My ItineraryHostel Kokkola - Majatalo Tankar Inn
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Address
Kokkola - Majatalo Tankar Inn
c/o Kokkolan Matkailu Oy
Kauppatori, 67100 Kokkola
Finland
Tel. +358-6-828 9402
Fax. +358-6-831 0306
tourism@kokkola.fi
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Hostel Overview
The lighthouse island of Tankar is a tiny island, about 1 km x 0,5 km. It is situated in the outer archipelago, about 17 km from Kokkola. The landmark of the isle is the 27 m high lighthouse from 1889. It is still in use. There is a nature trail around the island. You can free visit the old fischermen´s church from 1754 and the Seal hunting museum. Cafe Tankar is fully licensed summer restaurant, where you get f.ex. delicious fish soup. The hostel Tankar Inn has 5 double rooms, a modern kitchen, shower and toilet to use. The historic lighhouse keepers houses can accommodate further 40 visitors. To Tankar there are 2-3 daily connections from Kokkola camping onboard m/s Jenny (177 passangers) and m/s Jaana (80 passangers. The voyage Kokkola-Tankar is 1 h 30 min. Accommodation on Tankar and the voyage you can book from Kokkolan Matkailu Oy (Kokkola City tourist office) on the Kokkola market square.Hostel bed capacity
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Opening times
Opening times (daily/weekly):
10:00-20:00
Opening times (over the year):
1 June - 2 September, Reservation in advance.
Map & Directions
Street Map and Route Planning
Directions
| Sea port: | Ships to Tankar Island are m/s Jenny from Kokkola Camping, Meripuisto. Trip takes about one and a half hours. |
| Location: | Hostel is located on an island, 17km from Kokkola. |
| Airport: | Kokkola 22 km |
Attractions & Facilities
Attractions
 | Museums/art galleries nearby | | River/harbour/lake nearby |
| Hostel with a difference | | Beach at or near hostel |
Facilities
 | Discounts and concessions available |  | Self-catering kitchen |
 | Common room(s) |  | Sheets in price |
 | Sauna |  | Credit card accepted |
 | Café/Bar |  | Individual traveller welcome |
 | Rates include local tax |