Title: Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki Pet-friendly Helsinki hotel connected to a shopping centre, steps from Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art ## Photo gallery for Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki ![Exterior - Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki (Helsinki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/9ad937d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Meeting facility - Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki (Helsinki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/830c3c98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge - Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki (Helsinki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/9afc32a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Twin Room (extra bed possibility) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk - Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki (Helsinki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/2251ad28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Rooftop terrace - Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki (Helsinki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/1e3e5203.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki is centrally located, offering a complimentary breakfast buffet at 10 Kerros restaurant. Enjoy the on-site grocery store, relaxing sauna, terrace access, attentive staff, and free WiFi. The Ateneum Art Museum is just steps away. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Bar - Parking available - Room service - Pet-friendly £122 includes taxes & fees 21 Dec - 22 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 10 - Dec 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=23753&PinnedHotelID=23753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=23753&PinnedHotelID=23753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 11 - Dec 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=23753&PinnedHotelID=23753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=23753&PinnedHotelID=23753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=23753&PinnedHotelID=23753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=23753&PinnedHotelID=23753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=23753&PinnedHotelID=23753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=23753&PinnedHotelID=23753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 18 of 18 rooms ### View all photos for Superior Queen ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/f42bb74b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Queen - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed ![Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/f793167e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed 8.6 Excellent 11 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Bidet Hairdryer - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room ![Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/2c6272e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room 9.0 Wonderful 13 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Bidet - 205 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room (extra bed possibility) ![Standard Twin Room (extra bed possibility) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/135690e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room (extra bed possibility) 9.4 Exceptional 63 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Bidet Hairdryer - 312 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Twin Room (extra bed possibility) ![Superior Twin Room (extra bed possibility) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/a1bd0cdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room (extra bed possibility) 10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Bidet - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed ![Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/fee7e443.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed 8.8 Excellent 38 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Bidet Hairdryer - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Business Suite ![Business Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/cd84e68c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Business Suite 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Bidet Private bathroom - 431 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed ![Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/4e2c046f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 1 King Bed 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Bidet - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (extra bed possibility) ![Superior Room, 1 King Bed (extra bed possibility) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/8214e8ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 1 King Bed (extra bed possibility) 8.6 Excellent 7 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Bidet Private bathroom - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed ![Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/2adf1743.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Bidet Private bathroom - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Superior Twin Room ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/a1722c79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room - Sleeps 3 ### View all photos for Standard Queen Room ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/0cccdf47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Queen Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Standard King Room ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/82bda91f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard King Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Superior King Room ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/9534ad7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior King Room - Sleeps 3 ### View all photos for Business Romance Suite ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/69cccd2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Business Romance Suite - Sleeps 2 ### Standard Twin Room (Extra Bed Possibility) - Sleeps 3 ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23753/edaac359.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room - 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Kerros - ‬2 min walk - ‪Casa Largo - ‬1 min walk - ‪Pino - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki Upscale hotel near Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art Located close to Ateneum Art Museum and Helsinki Central Library Oodi, Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki provides a free breakfast buffet, a corner/local shop and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site restaurant, 10 Kerros, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a shopping centre on-site and a hair salon, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and a banquet hall - A 24-hour front desk, a lift and luggage storage - Meeting rooms, free newspapers and multilingual staff - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location Room features All 340 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and bidets - Electric kettles, housekeeping and desks ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy. ## Similar properties ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/921600/921539/w3837h2557x3y3-961c1b62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Scandic Helsinki Station Helsinki City Centre - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Gym 8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews £113 includes taxes & fees 1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=921539&PinnedHotelID=921539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/230000/221400/221310/845c896a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki Helsinki City Centre - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.8 Excellent 1,094 reviews £120 includes taxes & fees 3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=221310&PinnedHotelID=221310&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59660000/59652600/59652561/579fea0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Scandic Grand Central Helsinki Helsinki City Centre - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 2,003 reviews £95 includes taxes & fees 9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-10&selected=59652561&PinnedHotelID=59652561&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast buffet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523700/523674/8e87d907.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Solo Sokos Hotel Helsinki Helsinki City Centre - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Gym 8.6 Excellent 880 reviews £116 includes taxes & fees 26 Dec - 27 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=523674&PinnedHotelID=523674&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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discounts available - Parking on site (EUR 32 per day) ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - 10 Kerros ### Things to do - Sauna - Shopping centre ### Family friendly - Grocery/convenience store - Laundry facilities - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Gift shop/newsstand - Grocery/convenience store - Guidebooks - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (on request) - Multilingual staff ### Business services - 7 meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - 1 building - 10 floors - Banquet hall - Built in 1952 - Communal living room - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Deep soaking bathtub - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Free daily newspapers - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per accommodation, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Self-parking fee: EUR 32 per day - Pet fee: EUR 15 per accommodation, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki Sokos Vaakuna Sokos Vaakuna Helsinki Vaakuna Vaakuna Sokos Hotel Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki Original Sokos Vaakuna Helsinki Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki Hotel Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki Helsinki Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki Hotel Helsinki ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki? ### How much is parking at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki? ### What time is check-in at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki? ### What time is check-out at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki? ### Where is Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Amenities ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 8.8 Eco-friendliness ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 563 8 - Good 326 6 - Okay 70 4 - Poor 26 2 - Terrible 15 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jose 6 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location, clean and easy to access. Market next to it is a life saver. Great place ##### Jose Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### JIE 27 Nov 2025 Good location, close to train, tram & shops. Staff are friendly, helpful and breakfast good too 😁 ##### JIE Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Anna Elisabeth 3 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely staff, clean, good breakfast, great location, nice sauna ##### Anna Elisabeth Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erina 19 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very convenient location - not only next to main train station but also has lots of tram and bus stops around. Also able to walk to places quite easily. Really enjoyed breakfast buffet - there were so many Finnish food dishes that we were able to try :) ##### Erina Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randal 17 Oct 2025 Good location. Good breakfast. ##### Randal Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel 4 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely room and great breakfast. ##### Rachel Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne 1 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location, and great views from the breakfast. The only disappointment that the breakfast no longer had smoked salmon available. ##### Anne Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronnie 31 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities convenient location to sights and train ##### Ronnie Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 29 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great stay. Walking distance to everything. ##### Michael Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abdelilah 8 Aug 2025 Liked: Amenities Great hotel, excellent location, very good service ##### Abdelilah Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### XIAOHONG 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities very easy to find from the station ##### XIAOHONG Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Toni 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location next to the railway station! ##### Toni Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dennis 29 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good location, big bed and nice breakfast Nice room, with big and comfortable. Super close to the station. Nice breakfast buffet. Long queue to check in, but other than that good experience ##### Dennis Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Peter 2 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location. Close to railway station and trams. Room was quiet and comfortable with view overlooking the streets below. Would certainly stay there again. ##### Peter Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen 27 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 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. ##### Karen Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tetsuya 16 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This hotel was the best one in this weeklong trip in Norway and Finland. Its location, just in front of the central station, is very convenient. A wide family room with shower and bathtub. Also wonderful breakfast on 10th floor. If we had sufficient time, we could have enjoyed a sauna facility also. Very good value for money. ##### Tetsuya Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### YOSHITERU 18 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Located right next to Helsinki Central Station, this hotel is easily accessible and offers a satisfying environment and services. ##### YOSHITERU Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew 30 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place would recommend ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 1 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Paradise Amazing stay ##### John Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 28 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Worth staying Great location, just opposite the central station, the staff are polite and friendly. Good soundproofing, comfortable bed, luggage storage after check-out ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maggie 7 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The decor in our room was gorgeous. It felt so luxurious. Breakfast was a great buffet. Very accessible to the trains/transit. ##### Maggie Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### PING KIT 24 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Old hotel, but rooms are spacious. Very good restaurant with excellent breakfast ##### PING KIT Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 24 Jul 2025 Liked: Staff & service #### Excellent centrally located hotel 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Toros 23 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice hotel with a view to the city center. Staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast buffet is great. Close to area attractions. ##### Toros Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kari 8 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very good breakfast. ##### Kari Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Radisson Blu Royal Hotel Helsinki](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Helsinki-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Royal-Hotel-Helsinki.h765.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Madrid Metropolitano](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Travelodge-Madrid-Alcala.h6141249.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Indigo Helsinki - Boulevard by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Helsinki-Hotels-Hotel-Indigo-Helsinki-Boulevard.h8963991.Hotel-Information) > > [ARIA Sky Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Las-Vegas-Hotels-ARIA-Sky-Suites.h6417182.Hotel-Information) > > [Clarion Hotel Mestari](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Helsinki-Hotels-Hotel-Mestari.h67652007.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont San Francisco](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Fairmont-San-Francisco.h18200.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Seaside Hotel, Helsinki](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Helsinki-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Seaside-Hotel.h16398.Hotel-Information) > > [Scandinavian Apartments Lönnrotinkatu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Helsinki-Hotels-Scandinavian-Apartments-Lonnrotinkatu.h38388782.Hotel-Information) > > [Original Sokos Hotel Tapiola Garden](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Helsinki-Hotels-Original-Sokos-Hotel-Tapiola-Garden.h523663.Hotel-Information) > > [VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Helsinki-Hotels-VALO-Hotel-Helsinki.h41351942.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Belfast-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Belfast-City-Centre.h919226.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Meganisi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Meganisi-Hotels.s50-0-d6056563.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Time New York, part of JdV by Hyatt](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-York-Hotels-The-Time-New-York.h8354.Hotel-Information) > > [Scandic Helsinki Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Helsinki-Hotels-Scandic-Helsinki-Airport.h20246429.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Helsinki Strand](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Helsinki-Hotels-Hilton-Helsinki-Strand.h21961.Hotel-Information) > > [Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bangkok-Hotels-Carlton-Hotel-Bangkok-Sukhumvit.h41898111.Hotel-Information) > > [Seacote Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Bees-Hotels-Seacote-Hotel.h15731415.Hotel-Information) > > [The Fence Gate Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burnley-Hotels-The-Fence-Gate-Lodge.h20110122.Hotel-Information) > > [Corinthia St George's Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Julians-Hotels-Corinthia-St-Georges-Bay.h9122.Hotel-Information) > > [Scandic Helsinki Hub](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Helsinki-Hotels-Scandic-Helsinki-Hub.h77808566.Hotel-Information) > > [Gay-Friendly Hotels in Paphos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paphos-Hotels-Gay-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d6051505-tGayFriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Marski by Scandic](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Helsinki-Hotels-Marski-By-Scandic.h6741.Hotel-Information) > > [Lapland Hotels Bulevardi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Helsinki-Hotels-Lapland-Hotels-Bulevardi.h28926284.Hotel-Information) ### Cars ### Activities > [Things to do in Rincon de Loix](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Rincon-De-Loix.d6157909.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Holiday Rentals ### General