Giljanes Hostel
8 á Hillingatanga
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Why people book this hotel
“Staff is helpful and friendly”
“Great location Staff lovely”
“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”
“Very good price-to-amenities ratio”
“In a place where hotels charge $300 a night, Giuliani offers a bed for around $3…”
“I liked especially the atmosphere in the common room with the kitchen”
“Specious kitchen Comfy beds”
“Nice room, clean, the beds are comfortable, the wifi works perfectly, the kitche…”
“Hot water, good wifi,clean, friendly staff”
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
Martin
solo_traveller
June 17, 2026
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.
Richard
couple
June 16, 2026
“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.
Yuen Shan
solo_traveller
June 15, 2026
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.
Huei
solo_traveller
June 12, 2026
“Close to airport”
Location
PANAGIOTIS
solo_traveller
June 10, 2026
“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.
Jackie
solo_traveller
June 7, 2026
Close to public bus stop. Great location Staff lovely
Serdar
solo_traveller
June 3, 2026
Hot water, good wifi,clean, friendly staff
BarrettFloyd
solo_traveller
June 1, 2026
“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!
MAHJOUB
solo_traveller
May 30, 2026
“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.
ZI QING
solo_traveller
May 30, 2026
everything
topeth
solo_traveller
May 28, 2026
“Okay deal for budget travellers”
Specious kitchen Comfy beds
Chin Han
solo_traveller
May 22, 2026
“Cosy space with welcoming hosts !”
Welcoming place with nice hosts ! Good kitchen and hang out space .
Sven
solo_traveller
May 21, 2026
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.
Jurney_jung
solo_traveller
May 15, 2026
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!
Nicolas
solo_traveller
May 13, 2026
Atmosphere, location, staff
Leslie
solo_traveller
April 27, 2026
“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!
Alan
solo_traveller
April 24, 2026
“Good place for early/ late flight”
Price . Location, close to airport and on the bus route Torshavn- Vágar Airport
Aitana
couple
April 9, 2026
“Good for the price, but could be better maintained”
Big and with good views. Good price for the money
Maraike
solo_traveller
April 3, 2026
Good value for money, great location. Nice host.
Oriane
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
“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.
Single Room
The unit has 1 bed.
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