Laivahostel S/S Bore
Linnankatu 72, 20100 Turku, Finland – Great location - show map – Railway access
Laivahostel S/S Bore
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.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
Colin
Australia“All I required was a clean and comfortable room to sleep in. I only stayed one night - the reception staff were excellent (friendly and helpful).”- Jinn-jy
Taiwan“Breakfast was good. People working in the hostel were good hospitality and paid serious attention to many details.” - Yoann
France“An hostel in the ferry was very original and my stay there was very great. It's very easy to find the location. The room is a bit small but it's normal because it's a former cabin. It's very clean inside and the breakfast is very nice.” 
Nend0 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“Great location to catch the morning ferry. Realtively quiet. Breakfast had a sufficient selection and it was good.”- Mateusz
Poland“Very original experience. Rooms weren't so claustrophobic. It was nice to just walk and explore the ship. Breakfasts were ok.” 
Martina
Czech Republic“Staying on a ship is simply cool. It is also pretty quiet and the AC was working well. The breakfast was great too and the cafe has a great view and atmosphere. We were very happy with our stay!”- Anna Poland“Night on the ship - I love The idea! Good, simple breakfast with some local touch! Very clean. Perfect for 1 person!”
Aleksandra Poland“Great Finnish breakfast, near to Turku Castle, very good atmosphere”- Alp
Finland“The beds were suprisingly very comfortable. There is a slightly noticable moving on board and as a person who enjoys sleeping on boats and ships that made sleep even better! Cabin temperatures were perfect, not cold when rainy outside and not hot...”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Is it quiet at night?
Yes, it is.Answered on 3 December 2019Can I use my own sleeping bag?
No, you can't.Answered on 3 December 2019Do you offer luggage storage?
Yes, we do.Answered on 3 December 2019Flight arrives 00.35am. Is it possible to still check in between 1am - 2am?
Hi, Yes, it is, but please check-in before 2.00 a.m. Welcome! Best regards, Elina Shiphostel BoreAnswered on 10 May 2022will take the 8 45 ferry to Mariehamn how early do you serve breakfast?
Hi, The breakfast starts at 6.30. Kind regards, Elina Shiphostel BoreAnswered on 1 June 2022Can I pay at the point of checking in?
Yes you can. We always charge the payment upon arrival.Answered on 6 June 2022- Still looking?
Property surroundings
Facilities of Laivahostel S/S Bore
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Clothes rack
- CyclingOff-site
- Coffee house on site
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Luggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/puzzles
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Non-smoking rooms
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Sauna
- English
- Finnish
- Swedish
House rulesLaivahostel S/S Bore takes special requests - add in the next step!
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.
The fine printNeed-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
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Check-in at Laivahostel S/S Bore is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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Guests staying at Laivahostel S/S Bore can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.8).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Buffet
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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.
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Laivahostel S/S Bore offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Sauna
- Cycling
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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.
