Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel

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Scored 8
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.0

Property highlights

About this property

Located just 1.6 km from Rajalla På Gränsen Shopping Centre, this hostel is right on Haparanda’s main square, Torget. It offers a stylish restaurant, a fully equipped communal kitchen and free WiFi internet access. The Sweden-Finland border is just 1 km away. Svefi Vandrarhem’s rooms include standard rooms in several buildings around the square. Each room has a private bathroom with a shower and cable TV. Bed linen and towels are provided. Svefi’s restaurant Minerva serves daily lunch specials. Other facilities include a TV room. IKEA, the Historical Museum and the Aine Art Museum are all within 2 km of the hotel. Tornio is just 500 metres away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Free cot available on request

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

  • Top pick by families with children

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Jon188
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Comfortable room easy walk from Railway station Kitchen well equipped and free coffee”
Friederike
Germany Germany
“Practically furnished hostel in a well-maintained and quiet area. Room and shared kitchen were super clean. Self-check-in was easy.”
Jussi
Finland Finland
“Easy booking. Clean and tidy. Clear information how to get into the room. For the price this was very nice”
Christopher
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Functional, clean and value student accommodation.”
Warren
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very friendly helpful staff, super location, easy parking and use of the kitchen facilities.”
Sara
Finland Finland
“Good location, safe and clean. Curtains that blocked all light was perfect for the Summer and able to sleep. Self service laundry room was great!”
Zsolt
Hungary Hungary
“Very pleasant accommodation, easy access, well-equipped room, comfortable bed.”
Denise
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“In the centre of the lovely town, pretty room and great facilities”
Mikey
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything was AMAZING!..Excellent Wifi..Lots of hot water with fab shower..comfy beds..felt secure and safe and warm!..Complimentary Breakfast in the Minerva Restaurant was more than expected and staff very friendly..Highly recommended..Thank...”
Iris
Norway Norway
“Simple, clean, cozy, comfortable, quiet. Contactless check-in, clear instructions. A comfortable bed. A shared kitchen with household appliances, a refrigerator, a coffee machine and even coffee! Separate shower and toilet in the room. Soap. The...”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurang Minerva
  • Cuisine
    Local
  • Open for
    Lunch
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Free cot available on request

House rules

Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the restaurant is open for lunch from Monday to Friday. We do not serve breakfast.