Laivahostel S/S Bore
Linnankatu 72
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Why people book this hotel
“Good breakfast”
“The breakfast very good and tasty”
“Staff and position”
“The staff was very friendly”
“The unique location was amazing, the atmosphere of the old cruise ship is one of…”
“The location is great”
“Very good breakfast, friendly staff, amazing experience sleep at the boat”
“The experience was great: sleeping in a ship”
“Atmosphere, clean and hot showers, being on a ship”
“Great spot for anyone catching ferry for Stockholm, quirky accommodation and gre…”
Overview
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.
Traveller reviews
francesco vico
solo_traveller
June 14, 2026
Staff and position
Isolde
couple
June 13, 2026
“One a kind experience at a great price!”
The unique location was amazing, the atmosphere of the old cruise ship is one of a kind!
Ruzzel
solo_traveller
June 12, 2026
“Very good place to stay😊”
Ádám
solo_traveller
June 5, 2026
“Unique experience”
It is interesting to stay on an old ship. The location is great.
Kate
solo_traveller
June 1, 2026
“Last stop in Finland before heading over to Sweden”
Great spot for anyone catching ferry for Stockholm, quirky accommodation and great value. Good breakfast .
Casimir
solo_traveller
May 31, 2026
The staff was very friendly. Everything was fine.
baca12
solo_traveller
May 25, 2026
Very good breakfast, friendly staff, amazing experience sleep at the boat
Vincent
extended_group
May 17, 2026
“We will look forward to staying on the Bore again but will hope for better neighbours.”
We have stayed here before and have always enjoyed the uniqueness of the Bore.
Cheryl
solo_traveller
May 17, 2026
Cheap and ideally located.
Ioana
solo_traveller
May 11, 2026
“Good accommodation, value for money,”
The experience was great: sleeping in a ship. The breakfast very good and tasty.
Julia K
solo_traveller
May 10, 2026
It was small and it was old - and it had so much old-school charme. It was super easy to reach by bus. The breakfast buffet was small but very tasty. In the evening, I sat on the deck in the sun and some kid practiced plying his trumpet right there. Perfect memory!
Justina
couple
May 2, 2026
Great breakfast.
Sasha
solo_traveller
April 26, 2026
“overpriced and depressing”
breakfast was ok, generous amount at buffet
Alison
solo_traveller
April 25, 2026
It was fun to stay in a cabin on a ship
Daniel
solo_traveller
March 23, 2026
“Great if you need to catch a ferry”
Something unique, close to ferry
Kaja
extended_group
March 22, 2026
Hospitality, atmophere
Denise
couple
March 18, 2026
“I will be back for sure”
The friendly staff, the proximity to the castle and the idea of being in a 60’ cruise! So cool
Faidh
solo_traveller
February 8, 2026
“If you want to experience a cruise...”
Without going anywhere go here
William
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
Absolutely brilliant place. The breakfast is really good, it may not be like in all big hotels with much to choose but there are everything you need to stay healthy.
Maciej
extended_group
January 19, 2026
“weekend in Turku with friends”
Atmosphere, clean and hot showers, being on a ship.
Facilities
Activities
Cycling
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request)
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, Heating, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Sun terrace
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key card access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Vending machine (drinks), Vending machine (snacks), Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area
Triple Cabin
This cabin includes a separate bed and a bunk bed, wardrobe and a private bathroom with shower. Some cabins have a small port whole window while others do not have a window.
Two person cabin
This cabin includes either two separate beds or a bunk bed, wardrobe and a private bathroom with shower. Some cabins have a small port whole window while others do not have a window.
Quadruple Cabin
This cabin includes two bunk beds, a wardrobe and a private bathroom with shower. The cabin has a small port hole window.
Single Room
This cabin includes a bed, wardrobe and a private bathroom with shower. Some cabins have a small port whole window while others do not have a window.
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