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Laivahostel S/S Bore

Riverfront hostel with restaurant, near Forum Marinum

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Laivahostel S/S Bore, a charming hostel near Turku Castle, welcomes guests with a free breakfast buffet and ocean views at Summer Cafe Navigare. Enjoy the on-site library, hair salon, coffee shop/cafe, terrace and luggage storage while staying connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Hair salon

Feel at home (5)

  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Free self parking
The current price is P6,344
P7,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Cabin on Boat

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Linnankatu 72, Turku, 20100

What's nearby

  • Turku Castle - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Viking Line Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Port of Turku - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tallink Silja Terminal - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of Turku - 8 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Turku (TKU) - 27 min drive
  • Turku Station - 9 min drive
  • Turku Harbour Station - 12 min walk
  • Kuppis Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Viking Line Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Bar M. Gren - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nobi - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪M/S Baltic Princess - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪3.Linja - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Laivahostel S/S Bore

Laivahostel S/S Bore puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Viking Line Terminal and Port of Turku. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.

Languages

English, Finnish, Swedish
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 120 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 2:00 AM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Free offsite parking within 0.6 mi
    • Street parking available

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol allowed onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1960
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Limited housekeeping
STAR_OUTLINE

Special features

Dining

Summer Cafe Navigare - This bar overlooks the ocean.
Lounasravintola Kristina - This buffet restaurant serves lunch only. Open select days.
Ravintola Kristina - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast only. Open daily.
MONETIZATION_ON

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 20 and December 27.

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Laivahostel Borea Hostel Turku
Laivahostel Borea Hostel
Laivahostel Borea Turku
Laivahostel Borea
Laivahostel S/S Bore Hostel Turku
Laivahostel S/S Bore Hostel
Laivahostel S/S Bore Turku
Laivahostel S/S Bore Turku
Laivahostel S/S Bore Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Laivahostel S/S Bore Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Turku

Frequently asked questions

Is Laivahostel S/S Bore currently open?

The property is closed between December 20 and December 27.

Does Laivahostel S/S Bore offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Laivahostel S/S Bore does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Laivahostel S/S Bore?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Laivahostel S/S Bore?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Laivahostel S/S Bore?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Laivahostel S/S Bore and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.

Are there restaurants at or near Laivahostel S/S Bore?

Yes, Summer Cafe Navigare offers ocean views.

What's the area around Laivahostel S/S Bore like?

Laivahostel S/S Bore is located by the river in Turku Harbour, a short 8-minute walk from Viking Line Terminal and 9 minutes' walk from Port of Turku.

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Laivahostel S/S Bore Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

A cultural visit
Jørgen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel!
Jyrki, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff were very friendly and professional.
Craig, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A very nice authentic stay! I would come back and/or recommend it to my friends!
Mireille, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good
Simon, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Unique Stay in Turku
We had a great time staying at the hostel! Such a unique experience to stay on the ship. Lots of parking and in a lovely section of the city. We came during the off-season so restaurant and sauna were closed.
Laura, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

OK overall
A bit hot in our room at night, unable to lower the temperature. Small cabin but ok for 1 night.
Srikkanth, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Morning sauna and breakfast ok.
Tapani, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hostel does not equal Hotel
When it says "hostel" right on the label, it's reasonable to expect a spartan environment. The S/S Bore is exactly what it says; a private room really is a narrow cabin in a retired Baltic steamship. That said, there *is* a private bathroom and shower (extremely small but it's your own.) The biggest issue was the stagnant air in the room. My stateroom was in a lower deck and really hot. Upper decks were cooler. It was unseasonably warm in Turku during my stay, and the room never dropped below 80F / 27C. The porthole (not a window, a real porthole) could not be opened, and the solid door did not allow any air to enter the room when closed. Even though the air extractor in the ceiling and bathroom were both running, there was no place for cool air to enter. It was stifling. Other things to know: bedding is provided, but you make your own bed upon arrival. There's no traditional room cleaning. Overall the room was clean but the carpet was better without close inspection. There was only one electrical outlet in the room and one in the tiny bathroom, so hopefully you only need to plug in one device. Breakfast is included and serviceable in the scandanavian/make-a-sandwich kind of way. Would I stay there again? Well, I needed to be close to the Turku castle for a music festival so the location was ideal, and the price was right even when all the traditional hotels were ridiculously overpriced, so well, yes, maybe I would. But I'd really want a fan in the summer.
Douglas, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jukka, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Maria, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Olipa nostalginen paikka mutta patjat on aikansa eläneet kovat ja kuopalla.
Hanna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Päivi, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aulis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Laivahostelli s/s Bore
Yöpyminen yhden henkilön hyttihuoneessa oli mukava kokemus. Kaikki toimi mainiosti ja nukuin hyvin. Ikkunasta oli näkymät Turun linnan suuntaan. Yhteisissä oleskelutiloissa katselin mm. kymppiuutisia. Aamupalalla oli tarjolla superhyvää riisipuuroa, yrttileipää ja paljon muuta maistuvaa. Bore on edullinen ja mielenkiintoinen majoituspaikka Aura-joen rannalla. Aamusauna jäi vielä kokeilematta, mutta ehkä seuraavalla reissulla. Suosittelen laivamajoitusta lämpimästi!
Tiina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Heikki, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Todella natiseva sänky, luultavasti tiensä päässä. Sisäänkäynnillä jyrkkä ramppi ja sisällä paljon kapeita portaita. Ei ole esteetön majoituspaikka.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Andrew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ystävällinen vastaaotto Siiti hytti Monipuolinen aamiainen
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

WCnkin voi siivota
Hytti oli karu, kuten osasinkin odottaa. Mutta WC oli jäänyt siivoamatta edellisten käyttäjien jälkeen. Aamianen oli hyvä ja kohtelu asianmukaista.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pekka, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Kirsi-Maria, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Minna Elina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip

6/10 Good

4-night trip