Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki – A Favorite for Families in Helsinki
About the Hotel
Rooms with Views
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki offers rooms ranging from Standard Queen to spacious suites. The SuperiorX suite on the top floor includes a balcony overlooking Mannerheimintie. Rooms feature a 200-cm-wide king-size bed, fold-down beds for extra guests, and city views. Décor includes original 1950s furniture by Erkki Huttunen and lighting by Paavo Tynell. Some rooms face the quieter courtyard.
Dining at 10th Floor
Restaurant 10. Kerros serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with panoramic views of Helsinki. The menu includes smoked shrimp and three-course meals. Tables are set by curved windows overlooking Mannerheimintie and Lasipalatsi. A children's menu is available. Guests can order in-room breakfast with coffee, tea, or cocoa.
Leisure & Nearby Attractions
The hotel provides access to a gym at Original Sokos Hotel Presidentti, with treadmills and free weights. Nearby Töölönlahti bay offers walking paths past Helsinki Music Centre and Finlandia Hall. The Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma is 500 meters away. Families can borrow scooters from reception for park visits.
Central Location & Transport
The hotel is next to Helsinki Central Railway Station. Tram #2 stops in front, connecting to Market Square (1.2 km) and West Harbour (3.2 km). P-Eliel parking garage is adjacent, with discounted rates for guests. The art deco Stockmann department store is steps away.
Family & Pet Services
Family suites accommodate up to 7 guests, with fold-down beds and Chromecast-equipped TVs. Children receive gift bags with slippers and candy. Pets are welcome for €15 per day, with chew bones and dog park info provided. Disabled-accessible rooms include motorized beds and adapted bathrooms.
Choose from a variety of room types
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Paid parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Sauna
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
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