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Laivahostel Borea

Linnankatu 72, Turku 20100, Finland
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Turku, Finland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 December 2012

There are two separate sides in this old cruiseship which has been turned into a hotel and a hostel. The city of Turku is hosting the hostel and ms Borea company the actual hotel. My review covers the hotel side. Bear in mind that this is a real cruise ship which actually has cruised between Turku and Stockholm in 1970's.... More

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Dear Mari, please note that this site is ONLY for the hostel. We would appreciate if you review ONLY the company for which this site is. Kind regards, Staff of Laivahostel Borea More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 August 2012 via mobile

These are basic accommodations (stuff your own duvet) but the price is right and it's a fun place to stay. The staff are young, friendly and helpful. The breakfast is basic and the coffee is strong and good. The location is convenient to the maritime museum, the castle and the ferry lines and a short bus ride to town. The... More

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Address: Linnankatu 72, Turku 20100, Finland
Region: Finland > Western Finland > Turku
Amenities:
Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 6 Speciality lodging in Turku
Price range (per night): RM208 - 308
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Spend the night in the maritime atmosphere on board. On board the boat hostel there are 43 comfortable cabins equippedwith shower and WC. The price includes bed linen, towels and breakfast, served in the ship’s buffet restaurant. Free morning sauna is heated up in the crew’s former quarters. Guests are also provided with wireless internet access, luggage storage and laundry facilities.M/S Bore was built in 1960 in Oskarshamn in Sweden. The museum ship has found its rightful place on the River Aura, right next to the Maritime Centre Forum Marinum. The location is ideal: the port of Turku is within easy walking distance, and the No. 1 bus will bring guests from the airport and bus station directly to the hostel. If arriving with your own car there is plenty of free parking. You are also in the perfect spot to start your own walking tour of the River Aura. The reception is open 24/7. Check in time between 3 pm and 9 pm. Welcome! ... more   less 
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