Hostel Tønsberg
Tønsberg
Dronning Blancasgate 22
3111 Tonsberg
Norway
Tel.
+47 33312175
Customer Rating
| 98% | |
| 92% | |
| 88% | |
| 91% | |
| 89% | |
| 92% |
Tønsberg Hostel is a very friendly and cosy hostel, managed by Margrethe and her family. The hostel is situated on historic ground next to Slottsfjellet, Tønsberg’s landmark. In total, the hostel has 23 rooms and 8 of the rooms have a private shower / WC. Common rooms with TV, games, books and free access for Internet is available for guests. Free parking is offered in front of the hostel.
Located only 20 minutes from Sandefjord Airport Torp and in walking distance to Tønsberg railway- and bus station, the hostel is easy accessible. Tønsberg is one of the most popular cities in the summer in Norway. It is also Scandinavia´s oldest town. The small city has a vibrant city life with people enjoying themselves at the streets or harbor, going to its’ many museums, galleries, concerts or restaurants/cafés.
Other sights: Tunsberghus from the viking age, Tønsberg fylkesmuseum with a collection of old buildings,the burial mound Oseberghaugen where the viking ship Osebergskipet was found in 1904, a modern and internationally renowned library.
Located only 20 minutes from Sandefjord Airport Torp and in walking distance to Tønsberg railway- and bus station, the hostel is easy accessible. Tønsberg is one of the most popular cities in the summer in Norway. It is also Scandinavia´s oldest town. The small city has a vibrant city life with people enjoying themselves at the streets or harbor, going to its’ many museums, galleries, concerts or restaurants/cafés.
Other sights: Tunsberghus from the viking age, Tønsberg fylkesmuseum with a collection of old buildings,the burial mound Oseberghaugen where the viking ship Osebergskipet was found in 1904, a modern and internationally renowned library.
Hostel bed capacity
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Total beds |
| Number of rooms: | 1 | 4 | 2 | 13 | 3 | 85 |
Opening times
| Opening times (daily/weekly): | Reception is open from 10.00 AM - 11.00 AM Check-in from 3.00 PM - 11.00 PM Please contact the hostel if you arrive later than 6.00 PM |
| Opening times (over the year): | 05.01-20.12 |
Street Map and Route Planning
Directions
| Bus: | The bus station is located 500 meter from the hostel. Daily departure to Oslo by the hour by Timeexpressen. Airport coach to Sandefjord Airport Torp. |
| Parking: | Free parking for guests outside the hostel. |
| Sea port: | In spring/summer (from the 19th of April to the 14th of August) there are daily departures by ferry to Engelsviken, close to Fredrikstad. |
| Location: | The hostel is located about 500 meters north east from city centre, and only 400 meters from the railway- and bus station. |
| Rail: | Tønsberg railway station is located about 400 meters from the hostel. Daily frequently departures to Oslo and Skien. Easy access to Sandefjord Airport Torp and Oslo Airport Gardemoen. |
| Airport: | Sandefjord Airport Torp is located 27km from the hostel. By train (or car) it will only takes you about 20 minutes to come to the hostel. |
Attractions
 | Cultural centre nearby | | Museums/art galleries nearby |
| City centre location | | Historical sites nearby |
| River/harbour/lake nearby | | Hiking area |
| Main attractions nearby | | Swimming pool at or near hostel |
| Nightlife nearby | | Forested/wooded area |
| Horseriding at or near hostel | | Restaurants nearby |
| Shopping centre/market nearby | | Hostel with a difference |
| Leisure facilities nearby | | Beach at or near hostel |
| Meet other travellers! Read their tips for things to do in Tønsberg |
Facilities
 | Family rooms available |  | Breakfast in price |
 | Sheets for hire |  | TV room |
 | Self-catering kitchen |  | Groups welcome |
 | Common room(s) |  | Laundry facilities |
 | Cycle rental available at or near the hostel |  | Internet access |
 | Credit card accepted |  | Currency exchange at or near hostel |
 | Individual traveller welcome |  | Luggage Store |
 | Non smoking room/area |  | Basic store available at or near the hostel |
 | Garden |  | Playground |
 | Rates include local tax |
Customer Reviews Tønsberg
| 27 Oct 2011 John, Scotland | 97% | |
| A lovely stay, with exceptional standards of welcome. | ||
| 25 Sep 2011 Oliver, Australia | 100% | |
| A very good stay! The German girl on reception was very friendly. Brilliant location in the (almost centre of town) | ||
| 29 Aug 2011 John, Scotland | 93% | |
| veldig hyggelig og vennlig | ||
| 12 Aug 2011 Monica, Italy | 87% | |
| We had to leave at 6.15 am. It was told us that it was possible to have breakfast at 6 am. On the contary nobody was there to serve us and neither the food. So we left the hostel without eating, even if we had paid breakfast. Hostel response: | ||
| 30 Jun 2011 Erik, Denmark | 80% | |
| Very open & friendly staff ! and info in many languages !! | ||
| 20 Apr 2011 Hannah, England & Wales | 100% | |
| Very friendly and helpful staff. Although I had booked for a dorm bed the hostel was not very busy and I was put in a room of my own which was lovely - thank you very much! | ||
| 08 Apr 2011 Leigh, USA | 100% | |
| Amazing place - feels like home! Great service, food, ambiance. Definitely recommended. | ||
| 24 Mar 2011 Vaiva, Lithuania | 93% | |
| Everything was very good. | ||
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