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Giljanes Hostel

Hostel

8 á Hillingatanga

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
12 mentions

Staff is helpful and friendly

Great location Staff lovely

Great location
10 mentions

The location is very good for access to supermarkets and some of the main sights…

Very close to the bus stop Just 15 mins bus from airport

Good value
7 mentions

Very good price-to-amenities ratio

In a place where hotels charge $300 a night, Giuliani offers a bed for around $3…

Comfortable rooms
6 mentions

I liked especially the atmosphere in the common room with the kitchen

Specious kitchen Comfy beds

Clean rooms
2 mentions

Nice room, clean, the beds are comfortable, the wifi works perfectly, the kitche…

Hot water, good wifi,clean, friendly staff

Free Wi‑Fi
2 mentions

Overview

Featuring free WiFi, Giljanes Hostel is situated in Sandavágur. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. The nearest airport is Vágar, 10 km from the hostel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Traveller reviews

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Martin

solo_traveller

June 17, 2026

9

It's obvious that the owner Kristian loves what he does, he stops by, chats with the guests, remembers little details. Je created a place where you feel well after a long day. I liked especially the atmosphere in the common room with the kitchen. The cat Felix was definitely the boss here, coming and leaving whenever he wanted. 😁 The kitchen was very well equiped as well. The place is just few meters from the bus stop, which is perfect.

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Richard

couple

June 16, 2026

8

Great atmosphere and location.

The location is very good for access to supermarkets and some of the main sights on Vagur. The atmosphere is lovely with lots of people to meet. Christian is very welcoming and sociable.

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Yuen Shan

solo_traveller

June 15, 2026

6

Staff is helpful and friendly. The view is really nice. Very close to the bus stop Just 15 mins bus from airport. The vibe in the hostel is nice.

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Huei

solo_traveller

June 12, 2026

7

Close to airport

Location

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PANAGIOTIS

solo_traveller

June 10, 2026

10

Ideal

A perfect place to start your journey to the islands. Nice room, clean, the beds are comfortable, the wifi works perfectly, the kitchen and the shared living room were spacious, clean and with excellent views. Very good price-to-amenities ratio. Bathrooms and showers are common, but very clean. I also had sheets and towels for free, which was not indicated. The location is also great.

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Jackie

solo_traveller

June 7, 2026

6

Close to public bus stop. Great location Staff lovely

S

Serdar

solo_traveller

June 3, 2026

10

Hot water, good wifi,clean, friendly staff

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BarrettFloyd

solo_traveller

June 1, 2026

10

All good!

Beautiful common area with everything you need. Good location, couple of hikes just a short drive or walk away. I had planned on staying here at the beginning and end of my trip to the Faroe Islands but had to change that plan last minute. Despite not having chosen the Flex Booking with a possibility for cancelation, the Host agreed to cancel my second stay with them without any fee. It's always much appreciated when Hosts acknowledge that plans change and accommodate that, so thank you very much again!

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MAHJOUB

solo_traveller

May 30, 2026

10

A hidden gem in the Faroe Islands — not for comfort, but for the soul

A hidden gem in the Faroe Islands — not for comfort, but for the soul Let me be honest: Hostel Giuliani is not fancy. It’s not new, it’s not polished, and it won’t win any design awards. But if you’re looking for that rare travel experience that stays with you long after you leave, this is it. In a place where hotels charge $300 a night, Giuliani offers a bed for around $30 — and what you get for that price goes far beyond four walls and a pillow. The moment you walk in, Christian and the owners make you feel like you’ve known them for years. There’s no front desk coldness, no transactional energy — just warmth, genuine hospitality, and a family atmosphere that’s increasingly rare in today’s travel world. Guests become friends, strangers become family, and by the end of your stay you forget you’re paying at all. Yes, if you need a four-star mattress and a rain shower, look elsewhere. But if you want to experience the Faroe Islands the way they should be experienced — authentically, warmly, and without breaking the bank — Hostel Giuliani is the only place to be. A true hidden gem.

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ZI QING

solo_traveller

May 30, 2026

10

everything

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topeth

solo_traveller

May 28, 2026

6

Okay deal for budget travellers

Specious kitchen Comfy beds

C

Chin Han

solo_traveller

May 22, 2026

6

Cosy space with welcoming hosts !

Welcoming place with nice hosts ! Good kitchen and hang out space .

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Sven

solo_traveller

May 21, 2026

9

Kristjan is an outstanding host and makes the place feel like home :) plus there is a hostel cat, which is always nice. By far the best value accommodation in Føroyar.

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Jurney_jung

solo_traveller

May 15, 2026

10

Great value and very welcoming! ​Highly recommend this hostel! . I loved the large common room, and the hostel cat is just the cutest companion. The owner is very hospitable and friendly, making sure every guest feels at home. 10/10 service!

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Nicolas

solo_traveller

May 13, 2026

9

Atmosphere, location, staff

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Leslie

solo_traveller

April 27, 2026

10

Great place to relax, meet people and explore the Island...

Fantastic, chilled hostel. The owner, Christian, is a top bloke. Great view out towards Koltur island. Will be back!

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Alan

solo_traveller

April 24, 2026

7

Good place for early/ late flight

Price . Location, close to airport and on the bus route Torshavn- Vágar Airport

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Aitana

couple

April 9, 2026

6

Good for the price, but could be better maintained

Big and with good views. Good price for the money

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Maraike

solo_traveller

April 3, 2026

7

Good value for money, great location. Nice host.

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Oriane

solo_traveller

January 19, 2026

10

Wish I could've stay twice as long... so I'll have to come back!

Perfect place for one-week stay as a solo traveler in October / autumn in a only-women dormitory ! The dormitories are tiny, but the livingroom-kitchen is huge, cosy and fully equiped (and they have like 4 restrooms / 6 individual showers? I didn't count, but it was plenty enough for this time of the year). It's definitely made for backpackers and people who want to spend all day out (fishing, hicking, exploring the islands...) and come back at the hostel late evening to have a nice talk & dinner with everyone else. The highlights of the place are 100% the people, as well as the travelers than the staffs and the cat (Felix? Garfield? Everyone one had a new name for him every day haha), you will never feel alone, people will ask if you wanna join them for the day or what's your seesight plan, which for me as a solo traveler was the best way to bound and find people to go hiking with... and the sunrise & sunset views are just breathtaking! Thank you so much for everything Giljanes, and see you again in a few years!

Facilities

Cleaning services

Laundry room

Food & Drink

Breakfast options

General

Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Parking

Parking on site, Parking, Free parking

Safety & security

Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers

Services

Airport shuttle, Shuttle service (additional charge), Vending machine (drinks), Vending machine (snacks), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shuttle service, Shared lounge/TV area, Car hire, Luggage storage

Transport

Airport pick up, Airport drop off

Small Double Room with Shared Bathroom

The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 12 1 bedroom0
Single Room

The unit has 1 bed.

Max 1 guests0 1 bedroom0

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 23:30
Check-outFrom 06:30 until 10:30
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease note that bed linen are not included. You can rent them on site or bring your own.
Last updated: Apr 10, 2024, 1:41 PM

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