Guest Reviews of Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki
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Guest User
Standard Twin Room (Extra Bed Possibility)
Stayed in Jul 2026
Family
12 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Aug 7, 2026
The room is spacious and the location is excellent. It's incredibly convenient for transportation, just a 2-3 minute walk from the train station, which is right across the street. There's a bus stop right outside, and several malls nearby. Downstairs, you'll find a 24-hour supermarket, shops, and restaurants.
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K Terra
Standard Twin Room (Extra Bed Possibility)
Stayed in Jul 2026
Travelling with friends
2 reviews
9.5/10
Amazing
Posted on Aug 7, 2026
The room was spacious and clean. Its location near the Central Railway Station makes it very convenient for visiting various attractions. Downstairs, there's direct access to a shopping mall and a 24-hour supermarket. The breakfast ingredients were fresh, and the dining area was clean and comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay here again if I visit Helsinki.
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CreativeJewelry
Standard Queen Room
Stayed in May 2026
Solo traveller
9 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Jun 27, 2026
The room was quite spacious and very clean. Most importantly, the hotel's location is excellent, right opposite the Central Station, surrounded by numerous shopping malls and museums. It's convenient for getting anywhere. The front desk staff were very friendly, and the breakfast was also good. Highly recommended.
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K$W
Standard King Room
Stayed in Jan 2026
Family
19 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Feb 11, 2026
Perfect location to loads of restaurants/ cafe / fast food. Directly opposite the train station that service VR train to various parts of Finland. There is also a link department store and 24 hours supermarket. Highly recommended
Anonymous User
Superior Queen
Stayed in Jul 2026
Family
18 reviews
9.5/10
Amazing
Posted on Aug 13, 2026
Located in front of the central station, it is peefect to go anywhere by train, bus or tram. The room is not so big, but it is enough to have a rest.
Guest User
Standard Twin Room (Extra Bed Possibility)
Stayed in Jun 2026
Family
7 reviews
8.0/10
Very good
Posted on Jul 31, 2026
It is quite near the central train station, there are a lot of shopping centres nearby. The room is big for 3 persons. However housekeeping is only done when you told to do. Even you mention you need housekeeping, they may firget yo do.
Guest User
Standard Twin Room (Extra Bed Possibility)
Stayed in Jun 2026
Family
12 reviews
8.0/10
Very good
Posted on Jul 17, 2026
Hotel is high accessible to most points of interest in the city centre. The provision of free sauna is a bonus; will be even better if opening hours can be lengthened to cover at the morning session.
Guest User
Standard Twin Room (Extra Bed Possibility)
Stayed in Nov 2025
Family
49 reviews
9.5/10
Amazing
Posted on Dec 24, 2025
The hotel boasts an excellent location, directly opposite Helsinki Central Railway Station, with superb public transport links right outside, making it incredibly convenient to get anywhere. The restaurant on the tenth floor features a panoramic terrace, offering breathtaking views of the entire city of Helsinki.
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Guest User
Standard Twin Room
Stayed in May 2026
Travelling with friends
28 reviews
8.0/10
Very good
Posted on Jun 24, 2026
The hotel is super close to the main train station, literally right across the street, about a 5-minute walk. They offer a good breakfast with a wide variety of options, and there's a big supermarket downstairs. It's really convenient for getting around and finding food.
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Yuniqueyuni
Standard Twin Room (Extra Bed Possibility)
Stayed in Nov 2025
Family
11 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Jan 15, 2026
Amazing location, just across central station and very easy to get around the city, near to all the shops and walking distance to main attractions.
Breakfast has great selection and i love the pancake so much!
Room is very spacious and has great city view.
The reception service were also exceptional, very welcoming and friendly even gave us recommendation on local places.
Anonymous User
Standard King Room
Stayed in Sep 2025
Business traveller
1 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Oct 28, 2025
Location is superb, as in the city center, in front of Helsinki Central station. Easy access to every where.
Guest User
Superior Twin Room
Stayed in Mar 2026
Business traveller
6 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on May 16, 2026
The room is very close to the train station, making transportation incredibly convenient. The environment and the various spaces and facilities inside the room are also excellent.
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Guest User
Standard Queen Room
Stayed in Jul 2025
Solo traveller
2 reviews
9.5/10
Amazing
Posted on Aug 22, 2025
Top location top quality hotel real class and one of the most beautiful russian ladies I have ever met on reception.
Phjphj
Standard Twin Room (Extra Bed Possibility)
Stayed in Jan 2026
Family
13 reviews
9.5/10
Amazing
Posted on Feb 19, 2026
There are no amenities but very neat and cozy with beautiful view day and night. Don’t forget to bring your slippers and bath gowns along with teeth brushes, then you will be fine. Don’t miss their exquisite breakfast with a sun rising.
Yogavally Rajamorganan
Standard Twin Room (Extra Bed Possibility)
Stayed in Jun 2025
Family
17 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Jul 9, 2025
This amazing hotel is centrally located, very spacious, clean, the lady in the reception gave a room with view, it's amazing to wake up to Helsinki town view for two morning
Breakfast was good with good variety of food, I get to try the local delicacy
It is centrally located, all the attraction is well within walking distance or tram ride away
Will definitely stay again if I get the chance