Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Helsinki?

The average price for a night in a hostel in Helsinki is ₪45 compared to ₪161 for a night in a hotel.

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Best Helsinki hostels

Forenom Hostel Helsinki Merihaka

7.1 Good

Sörnäinen₪188+

₪188+

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

Hostel Suomenlinna

8.8 Very good

Suomenlinna₪288+

₪288+

Free Wi-Fi

Pet friendly

Eurohostel - Helsinki - Lobby

Eurohostel

8.2 Very good

Katajanokka₪204+

₪204+

Free Wi-Fi

Pet friendly

Forenom Hostel Helsinki Pitäjänmäki - Helsinki - Living room

Forenom Hostel Helsinki Pitäjänmäki

6.6 Okay

Pitäjänmäki₪257+

₪257+

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pet friendly

Air Conditioning

Forenom Hostel Helsinki Kutomotie - Helsinki - Lobby

Forenom Hostel Helsinki Kutomotie

6 Okay

Pitäjänmäki₪752+

₪752+

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

Sweetdream Guesthouse - Helsinki - Bedroom

Sweetdream Guesthouse

8.1 Very good

Kallio₪175+

₪175+

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

Cheapsleep Helsinki - Hostel - Helsinki - Building

Cheapsleep Helsinki - Hostel

8.1 Very good

Vallila₪186+

₪186+

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

Arkadia Hotel & Hostel - Helsinki

Arkadia Hotel & Hostel

5.1 Fair

Suurmetsä₪175+

₪175+

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pet friendly

Hmi Smart Group 670 - Helsinki

Hmi Smart Group 670

7.8 Good

Pasila₪150+

₪150+

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

Hmi Smart Group 665 - Helsinki

Hmi Smart Group 665

7 Good

Pasila₪190+

₪190+

Free Wi-Fi

Hmi Smart Group 209 - Helsinki

Hmi Smart Group 209

7.7 Good

Pasila₪207+

₪207+

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

Hmi Smart Group 220 - Helsinki

Hmi Smart Group 220

7.2 Good

Pasila₪172+

₪172+

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

Hmi Smart Group 661 - Helsinki

Hmi Smart Group 661

8 Very good

Pasila₪208+

₪208+

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

Hmi Smart Group 215 - Helsinki

Hmi Smart Group 215

7.8 Good

Pasila₪172+

₪172+

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

Hmi Smart Group 656 - Helsinki

Hmi Smart Group 656

7.4 Good

Pasila₪172+

₪172+

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

Hmi Smart Group 222 - Helsinki

Hmi Smart Group 222

7.2 Good

Pasila₪161+

₪161+

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

Hmi Smart Group 213 - Helsinki

Hmi Smart Group 213

7.7 Good

Pasila₪157+

₪157+

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

The Yard Hostel

8.7 Very good

Kamppi₪327+

₪327+

Hostel Diana Park

8.7 Very good

Punavuori₪255+

₪255+

Moi Aikatalo Hostel Helsinki - Helsinki - Bedroom

Moi Aikatalo Hostel Helsinki

8.6 Very good

Kluuvi₪292+

₪292+

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KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Helsinki

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Helsinki with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Helsinki?

Hostels are cheapest in Helsinki in November, with average rates of ₪350. In comparison, August is the most expensive month, with prices at ₪948.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Helsinki?

Thursday offers the lowest rates in Helsinki, with an average nightly price of ₪466. The highest prices are found on Tuesday, with average rates at ₪761.

How early should you book a hostel in Helsinki?

Book at least 58 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Helsinki hostel.

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2 stars and below

Low season	November
High season	August
Average price (weeknight)	₪157
Average price (weekend night)	₪181

Cheapest month to stay with an average 37% drop in price.

Most expensive month to stay with an average 70% rise in price.

Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Staying at a hostel in Helsinki is a popular method of finding inexpensive accommodations in the city and the greater metropolitan area, which is well served by several tram lines, the national rail system, and the metropolitan bus service. When booking a hostel in Helsinki, it is important to pay attention to the "House Rules" wherever outlined, because these highlight important bits of information like cancellation policies, check-in and check-out times, etc.
Located in the Kaartinkaupunki district of downtown Helsinki is Hostel Diana Park, an accommodation well suited to groups of visitors, as it has rooms that can sleep from four to eight people with community bathrooms. There are two trams lines (3 and 6) and the Helsinki Central Rail station that provide public transportation to other parts of the city, but you can find several landmarks within walking distance of this hostel in Helsinki, including Ateneum Art Museum and Swedish Theatre. Among the neighborhood eateries are Natura Restaurant and Sushibar+wine.
The Yard Concept Hostel at Kalevankatu 3 is another downtown hostel in Helsinki that is affordable for the single traveler. Most of the rooms have twin beds with privacy curtains, but the bathrooms are shared. This property is also close to the 3 and 6 tram lines and the Helsinki Central Rail station, and some places of interest within walking distance include the Finnish National Theater, the Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, and the main thoroughfare—Aleksanterinkatu Street. Unicafe is a nearby restaurant, and Tavastia Club is a bar close by.
Owing to its location near Central Park and its private rooms with ensuite bathrooms, Myo Hostel is worthy of consideration for couples seeking value for the price. This newly built boutique hostel is located in the residential Ruskeasuo district, a few miles outside of Helsinki’s city center and reachable directly by the 415 bus from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Among the landmarks in the vicinity are the Helsinki Olympic Stadium and the Sibelius Monument. Although there are no restaurants or bars in the area, you can catch the tram or bus from the main street into the city center.
If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 32 days before your stay to get the best price for a Helsinki hostel.
Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Helsinki for 1 day.

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Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Helsinki?
The average price for a night in a hostel in Helsinki is ₪45 compared to ₪161 for a night in a hotel.