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Follow the Sun Boutique Hostel

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

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Interior
Land view from property
View from property
Outdoor pool
Reception hall

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (12 beds)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Economy Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only (10 beds)

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

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

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

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

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (10 beds)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only (8 beds)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 beds)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 beds)

Highlights

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

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Shower, hair dryer, towels

Shared Dormitory, Women only (4 beds)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 beds)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

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

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 beds)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 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 located in Il-Balluta
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
  • A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Coworking spaces, a reception hall, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk, and ATM/banking services
Room features
All guestrooms at Follow the Sun Boutique Hostel include perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Refrigerators, 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 transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

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 elevator

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 accommodations

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

Property payment types

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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?

Check-out 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 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. 162 out of 233 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 233 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 233 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 233 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 233 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Poyu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I went during off peak season so I had a fairly quiet stay. The staff at the hostel was friendly. The room looked a bit outdated with no decor whatsoever but the bed was comfy and the shower was decent. The breakfast was free which was a plus. There wasn’t any social activities organised by the hostel. The location was nice and it’s easy to get around by foot or by bus.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hostel ever. Great location, nice pool, AC worked well, breakfast was good, would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

CHUNG HANG

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hostel. Limited AC though.
Stayed in room 208 for 3 nights. The room had 6 bunks, A/C, two fans, a table, 3 chairs and there was still plenty of room. Each bunk has a locker underneath the bottom bunk large enough to fit even a large backpack. Each bunk has privacy curtains, private light, two sockets, a very thin sheet to use as a blanket. One of the sockets is used for private light though. The mattress was soft. Too soft for my personal tastes, but it was okay. The bathroom was private to the room. Not ensuite, but directly opposite the room. In the bathroom was a WC and two showers. It was okay in terms of cleanliness, but the silicone really needs to be replaced with mould growing. There's also not much ventilation and expect to get hot and sweaty after a shower. Water pressure was okay and no problem getting hot water. Breakfast was included and there's a buffet with cooked food, choices of cereal, tea, coffee and juices. The cooked food includes scrambled eggs, baked beans and bacon. WiFi is available throughout the hotel, although it's unsecured. It works well. The hotel is located close to Balluta Bay and approximately the middle of a hill. I've only tried getting to Valletta via the ferry and it's about a 15-20 minutes walk to the port. Overall I had a good stay. There's limited AC around the hotel and the AC in the room is only switched on at certain times. Guests had to ask more than once for it to be turned on. The provided breakfast is varied enough for 3 days
Stayed 3 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler

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 traveler

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 traveler

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

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