Name: Giljanes Hostel
Address: 8 á Hillingatanga, 360 Sandavágur, Faroe Islands, 8 á Hillingatanga, 360, Faroe Islands
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $30 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.6

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Hostel Giljanes Hostel

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8 á Hillingatanga, 360 Sandavágur, Faroe Islands –

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I stayed in this hostel for 7 days together with a friend and we had an amazing stay. The rooms are clean, the living room is very cozy, the kitchen is very well equipped and will have everything you need, but most of all the atmosphere in the hostel was great + Kristjan, the owner, is a super nice guy and very helpful. Defintely stay here if you get the chance.

Joran, Netherlands

The administrator upgraded us to bunks in a bus, when the tents provided did not suit. We had no idea when we were told we would be in a tent that they would be so tiny.

Carl, United States of America

Awesome breakfast and location. Very friendly hostel. Christian is the best host! The hostel vibes were so relaxing.

Thirakun, Thailand

Amazing kitchen space. Great patio. Space is ideal to cook with folks and make new travel buddies.

Nathan, United States of America

I’ve been to here during Easter. The location is pretty good if you take a plane from the airport (it’s like 10km from the hostel). It was very warm and the host is very good. The bed was comfy. The room and the overall hostel was clean. For sure I’ll get back here! ;)

Notting, Poland

The booking agent was extremely helpful and accommodations were clean and up to par.

John, United States of America

Wonderful location close to hiking trails, super clean hostel and friendly owner. Definitely recommended to others!

Bartejs, Czech Republic

Perfect location. Very accessible. Close to the airport and the bus stop is just a few minutes walk. The owner was nice and the place was lovely. The rooms and kitchen are so clean, comfy and cozy!

Angelica, Philippines

Close to the airport and a great place for solo travelers to meet other.

Anonymous, United States of America

Very friendly and helpful staff. Convenient and easy to find location near Vagar airport. Large kitchen area.

Anonymous, United States of America

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What guests loved the most:
“I stayed in this hostel for 7 days together with a friend and we had an amazing stay. ”

Joran Netherlands
“The administrator upgraded us to bunks in a bus, when the tents provided did not suit. We had no idea when we were told we would be in a tent that they would be so tiny.”

Carl United States of America
“Awesome breakfast and location. Very friendly hostel. Christian is the best host! The hostel vibes were so relaxing.”

Thirakun Thailand
“Amazing kitchen space. Great patio. Space is ideal to cook with folks and make new travel buddies.”

Nathan United States of America
“I’ve been to here during Easter. The location is pretty good if you take a plane from the airport (it’s like 10km from the hostel). It was very warm and the host is very good. The bed was comfy. ”

Notting Poland
“The booking agent was extremely helpful and accommodations were clean and up to par.”

John United States of America
“Wonderful location close to hiking trails, super clean hostel and friendly owner. Definitely recommended to others!”

Bartejs Czech Republic
“Perfect location. Very accessible. Close to the airport and the bus stop is just a few minutes walk. The owner was nice and the place was lovely. The rooms and kitchen are so clean, comfy and cozy!”

Angelica Philippines
“Close to the airport and a great place for solo travelers to meet other.”

United States of America
“Very friendly and helpful staff. Convenient and easy to find location near Vagar airport. Large kitchen area.”

United States of America

Featuring a shared lounge and free WiFi, Giljanes Hostel is located in Sandavágur. Staff on site can arrange airport transfers.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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	Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
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	Small Double Room with Shared Bathroom 1 full bed	Show prices
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Area Info – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Airports

Vagar Airport
3.8 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Close to airport, friendly staff, close to lake Leitvatn.”

Martina

Czech Republic

9.1

“Giljanes Hostel is definitely one of the coolest accommodations in Faroe Islands. I've ended up there after few wet and windy nights and was surprised by ...”

Lukáš

Czech Republic

8.7

“Excellent position to reach some of the main points of interests of the islands, such as Gasaladur, Bosdalafossur and Mykines. Moreover, the airport is only a f...”

Barbara

Italy

9.1

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2:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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Until 10:30 AM

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Children and Extra Beds

All children are welcome.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

No age restriction

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Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Giljanes Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Fine Print

Please note that bed linen are not included. You can rent them on site or bring your own.

“I stayed in this hostel for 7 days together with a friend and we had an amazing stay. The rooms are clean, the living room is very cozy, the kitchen is very well equipped and will have everything you need, but most of all the atmosphere in the hostel was great + Kristjan, the owner, is a super nice guy and very helpful. Defintely stay here if you get the chance.”

Joran

Netherlands

“The administrator upgraded us to bunks in a bus, when the tents provided did not suit. We had no idea when we were told we would be in a tent that they would be so tiny.”

Carl

United States of America

“I’ve been to here during Easter. The location is pretty good if you take a plane from the airport (it’s like 10km from the hostel). It was very warm and the host is very good. The bed was comfy. The room and the overall hostel was clean. For sure I’ll get back here! ;)”

Notting

Poland

“Perfect location. Very accessible. Close to the airport and the bus stop is just a few minutes walk. The owner was nice and the place was lovely. The rooms and kitchen are so clean, comfy and cozy!”

Angelica

Philippines

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Newest Reviews for Giljanes Hostel

Reviewed: January 7, 2019

Paskalino
Italy
Age group: 25 – 34
8.3

“Good point for your adventure ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
It's really near to the airport, to the one most famous spot in Faroe, Gasaladur and Drangarnir. It has a good view on the ocean and the common area its really comfortable! But the most important thing is Felix. The red Cat. I love it!

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: December 27, 2018

Simone
Malta
10

“Comfortable and convenient location with cooking facilities”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Good location to explore Vagar

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 24, 2018

Mayven
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Cosy hostel, and I got a room to myself. Very modern kitchen and large clean communal space with a communal cat!

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: December 20, 2018

Alexandre
Faroe Islands
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
The hostel is near the bus station (on the line between the airport and Tórshavn) and has a wonderful view on the surroundings. The common living room + kitchen space is extremely cosy ! ++ Solomon is such a great host, so kind and helpful, thank you !

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 14, 2018

Ana
Slovenia

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I cannot recommend this place enough. The hosts made my stay amazing with their help and kindness. The hostel is great and cozy and it makes you feel very welcome. The location is great very close to the airport and to the atractions of Faroe Island. The hostel also has a great view od the ocean.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: November 23, 2018

Serra
Denmark
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Some travelers don’t keep the kitchen clean.
friendly staff and beautiful view in the morning. not crowded in winter time.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 23, 2018

Anonymous
Estonia
9.6

“Recommended”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Small Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing really to complain, a hostel as you would like it.
The living/kitchen area was surprisingly cosy. I liked that there are three stoves and three sinks and a lot of cupboards in the kitchen.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 21, 2018

Anonymous
Spain

1 helpful vote
6.7

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It wasn't very clean, especially the bathroom. I don't think it was cleaned once while I was there. No Wi-Fi in the rooms. Beds a bit small, but I guess they were okay.
Great location, near beautiful hikings and bus stops. Good kitchen and dining room with everything you could need.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 16, 2018

Anonymous
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
5.8

Okay
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The room was very basic and tiny. No bins apart from the kitchen.
Felix - the cat and a beautiful view from the lounge room

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 1, 2018

Barcelonesa
Spain
Age group: 35 – 44

3 helpful votes
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
nice place and friendly atmosphere

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 26, 2018

Florian
Denmark
10

“10/10”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Quite amazing, I didn't expect it to be so good.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 14, 2018

Felix
Germany
10

“Best bang for your buck on Vagar”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Small Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
The hostel is perfectly located near to the airport, offers a great view from outside and is simply also very well priced compared to other accomodations. Great place to meet other travellers, too. I will be back

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 9, 2018

Martina
Czech Republic
Age group: 25 – 34

5 helpful votes
9.2

“Great place to start exploring”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Common room can get quite busy in the evenings as his place is quite popular.
Close to airport, friendly staff, close to lake Leitvatn.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 28, 2018

Anonymous
United States of America
5.4

“Poor hostel, but a great place to meet fellow travelers”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Ridiculous large fees for sheets, which was 75ddk not noted anywhere and almost as expensive as the stay. Beds were uncomfortable, there was no where to store luggage in the room, no trash cans either. In the bathrooms there were no changing areas. While the lounge space was nice it had s outgrown how many people stay there. Staff were rarely around, I emailed twice and never received a response. If there were more competition they would have to raise their standards. I would only stay again to meet people-not bc it was a great place to stay. There was also no breakfast for purchase as was previously mentioned.
Close to the airport and a great place for solo travelers to meet other.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 24, 2018

Giulia
United Kingdom
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
🤷🏼‍♀️
I had a wonderful time staying at Giljanes Hostel! The living room/kitchen area is cosy, clean and quite spacious, my room (4 bed females) was comfortable and with a beautiful view over the sea. I’ve met lovely people there with whom I travelled around over the following days. It’s good vibes all around! One of my favourite places in the Faroes! ;)))

Stayed in September 2018

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