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The 10 Best Hostels in Tromsø, Norway

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Set in a traditional wooden building, Tromso Activites Hostel is a family owned hostel located 700 metres from Tromsø Hurtigruten Ferry Terminal and 1.2 km from Polaria Aquarium. It offers budget-style rooms with free WiFi. Late check-in is possible via a self-service machine.

Location was great, super short walk to the central area. Close to museums and cafes. The bus stop to and from the airport is also a minute away. The rooms were big enough that crowding wasn’t an issue and the staff were amazing!

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Tromsø

  • Avg. price/night: £129.03
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5,323 reviews
    You could say that it the perfect hotel for backpackers who feel too old (or do not want) to stay at a hostel. Not really low budget but for a good price you get everything you need: bed, shower, breakfast, friendly staff... Would definitely recommend it.
    Judith
    Solo traveller
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 981 reviews
    Great location and hostel, good social vibe and Robin’s northern lights tour was fantastic, I would absolutely stay again! Good price for Tromsø. Need your own padlock for storage lockers and the rooms don’t have a lock (only the door to the outside which is locked at night) but as a solo female I felt very safe. Standard hostel in terms of beds/rooms, nothing fancy but everything you need.
    Christie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £76.88
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,959 reviews
    Great location and accommodation, safe room for luggage
    Duane
    Family with young children
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 959 reviews
    This was one of the best hostels I've ever stayed at. It was cheap and great. My room was nice, with very comfortable beds (with curtains around them, so you could have a privacy at night) and with lockers for everyone. The kitchen was big and very well-equipped. The living room was spacious and very comfortable; it was also a great place to meet other guests and socialize with them. I recommend this place and next time in Tromsø I'll definitely stay here again!
    Tomáš
    Solo traveller
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 959 reviews
    Convenient hostel on a centrally located road near the harbourfront without too much traffic. The room rate isn't cheap for sharing in a two-bunk dormitory room but this option still eases the pain of Tromso's otherwise consistently expensive accommodation. The shared kitchen was quite well stocked with utensils and the fridge and storage cupboards spacious. Coco has a pleasant atmosphere and 24 hrs access by front-door code.
    TOM
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £85.28
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,247 reviews
    Great location and super friendly staff! Clean, central and safe, what more could you need?
    Ryan Christopher
    Young couple
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,829 reviews
    Very comfortable hotel. Great kitchen and utils. Feels very at home ! Great location and hard working staff to keep everything spic and span clean (thank you Sarah). The beds and pillows are very good. No noise disturbtion from other rooms or street. This is the best accommodation to visit Tromso on a budget ! We were very pleased with our stay!
    Nina
    Young couple
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 981 reviews
    The hostel is 2 lovely Wooden Norweigen houses in a great location. I recommend it!
    Mary Malissa
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £129.03
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5,323 reviews
    I was looking for nice, basic, budget friendly accommodation and that is exactly what I got. Property was clean, cosy and the free tea and coffee was a lovely bonus. Staff were very helpful and kind and the property is in a great location right in Tromsø city.
    Emma
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £84.42
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,685 reviews
    Affordable, clean, great location. Not luxurious, but super comfortable for budget travellers! I really loved the friendly staff and the Tromsø guide book in our room. There was also hot tea and coffee provided, and the room had a mini fridge.
    Emilia
    People with friends

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