This elegant hotel is next to Helsinki Central Station, 5 minutes’ walk from the Esplanadi shopping streets. It offers a rooftop terrace, in-room flat-screen TVs, plus free sauna and WiFi access. Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki was built for the 1952 Olympics and is set in a heritage-listed building. The rooms include air conditioning, a mini-bar and modern décor. The stylish á la carte restaurant offers a mix of Finnish and international dishes. After-dinner drinks can be enjoyed in the bar, which offers magnificent views of Helsinki’s bustling city center. The friendly staff is happy to provide tourist information and other services. Housed in the same building is Sokos Department Store, where guests enjoy a 10 % discount. Children must be under 16 years old. The room can also accommodate 3 adults. Please let the hotel know how many guests will be staying. You can use the Special Requests box when booking.