Fossardalur Guesthouse - Hostel

1.5 star property

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Property grounds
Interior
Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Basic Triple Room | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Eyjolfsstadir, Djupivogur, East Iceland, 765
  • The Eggs of Merry Bay
    14 min drive
  • Hengifoss
    66 min drive
  • Snaefellsstofa Visitor Center
    68 min drive
  • Djupivogur (DJU)
    28 min drive

Room options

Economy Quadruple Room

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

Economy Triple Room

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Basic Triple Room

  • 14 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

Basic Double or Twin Room

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Economy Triple Room

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Family Quadruple Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Fossardalur Guesthouse - Hostel

Hostel in Djupivogur with free parking
Coffee/tea in a common area, express check-in and express check-out are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
Fossardalur Guesthouse - Hostel offers 6 accommodations with a hairdryer and blackout curtains. This Djupivogur hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and self-parking at Fossardalur Guesthouse - Hostel.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include coffee/tea in a common area
  • On-site recreation includes archery
  • 14 minutes by car from Bulandstindur and 14 minutes from The Eggs of Merry Bay
Fossardalur Guesthouse - Hostel offers its guests coffee/tea in common area, express check-in, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Djupivogur hostel is smoke free.

Languages

English, Icelandic, Polish

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

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Archery

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 7 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
The front desk at this property is open daily from 10 AM - 7 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Property is also known as

Ferðaþjónustan Fossárdal Hostel Djupivogur
Ferðaþjónustan Fossárdal Hostel
Ferðaþjónustan Fossárdal Djupivogur
Ferðaþjónustan Fossárdal Host
Fossardalur Guesthouse
Fossardalur Hostel Djupivogur
Fossardalur Guesthouse - Hostel Djupivogur
Fossardalur Guesthouse - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Fossardalur Guesthouse - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Loved our room, was perfect for 3 people and kitchen/common area was just what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The lodge provided a large warm gathering place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

PHILIP

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The guest house is set back from Rt. 1, and has the feeling of being somewhat isolated, but upon arrival there were many people onsite as the proprietors also run a campground for tenters and campervans. The campers have their own facilities so they did not mingle with guest house occupants. The outside of the guest house is quite unspectacular but the facilities inside were really nice. The room was spacious and clean. The dining room area was also quite spacious and the use of the kitchen and refrigerator was appreciated. The rest room facilities get high marks. Negatives? None. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Ping

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and quiet sitting. Very friendly hosts and easy access to the southeast region of Iceland. I wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Ron

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Told the people that pay to take there shoes off! weird
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

TAHIR, Mississauga

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for one night stay on the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Elena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff very kind. The hostel is quite big and accessorized
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Amit

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet area with several walking options. Room was OK. Well equipped kitchen. The polish girl at the reception was very helpful. Shared shower may be occupied for a long time when needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place. Clean and staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mirela

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First time in Iceland
One night stay to see the eastern side of country before heading to the North. Have to say that I was pleasantly surprised that experience was much better than expected. Thought there might be a concern with sharing one shower with all guests. We got there early and used it before others arrived. We both slept like babies.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alysha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This guesthouse is just off the ring road up a short gravel path. The location once you get up there is absolutely stunning. Theres a small brook running by the guesthouse with a bubbling stream. Its all very beautiful and peaceful. It's a popular site for campers/camping vans but the guesthouse has its own protected facilities. Two kitchens to use meant plenty of space to make breakfast and dinner, and plenty of space to relax. Our room was warm, comfortable, and a good size. We were quite tired but there were good walking opportunities in the area. Host was lovely. Only one shower for the guesthouse (two toilets though) could have been problematic but the guesthouse wasn't busy when we stayed, so no issues with this.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a unique property, had all the basic amenities needed for a good night sleep. They even provide earplugs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was so cozy and the people were so friendly!! I wish we could've stayed here all week!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

SARIT

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived very late and left early morning so we didn't experience the place that much, but from what we did experienced - it is a small and charming guesthouse. We had a great fear from the shared showed & toilets and we were relieved to see the place was perfectly clean. The room we got (of 4 people) felt relatively large and the beds were very comfortable. The general feeling was of a pleasant place to stay Warmly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet place with welcome host!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning area to stay in. Beautiful scenery; I wish we had planned more time to walk around the property cause it was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Favorite Place we Stayed in Iceland
We stayed in Airbnb's and hotels on our two-week trip in Iceland and this was my favorite place. I was the most worried about this one because it is a hostel, but the ladies who run this place are amazing. They worked hard to make sure the place is clean and comfortable. It is in the most beautiful/picturesque setting you can imagine. It was lovely and very cozy and homey. There are 2 kitchens and 2 bathrooms and we never had to wait long to use either. I would not hesitate to stay here again. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is one of a kind. Rooms to rent with shared bathroom. We had 4 beds in one room for all of us. 2 full bathroom & 1 half bath to share with other guests. Its located in a unique setting.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant stay
Really enjoyed our one night stay. Lovely room and kitchen facilities. The photo of the outside of the building does not do justice to the inside. We had the luxury of the main building to ourselves (separate from the campers kitchen etc). Friendly host and great location in the valley setting.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Baruch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly place to sleep over on your Iceland tour.
Excellent place to stay or camp for those who do all around Iceland trip. It has sweet small rooms, common washrooms and large common kitchen. If you come with a camper you parkoutside and enjoy all needed services. On the way up to the lodge there is a beautiful waterfall.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Just a place to sleep.
The rooms are in a building as part of a campground complex. It is more of a hostel than a guesthouse. The particular room we stayed in was very small with low ceilings. I am 6'3" and could stand on the balls of my feet and touch my head to the ceiling. Be aware the booking map shows the house farther down the road. It is at the campground. Also, the road in is a graded dirt road with holes. We had a 2wd compact and had no problem with careful driving. If the road deteriorates further, you might have some minor challenges in a low clearance vehicle. The staff was nice, but all they can really provide is a room with access to a very basic shower room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tolles Zimmer unter dem Dach. Tausch mit Erdgeschosszimmer, da dort kein Doppelbett. Sehr hilfsbereite Dame am check-in. Gut ausgestattete Küche.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024