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Reviews of The Harbour House, dorm and twin, selfservice hostel

Ballstadlandet 158, 8373 Ballstad, Norway

#28 of 48 hotels in Ballstad

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Review score

Based on 76 hostel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.9

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    8.4

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    8.4

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    8.6

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  • Reviewed: 29 August 2025

    8.0
    Nice clean and best price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Just one restroom and shower ; Not very convenient with so many people, Noisy so bring your earplugs

    Very well kept and clean. Comfy beds. Window that could be opened. Option to cook. Friendly staff.Best price

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very well located in beautiful Ballstad, next to a nice hike. Clean and comfortable, with a nice terrasse.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2025

    9.0
    very nice, clean place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    that was my first time in hostel so a bit odd, but everything was nice and clean, bit too far from everything but ok

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location and good ambience in shared facilities

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2025

    7.0
    Modest accomdations and not as charming or confortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small dorm accommodation, not as comfortable. The shared kitchen, dining and bathrooms were small and not well organized. No staff the be seen. The property overlooks construction on the other side of the harbor which was a bit noisy at times. I wouldn’t say it was a charming place by any means, but as a transit to other places it’s perfectly fine to stay a night.

    Well located by the water front and close to the ferry to Nusfjord especially if you plan to take your bike there.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The kitchen was a bit too small considering how many people used it. There was only one bathroom for many people.

    The room was clean, the linen and towels were provided and the beds were comfortable. The equipment in the kitchen was provided. The host very responsive and friendly.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    One shower and one toilet in the same room was a bit unpractical with up to ten people

    I liked the broad check-in times.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Security was non-existent - the main door has a lockbox for the only key but was left unlocked at all times - it needs a keypad type lock if no staff are on site so people can access with the code while keeping it secure. The dormitory didn’t even have a door, just a curtain! And outside was the kitchen and common/dining area so often noisy. Also, no lockers or storage in the dorm room, plugs randomly spaced around rather than by beds, and no privacy curtains on the beds. The room also doesn’t have blackout curtains so in summer is light all night - bring an eye mask and earplugs! Only one bathroom between about 10-12 people, which has the toilet and shower combined so can be stuck waiting for ages.

    Good location and lovely view over the harbour. Right by the main road, not sure how close the location is for public transport but if you have a car it’s nice and close to Leknes for shops, and a good base for various hikes.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dorm was only seperated by a veil not a proper Door so not so silent

    When wifi went down Owner was quick to get it up again. Great Location. Feels cozy

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2025

    8.0
    price is right
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    basic hostile

    dirt cheap, bed and shower with kitchen

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nobody to explain which is your room. You get the one which is free. Cod drying just next to.the home..so some bad smell

    Big and new living room on 158 block. All ammenoties It has 2 rooms, one bigger than other one. Kitchen and badic tools Calm

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shared kitchen was lacking a proper number of pans and other equipment given that it is shared for multiples rooms. The shower was fairly blocked meaning water wouldn’t drain away correctly.

    Wonderful location right on the harbour. Lovely room. The hosts were very available and responsive!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2024

    9.0
    Friendly host, great bang for your buck!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The apartment had a bit of a smell but you get used to it quickly!

    Very soft comfy bed. The host was very helpful and friendly! Quick to answer messages and offer local tips. I was lucky enough to have the whole place to myself! The double room is in a different apartment (looks more recently renovated) than the single and dorm rooms. The kitchen looked new and was great.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2024

    9.0
    Cozy accomodation with great view
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sometimes when I got inside it smelled a bit weard, but that was just for one moment. Other than that everything was perfect.

    I really liked the concept of sharing kitchen and bathroom. Because of this you can meet new people from all over the world. Everything was clean und the kitchen/living room was really beautiful and even had a great view.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean beds and the view was good.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2024

    8.0
    Nice :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    As everyone said, the walls are paper thin and all the doors creak, bring earplugs! I wish there were at least one more toilet so you wouldn’t have to wait for people to finish showering.

    Nice hostel, easy to find with parking in front. Very responsive staff by message. Fully equipped kitchen.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2024

    8.0
    A good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little old and simple. Noisy stairs.

    Small little place, comfortable and with all that you need. Good value for money. Easy communication.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great price and good location for us. Basic hostel accommodation but met a good group of like minded travellers. Great hike up the back to Nonstind. And saw Northern lights on the evening. I don't understand some of the negative comments - it's a hostel- if you don't like sharing don't stay! We had a fantastic 3 days.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    What you can expect for this price. All good, a bed to sleep in. As its the cheepest option we were very pleased

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2024

    8.0
    For how cheap it was is was great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom is a bit smelly

    Nice view, good kitchen, nice people, very good price!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The sound of the stairs when people went up and down and the stairs were just over my bed . But otherwise everything was fine.

    Easy access,good location and clean.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room was too noise under the stairs

    Very good location

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2024

    9.0
    Great stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not one thing.

    Its location was perfect. Mid point of Lofoten.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noise from the stairs when people pass by.

    Value for money! Good staff and service.

    Stayed in July 2024

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