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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. Staff was very helpful and warm. Very nice people in a very Cosy place. Good looking also with the waterfall behind

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9.1
Wonderful
1,940 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. This place is excellent! If you're travelling through the Ring Road, this place is right next to Road 1. The spaces are big and comfortable, there's a bar, a common area, small kitchen, hot tub and sauna... everything needed to take a break and relax. Staff is super friendly as well.

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9.1
Wonderful
2,154 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
344 reviews
Price from
$72
per night

Valkyrie Guesthouse - 1km from SELJALANDSFOSS

Hvolsvöllur

Set in Hvolsvöllur, 2 km from Seljalandsfoss, Valkyrie Guesthouse - 1km from SELJALANDSFOSS offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is allergy-free and is located 31 km from Skogafoss Waterfall.

All guest rooms come with a fridge, microwave, a coffee machine, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. The units at the hostel are equipped with a private bathroom and bed linen. Host was very responsive and helpful. I really appreciate her being kind and trying to help me. I had a great stay!

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9.8
Exceptional
23 reviews
Price from
$105
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. Everything is perfect. Nice place to watch aurora. Staff is very friendly.

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8.7
Excellent
5,992 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 . Great value for money, room was perfect, kitchen had everything we needed, bathroom was clean. Easy to acces from main road. Definitley recomending.

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8.1
Very Good
3,167 reviews

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 kitchen and amenities. The location is also amazing.

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8.9
Excellent
1,820 reviews
Price from
$105
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. We were happy to host. Very clean and the atmosphere is pleasant. Thermal baths a short walk away

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8.4
Very Good
1,392 reviews
Price from
$83
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. Of only all hostel were like this one!

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8.9
Excellent
2,584 reviews
Price from
$46
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. We left before breakfast and got the most amazing picnic box! The staff were so friendly and kind

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8.1
Very Good
488 reviews
Price from
$104
per night

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