Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu

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Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu features a nightclub and puts you only steps from Carelicum. Guests can visit the fitness centre for a workout or enjoy Tex-Mex cuisine at Amarillo, one of 3 restaurants. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a sauna and a steam room.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Nightclub
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
The current price is R2 182
R2 477 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct

Why we love this property

Work, play, repeat
This hotel in the city centre offers meeting rooms and laptop workstations. Business travellers can unwind in the sauna, steam room, or nightclub after work.
Dining scene extravaganza
Explore three restaurants serving Italian and Tex-Mex fare. Enjoy two bars, a cafe, and start each day with a complimentary buffet breakfast.

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single Room

8,6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room

8,4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Superior Twin Room (two extra beds possible)

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a mirror, and a door leading to a hallway.

Superior Twin Room (two extra beds possible)

9,0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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A modern hotel room with a four-poster bed, a view of the city through large windows, a cozy seating area, and a well-lit ambiance.

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

10,0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Map
Torikatu 20, Joensuu, 80100

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
  • Joensuu Taidemuseo - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Joensuu - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Joensuu (JOE) - 19 min drive
  • Joensuu Station - 9 min walk
  • Viinijärvi Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hesburger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ravintola Torero - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar Play - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fafa's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pub Takatasku - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu

  • Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu features a nightclub and puts you only steps from Carelicum. Guests can visit the fitness centre for a workout or enjoy Tex-Mex cuisine at Amarillo, one of 3 restaurants. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a sauna and a steam room.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 144 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation*
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (EUR 12 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • On-site parking is limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • 3 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Karaoke
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (431 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1942
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fitness center
  • Nightclub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in stairways

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Amarillo - This restaurant specializes in Tex-Mex cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Rosso - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine. Open daily.
Torero - This restaurant specializes in Spanish cuisine. Open select days.
Gastropub Vispiläkauppa - This bistro specializes in local and international cuisine. Open select days.
Bepop - Onsite bar. Open select days.

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per accommodation, per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs EUR 12 per day
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Also known as

Joensuu Sokos Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

Does Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 15 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 12 per day. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities like 2 bars, a nightclub, and a sauna. Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu also has a steam room.

Are there restaurants at or near Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring Tex-Mex cuisine.

What's the area around Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu like?

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu is in the heart of Joensuu, a short 9-minute walk from Joensuu Station and 3 minutes' walk from Taitokortteli.

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