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Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with 3 restaurants and free breakfast

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Meeting facility
Property entrance
Front of property
Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$266
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct

Explore the area

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Torikatu 20, Joensuu, 80100
  • Place, Taitokortteli
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Joensuu Art Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Joensuu
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Joensuu (JOE)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Twin Room (Possibility for extra bed)

Superior Twin Room (Possibility for extra bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Joensuu

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu puts you in the heart of Joensuu, within steps of Town Hall and Carelicum. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and free buffet breakfast. .The restaurant, Amarillo, serves Tex-Mex cuisine. Bepop is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the nightclub, gym, sauna and karaoke. 431 square feet (40 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a short walk of this 4-property class Joensuu hotel include Taitokortteli and Joensuu Art Museum.

What's nearby

  • Carelicum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Taitokortteli - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Joensuu Art Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Joensuu - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Joensuu Station - 9 min walk
  • Joensuu (JOE) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hesburger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Coffee House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Robert's Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fafa's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rosso - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu

Eco-certified hotel with 3 restaurants and free breakfast
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu offers its guests a sauna and a fitness centre. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 431 square feet (40 square metres) and includes conference space. A nightclub, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the eco-certified Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Joensuu hotel is smoke free.

  • 144 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 431 sq ft of conference space
  • 40 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1942
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Nightclub
  • Karaoke
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu offers 144 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and a hairdryer. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers and bidets.

This Joensuu hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (EUR 12 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Amarillo
  • Bepop
  • Gastropub Vispiläkauppa
  • Rosso
  • Torero

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Karaoke
  • Nightclub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 431 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Built in 1942
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: EUR 12 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu?

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu?

As of 2 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu on 17 Oct 2025 start from NZ$266.02, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu?

Yep, Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu has a self car park for EUR 12 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu?

Yep, Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu is a short 7-minute walk from Ilosaaren uimaranta.

What luxury perks are available at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu?

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu features a nightclub, a steam room and 3 restaurants.

Does Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu serve breakfast?

Yep, free buffet brekkie is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu?

No, Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu's onsite restaurant that serves Tex-Mex cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu?

Furry friends are welcome at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu, with food and water bowls on offer.