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Paradise Cave Hostel & Guesthouse

Hvolsvöllur

Set in Hvolsvöllur, 3.5 km from Seljalandsfoss, Paradise Cave Hostel & Guesthouse offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a bar.

J
Joanne
From
United Kingdom
Very friendly Room was great, beds comfortable. WC close by 4 Shower rooms close by 2 with WC and sink, 2 without Tea and coffee always available for free in dining area Dinner was excellent Breakfast was excellent Large car park
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,510 reviews
Price from
US$220.19
1 night, 2 adults

Midgard Base Camp

Hvolsvöllur

Located in Hvolsvöllur and with Seljalandsfoss reachable within 22 km, Midgard Base Camp provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

J
Juliana
From
Sweden
I love EVERYTHING about Midgård. The place, the location, the decoration, the hot tub, but the biggest asset of Midgård is their OUT OF THIS WORLD FANTASTIC STAFF. <3
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,117 reviews
Price from
US$173.78
1 night, 2 adults

Höfn Hostel

Höfn

Overlooking Höfn Harbour and Vatnajökull Glacier, this hostel features a guest kitchen, BBQ area and laundry facilities. Staff can help arrange glacier tours, as well as boat and snowmobile trips.

D
Dominik
From
Iceland
Everything is clean, VERY WELL furnished, the management is really friendly, the location is super-b, you can't hear other people from hallways because the room doors absorb almost every noise... For a hostel, this is a bargain. Let me tell you, in a radius of a couple of hundreds of kms, you won't find cheaper and more clean facility.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,836 reviews
Price from
US$104.45
1 night, 2 adults

Efra Sel Hostel

Fludir

Located in Fludir, 25 km from Geysir, Efra Sel Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free...

O
Ong
From
Singapore
Booked this accoms last minute as our original accoms was double booked and we got kicked out. Booked at 10pm and immediately got the instructions to check in. very spacious common living and kitchen area and toilets are big and clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
US$116.05
1 night, 2 adults

Geysir Hestar

Haukadalur

This Icelandic horse farm provides accommodation in Haukadalur Valley, 90 minutes’ drive from Reykjavik. Overlooking Geysir, it offers a guest lounge, garden and horse riding tours.

T
Thomas
From
Canada
Location was great to see the Geysir and the Falls.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 668 reviews
Price from
US$139.27
1 night, 2 adults

The Barn

Vík

The Barn is located near the village of Vík between the Mýrdalsjölill Glacier and the southern coast of Iceland. This hostel provides free WiFi and complimentary parking on site.

R
Regina
From
Kazakhstan
I would highly recommend this place for all people. The staff is very polite. The atmosphere of the guest house is amazing: starting from the kitchen, board games, bar. It is very close to the black beach and to Cape Dirholai.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5,895 reviews
Price from
US$122.18
1 night, 2 adults

Hvoll Hostel

Kirkjubæjarklaustur

Set 26 km from Kirkjubæjarklaustur in the South Iceland Region, 40 km from Fagrifoss, Hvoll Guesthouse features a barbecue and views of the mountain. Systrafoss twin falls is 24 km away.

E
Ewout
From
Netherlands
Beautiful location. Everything is clean. Nice room with sink. Kitchen well equipped and enough clean showers and toilets. Nice atmosphere. Enjoyed staying here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,247 reviews
Price from
US$118.55
1 night, 2 adults

Bakki Apartments & Hostel

Eyrarbakki

Bakki Apartments & Hostel offers dorm rooms and self-catering apartments by the sea in Eyrarbakki village. WiFi and parking are free. Reykjavík city centre is a 50-minute drive away.

P
Phillip
From
Luxembourg
Helpful reception, good communication. Room close by which was very quiet. Beds were very comfortable and showers were great. Showed the care and attention to detail that made it a great stay
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,533 reviews
Price from
US$174.08
1 night, 2 adults

Skyrhusid Guesthouse

Hali

Set a 10-minute drive from Jökulsárlón Glacier, this farm Guesthouse offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and mountain views. Iceland’s Ring Road is right next to the property.

O
Ocean
From
Italy
We had a lovely time. The house was really well decorated and very clean. There was a lovely atmosphere and the facilities were great
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,571 reviews
Price from
US$163.35
1 night, 2 adults

Héradsskólinn Historic Guesthouse

Laugarvatn

Located within the famous Golden Circle sightseeing trail, Héradsskólinn Historic Guesthouse overlooks Lake Laugarvatn, Hekla Volcano and the Eyjafjallajökull Glacier.

M
Michał
From
Poland
Very good place, just go and see :) Reccomended by Homeless Pelican <3
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,443 reviews
Price from
US$150.87
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,247 reviews
I was third time in this hostel - it is the best hostel in Iceland. The vicinity is wonderful with small lake and birds, you feel you are at the end of the world. You have clean rooms, large common room to eat something with well-equiped three kitchens. You can wash and dry your clothes (each 900 ISK). The hostel has got a big parking, many showers, good wifi. I love this place.
Guest review by
Joanna Ewa
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$156.67
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,471 reviews
The Hostel has a kitchen with a lot of cooking plates. The beds are comfortable.
Guest review by
Andrea
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$104.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,443 reviews
Great location and an interesting history told through interior decor
Guest review by
Bo
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 668 reviews
Fantastic accommodation, beds are very very comfortable. Great location along the Golden Circle. Great kitchen to cook your own food. Highly recommend. Free shampoo and conditioner in every shower.
Guest review by
Natalie
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$125.34
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 576 reviews
Breakfast was included in the price and was served in the restaurant right next door to the hostel. It was very basic, but it was nice to start the day on a full stomach. I had a sink in the room, which was very convenient. There was one toilet across the hall from my room and a bathroom right next to the toilet. I didn't experience any problems accessing the toilet or the bathroom.
Guest review by
Carina
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,836 reviews
It was new, clean and very well maintained. The kitchen is the best hostel kitchen i have seen so far.
Guest review by
Huiyu
Group
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,510 reviews
One of the best hostels I’ve stayed in- really is like a little paradise. Great food and friendly staff! Beds were comfy and placed the best they could be for privacy, you get your own socket and shelf :) Food is amazing and a very good price for Iceland!
Guest review by
Kim
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$93.82
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5,895 reviews
I loved my stay at the barn. It was my first time staying in a hostel and I was surprised how much I loved it. The bar had amazing cocktails, Great location, Kitchen is fully equipped, Bathrooms where clean and had lots of them so no waiting time. Loved that they had board games to play in the common areas. Staff was super nice and the location was perfect.
Guest review by
Karen
Group
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,056 reviews
This is one of the best hostels in Iceland. The property was clean, friendly and lively. The host was very helpful, suggested me places and also got me discount in many tours. I definitely recommend to speak to the host about discounts. The place has very friendly pets aswell to play with. I will definitely come again to this wonderful place.
Guest review by
nirmal
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$140.36
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,117 reviews
one of the best hotels I ever stayed at. Super modern, clean and comfy beds. OUTDOOR HOT TUB and SAUNA - I mean, how is this even real? super friendly staff and good location. on top of that the cheapest hostel I found in Iceland so far! Highly recommend.
Guest review by
Isabella
Solo traveller