The Yard Hostel

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Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

Excellent location!

9.6

About this property

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 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Helsinki, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 bunk bed
2 single beds
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2 bunk beds
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Kirstie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“loved everything. great location in the city center with plenty of buses/trams etc. to use. I stayed while i was attending a concert in the apollo music venue, this was a 2 min walk from the hostel which was great! The hostel itself was lovely,...”
Tahir
Pakistan Pakistan
“I wish All Hostels are as Clean, Comfortable and Location wise as Good as this. I have stayed more than 20 Hostels and this one is outstand with all. Nice Sitting area for Socializing. Kitchen and Utensils are good. Lot of information like about...”
Jericha
Estonia Estonia
“Location is definitely a plus! the place is also very quiet!”
Chihchun
Taiwan Taiwan
“Receptionists were nice and friendly. They got really hot water which other places I’ve stayed in Finland don’t. That makes me really happy :D Facilities were nice and well-organized, close to the main station. Everything was perfect.”
Denisa
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“I loved the calm and cozy atmosphere of the hostel; it felt really homey despite it being a shared space. Appreciated the materials and a board with tips from staff regarding activities, food and transportation. The location of the hostel is great...”
Diong
Malaysia Malaysia
“The location is very central and it is very convenient to travel around.”
Diong
Malaysia Malaysia
“The location is very close to the Central Station and it is very convenient. The facilities provided are suitable for our needs.”
Beatrice
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Hostel was comfortable and clean, the self check in was smooth and the location was great”
Iza
Poland Poland
“- great location - home-like interior design, common room, kitchen - common bathrooms cleanliness - possibility to store luggage for the whole day”
Jakob
Germany Germany
“Such a lovely place - almost feels like a shared flat and like home! I would highly reccommend it! Such a cozy vibe!”

Property surroundings

House rules

The Yard Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
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 option.
Children and beds

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.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Need-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 facade will undergo a façade renovation from the 1st of August until the 22nd of December 2025. During this, the windows + balcony in rooms facing the street 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.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.