Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu
Torikatu 20
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Why people book this hotel
“The breakfast was exceptional with a great choice and high quality of food”
“Great breakfast, great location, friendly staff”
“Perfect location, clean nice room with the view to the square, very good bed, ve…”
“The location was great — right in the city center, close to the train station, r…”
“Staff at the reception was nice and explained everything”
“Nice staff”
“Friendly staff and the room was wonderful”
“The hotel is comfortable and well located, staff are very friendly and helpful”
“Very clean and quiet, with lots of space”
“Very comfortable and clean”
“Parking convenient and easy to manage with hotel”
“Very comfortable stay in the heart of the city, car parking also handy up the ra…”
Overview
This hotel is by Joensuu’s main square and 500 metres from Joensuu Central Station. It has 3 restaurants, a bar and a night club. Free sauna, hot tub and WiFi access is included. Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu’s rooms have cable TV, a work desk and a private bathroom with shower. Many include a seating area and a tea/coffee maker. Sokos Hotel Vaakuna’s family restaurant, Rosso, focuses on Italian cuisine. Restaurant Amarillo serves spicy Tex-Mex dishes, while Torero Restaurant offers authentic Spanish food. Other facilities include a fitness room and a covered terrace. Original Sokos Vaakuna is next to Joensuu City Hall and 250 metres from the Pielisjoki River.
Traveller reviews
Asangi
solo_traveller
April 13, 2026
“Jackpot!”
Perfect location, clean nice room with the view to the square, very good bed, versatile breakfast and above all two professional and very nice young ladies, Minna and Vilma in the reception. Thank you!!
Ema
family_with_children
April 1, 2026
The location was great — right in the city center, close to the train station, restaurants, supermarkets, museum... The hotel is inside a large building, so you don’t even need to go outside to shop. However, the reception being located in what feels like a shopping center can seem a little strange at first. The breakfast was exceptional with a great choice and high quality of food. We also liked that we could use hotel sauna. Staff at the reception was nice and explained everything.
Annika
solo_traveller
February 10, 2026
“Great location, staff, rooms, breakfast!”
Convenient! Extremely central! Nice to walk around to explore.
Anu
solo_traveller
August 31, 2025
“Nice hotel, great location”
Nice staff
Susanna
solo_traveller
April 17, 2025
“Great stay in the heart of Joensuu.”
Perfect location in the heart of town. Friendly staff and the room was wonderful. Very clean and quiet, with lots of space.
Freitas Mendes
solo_traveller
March 23, 2025
“Cosy and comfortable hotel. Clean, friendly staff and good location.”
Very comfortable and clean. Very friendly snd helpful staff.
Velcu-Laitinen
solo_traveller
November 28, 2024
“Thank you for your warm welcome.”
zeynep
family_with_children
October 26, 2024
“Perfect place in a perfect setting.”
Great breakfast, great location, friendly staff. Felt like home!!
Kati
solo_traveller
March 28, 2024
When exiting the breakfast room there is NO WAY out without key card which I already returned in check out. That is a risk in case of fire.
John
solo_traveller
February 9, 2024
“Ideal hotel for a short stay in Joensuu”
The hotel is comfortable and well located, staff are very friendly and helpful. Breakfast is good Everywhere is clean
Jon
solo_traveller
February 3, 2024
“Convenience Hotel in Center”
Good location with restaurants and shopping in same complex. Parking convenient and easy to manage with hotel. Breakfast is good.
Gerry
solo_traveller
November 26, 2023
Nice place, friendly helpful people…
Antonio
extended_group
August 6, 2023
Breakfast is excellent. Location great. Very near the river and the walking street.
Aaron
solo_traveller
April 19, 2023
Location, cost and breakfast
Siegfried
solo_traveller
March 28, 2023
Large very clean room. The sauna and fitness facilities were good and the breakfast excellent.
John
extended_group
February 15, 2023
“A very enjoyable stay, I will be back on my next visit to Joensuu”
Perfect breakfast for me, fresh food and drink.
Eija
couple
July 18, 2022
“Will definitely return.”
Very comfortable stay in the heart of the city, car parking also handy up the ramp. Breakfast beautiful, plentiful.
Susannah
solo_traveller
July 11, 2022
“I was feeling pretty crappy after a stay in a nearby hotel that couldn’t help me for another two nights. These guys save”
Location is centrally located and easy to access.
Facilities
Activities
Sauna, Fitness centre, Karaoke, Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Cycling, Hammam, Nightclub/DJ, Live music/performance, Steam room, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Fitness, Fitness/spa locker rooms
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Kid-friendly buffet, Wine/champagne, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request), Snack bar, Breakfast in the room, Bar
General
Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Lift, Safety deposit box, Minimarket on site, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Terrace
Parking
Parking on site, Parking, Parking garage, Accessible parking
Pool and wellness
Pool/beach towels
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Services
Pet bowls, Vending machine (drinks), Vending machine (snacks), Shared lounge/TV area, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Laundry, Room service, 24-hour front desk, Packed lunches
Superior Double Room
Offering bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, an electric kettle and heating. The unit has 1 bed.
Standard Twin Room
Includes cable TV, ironing facilities and a bathroom with a hairdryer.
Superior Twin Room
Providing bathrobes, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The twin room provides air conditioning, a wardrobe, an electric kettle, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.
Standard Single Room
Includes cable TV, ironing facilities and a bathroom with a hairdryer.
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