Follow the Sun Boutique Hostel

2.0 star property
St. Julian's hostel in Il-Balluta with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool

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Interior
Land view from property
Outdoor pool
View from property
Shower, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Guests liked:

Friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (12 beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Economy Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only (10 beds)

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Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (12 beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (10 beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only (8 beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 beds)

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Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only (4 beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Superior Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (6 beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Superior Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
Triq Telghet San Giljan, St. Julian's

What's nearby

  • Saint Julian's Bay - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Sliema Ferry - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Malta Experience - 9 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Crema Siciliana - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Naar Restobar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lot Sixty One Roasters - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Barracuda - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Eeet Well - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Follow the Sun Boutique Hostel

Hostel near Malta Experience
A terrace, a garden and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Follow the Sun Boutique Hostel. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • ATM/banking services, a TV in reception and a reception hall
  • Coworking spaces, a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
  • Tour/ticket information, a front desk safe and a vending machine
Room features
All guest rooms at Follow the Sun Boutique Hostel offer comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Fridges, microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, French, Italian, Maltese, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 0.50 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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 cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Inhawi Hostel San Gwann
Inhawi San Gwann
Inhawi
Inhawi Hostel
Follow the Sun Boutique Hostel St. Julian's
Follow the Sun Boutique Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Follow the Sun Boutique Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Follow the Sun Boutique Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Follow the Sun Boutique Hostel?

Follow the Sun Boutique Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Follow the Sun Boutique Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Follow the Sun Boutique Hostel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Follow the Sun Boutique Hostel located?

Located in Il-Balluta, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Balluta Square, Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Tower Road. Saint Julian's Bay and Balluta Bay are also within 10 minutes.

Follow the Sun Boutique Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 231 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 231 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 231 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 231 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 231 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Each bed has privacy curtains, there are toilet, two showers, two sinks in the room. XL locker drawer under the beds. The pool area is nice. Breakfast 7:30-10 with a nice view! ATM very close. Very helpful and friendly staff. Booked a boat tour to Gozo at the reception. Bus stops are minutes away. There was a large group of teenagers there who were often quite loud in the evenings even after quiet hours, they were gathered at the far end by the pool but could still hear them well. Nevertheless it was a nice stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel was a really nice place to go for my first ever solo travel experience. I felt safe and the area was a perfect location to get to lots of different places in Malta. Easy transport service. I highly recommend getting the 222 bus as this will get you to where you want to be both places around the island. Thank you for having me and can't wait to stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

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

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceptional hostel
I think it’s the best area on the island. I love best the garden. Everything is very clean and there is a good atmosphere there. We can get the buses easily. It’s 2 minutes walk to the bay. There are shops, restaurants, beautiful beaches nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hostel I’ve ever stayed at very clean staff was polite met lots of people I will definitely be back, grazi Inhawi hostel and staff
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Niles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here have been really friendly and helpful and I have enjoyed my stay so far! The nicest hostile I have stayed at, I really enjoying the garden, hammock area, pool area, kitchen and lounge area, and the front entrance area outside where you eat breakfast. A great place for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Petros

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly stuff, clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naveed

amazing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Chun Ho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Janeen

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good pool, kitchen and dining area. No soap in the rooms and bedside sockets and light do not work. Good location with easy access to all over the island.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gabriele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is good at that hostel, social, breakfast was good, toast with jam, honey, ham, cheese, also some eggs, tea, coffee, cereal. Pool area is great, pool not cleaned everyday, the only bad thing is noise, because you can hear everything from outside, so not good for light sleepers. Anyway, would recommend staying :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ana Luisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Inhawi’s staff was very friendly and helpful. The rooms are clean and comfortable and the location is great. I definitely recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
The hostel would have been amazing. The staff is super nice and caring and the overall atmosphere is awesome. They have super nice workspaces. Unfortunately the A/C wasn’t on in any of the rooms ( as requested by some of the other travelers) and it was incredibly hot, stuffy and moist in the room. During a pandemic it felt rather dangerous to sleep in such a stuffy room. Probably best to stay in spring.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend this place - great location and cool vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was awesome. Nice hostel environment.Goof for a short stay...........................
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

James

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
BAD for a holiday great for imigrants, retirees
More of a gross no security half way house then a nice safe social hostel. No social vibe here at all because Most people are long term stayng immigrants and poor creepy retired old men who get very agressive and rude with you becsuse they are so burnt out with months of the crowded atomsphere here. Which is why they need a two week limit here. Cause For the 150 guest they get per night many faclities are broken, no working wifi and very poorly managed and secured and the long term people are burnt out with it. Lots of food gets stolen over night by homeles people who also come in sleeping on the bean bags and pick through kitchen. The staff Dogs are peeing everywhere. Staff are unwilling to deal with all the chaos or accomodate you when u r feeling unsafe with the long term creeps. So all in all not meant for tourist if you are looking for a clean, safe, social and well upkept environment. I had guest and staff get aggressive with me over using a microwave nd common area to talk on phone and so forth.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As a very experienced hostel stayer, my overall opinion of inhawi hostel was very poor for cleanniess, especially in the kitchen area an the fridge area, they was wet floors from leaks which made making a meal a traumatic experience for myself and other guests. Breakfast which was included in the price was in the building outside, was very very poor with the same items every morning during my two weeks there, may i add only 1double toaster for all guests also..
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2019