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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, a terrace and a bar. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. the personal was very kind with all the questions, Pablo ir a great person!!!

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9.1
Wonderful
1,946 reviews

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 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.

The hostel offers a buffet or continental breakfast. Great hostel with modern design and good facilities. Spacious and comfortable rooms. Convenient located to visit attractions in the region. Great bar with signature cocktails made from local produce.

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9.1
Wonderful
2,152 reviews
Price from
$40
per night

The Coffee House

Selfoss

The rooms in the hostel are fitted with a coffee machine. Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at The Coffee House also boast free WiFi. At the accommodation rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. We had an amazing experience and would highly recommend it to anyone traveling through the area! The vibe here is super laid-back and friendly, which made meeting other travelers really easy and enjoyable. The facilities are top-notch—clean, well-maintained with cozy bedrooms. The common areas are perfect for relaxing, socializing, or catching up on work. I can't wait to return to Iceland and will definitely be back next time. Highly recommended!

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9
Wonderful
343 reviews
Price from
$72
per night

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.

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. Clean, modern, well maintained.

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8.7
Excellent
5,974 reviews
Price from
$57
per night

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.

All rooms are fitted with a shared bathroom. Hvoll Guesthouse features free WiFi . Price quality was soberb. Clean rooms and bathrooms. Kitchen very well equipped and clean. And the best thing: we were lucky to see an aurora 😊

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8.1
Very Good
3,170 reviews

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.

Bakki Hostel's dormitory rooms have access to shared bathrooms, a guest lounge and a communal kitchen with tea/coffee facilities. Great location for touring the golden circle

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8.8
Excellent
1,991 reviews
Price from
$41
per night

Skyrhusid HI Hostel

Hali

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

Guest rooms at Skyrhusid HI Hostel have an in-room wash basin. All have access to shared bathroom facilities. Bed linen and towels are included. The owner of Skyrhusid was one of the highlights of our trip. He made cake for everyone staying there. Gave us some Skyr on the house. He was a delight, and the facilities were awesome as well. When we come back to Iceland I definitely will stop here

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8.9
Excellent
1,829 reviews
Price from
$109
per night

Héradsskólinn Historic Guesthouse

Laugarvatn

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. Very good place, just go and see :) Reccomended by Homeless Pelican <3

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8.5
Very Good
1,391 reviews
Price from
$112
per night

Höfn Hostel

Höfn

Overlooking Höfn Harbour and Vatnajökull Glacier, this hostel features a guest kitchen, BBQ area and laundry facilities.

Höfn Hostel offer some rooms with shared bathroom and some with private bathrooms. Some rooms are accessible. Clean, spacious, has everything one would expect from a hostel. Bathrooms are clean and despite the place being full, there was no queuing. The kitchen is fully equipped.

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8.9
Excellent
2,578 reviews
Price from
$47
per night

Kanslarinn Hostel

Hella

Situated in Hella, 34 km from Seljalandsfoss, Kanslarinn Hostel features accommodation with a restaurant and free private parking. Free WiFi and a concierge service are available.

At the hostel, rooms are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a shared bathroom and bed linen. The rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Exceptional customer services

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8.1
Very Good
488 reviews
Price from
$105
per night

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