Hostel Café Koti in Rovaniemi
✅ Clean and comfortable rooms with good mattresses and hand bidets ✅ Free sauna access daily from 6 to 7 pm for men and women separately ✅ Friendly, helpful staff with easy after-hours self check-in ✅ Shared kitchen and lounge areas facilitate socializing among guests ✅ Breakfast buffet with a good selection and quality food ✅ Convenient central location close to transport and city attractions ✅ Secure lockers in rooms and free bike parking available ❌ Reception is not open 24/7, requiring self check-in for late arrivals ❌ Rooms lack TVs and radios, which some guests expected ❌ Thin mattresses and noisy beds reported in dormitories ❌ Window blinds insufficient to block summer light ❌ Breakfast and lunch options sometimes considered basic or limited
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Description
Hostel Café Koti in Rovaniemi offers a modern, clean, and practical stay with 54 rooms ranging from dormitory beds to superior double rooms and quadruple apartments. Guests appreciate the quiet atmosphere despite the central location, with amenities including heating, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and paid laundry and dry cleaning services. The hostel features a shared kitchen, lounge, garden, terrace, and a restaurant on-site. Notably, guests can enjoy free use of the sauna for one hour daily between 6 and 7 pm. The rooms provide lockers and comfortable beds, with some rooms equipped with hand bidets. Breakfast is served buffet-style with a good variety including bread, porridge, and coffee. Check-in starts at 15:00, with the front desk closing early, but self check-in options are available for late arrivals. Pets are allowed upon request with a fee. Overall, the hostel balances affordability with convenient facilities suitable for solo travelers, groups, and families alike.
Location
Hostel Café Koti is situated in central Rovaniemi at Valtakatu 21, just 440 meters from Ounaskoski beach and close to key city attractions. It is within walking distance to shops, the city center, and the Santa Claus office. Public transport connections are convenient, with bus stops nearby offering routes to Santa Claus Village and the airport express bus. Nearby dining options include Restaurant Puolakka Ravintolat Ky (163 m), Curry Masala (239 m), and Rovaniemen Oluthuone (282 m). The Rovaniemi Airport is approximately 8 km away, making transfers manageable. The hostel’s location is praised for easy access to both natural sights like the river and urban amenities.
Tips
- If you plan to arrive late, use the self check-in instructions as the reception closes early.
- Bring earplugs if staying in a dormitory as beds can be noisy.
- Take advantage of the shared kitchen and sauna to enhance your stay.
- Booking a room with a hand bidet may add comfort during your visit.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
- Breakfast: Continental [Mon - Fri] 07:00-10:00 Open
[Sat - Sun] 08:00-11:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property. - Pets: Pets are allowed on request Fee: €15.00 (approx. US$17.73) per room per stay
- Service animals: Service animals are allowed on request
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: MasterCard, Visa
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 11:00.
Services and facilities
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Security guard
- Express check-in/check-out
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Electric car charging
- Family room
- Smoke Detector
- Shower
- Wardrobe/Closet
- Toiletries
- Laundry
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Common kitchen
- Restaurant
- Microwave oven
- Free Wi-Fi
- English
- Multi-language staff
- Library
- Bike rental
- Hiking
- Parking
- First Aid Kit
- Playroom
- Pets allowed
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 440 m. It takes 7 minutes To the beach!
Hotel view
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Reviews
One of the highlights of the stay is that the accommodation provides basic cooking essentials, which is very helpful for guests who prefer to prepare simple meals during their trip. The facilities are practical and suitable for a comfortable short or extended stay.
Overall, it is a convenient and pleasant place to stay, especially for travellers who value location and simple self-catering options.
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Frequently asked questions about Hostel Café Koti
Does Hostel Café Koti offer private rooms or only dormitory beds?
The hostel offers a variety of room types including Bed in Dorm, Bed in Dorm (female dorm), Standard Quintuple room, Standard room, Standard Triple room, Standard Quadruple Family room, Standard Double room, Superior Double room, and Quadruple Apartment.
Is there a sauna available at the hostel?
Yes, guests can use the sauna for free for one hour daily between 6:00 and 7:00 pm, with separate times for men and women.
Are pets allowed at Hostel Café Koti?
Pets are allowed on request with a fee of €15.00 (approximately US$17.73) per room per stay. Service animals are also permitted upon request.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00. The front desk is not open 24 hours, but self check-in is possible for late arrivals.
Is breakfast included and what does it consist of?
Breakfast is continental and served buffet-style from Monday to Friday 07:00-10:00 and weekends 08:00-11:00. Additional breakfast fees are not included in the room price and must be paid at the property.
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