Helsinki, the capital of Finland, is situated on the Baltic Sea and is a popular European city to visit. Tourists will enjoy the historic Finnish architecture that is more that 450 years old, and the natural beauty of the Finnish archipelago, made up of hundreds of small islands surrounding the city. Attractions include the Helsinki Zoo, the National Museum of Finland, and the Suomenlinna Sea Fortress.(see reference 1 &2)
Eurohostel is located in the Skatudden area of Helsinki, and is close to the Presidential Palace and Uspenski Cathedral. The largest hostel in Finland, Eurohostel has 255 beds available in 138 dormitory-style rooms. The Backpacker rooms and the Eurohostel rooms come in single, twin, triple and family sizes. Backpacker rooms are basic hostel-style rooms while the Eurohostel rooms offer slightly more traditional amenities with optional PayTV, new furniture and soundproof walls. Each floor has a separate bathroom facility for men and women. Eurohostel also has a sauna, laundry facility and a self-service full kitchen. The hostel 's restaurant, Katajanmarja offers an extensive choice of Finnish beers, and serves American favorites such as pizza and fries. As of September 2010, rates at the Eurohostel started at about $63 a night.
Eurohostel
Linnankatu 9
00160 Helsinki
Finland
011 +358 (0)9 6220 470
eurohostel.eu
Located 20 minutes from the Helsinki city center, The Conference Hotel Rantapuisto Oy is a seaside conference hotel that offers simple accommodations. Its 67 rooms feature satellite television, high speed Internet, desks and chairs. Hotel amenities includes a complimentary breakfast, a bar, a sauna, a business center and a fitness room. You can also request hypo-allergenic bedding. Rates start at $79 as of September 2010.
Conference Hotel Rantapuisto Oy
Ramsinniementie 14
Helsinki 00980
Finland
011 +358 (0)9 31911
rantapuisto.fi
The Stadion Hostel is located in the heart of Helsinki in the Olympic Stadium and close to most major attractions. Amenities in this traditional hostel include a TV room, a library and dining room, self serve kitchen and a restaurant. Stadion Hostel has a total of 159 beds available in 24 rooms. Most rooms are dormitory style, and have nine to 12 single beds, so you are likely to share a room with other hostel guests. You can rent a locker to safeguard your valuables. There are some private rooms available if you would like more privacy. All bathrooms are shared. As of September 2010, rates start at about $26 a night.
Stadion Hotel
Pohjoinen Stadiontie 4
Helsinki 00250
Finland
011 +358 9 477 8480
stadionhostel.fi
Hotel Arthur offers affordable and comfortable accommodations in the middle of downtown Helsinki, very close to the railway station. There is an on-site restaurant and conference rooms for special events. Hotel Arthur has 167 rooms and suites with Pay TV, comfortable bedding and small workspaces. Large rooms for groups or families can include three to five beds. Rates start from $93 a night as of September 2010.
Hotel Arthur
Vuorikatu 19
Helsinki 00100
Finland
011 +358 9 173 441
hotelarthur.fi
