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Forenom Hostel Vantaa Aviapolis

Forenom Hostel Vantaa Aviapolis

2 out of 5
Ilmailutie 13, Vantaa
The price is £76 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar

Located in Aviapolis, this hostel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Finnish Aviation Museum, Flamingo Entertainment Centre and Jumbo Shopping Center. Hartwall Arena ...…

3.6/5Good! (291 reviews)

"Great place, very peaceful, but You could add at least one bottle of water in the fridge."…"

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2020

Forenom Hostel Vantaa Aviapolis
CheapSleep Helsinki

CheapSleep Helsinki

2 out of 5
Sturenkatu 27B, Helsinki
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £30 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar

Located in Keskinen District, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Helsinki Street and Linnanmaki Amusement Park. Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre ...…

3.9/5Good! (435 reviews)
A good budget stay.

"We told the hostel before hand about our late check in 2 am. They have kept the room for us."…"

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2020

CheapSleep Helsinki
The Yard Hostel

The Yard Hostel

2 out of 5
Kalevankatu 3 A 45, Helsinki
The price is £60 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar

Located in Kamppi, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Stockmann and Finlandia Hall. Helsinki Cathedral and Helsinki West Terminal are also within 2 miles ...…

4.2/5Excellent! (116 reviews)
Great hostel in a great location.

"I love this hostel because of the small details that makes traveling easy and convenient. Curtains give privacy for each dorm bed, the bathrooms are clean, door code is sent ahead of time, plenty to watch on tv, and basics for cooking in the kitchen."…"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2020

The Yard Hostel
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Eurohostel

Eurohostel

2 out of 5
Linnankatu 9, Helsinki
The price is £29 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar

Located in Katajanokka, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Uspenski Cathedral, Presidential Palace and Kauppatori Market Square. Helsinki City Museum ...…

3.7/5Good! (989 reviews)

"The hostel is okay for only a couple of nights. The lightrail stop is right across the street which is good if you want access to the city centre which is a plus. The hostel itself is not the cleanest. The restrooms where pretty dirty throughout my stay. Not the worst hostel that I've ever stayed ..."…"

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2020

Eurohostel
20Rooms

20Rooms

2 out of 5
Kyläkaivontie 6 D, Vantaa
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £48 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar

Situated in Vantaa, this golf hostel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Heureka Finnish Science Centre and within 6 miles (10 km) of Flamingo Entertainment Centre and Jumbo ...…

4.3/5Excellent! (242 reviews)
Close to the airport

"Great location for coming from the airport, takes only a few minutes to get there. There are only shared bathrooms, which you should know"…"

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2020

20Rooms
Forenom Hostel Helsinki Pitäjänmäki

Forenom Hostel Helsinki Pitäjänmäki

2 out of 5
Kornetintie 10, Helsinki
The price is £54 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar

Located in Lantinen District, this hostel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Terveystalo Kaari Clinic, Sello Shopping Centre and Hartwall Arena. Helsinki Ice Hall and ...…

3.5/5Good! (104 reviews)

"Comfortable room and great value. I would stay there again."…"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2020

Forenom Hostel Helsinki Pitäjänmäki
Forenom Hostel Espoo Otaniemi

Forenom Hostel Espoo Otaniemi

2 out of 5
Kivimiehentie 2, Espoo
The price is £68 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar

Located in Lantinen District, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Aalto University and Helsinki University of Technology. Espoo Museum of Modern Art and ...…

3.4/5 (73 reviews)

"I was close to the entrance door and it was noisy"…"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2019

Forenom Hostel Espoo Otaniemi
InnTourist Hostel

InnTourist Hostel

2 out of 5
Haapaniemenkatu 7-9B, Helsinki
The price is £47 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar

Located in Kallio, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Senate Square, Helsinki Cathedral and Stockmann. Kamppi Center and Finlandia Hall are also within 2 mi ...…

3.8/5Good! (16 reviews)
Nopeat unet

"Toimi tarkotuksen mukaisesti"…"

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2020

InnTourist Hostel
Motel Urban Kallio

Motel Urban Kallio

32 Kolmas linja, Helsinki
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Located in Kallio, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Helsinki Street, Linnanmaki Amusement Park and Olympic Stadium. Finlandia Hall and Helsinki Ice ...…

Motel Urban Kallio
Hostel Suomenlinna

Hostel Suomenlinna

2 out of 5
Suomenlinna C 9, Helsinki
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £42 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar

Located in Etelainen District, this hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Senate Square, Stockmann and Helsinki Cathedral. Kamppi Center and Finlandia Hall are also ...…

4.4/5Excellent! (82 reviews)
Perfect way to wake up on the island

"Clean, comfy, quiet, perfectly located to explore the little island. Friendly staff, easy (very late) check-in. Lovely little touches in shower and bathroom necessities as well as complimentary tea and coffee. Lots of information, games, a TV, internet. Comfy beds. Definitely recommend - waking up ..."…"

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2019

Hostel Suomenlinna
Hostel Diana Park

Hostel Diana Park

2 out of 5
Uudenmaankatu 9, Helsinki
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Located in Punavuori, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Old Church of Helsinki and Stockmann. Helsinki Cathedral and Finlandia Hall are also within 1 ...…

4.1/5Very Good! (256 reviews)
Solo traveller

"He stay was great. Excellent check in. The room wss very noisy due to some people but not the hostels fault. Showers and toilet was nice. And free breakfast was great."…"

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2020

Hostel Diana Park
Aikatalo Hostel Helsinki City Center

Aikatalo Hostel Helsinki City Center

2 out of 5
Mikonkatu 8 A, 7 Kerros, Helsinki
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Located in Kluuvi, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Ateneum Art Museum and Stockmann. Helsinki Cathedral and Finlandia Hall are also within 15 minutes. ...…

3.3/5 (3 reviews)
Highly Recommend

"What a fabulous place to stay. Right in the heart of Helsinki. The staff are super friendly and helpful. Everything is brand new and sparkling clean. We have already booked to go back there."…"

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2020

Aikatalo Hostel Helsinki City Center
SweetDream Guesthouse

SweetDream Guesthouse

2 out of 5
Hämeentie 21 G, Helsinki
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Located in Kallio, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Helsinki Street and Linnanmaki Amusement Park. Olympic Stadium and Helsinki Cathedral are also within ...…

3.9/5Very Good! (87 reviews)
Good stay

"Nice area of Helsinki. Pretty standard. Good service. The bathroom could use an upgrade."…"

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2020

SweetDream Guesthouse
Sky Hostel Helsinki

Sky Hostel Helsinki

2 out of 5
Haapaniemenkatu 7-9, Helsinki
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Located in Kallio, this hostel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Hakaniemi Market Square, Helsinki Cathedral and Linnanmaki Amusement Park. Stockmann and Olympic Stadium ...…

Sky Hostel Helsinki
Forenom Hostel Helsinki Kutomotie

Forenom Hostel Helsinki Kutomotie

2 out of 5
Kutomotie 9, Helsinki
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Located in Lantinen District, this hostel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Terveystalo Kaari Clinic, Sello Shopping Centre and Hartwall Arena. Helsinki Ice Hall and ...…

3.3/5 (16 reviews)

"Different from what i saw in expedia website. Room aminities"…"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2019

Forenom Hostel Helsinki Kutomotie
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Clarion Hotel Helsinki

Clarion Hotel Helsinki

4 out of 5
The price is £113 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
4.4/5Wonderful! (1,523 reviews)
Perfect stay by the Baltic.sea

"Perfect stay by the Baltic sea!!! Sauna with pool amazing view... Must.recommed sky lounge"…"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2020

Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Klaus K Hotel

Klaus K Hotel

4 out of 5
Bulevardi 2-4, Helsinki
The price is £100 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
4.2/5Very Good! (991 reviews)

"Very friendly & professional front of house staff. Fantastic location, right in the middle of Helsinki. Stayed in passion mini room, practical with everything you’d need on a business trip. Would recommend this boutique hotel."…"

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2020

Klaus K Hotel
Hilton Helsinki Airport

Hilton Helsinki Airport

4 out of 5
Lentaejaenkuja 1, Vantaa
The price is £126 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
4.4/5Wonderful! (1,470 reviews)

"Excellent position, amenities (sauna, gym) and staff"…"

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2021

Hilton Helsinki Airport
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Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Helsinki?
By staying at a hostel, you can reduce your spending on accommodations and use more of your trip funds for exploring during your trip. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its museums and theatres.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Helsinki?
Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the best reviews from our guests and could be a good place to look first: Forenom Hostel Vantaa Aviapolis - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers and free toiletries. 20Rooms - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Helsinki Hiekkaharju Station. Property features include free WiFi, free parking and a shared/communal kitchen. You’ll find free toiletries and desks in all rooms. CheapSleep Helsinki - 2-minute walk from Hattulantie Station for easy access to public transport. Property features include free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen and a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find showers, free toiletries and desks in all rooms. Eurohostel - 2-minute walk from Mastokatu Station for easy access to public transport. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant and a sauna. You’ll find showers in all rooms. The Yard Hostel - Located steps from Stockmann. Property features include free WiFi, tour/ticket assistance and TV in a common area. You’ll find showers, free toiletries and lockers in all rooms.
How many hostels will I be able to find in Helsinki?
If you’re searching for a low-cost place to stay in Helsinki, one of Expedia’s 16 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Helsinki?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 15°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of -5°C. Average annual precipitation for Helsinki is 689 inches.
What is there to see and do in Helsinki?
In general, Helsinki is known for its museums, theatres and restaurants. Major attractions include Flamingo Entertainment Centre, Stockmann and Helsinki Cathedral. Get out into nature with places such as Allas Sea Pool, Esplanadi and Kaivopuisto Park. Cultural attractions include National Theater, Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art and Finnish Museum of Natural History.
What's the best way to get to and around Helsinki while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Helsinki in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa), located 10.4 mi (16.8 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you might want to use public transport during your trip. Walk to nearby metro stations such as Ylioppilastalo Station, Rautatieasema Station and Rautatientori Station. To see more of the area, take a train from Helsinki (HEC-Helsinki Central Train Station), Helsinki Central Station or Helsinki Koydenpunojankatu Station.

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