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Vagnsstadir HI Hostel

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Small) | View from room
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Cottage (Small) | 1 bedroom, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi
Cottage (Small) | 1 bedroom, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Vagnsstaðir, Kalfatellsstadhur, 0781
  • Place, Vestrahorn
  • Place, Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Hornafjordur Art Museum
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hornafjordur Airport (HFN)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Cottage (Small) | 1 bedroom, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Cottage (Small)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Large Single Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Small) | 1 bedroom, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Small)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Small) | 1 bedroom, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Small)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Small with Bunk Bed) | 1 bedroom, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Small with Bunk Bed)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Small) | 1 bedroom, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Small)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom (Small with Bunk Beds) | 1 bedroom, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom (Small with Bunk Beds)

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Room, Shared Bathroom (Small with Bunk beds for 6) | 1 bedroom, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Room, Shared Bathroom (Small with Bunk beds for 6)

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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About this property

Vagnsstadir HI Hostel

Beach hostel in Kalfatellsstadhur with free parking
Along with express check-out, this smoke-free hostel has tour/ticket assistance and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Vagnsstadir HI Hostel offers 10 accommodations with blackout curtains. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Vagnsstadir HI Hostel features free WiFi in public areas and self-parking, plus breakfast (surcharge).
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance
  • 16.4 miles (26.4 km) from Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon and 8 miles (12.9 km) from The Thorbergur Center
As a guest of Vagnsstadir HI Hostel, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Kalfatellsstadhur hostel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee: ISK 3,500 for adults and ISK 1,750 for children

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately ISK 3500 for adults and from ISK 1750 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
The front desk at this property is open daily from 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM.
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in information and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Vagnsstadir HI Hostel Hofn
Vagnsstadir HI Hofn
Vagnsstadir HI Hostel Kalfatellsstadhur
Vagnsstadir HI Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Vagnsstadir HI Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 404 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 404 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 404 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 404 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 404 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The cabin and showers were fine for the price, but there was only 1 stove and sink for all the guests to use, which meant long waits and jostling for the facilities to make meals. It was like the hunger games trying to use the stove to make dinner at night. Really need another stove and sink for a place that size.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sally

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great spot for a night. Our cottage was comfortable for 4 adults. No blackout curtains meant that I had to create my own. Towels are also not included in the price. Otherwise a stunning setting, which we enjoyed with a clear blue sky.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not worth of money, cottage with no insulation

We lived in the cottage, the door is in a poor condition and can hardly be locked. The room has no insulation, even we stayed in summer, it was very cold with the electric heater on. You need to go to another building for shower and for the communal kitchen. Would not recommend, particularly in winter, not cheap as well for this standard
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nurul Nadira

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cosy hotels

Lovely hostels near to black sand beach. The amenities are complete & the bed is cosy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice place, next to a mountain. Big kitchen, nice dining area
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

FERMI NIVEDITHA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Unfortunately, the stay was not good for me. I was put in a room with roommates that made me uncomfortable and with their outdoor equipment taking over the whole room. So I reached out to the property management. They couldn't so much about it so I hung out at the living room couch and left early morning.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica, Edinburgh

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This hostel was good. Beds were comfy but the room was a bit small. The kitchen/dining area was nice but we could only find one bowl. Overally it was a good place to crash for the night with some nice views in the area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Raushan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was a decent stay. We liked how clean the room was and the other guests were also quiet and respectful. The hostel is a little run-down but overall clean and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Lily

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Pros - good wifi - close to attraction - clear check-in instructions - clean kitchen & big dining area - big living room with games - kitchen supplies (forks, bowls, plates, pots) - big shared fridge - nice view - comfortable beds Cons - no towel for showering - only two toilets for 20 people - no power in the morning and host didn't come and fix it - no power = no breakfast, no coffee, no hot water, can't charge any devices

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean but very thin walls and we could hear the conversation from the room next to ours. Overall was a good one night stay on our road trip.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Olivia

Travelled with partner
This was your typical hostel. The private room was cozy and included with towels and sheets. There are only two bathrooms, which was challenging in the morning and many people were getting ready for their days. The showers are also communal and pretty basic. If you are looking for a more private stay, I would recommend the guesthouse. Overall, this worked out well for us as we only needed a place to sleep. The scenery outside the hostel was absolutely beautiful, and if we’d had more time, we would have explored.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing

The location is convenient, just off Route 1. We were staying in the main building. The room was tiny and the walls were very thin, although this is not uncommon in hostels/guesthouses in Iceland as far as we could see. The kitchen was simply terrible, lacking even the most basic supplies such as dish soap, let alone salt/pepper. The decor and fabric of the building were dated and it was clear that it had not been refurbished in a long time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

May

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Prathik

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Jorge

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Marina

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
We stayed in small cottage. Be aware of the following: you have very small bedroom and very small entrance room, and the toilet with sink with cold water, without towels. The shower is in the main building. It is opened, no privacy at all. We did not find the mentioned "Rainfall showerhead". There is no wi-fi in the cottage (but stated in the amenities). Bottom line, we did not fill comfortable, but we would define this property as likely ok.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Sameer

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

BK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Sveta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023