Hostels in Gozo Island 
Looking for the best hostels in Gozo Island? You are in the right place!
On this page, we have listed every city in Gozo Island with backpacker hostels and budget-friendly stays. Hostelz.com makes it easy to find your ideal Gozo Island hostel by comparing prices across major booking platforms. Save money while backpacking Gozo Island and sleep comfortably on a budget.
All Backpacker Hostels in Gozo Island
We have got you covered with a complete list of every hostel in Gozo Island, across 3 cities! Not all cities have hostels, but many offer alternative budget options like guesthouses and affordable hotels. Use our filters to quickly find cities with hostels or other budget accommodations to simplify your trip planning.
All Gozo Island hostels on a map
Alright, you are more the visual type? Planning your trip with a map is always handy.
Therefore, this map shows you all cities with hostels in Gozo Island. It will help you to plan your trip. Just zoom in the map and click your destination for more details. Just so you know: If we do not have a hostel in a city, it is likely that there is no hostel in that city.
Our handwritten guide on Backpacking Gozo Island
Gozo is a really small island in Malta, part of the Maltese archipelago in the Mediterranean Sea. Gozo is known as a tourist complement to the main island of Malta; here the landscapes are more rural, and beautiful hills will let you discover the amazing views of the coast.
You can arrive in Gozo via ferry from the port of Mgarr in Malta or via seaplane; either way, you won't want to miss some of the most fascinating historical sites –- the Ggantija Neolithic temples, some of the most ancient structures built by man still standing in the entire world, and the Calypso cave that you should explore. And of course, there are the lovely beaches -- one of the busiest beaches is the Ramla Bay, with orange sand, but you can spend more time in San Blas.
In the main city, you'll find nice spots and get a sense of its character. There are also a lot of places of interest -- you'll find many churches as you walk along the narrow roads. Even if you don't like churches that much, you shouldn't miss the Xewkija church, the biggest on the island, where the bells are rung several times a day.
Gozo is also known for some traditions, and the island gets really busy during some celebrations. The carnival is a must-do and during the weekend the island gets completely crowded. During summer, every weekend is a good excuse for feasts and often you'll find bands on the streets and fireworks in the evening. Sometimes there are also some traditional horse races in the streets and it's something you don't want to miss. Ask around for information about it.
There are few hostels in Gozo and in the celebration days it will be hard to book, so try to do it in advance. Gozo hostels are usually small and simple -- no luxury here, but full with nice people. The food here is really good, so ask in your hostel in Gozo for some tips about the best restaurants.
Handwritten by local expert for Gozo Island hostels CoffeeMarks
Travel Tips for Gozo Island - from the Community
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FAQ on Hostels in Gozo Island
There is a lot of travel planning to do. So let us help you once again by putting together the frequently asked questions:
Finding Hostels and Prices
What hostel booking sites are best to use?
There is several hostel booking sites, such as Hostelworld.com, Hostelsclub.com and Booking.com. While every platform has its pros and cons, there is a universal truth you as a traveler should be aware of: Not a single booking site can always offer the best prices.
This is where Hostelz.com comes in. You can compare all major booking portals with one click.
For you as a traveler, Hostelz.com is the best booking site to actually save money.
How much are hostels in Gozo Island?
Prices always vary, depending on various factors. Weekends tend to be more expensive, same goes for special holidays. Please also take into account local vaction time.
You can search for exacty hostel prices in Gozo Island here on Hostelz.com. Pick your destination and pick a date. The system will track down the prices to give an idea of what budget and prices you can expect.
When to book hostels?
If you want to stay at the best hostels, it is a good idea to have your hostel booked around 1 month before you travel. For the regular hostels, booking one week before should be okay. Yet again, this always depends.
We dedicated a full article to the topic of when to book hostels.
Safety and Packing
Are hostels in Gozo Island safe?
Generally speaking, hostels are as safe as you make them. We highly recommend always to bring your own padlock, using the lockers and taking care of your belongings. Make sure you pick a safe hostel, offering lockers and a safe location. Please always pay attention to the reviews; they can give you a great insight on what to expect and safety tips.
What to pack when staying in hostels?
There is a few basics you should always pack when staying in hostels.
There is more actually. We wrote a complete guide with more details. Read our full hostel packing list.