close to area attractions.