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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. Staffs are really friendly. Other guests were all nice, quiet and respectful. Very comfy place for a short stay. Bath room and kitcken are super clean. Recommend.

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9
Superb
1,556 reviews
Price from
US$70
per night

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.

Buffet and continental breakfast options are available at the hostel. It is an excellent location if you are planning to visit the south coast and central highlands, with clean common areas, good rooms plus beds(not squeaky at all), warm and hospitable staff, and great food. I'll stay here again in the future.

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9.1
Superb
2,131 reviews
Price from
US$38
per night

Located in Fludir, 25 km from Geysir, Efra Sel Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi. Efra Sel was the nicest surprise of our trip when it comes to accommodation, and probably my favourite accommodation we stayed at in Iceland. The room was spacious and clean, and this was the only room where we had a sofa as part of a "living room corner" too. There was a sink and mirror in the room. The bathrooms are nice and there are 2 bathrooms for 6 rooms I think, which is a good ratio. We did not see other people, so it barely felt like a shared hostel bathroom. The kitchen is also well equipped with a large table facing large windows with a nice view outside. The price was also pretty affordable. We were sorry we booked only 1 night, and would definitely come back!

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9.2
Superb
110 reviews
Price from
US$114
per night

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. The units will provide guests with a fridge. Cozy farmhouse. Warm and clean inside. Windows are closed with thick curtains, which is convenient on a light night. Beds are comfortable and you sleep well. Excellent kitchen, there is everything you need for cooking. Lots of space in the kitchen and living area. There is a refrigerator, coffee maker and ground coffee. Convenient self-check-in with clear instructions, easy to get to

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9
Superb
271 reviews
Price from
US$92
per night

This Icelandic horse farm provides accommodation in Haukadalur Valley, 90 minutes’ drive from Reykjavik. Overlooking Geysir, it offers a guest lounge, garden and horse riding tours.

Some of Geysir Hestar’s accommodation options feature a kitchen and a seating area with sofa. Toilets and showers are either private or shared. Everything, super cozy, clean, everything you need, great location.

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9.1
Superb
670 reviews
Price from
US$81
per night

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. Amazing everything. Beds, bathrooms and kitchen, superb clean and comfortable.

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8.6
Fabulous
5,970 reviews
Price from
US$60
per night

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 . It is a great place. We saw northern lights just outside of the hostel. There were a lot of people staying at the hostel but we had no trouble using the shower, kitchen etc.

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8.1
Very good
3,239 reviews
Price from
US$143
per night

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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8.9
Fabulous
1,574 reviews
Price from
US$55
per night

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

Guest rooms at Skyrhusid Guesthouse have an in-room wash basin. All have access to shared bathroom facilities. Bed linen and towels are included. Great location near Jokulsarlon, cozy room And kitchen. Free juice, Milk, coffee And tea.

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8.8
Fabulous
1,600 reviews
Price from
US$171
per night

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. The building is beautiful both inside and out, with a unique charm thanks to its history as an old school. The atmosphere has a very cool, distinctive vibe. Our room was on the smaller side, but it was comfortable and cozy. The shared bathrooms were decent and served their purpose. We also opted for breakfast, which featured a wide variety of options—and everything we tried was delicious.

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8.4
Very good
1,480 reviews
Price from
US$125
per night

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