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 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free private parking available at the hotel

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
and
1 futon bed
1 large double bed
and
2 futon beds
1 single bed
and
2 bunk beds
2 single beds
2 single beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.2
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Matt
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I was staying in the smaller yellow building tucked away from the square. I really liked the slightly old fashioned wallpaper in my room. There is a spacious kitchen and a communal area.
  • Christina
    Finland Finland
    The hostel was conveniently located in the centre of Haparanda. Very good value for money!
  • Ingrid-maria
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good location, easy parking, felt safe, good clean facilities, dog friendly, great breakfast included during weekdays.

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • City view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Lift
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Wellness
    • Sauna
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Finnish
    • Swedish

    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 enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    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

    0 - 3 years
    Cot upon request
    SEK 50 per stay

    Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    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 on request. Charges may be applicable.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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

    Guests arriving outside check-in hours, or at weekends are kindly asked to contact the hostel in advance. Contact details are provided in the booking confirmation.

    Kindly observe that the rooms, reception and restaurant are all located in different buildings.

    Please note that the restaurant is open from Monday to Friday. Dinner has to be booked in advance and is for group reservations only.

    FAQs about Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel

    • The nearest beach is just 150 yards from Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Sauna
      • Golf course (within 3 km)

    • Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel is 250 yards from the centre of Haparanda. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel include:

      • Twin
      • Double
      • Triple

    • The prices at Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.