Suomenlinna Hostel - Helsinki
Helsinki - Hostel Suomenlinna
Suomenlinna C9
00190 Helsinki
Finland
Tel.
+358 9 6847471
Customer Rating
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Located on a group of islands off the coast of Helsinki, Suomenlinna is a maritime fortress and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A ferry-crossing from the Market Square to Suomenlinna takes just 15 minutes and costs no more than other public transport tickets. Ferries operate from early morning until 2 a.m. Our hostel is just a stone’s throw from the main pier.
In addition to accommodation, we offer meals and services for meetings and events. If you are looking for something other than just an ordinary city hostel, Hostel Suomenlinna is an ideal choice for you. Formerly a primary school, our hostel is equipped with modern conveniences, WiFi and a computer for guest use.
Hostel Suomenlinna is part of the organization of Finnish youth centres (Suomen Nuorisokeskukset ry). When you use the services provided by our hostel, you simultaneously contribute to child and youth work. The main task of national youth centres is to support the work of teachers and trainers and promote national and international youth activities.
Our hostel has both twin and triple rooms as well as larger dormitories. Guests can also use our communal areas, kitchen and dining room upstairs and living room downstairs. Hostel Suomenlinna offers discounts to Euro26 card holders. Our youth prices are available for groups of 5 people or more, and group members must be under the age of 29. The person making the booking must have a valid Euro26 card.
If you are looking for a more exotic place to be experienced than Helsinki already is or more peacefull and relaxing environment than a normal hostel/city environment is, Hostel Suomenlinna and Suomenlinna islands are an excellent choice for you. In addition, by using the services of Hostel Suomenlinna you will support the Finnish youth work, as the main purpose of the national Youth Centres is to support the work of teachers and trainers and to be of service to national and international youth activities. Hostel Suomenlinna is run by the Finnish Youth Centre Association.
We are members of the European youth card and consider youth by affordable youth prices for groups with over 5 members (age limit 29 years). A valid european youth card is required.
In addition to accommodation, we offer meals and services for meetings and events. If you are looking for something other than just an ordinary city hostel, Hostel Suomenlinna is an ideal choice for you. Formerly a primary school, our hostel is equipped with modern conveniences, WiFi and a computer for guest use.
Hostel Suomenlinna is part of the organization of Finnish youth centres (Suomen Nuorisokeskukset ry). When you use the services provided by our hostel, you simultaneously contribute to child and youth work. The main task of national youth centres is to support the work of teachers and trainers and promote national and international youth activities.
Our hostel has both twin and triple rooms as well as larger dormitories. Guests can also use our communal areas, kitchen and dining room upstairs and living room downstairs. Hostel Suomenlinna offers discounts to Euro26 card holders. Our youth prices are available for groups of 5 people or more, and group members must be under the age of 29. The person making the booking must have a valid Euro26 card.
If you are looking for a more exotic place to be experienced than Helsinki already is or more peacefull and relaxing environment than a normal hostel/city environment is, Hostel Suomenlinna and Suomenlinna islands are an excellent choice for you. In addition, by using the services of Hostel Suomenlinna you will support the Finnish youth work, as the main purpose of the national Youth Centres is to support the work of teachers and trainers and to be of service to national and international youth activities. Hostel Suomenlinna is run by the Finnish Youth Centre Association.
We are members of the European youth card and consider youth by affordable youth prices for groups with over 5 members (age limit 29 years). A valid european youth card is required.
Hostel bed capacity
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Total beds |
| Number of rooms: | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 40 |
Opening times
| Opening times (daily/weekly): | PLEASE NOTE: The hostel reception is open Mon-Sat 09.00-16.45, Sun 09.00-13.45. Public holidays we are open 9.00-13.45. If your arrival is not during the reception opening times, we will send you a door code (and leave you a key), which will let you check-in at any time. PLEASE NOTICE THE MESSAGE WITH THE DOOR CODE BEFORE ARRIVAL. If you don't make sure we know that you're coming late and you haven't received the entering instructions from our part, we are not responsible if you are not able to enter the hostel/your room/for keeping your room. |
| Opening times (over the year): | Open all year. |
Street Map and Route Planning
Directions
| Bus: | The long distance buses arrive to Kamppi terminal. From Kamppi you'll walk to Lasipalatsi tram stops, from where the trams nro 4 and 7 take you to the main market square (5min). The Suomenlinna ferry leaves from the main market square. Most of the local or regional buses arriving to Helsinki have their terminus next to the main railway station. From the railway station take the tram nro 3T or walk (10min) to the main market square Kauppatori. The Suomenlinna ferry leaves from the main market square. |
| Metro: | The closest metro station is Kaisaniemi. From Kaisaniemi metro station (exit Yliopisto) walk (5min) to the main market square Kauppatori. The Suomenlinna ferry leaves from the main market square. |
| Parking: | We have a parking for two cars next to the hostel. It is necessary to make a reservation for a car on the ferry. For bigger cars/trucs there is a service ferry, that runs from Katajanokka. However, it is recommended to leave the cars on the mainland (i.e. the parking of Kanavaterminaali next to where the ferry leaves). |
| Sea port: | From the Viking Line -terminal (ferries from Stockholm) you can take the tram nro 4 or 10min walk to the main market square Kauppatori. The Suomenlinna ferry leaves from the main market square. From the Olympiaterminal (Silja Line or Tallink)take the tram nro 3 towards Kauppatori (5min)or 10min walk. |
| Location: | The Suomenlinna quarter and Hostel Suomenlinna is situated 15min comfortable ferry trip from the main land and the main market square. The Hki city transport ferry is very punctual, circulates 1-2 times/hour in winter time and 3-4 times/hour in summer time. The Helsinki city transport tickets are valid on the ferry. Buy the ticket before entering the ferry in advance or from a machine at the ferry stop. Single ticket 2e (valid for 1h on all Hki vehicules), Suomenlinna -ticket 3.80e (valid on the Suomenlinna ferry for 12hours). |
| Rail: | The closest train station is the Helsinki main railway station. From the railway station take the tram nro 3T or walk (10min) to the main market square Kauppatori. The Suomenlinna ferry leaves from the main market square. |
| Airport: | 25 km Helsinki-Vantaa airport. From the airport take the bus nro 615 (or the Finnair city bus)to the Helsinki main railway station (terminus, 30-45min). From the railway station take the tram nro 3T or walk (10min) to the main market square Kauppatori. The Suomenlinna ferry leaves from the main market square. |
Attractions
 | Cultural centre nearby | | Museums/art galleries nearby |
| City centre location | | Historical sites nearby |
| River/harbour/lake nearby | | Main attractions nearby |
| Nightlife nearby | | Restaurants nearby |
| Shopping centre/market nearby | | Hostel with a difference |
| Leisure facilities nearby | | Beach at or near hostel |
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Facilities
 | Family rooms available |  | Suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Self-catering kitchen |  | Groups welcome |
 | Common room(s) |  | Sheets in price |
 | Laundry facilities |  | Internet access |
 | Credit card accepted |  | Individual traveller welcome |
 | Luggage Store |  | Lockers available |
 | Non smoking room/area |  | Basic store available at or near the hostel |
 | Sports |  | Rates include local tax |
Customer Reviews Helsinki - Hostel Suomenlinna
| 07 May 2013 Ekaterina, Russia | 97% | |
| Nice hostel with good facilities, clean room and bathroom, hot shower. 15 min by ferry to Market square. | ||
| 02 May 2013 Soile, England & Wales | 80% | |
| Located in one of the top attractions in Helsinki - island of Suomenlinna. Quiet and nice place out of the season with impressive history of the location. Don´t forgot the take cash with you - there´s no cash machine in the island. | ||
| 03 Nov 2012 Simeon, Switzerland | 93% | |
| Very nice hostel on a very nice location...
The rooms are very clean and have a nice atmosphere.
Its almost like at home :-) | ||
| 22 Oct 2012 Joshua, France | 70% | |
| guy didnt speak english | ||
| 04 Oct 2012 Aaron, USA | 87% | |
| Wonderful location on the island. Ferry is very convenient, no troubles getting there. The island is beautifully quiet. Be sure to save time for a walk through the old fortress. | ||
| 02 Oct 2012 Christina, Germany | 80% | |
| I wouldn't recommend this place if you are a woman travelling alone because there are no female only rooms. So I was in a 6-bed room with only a strange older guy and I wasnt really able to sleep that whole night. There is no staff aroun during the nights. | ||
| 09 Sep 2012 Amy, Finland | 80% | |
| Beds creaked terribl and kitchen is good...if only one person needs it. Other than that no complaints, very friendly and helpful staff. | ||
| 18 Aug 2012 Thomas, France | 93% | |
| the bathroom and toilets are probably the weak point of this hostel: small and not so clean. However, I would warmly recommend this hostel. | ||
| 12 Aug 2012 Seppo, Finland | 93% | |
| Yläkerran huoneiden äänieristyksessä olisi parantamisen varaa, ilmeisesti oven alla oleva rako laskee kaiken äänen läpi.
Yläkerran huoneiden lukitus vei äänistä päätellen 5-10 minuuttia - ovea ei saa millään lukittua ulkoa ainakaan ilman avainta. Kahdet avaimet olisi kahden hengen huoneessa hyvä uudistus, vaati nyt avaimen piilottelua pitkin Suomenlinnaa. | ||
| 09 Aug 2012 Raffael, Switzerland | 77% | |
| - There is a very small service kitchen for all the people there.
- You must always search for the staff, if you need something. In Addition the reception hours are 9 to 5.
- You have to add to the price of the hostel at least 4 Euros for the ferry you have to take.
+ Groceries are only 30 m away.
+ Nice and quiet island. | ||
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