Docked in the Aurajoki River in Turku, this boat hostel offers cabins with private bathrooms. Parking is free next to the boat when using a parking disk. Turku Castle is 500 metres away. All cabins at Laivahostel S/S Bore have a wardrobe. Each has access to a TV lounge with a small library and newspapers. Free WiFi is available in all areas. For an additional fee, the Bore Museum Exhibition can be experienced on board. Guests can relax on the furnished decks of the boat. Guests have access to a communal kitchenette with a fridge, microwave and tea and coffee making facilities. Turku city centre is 2 km away. Turku Train Station is a 10-minute drive from the boat.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast info

Buffet

Free parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
or
1 bunk bed
2 single beds
or
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
and
2 bunk beds
2 bunk beds
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
7.2
Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Value for money
8.1
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
8.3
Low score for Turku
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Nend0
    Australia Australia
    Great experience - when do you get to sleep in a ship eh :). Breakfast included, affordable single room, and extra option for sauna. It also has basic facilities for food prep ie microwave, dish etc and super market is nearby so pretty handy for...
  • Ulvi
    Estonia Estonia
    Great location to catch the morning ferry. Realtively quiet. Breakfast had a sufficient selection and it was good.
  • Mateusz
    Poland Poland
    Very original experience. Rooms weren't so claustrophobic. It was nice to just walk and explore the ship. Breakfasts were ok.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Laivahostel S/S Bore

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Lockers
    • Luggage storage
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key card access
    General
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Wellness
    • Sauna
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Finnish
    • Swedish

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules
    Laivahostel S/S Bore takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 21:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 05:00 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestroBankcardCash

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    If you expect to arrive after 21:00 hours, please inform Laivahostel S/S Bore in advance.

    Access to the hostel is via address Linnankatu 72, through the yard of Forum Marinum Maritime Centre.

    Please note that you must use a parking disk when parking. Contact the property for further details.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Laivahostel S/S Bore in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Laivahostel S/S Bore

    • Laivahostel S/S Bore is 1.6 miles from the centre of Turku. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Laivahostel S/S Bore is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The prices at Laivahostel S/S Bore may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Laivahostel S/S Bore offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Sauna
      • Cycling

    • Guests staying at Laivahostel S/S Bore can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.7).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Buffet