Original Sokos Hotel Presidentti

Overview

Original Sokos Hotel Presidentti offers a bang-on delightful experience with vibes inspired by Finnish culture, thanks to designer Paola Suhonen. Fully revamped, it boasts 483 swish rooms, an indoor pool, a sauna, and some proper popping nightlife. Smack dab in central Helsinki, it's spot-on for exploring the city’s must-sees and shops.

Location

Perfectly plonked in the centre of Helsinki, you can easily roam around to catch Senate Square, Helsinki Cathedral, and Temppeliaukio Church in just an 8-minute stroll. Art buffs will be chuffed with the Ateneum Art Museum and the Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, a short 7 and 6 minutes away. Linnanmäki Amusement Park is only 22 minutes on foot, making it tops for families. Shopaholics will find Kamppi Shopping Centre a breezy 2 minutes away and Stockmann Department Store just a 7-minute walk. Helsinki Central Library Oodi is also just a 7-minute wander. For market lovers, Market Square and Helsinki Open Air Market are 14 minutes away, with the Old Market Hall popping up at 15 minutes. With major transport hubs so close, getting around is a doddle – the bus and train station is only 200 metres out, and Helsinki Harbour stands 1.9 km away.

Rooms

With 483 cool rooms across 8 floors, each one’s a little slice of Finland, themed around local legends like Midsummer, winter storm, silence, fairy-tale forest, and sisu – all from the creative mind of Paola Suhonen of Ivana Helsinki. Top-notch cleaning and safety measures are in place, so you can just kick back and relax.

Food & Drink

Foodies, rejoice! There's a restaurant dishing out cracking à la carte lunches and dinners, with veggie options in the mix. Grab a drink and chill at the bar or the pub for a more laid-back vibe. Hosting a bash? The banquet hall’s got you sorted. And don’t you worry about mornings – there’s a scrumptious breakfast buffet waiting for you in the breakfast room.

Sports & Entertainment

Dive into good times with an indoor freshwater pool perfect for a splash. Need to relax? The sauna’s got your back. When the sun dips, the on-site nightclub and pub keep things lively and hopping. No dull moments here, making it a cracking spot for your jollies.

Distance From Major Transportation Hubs

Helsinki Vantaa Airport is a reasonable 18.4 km jaunt away. Nearby, Helsinki Harbour is just 1.9 km off, and a quick 200-metre stroll gets you to the bus and train station. Easy peasy!