Wherever Mini Hostel in Rovaniemi
✅ Central location in Rovaniemi with easy access to train station, shopping mall, and restaurants ✅ Highly praised cleanliness with spotless common areas and well-maintained facilities ✅ Comfortable beds noted as the best ever in a hostel by multiple guests ✅ Friendly and attentive staff, especially Alisa, who provides helpful local tips and personal attention ✅ Well-equipped and clean shared kitchen that encourages socializing among guests ✅ Unique opportunity to view Northern Lights from the doorstep and connect with professional aurora hunters ❌ Late check-in only available after 15:00 which some guests found inconvenient ❌ Occasional brief noise at night from university bar-goers passing by the ground-floor hostel ❌ One guest reported an unpleasant smell from a neighboring guest during their stay
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Description
Wherever Mini Hostel in Rovaniemi offers a compact, modern stay with 12 rooms including Bed in Dorm, Standard, Standard Family, and Standard Quintuple Family rooms. This 2-star hostel scores highly for cleanliness and amenities, both rated 9/10, and has a welcoming service rated similarly. It features essential facilities such as free Wi-Fi, shared kitchen, laundry (paid), and dry cleaning (paid). Note that children are not permitted and pets are allowed upon request with a fee. The hostel opens check-in at 15:00 and requires checkout by 11:00. Guests highlight its stylish interiors, spotless common areas, and exceptionally comfortable beds. The staff, especially Alisa, receives praise for attentiveness and helpfulness. Travelers have enjoyed seeing the Northern Lights from the doorstep and shared how the hostel connects them with local aurora hunters for unique experiences. The shared kitchen is well-stocked and clean, making it a good spot to meet fellow travelers.
Location
Wherever Mini Hostel is located at Kansankatu 10, right in the heart of Rovaniemi. It’s a short 5-minute walk to the river and the city’s main shopping mall. The bus station is 8 minutes away on foot, while the train station lies about 15 minutes away. Nearby dining options include Restaurant Gastro Finland Oy just 61 meters away and Rang Mahal Indian Restaurant 334 meters away. For outdoor recreation, Ounaskoski beach is within 880 meters. The airport (RVN) is approximately 8 km from the hostel, making transfers straightforward for travelers arriving by air.
Tips
- Arrive after 15:00 for smooth check-in since earlier check-in is not available.
- Take advantage of the well-stocked shared kitchen to meet other travelers.
- If interested in the Northern Lights, ask the staff about local aurora hunters for guided night trips.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children are not permitted to stay at this property
- Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
- Pets: Pets are allowed on request Fee: €20.00 (approx. US$23.64) per pet per night
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 11:00.
Services and facilities
- Elevator/lift
- Smoke-free property
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Television in lobby
- Express check-in
- Reception desk
- Laundry
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Common kitchen
- Microwave oven
- Free Wi-Fi
- Airport transportation
- Tour assistance
- Library
- Parking
- Pets allowed
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 880 m. It takes 13 minutes To the beach!
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Reviews
Very clean and comfortable.
I used everything from the kitchen even some pasta.
It is near to city center, 5min to shoping mall,
15min train station and 8min to bus station.
The only problem was the late check in after 15.00 but very ease to do it
COMMON AREAS
I was half-working remote and the common area was just wonderful. I fell in love the moment I stepped in. I was so productive on the giant couch thing. I also was so comfy working in bed. Hostel Koti... the cafe was great downstairs to hang out, but it was closed after 5. The hostel common area/kitchen was OK and I met some people, but just a bit boring.
BEDS
Most comfortable bed and pillow I've ever had in a hostel. Koti's bed was like a cot. Wherever Hostel wins this one too.
KITCHEN
Both were fine but I liked Wherever's kitchen more, and lots more goodies. It was also super clean.
CLEANLINESS
Both were clean enough. But in Koti's, I could smell the pipes in some bathrooms. Gross. Wherever Hostel took cleanliness to another level. I would constantly see the manager in the daytime even pick up the littlest things off the floor. This may be unfair comparison b/c Koti is way bigger, but it is what it is.
LOCATION
Okay, this one is hard. I think I liked Koti's slightly better because it was closer to the river. But Wherever Hostel is closer to the train station, main mall, my fav restaurant, and a block away from the best bike shop in town. Still was only a 5min walk to the river. HOWEVER - something I noticed is that Wherever Hostel seems to be on a common route for late-night bar-goers from the university. Since the hostel is on the ground floor, sometimes you could hear them at night. Not close to a bar though so it only ever lasted 1-2 seconds at a time.
Also Wherever has the BEST SHOWER i've ever had in a hostel. There are also so many shampoos out for everyone to use.
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Frequently asked questions about Wherever Mini Hostel
What types of rooms are available at Wherever Mini Hostel?
The hostel offers Bed in Dorm, Standard room, Standard Family room, and Standard Quintuple Family room.
Are pets allowed at the hostel?
Pets are allowed on request with a fee of approximately 20 euros per pet per night.
Is breakfast included at Wherever Mini Hostel?
Contact the hotel directly for current details.
How far is the nearest beach from the hostel?
Ounaskoski beach is 880 meters from the hostel.
Does the hostel provide laundry and dry cleaning services?
Yes, laundry and dry cleaning are available for an additional fee.
