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Tehúsið Hostel

Egilsstadir

Tehúsið Hostel has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Egilsstadir. Located around 34 km from Hengifoss, the hostel with free WiFi is also 24 km away from Gufufoss. The accommodation offers karaoke and a shared kitchen. The amenities were really good, location was ok, nearby gas station and some stores.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,166 reviews
Price from
₪ 218
per night

Hafaldan HI hostel, old hospital building

Seyðisfjörður

Located in Seydisfjördur village, this hostel offers a rooms with a seating area, fjord views and free Wi-Fi. Seydisfjördur Swimming Pool is just 30 metres away. Parking is free at the hotel.

Some rooms at Hafaldan HI hostel, old hospital building feature private bathrooms, while others have an in-room wash basin and access to shared bathroom facilities. Access to a fully equipped guest kitchen, lounge and BBQ area is also offered. Laundry facilities are available. Beautiful building, very nicely arranged, good athmosphere

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8.7
Fabulous
1,617 reviews
Price from
₪ 164
per night

NorthEast Guesthouse

Bakkafjörður

Set in Bakkafjörður, NorthEast Guesthouse features a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi. Free private parking is available and the hostel also offers bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. Our favourite stay in Iceland. Fantastic use of an old school building. Really recommend a stay here. Remote and quiet. Huge kitchen and dining area as well as a huge lounge. Friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommended.

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8.5
Very good
245 reviews
Price from
₪ 429
per night

Húsey Hostel & Horsefarm

Egilsstadir

Húsey Hostel & Horsefarm features accommodation 55 km from Egilsstadir. The hostel has family rooms.

At the hostel the rooms include a shared bathroom with a shower.

Guests at Húsey Hostel & Horsefarm will be able to enjoy activities in and around Húsey, like hiking. I loved the authenticity and character of this place. If you see the pictures you probably dont realize half how cool this place is. It is a totally authentic, well preserved Icelandic farm. Living rooms, a well equiped kitchen and enough bathrooms present for all. you can join in on horse riding for a really good price even if you arent experienced. the location is a total treat for those who want to get away from the beaten track, beautiful location, away from the main road

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8.8
Fabulous
390 reviews
Price from
₪ 190
per night

Hafaldan HI Hostel - Harbour Building

Seyðisfjörður

Hafaldan HI Hostel - Harbour Building offers accommodation in Seyðisfjörður. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property and free private parking is available on site.

There is a shared kitchen at the hostel. It is possible to buy breakfast at a hotel 10 minutes' walk away. the best kitchen I’ve seen in Iceland. very nice atmosphere and position

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8.3
Very good
393 reviews
Price from
₪ 183
per night

Berunes HI Hostel

Berunes

This hostel is located on Berunes farm by the Ring Road and is 45 km from the village of Djúpivogur. Guests have access to a fully equipped kitchen, and lounges. Free WiFi is available.

Activities in the area include hiking, sailing and bird watching. The nearest airport is Egilsstaðir Airport, 116 km from Berunes HI Hostel. Breiðdalsvík is 23 km away. has a wonderful point, silence and service

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8.9
Fabulous
1,000 reviews
Price from
₪ 586
per night

Framtid Hostel

Djúpivogur

Located in Djúpivogur village, this hostel offers rooms with free WiFi. The rooms are located in a separate house, while there is a shared kitchen in the main building.

All rooms at Hostel Framtid also have access to shared bathroom facilities and a lounge. Bed linen and towels are included. Very clean and comfortable! Amazingly well equipped and very kind staff! Would always come back! Many thanks!

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8.2
Very good
553 reviews
Price from
₪ 496
per night

Helgafell Hostel

Djúpivogur

Helgafell Hostel provides accommodation in Djúpivogur. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hostel has family rooms. Living room, big clean usable kitchen. Prince Valiant comic books 🙂

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7.7
Good
193 reviews
Price from
₪ 851
per night

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