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A restaurant interior with wooden walls, hanging light fixtures, and a chalkboard menu. - Furu Hostel (Vestvågøy)
A lakeside view with a mountain in the background, a table with chairs, and a person walking in the distance. - Furu Hostel (Vestvågøy)
A large, multi-story building with a snow-covered roof, surrounded by a forest and mountains in the background. - Furu Hostel (Vestvågøy)
A person with a backpack and a dog on a rocky terrain overlooking a coastal area with cliffs and the ocean. - Furu Hostel (Vestvågøy)
A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a red rug, and various plants. There is a fireplace with a mantel, a bookshelf, and a large window. - Furu Hostel (Vestvågøy)
Located close to Lofotr Viking Museum, Furu Hostel provides concerts and live shows, a terrace, and a firepit. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like cycling and snowshoeing at this hostel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site local and international cuisine café, FURU Café, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and garden views. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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A bedroom with a bed, a window, a bedside plant, a wooden shelf, and a bathroom with a sink.

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern bedroom with a bed, a chair, a window, and a radiator.

Grand Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A cozy living room with a green sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a yellow armchair. There is a large window with a view of trees, a small table with a plant, and a kitchen area with a sink and cabinets.

Design Apartment

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Vestvågøy, Furu Hostel is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lofotr Viking Museum and The Lofoten Museum are cultural highlights and The Lofoten Aquarium is a popular area attraction. Hurtigruten Ferry Terminal Stamsund and Lofoten War Memorial Museum are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing. Visit our Bostad travel guide
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Knutstadveien 240, Vestvågøy, Nordland, 8360

What's nearby

  • A wooden structure with picnic tables in a grassy field, a stone wall, and a building with a sloped roof in the background.
    Lofotr Viking Museum
    11 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • The Northern Lights over a rocky shoreline with a snow-covered hill in the background.
    Unstad Beach
    24 min drive - 17.3 miles
  • The Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) in a dark sky.
    Lofoten Links
    25 min drive - 19.7 miles
  • A concrete bridge over a calm river with rocky shores and distant buildings.
    Henningsvaer Bridge
    34 min drive - 28.4 miles
  • The Lofoten Museum
    38 min drive - 31.9 miles

Getting around

  • Leknes (LKN)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • FURU Hostel og Café
  • Lofotr Gildehall
    10 min drive
  • Lofoten turistsenter
    19 min walk
  • Borgtun Kro
    11 min drive
  • Lofotr Café
    11 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • FURU Café

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Games
  • Kayaking
  • Sauna
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear
  • Snowshoeing
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of NOK 150 per accommodation, per stay
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: NOK 150 per accommodation, per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Furu Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NOK 150 per accommodation, per stay.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Furu Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Furu Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Furu Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Furu Hostel located?

Situated on the waterfront, this hostel is 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Lofotr Viking Museum and within 25 mi (40 km) of Hurtigruten Ferry Terminal Stamsund and The Lofoten Museum. The Lofoten Aquarium and Lofoten War Memorial Museum are also within 32 mi (52 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Furu Hostel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed on a private room that was large, beautifully and simply decorated. Lots of art everywhere. Very cozy common areas with retro furniture. The hostel is in a central area of lofoten, perfect for sightseeing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, peaceful location Communal rooms to meet fellow travellers
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice and quiet stay during our visit, it was off season and really appreciated not having a huge crowd. Although we weren’t able to use any of the outdoor amenities, we can imagine how nice it must be to kayak along the lake behind the property and do bbq and relax by the sauna. The cabin is comfortable, cozy and warm. We wish it could be a little bit brighter in the kitchen area for cooking, but it’s not a deterrent. The walls and roof are quite thin, so bring ear plugs if you’re a light sleeper. We also like that it’s close to a lot of hikes and attractions without it being overly touristy spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were incredible - super friendly and helpful, more so than anywhere else we stayed all trip, they really made the stay for us. A few small maintenance issues, like the showers kept seeming to clog which meant there was often only one available on our floor - but this was probably the extent of our issues. Big, comfortable bed in our private room. Room was much bigger than we expected. Great to have access to laundry facilities and a well equipped kitchen (kitchen is small, but they’ve done a good job with what they have). All in all, a great budget place to stay in the Lofoten Islands. Great vibe, lovely staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place, great common area both inside and outside. We had late check in and it worked great. Cafe is delicious, loved the sauna and the apartment room was comfortable and had outdoor space as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation and location. Stagg were very friendly and accomodating. We stayed for the opening night of the restaurant and were nit disappointed!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place with friendly & helpful staff. And Northern Lights appeared on our second night there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Jean-Marc : Take the time to visit : a need !

Very nice stay and lovely people. We had the chance to discover and there is place for everyone : from shared kitchen exchanging experiences in foreign languages to nice dinner enjoying home made food after a wonderful sauna with view lake and lake swim…. Rosa sunsets with the lake….I hope we could come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Jean-Marc : Take the time to visit : a need !

Very nice stay and lovely people. We had the chance to discover Furu Hostel and there is place for everyone : from shared kitchen exchanging experiences in foreign languages to nice dinner enjoying home made food after a wonderful sauna with view lake and lake swim…. Rosa sunsets with the lake….I hope we could come back.
Next time maybe
I want it at home
Nearby…
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Since it was a late check-in, I didn't get to meet the staff, but they were really thoughtful and left the notes and room key in the check-in box outside the café. The cottage for four was super spacious and had that cozy cabin vibe, but the heating inside wasn’t quite enough. There’s a nice terrace, but with all the snow, they hadn’t cleared it, so we couldn’t open the door to enjoy the view. One cool thing is that they have a shared space for guests to chill and mingle. Plus, there’s a sauna nearby where you can relax in a comfy, quiet environment and even catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Decent and clean apartment but it was different to the one in the photos that we booked. It was clean. Only annoying bit was the bathroom drain was blocked and there was no dish soap. Overall, great location to see the northern lights and cute surroundings with a lake at 100m.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the lakeside location and coziness. Stayed in one of the double bedrooms 3 nights. Everything was good but there are signs letting you know of quiet times due to noise carrying throughout the building very easily. Unfortunately, not everyone adhered to the quiet times and I was woken up multiple times throughout my stay with people moving around, talking, and slamming doors. Something to consider if you’re a light sleeper.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Friendly staff and volunteers. NOTE: The kitchen is only open from 8am-10pm. The door is locked after these hours making it extremely inconvenient for those who wake up early for a morning hike or those who arrive late and want to prepare a meal. You cannot access your own food when locked and there are no alternative fridges in the hostel. There are no exceptions. The laundry is only open from 4pm. You are unable to do any washing in the morning. There are no exceptions. If you decide to bring alcohol, you are not permitted to store it in the fridges in the kitchen. There are no other fridges for storage. They don't like their patrons to consume alcohol within the hostel and ask that it is consumed outside by the lake. Not sure how this works during inclement weather conditions. There is no 24hr common area with other fridges or kettle. If you decide to do your washing, you must pay a fee for this. They will ask you to tip them upon payment. If you decide to use the Cafe, they will ask you to tip them, once again. This is not a budget friendly hostel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was very good about the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely recommend staying at FURU it's in a nice location and the food is amazing! The Hostel it's self is nice and clean and quick check in and right in front of the bus stop. Thanks for an amazing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy. Residence have access to drying room and kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Very nice stay at thos hostel. Very clean, quiet and well maintained. Do not forget to remove your shoes before coming in ! The only bad thing is the mattress that was too soft.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
:)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Das Apartment war groß genug, Ausstattung großteils 70er Jahre. Herd ging eine Kochplatte nicht. Schränke waren innen klebrig, Geschirr und Besteck alt und zusammengewürfelt. Im Bad war der Wasserhahn defekt. Es besteht hier Renovierungsstau. Für 160 Euro die Nacht ist der Standard leider nicht ausreichend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lo staff è stato cordiale e facile la comunicazione e procedura check in ottima. La camera molto bella. Il bagno purtroppo non era molto pulito. Capisco la presenza di tante persone ma io sono entrata Appena era passato il personale delle pulizie e non era per niente pulito.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Underbar vistelse på Furu Hostel, en riktig idyll bland de norska fjällen. Rekommenderar starkt.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Veldig fint hostel, sjarm, hyggelige ansatte, god seng med mykt sengetøy, romslig rom, god frokost, lunsj og middag. Renhold hver dag på felles bad. Selvsagt noen som ikke er så flinke til å rydde etter seg, derfor veldig ålreit at renhold er innom. Er ganske lytt mellom rommene. Men ellers en veldig bra opplevelse.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Confortable lumineux bien placé agréable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La stanza si trova all'interno di una splendida casa sul lago ristrutturata. Tutto corrisponde a descrizione e foto, i servizi offerti sono innumerevoli. Cucina sublime è personale gentile. È un alloggio che sicuramente consiglio.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Emplacement au calme. Appartement très sympa spacieux. 2 grandes chambres. Un p’tit côté vintage appréciable. Accueil adorable!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026