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This hostel is in the Vallila district of Helsinki, 1.9 mi from Helsinki Train Station. It offers free WiFi, a shared kitchen and an on-site supermarket.

I stayed for only one night, and I would say it's handy for solo travelers. The staff was helpful and welcoming, and the place was generally clean. It wasn't the best, but considering its location and affordable price, I think overall it's really satisfying. Also there is a 24h open store right next to the hostel. The only downsides are loud sound of the door closing-could be hard for light sleepers since people can come and go different times- and the lack of privacy in the bunk beds. It would have been better if they could have arranged some curtains around each bed.
Review score
8.1
Very Good
5,983 reviews
Price from
$61.27
1 night, 2 adults

Well located in the center of Helsinki, Moi Aikatalo Hostel Helsinki is set 984 feet from the Central Railway Station and 1969 feet from Helsinki Cathedral.

Best Hostel In Europe ever for me !
Review score
8.6
Excellent
1,671 reviews
Price from
$120.75
1 night, 2 adults

Featuring 2-star accommodations, Inn Tourist Hostel is located in Helsinki, 2.1 mi from Helsinki Music Center and 2.1 mi from Helsinki Bus Station.

The hotel was great, everything was clean and well-organized.
Review score
8.3
Very Good
1,753 reviews
Price from
$73.46
1 night, 2 adults

Located on Helsinki’s Katajanokka island, surrounded by the sea, this hostel is a 5-minute tram ride from the city center. Vyökatu Tram Stop is just around the corner.

So far, the best hostel in Helsinki!!! Soo clean and has a strategic location. They also have a b.buffet available.
Review score
8.2
Very Good
7,011 reviews
Price from
$78.29
1 night, 2 adults

Set a 10-minute walk from Helsinki Train Station, this hostel offers free WiFi access and a fully equipped communal kitchen. Esplanade Park is 1969 feet away.

Good location and hygiene
Review score
8.7
Excellent
4,273 reviews
Price from
$74.46
1 night, 2 adults

The Yard Hostel is centrally located in Helsinki, just a 5-minute walk from Helsinki Central Station. This hostel offers dormitory rooms as well as private rooms. Free WiFi is available.

Stuff, location, n cozy vibe
Review score
8.8
Excellent
2,891 reviews
Price from
$122.99
1 night, 2 adults

SweetDream Guest house is in the Sörnäinen district of Helsinki, within 10 minutes’ drive of the city center. Facilities include free WiFi, a garden and a guest lounge.

Nice, small hostel located near a metro station and public transport stops with restaurants and grocery stores also very close by. Has lots of great amenities for guests like a shared kitchen where you can cook and store groceries in the fridge.
Review score
8.1
Very Good
1,092 reviews
Price from
$67.98
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Helsinki and with Suomenlinna Beach reachable within a 13-minute walk, Hostel Suomenlinna provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the...

Beautiful building, good facilities and great location
Review score
8.8
Excellent
473 reviews
Price from
$84.97
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Helsinki, 1.1 miles from Helsinki Cathedral, Sky Hostel Helsinki features views of the sea.

The price, the location, the room
Review score
7.5
Good
2,317 reviews
Price from
$61.49
1 night, 2 adults

Forenom Hostel Helsinki Pitäjänmäki offers self-catering guest rooms with an easy, keyless entry system and free WiFi. Central Helsinki can be reached in 25 minutes by public transportation.

Thank you for such an excellent staff.
Review score
6.5
Pleasant
229 reviews
Price from
$73.66
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 1,671 reviews

    Well located in the center of Helsinki, Moi Aikatalo Hostel Helsinki is set 984 feet from the Central Railway Station and 1969 feet from Helsinki Cathedral.

  • Review score
    8.3
    Very Good · 1,753 reviews

    Featuring 2-star accommodations, Inn Tourist Hostel is located in Helsinki, 2.1 mi from Helsinki Music Center and 2.1 mi from Helsinki Bus Station.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 5,983 reviews

    This hostel is in the Vallila district of Helsinki, 1.9 mi from Helsinki Train Station. It offers free WiFi, a shared kitchen and an on-site supermarket.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 7,011 reviews

    Located on Helsinki’s Katajanokka island, surrounded by the sea, this hostel is a 5-minute tram ride from the city center. Vyökatu Tram Stop is just around the corner.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 473 reviews

    Located in Helsinki and with Suomenlinna Beach reachable within a 13-minute walk, Hostel Suomenlinna provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the...

  • Review score
    7.5
    Good · 2,317 reviews

    Located in Helsinki, 1.1 miles from Helsinki Cathedral, Sky Hostel Helsinki features views of the sea.

  • Review score
    6.5
    Pleasant · 229 reviews

    Forenom Hostel Helsinki Pitäjänmäki offers self-catering guest rooms with an easy, keyless entry system and free WiFi. Central Helsinki can be reached in 25 minutes by public transportation.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    6.1
    Pleasant · 13 reviews

    Located in Helsinki, within 26 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 26 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, Forenom Hostel Röykkä has accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi as well as free private...

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  • Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 1 review

    Conveniently set in the Pasila district of Helsinki, HMI Smart Group 233 is located 1.1 miles from Telia 5G Areena, 1.2 miles from Helsinki Olympic Stadium and 2.4 miles from Helsinki Music Center.

  • Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 1 review

    Well located in the Pasila district of Helsinki, HMI Smart Group Oy 0667 is located 1.1 miles from Telia 5G Areena, 1.2 miles from Helsinki Olympic Stadium and 2.4 miles from Helsinki Music Center.

  • Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 6 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 211 provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

    Guest review
    Cosy and clean room in the quiet area, I liked to stay there
  • Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 2,891 reviews

    The Yard Hostel is centrally located in Helsinki, just a 5-minute walk from Helsinki Central Station. This hostel offers dormitory rooms as well as private rooms. Free WiFi is available.

  • Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 5 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 663 has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    8.3
    Very Good · 10 reviews

    Ideally located in the Pasila district of Helsinki, HMI Smart Group 668 is located 1.1 miles from Telia 5G Areena, 1.2 miles from Helsinki Olympic Stadium and 2.4 miles from Helsinki Music Center.

  • Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 12 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, Smart Group 218 has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 18 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 219 has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 23 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 223 has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    8.0
    Very Good · 1 review

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 231 provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    8.0
    Very Good · 22 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Grooup 239 has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    8.0
    Very Good · 1 review

    Located within 1.2 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 661 has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    8.0
    Very Good · 12 reviews

    HMI Smart Group 207 has accommodations in Helsinki near Helsinki Olympic Stadium and Pasila Train Station.

  • Review score
    7.8
    Good · 10 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 653 provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    7.8
    Good · 7 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 670 provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    7.7
    Good · 3 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 066 has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    7.7
    Good · 8 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 213 provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    7.7
    Good · 15 reviews

    Located within 1.2 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 209 provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    7.5
    Good · 18 reviews

    Located within 1.2 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 215 provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

    Guest review
    They provided extra heater in the room, was really clean and organized
  • Review score
    7.4
    Good · 11 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 208 provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    7.4
    Good · 15 reviews

    In a prime location in the Pasila district of Helsinki, HMI Smart Group 226 is located 1.1 miles from Telia 5G Areena, 1.2 miles from Helsinki Olympic Stadium and 2.4 miles from Helsinki Music Center.

  • Review score
    7.4
    Good · 17 reviews

    Located within 1.2 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 656 has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    7.3
    Good · 17 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 662 provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    7.3
    Good · 3 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 664 has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    7.3
    Good · 38 reviews

    Located within 1.2 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 222 has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    7.2
    Good · 5 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 229 provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    7.2
    Good · 17 reviews

    Located within 1.2 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 220 has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    7.1
    Good · 6 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 658 provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

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  • Review score
    4.0
    Disappointing · 1 review

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group Oy 0224 has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    7.0
    Good · 1 review

    Well set in the Pasila district of Helsinki, HMI Smart Group 0227 is located 1.1 miles from Telia 5G Areena, 1.2 miles from Helsinki Olympic Stadium and 2.4 miles from Helsinki Music Center.

  • Review score
    4.7
    Disappointing · 4 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 247 has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 245 has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    6.5
    Pleasant · 2 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 217 provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    6.9
    Pleasant · 15 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 214 provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    5.2
    Fair · 4 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 655 provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

  • Review score
    5.5
    Fair · 4 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Telia 5G Areena and 1.2 miles of Helsinki Olympic Stadium, HMI Smart Group 660 has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Helsinki.

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  • Avg. price/night: $95.03
    Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 2,891 reviews
    Great location, cozy interiors, nice staff. The best hostel I've been to. Would return next time.
    Guest review by
    Georgijs
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $72.15
    Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 7,011 reviews
    Excellant fast free wifi Great location near to the Viking ferry line terminal Close to the city centre Staff great and spoken fluent English Bedding, laundry and room exceptional clean Best hostel ever stayed in Price great
    Guest review by
    Brendan
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $95.03
    Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 2,891 reviews
    The hostel is incredibly clean, organized and well equipped. Great location, close to the train station and walking distance to the main tourist atractions. The pre-checking is super good and cheers to the staff for the lovely letter and clear instructions. Probably one of the best hostels that I've ever been, congrats.
    Guest review by
    Daniela
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $68.08
    Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 5,983 reviews
    This must be our 5th or 6th stay at CheapSleep. The place is squeaky clean and offers everything one needs from a youth hostel. We stayed in a very comfy private room, the shared showers and toilets were extremely clean. The bus stop for the public airport bus is just a 2min walk away and the 24/7 supermarket in the same building comes in handy. Great value!
    Guest review by
    Annette
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $55.90
    Review score
    7.5
    Good · 2,317 reviews
    Price was good valve for a tight budget & the room was secure with passkey, which meant I could leave belongings safely behind whilst out and about. It was clean and had good facilities for a hostel.
    Guest review by
    Stephen
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $95.03
    Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 2,891 reviews
    As always it was the best hostel in town, I love it. Always you meet new people in the common or shared area, with netflix, coooking area, etc..
    Guest review by
    Barry
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $95.03
    Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 2,891 reviews
    It was the best hostel I've been. They have 8 bunk beds per room, but it is from a very good quality so theres no squeaking or any kind of annoying noise, the lockers under the bed have a really good size, you can fit around 2-3 lugadge of cabin size, and they also have an additiinal lugadge room. The kitchen and bathroom were very clean, and the commons areas very cozy and nice. The location is very good, with all kinds of public transportation in a radius of 2-3 blocks. And finally, the staff was absolutely lovely.
    Guest review by
    Ieza
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $72.15
    Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 7,011 reviews
    Amazing hostel in the city with great vibe. If you want to eat/ drink on a budget, you can use in-house restaurant, cheapest one in the city :)
    Guest review by
    Drasha
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $95.03
    Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 2,891 reviews
    Great location, good value for money. Comfortable beds and good amenities in the hostel. Safe and secure and also affordable given the high price of accommodation in the city.
    Guest review by
    N_Williams
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $72.15
    Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 7,011 reviews
    For a Hostel and a short night it was perfect for me and great for the budget. Gentleman at reception very friendly and helpful. Great location close to the center.
    Guest review by
    Lutz
    Solo traveler

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