The Yard Hostel
Kalevankatu 3 A 45, Kamppi, 00100 Helsinki, Finland – Excellent location - show map – Metro and railway access
The Yard Hostel
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. Bathroom facilities at The Yard Hostel are shared. The large common lounge includes dining tables, sofas and a TV and is a place to relax and meet other guests. Games are also available. Restaurants, bars and cafés can be found in the surrounding area. Stockmann Department Store and Forum Shopping Centre are both located around the corner. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is 21 km away from The Yard Hostel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
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Guests who stayed here loved
Anastasia
United Kingdom“Very good location, close to center and train station. Nearby are several big shopping centers, restaurants and cafes. You can come up at to the hostel floor with an elevator. The hostel itself is very clean, cozy and comfortable. Beds are...”- Walter United Kingdom“Everything is how a hostel should be, amazing. I arrived in a cold early November, so it was pretty quiet. I guess this hostel will be busy with a lot of happenings in spring and fall seasons. Location is perfect, 5 .mins walk from the main...”
Wilson United Kingdom“Modern, friendly and quiet hostel with excellent staff and facilities.”
Veronika
Greece“A very cozy, small and welcoming hostel! Perfect for solo travelers. I stayed at a female only dormitory and was very pleasantly surprised how welcome and relaxed I felt inside the room, but also in the common areas. It is clean, straight forward...”
Hijam
India“Cleanliness, cooperative staff and centrality of the location”
Elena
Germany“The hostel was nearby stockmann( a huge shopping mall) and restaurants(especially hesburger) which I liked to go. It is also very close to the main train station in Helsinki.”
Douglas
Ireland“Really good information board, friendly staff and rooms are really clean!”
Xinlan
Japan“The location is pretty good, near to the train station and very close to the biggest shopping mall. The room was warm and clean, in bathrooms you can always get hot water which is nice in cold days.”
Anna
New Zealand“Hostel was so much cosier than I expected! There's a door code security system so it was also super quiet”
Barry Germany“Best hostel in finland, one of the bests in europe. Allways making new friends. Located in the party area. I come every year.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few hours
Can I use my own sleeping bag?
Yes, why not :)Answered on 6 September 2019Do you offer luggage storage?
Yes! Free luggage storage on day of arrival and day of departure.Answered on 6 September 2019Hi, you said 19 Aug "Unfortunately we have a first come first serve-policy with the beds, so we don't reserve them." Do you mean whoever arrives at th..
Hi, Yes, check-in is at 3 pm. We can try our best to reserve a lower bed for you, however we can't guarantee it if the lower beds are already occupie..Answered on 19 August 2022Hi! I didn’t see in the pictures a place to store and lock your luggage. Is this possible? Thank you!
Hi there! There are pictures in our gallery of the drawers under the beds, where you can store and lock your luggage. If you forgot your lock you can ..Answered on 20 October 2022Hi, do you offer cleaning items such as shampoo, toothpaste? how many shared bathrooms are available? does bathroom open 24 hours?
Hi! We offer shampoo, unfortunately no toothpaste although you can buy some at the reception! There's 4 shared bathrooms, that are available for customers 24/7.Answered on 17 December 2022Can I arrive At midnight? Late flight.
Yes absolutely! After a successful prepayment 3 days prior to arrival, we will send you the codes and instructions for late arrival. :)Answered on 3 February 2020- Still looking?
Property surroundings
Facilities of The Yard HostelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.9
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Toilet paper
- Toilet
- Shared bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Shared kitchen
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Tour or class about local culture
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking tours
- Movie nights
- CyclingOff-site
- Games room
- Parking garage
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
- Public transport ticketsAdditional charge
- Grocery deliveriesAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Lockers
- Private check-in/check-out
- Luggage storageAdditional charge
- Express check-in/check-out
- Board games/puzzles
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- English
- Finnish
- Swedish
House rulesThe Yard Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 2 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
You will receive an email with your door codes and instructions for check-in on the morning of your arrival. You will need these to get into the building and check in.
The property's courtyard will undergo a façade renovation from the 15th of May until the 31st of October 2024. During this, the windows in the rooms facing the courtyard will be covered. The works will not take place in the early hours, late evenings or on the weekends. The hostel remains open as usual during the renovations.
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 The Yard Hostel 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.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
FAQs about The Yard Hostel
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The Yard Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Games room
- Movie nights
- Bike tours
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Walking tours
- Tour or class about local culture
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Check-in at The Yard Hostel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
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The prices at The Yard Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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The Yard Hostel is 400 yards from the centre of Helsinki. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
