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Vagnsstadir HI Hostel

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this beach Kalfatellsstadhur hostel

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Shared kitchen facilities
Cottage (Small) Self Check-in | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Small) Self Check-in | View from room
Cottage (Small) Self Check-in | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Vagnsstaðir, Kalfatellsstadhur, 0781
  • Place, The Thorbergur Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Fjallsárlón
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hornafjordur Airport (HFN)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Cottage (Small) Self Check-in | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Cottage (Small) Self Check-in

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Small) Self Check-in | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Small) Self Check-in

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Small) Self Check-in | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Small) Self Check-in

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

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Small with Bunk Bed) Self Check-in | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Small with Bunk Bed) Self Check-in

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Small) Self Check-in | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Small) Self Check-in

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom (Small with Bunk Beds) Self Check-in | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom (Small with Bunk Beds) Self Check-in

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room, Shared Bathroom (Small with Bunk beds for 6) Self Check-in | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Room, Shared Bathroom (Small with Bunk beds for 6) Self Check-in

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Kalfatellsstadhur

In Kalfatellsstadhur .At this Kalfatellsstadhur hostel, you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of The Thorbergur Center and 12 miles (20 km) of Vatnajökull National Park. Vatnajokull is within 16 miles (25 km) and Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • The Thorbergur Center - 13 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon - 26 min drive - 20.6 miles
  • Fjallsárlón - 37 min drive - 28.2 miles
  • Silfurnes Golf Course - 52 min drive - 41.3 miles
  • Hornafjordur Art Museum - 54 min drive - 41.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hornafjordur Airport (HFN) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Smyrlabjörg Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Local Langoustine - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Vagnsstadir HI Hostel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beach Kalfatellsstadhur hostel
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.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Vagnsstadir HI Hostel offers 10 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: ISK 3,500 for adults and ISK 1,750 for children

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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

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.

Property payment types

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: approximately ISK 3500 for adults and 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

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 cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Vagnsstadir HI Hostel to the airport?

Vagnsstadir HI Hostel is 29.3 mi (36-min drive) away from the Hornafjordur Airport (HFN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Vagnsstadir HI Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Vagnsstadir HI Hostel.

Does Vagnsstadir HI Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Vagnsstadir HI Hostel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of ISK 3500 for adults and ISK 1750 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at Vagnsstadir HI Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Vagnsstadir HI Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Vagnsstadir HI Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Vagnsstadir HI Hostel have a pool?

Vagnsstadir HI Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Vagnsstadir HI Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Vagnsstadir HI Hostel to downtown Kalfatellsstadhur?

Vagnsstadir HI Hostel is 2 mi away from Kalfatellsstadhur.

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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler

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

Traveled 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

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