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Set in Hvolsvöllur, 3.5 km from Seljalandsfoss, Paradise Cave Hostel & Guesthouse offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. Great location Spacious rooms Breakfast included Nice common space

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9
Superb
1,601 reviews
Price from
US$83
per night

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 terrace. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a garden, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a tour desk.

Buffet and continental breakfast options are available at the hostel. The place exceeded the expectiation! The hot tub and the sauna was a amazing bonus, we could see the aurora from the hot tub

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9.1
Superb
2,157 reviews
Price from
US$52
per night

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.

Some of Geysir Hestar’s accommodation options feature a kitchen and a seating area with sofa. Toilets and showers are either private or shared. The hosts are very friendly and attentive. They give you a quick tour and explain all the necessities as you arrive. Hotel is very neat, clean and organized. Looks like an old barn made into something so cozy! The view and the nature is amazing! Domestic animals are the point of attraction for people who are into animals, kids would definitely love it.

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9.1
Superb
671 reviews
Price from
US$82
per night

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 WiFi. We really enjoyed our stay at Efra Sel Hostel: the view from the property is great, the bed was really comfy and the kitchen well equipped for any meal. Truly recommend!

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9.1
Superb
98 reviews
Price from
US$129
per night

Located in Vík, 1.1 km from Black Sand Beach, Vík Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. The breakfast is awesome, they got fresh eggs and fresh bakeries. There are animals around the hostel. They are friendly and nice. The room is tidy and clean. Excellent kitchen for backpackers. Got all stuffs we need.

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7.9
Good
1,159 reviews
Price from
US$107
per night

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.

The Barn features a communal kitchen and an information desk. Guests are provided lockers for their personal belongings. A hostel bar is at your disposal. The view is amazing. The bed is comfortable, and very soundproof. My room is right by the shower and toilet, but I can hear nothing. Nice and spacious kitchen

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8.6
Fabulous
6,038 reviews
Price from
US$81
per night

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.

All rooms are fitted with a shared bathroom. Hvoll Guesthouse features free WiFi . The location, room, washroom, kitchen & the sitting area

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8.1
Very good
3,266 reviews
Price from
US$147
per night

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.

Bakki Hostel's dormitory rooms have access to shared bathrooms, a guest lounge and a communal kitchen with tea/coffee facilities. everything was in order, friendly staff

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8.9
Fabulous
1,600 reviews
Price from
US$57
per night

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.

Guest rooms at Skyrhusid Guesthouse have an in-room wash basin. All have access to shared bathroom facilities. Bed linen and towels are included. Loved the location, view were stunning 😍 rooms were basic but big and clean, The communal kitchen was perfect stocked fridge and coffee machine also cake for guests. It was a nice touch ❤️

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8.8
Fabulous
1,621 reviews
Price from
US$199
per night

Set in a 1920s former school building, Héradsskolinn offers both private rooms and dorms. All rooms feature bright décor, lake- or mountain views and access to a pool table and TV lounge. Guests can choose between rooms with private or shared bathrooms. Good accomodation. Restaurant food was delicious. Breakfast too. Good location

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8.4
Very good
1,503 reviews
Price from
US$168
per night

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