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

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

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

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Rooms with:

  • City view

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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  • 2 single beds
City view
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
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  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
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US$93 per night
Price US$278
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City view
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US$102 per night
Price US$306
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City view
Ensuite bathroom
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US$102 per night
Price US$306
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Guests who stayed here loved

Lukas
Czech Republic Czech Republic
Placed right in the town center and close to the border. Self check-in was streightforward. Dormitory-style but would recommend even to visitors prefering hotels.
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!
Viara
Luxembourg Luxembourg
For a hostel, this is a wonderful place, clean and agreeable. Rooms are larger than average, kitchen and living are very pleasant. The building is beautiful.
Joeri
Netherlands Netherlands
Good hostel with all facilities included. TV, private bathroom with toilet. There is a good laundry room that is included in the price. Also included towels and bedsheets. It's a complete experience. Good location.
Zsolt
Hungary Hungary
Very pleasant accommodation, easy access, well-equipped room, comfortable bed.

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

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
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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

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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.
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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.