About

Welcome to Grundarfjördur Hostel!

Set in the picturesque fishing village of Grundarfjördur, our hostel offers a wide range of accommodation - comprised of rooms with shared or private facilities as well as private apartments.

Magnificent mountain or sea views can be enjoyed from most of the individually decorated rooms and apartments at Grundarfjördur Hostel.

We provide free Wi-Fi access and free parking on site or within close walking distance of the hostel.

Grundarfjördur Hostel originally started off as a double storey red house building at Hlidarvegur 15, then due to recent expansions now includes other buildings in town. The reception office remains at the original address of Hlidarvegur 15, which is open from 15h00 until 21h00 in the summer months, unless alternative arrangements are required due to early or late arrivals and /or departures.

All guests staying in our accommodation have access to a common living room with TV and a fully equipped kitchen, while each private apartment has its own private kitchen and seating area with TV.

The town of Grundarfjördur offers a variety of services: banks (with cash dispensers), restaurants, a supermarket, a mechanic and a petrol station where the local bus stop is located. During the summer, tourists can also visit the small museum and information centre in town.

We are extremely proud that our hostel is one of the few establishments which holds the coveted Green Hostel accreditation. It is our aim to encourage environmentally sound practices not only in the hostel but also in our town and on Snaefellsnes.

House Rules

Check In

15:00 - 21:00

Check Out

until 00:00

  • No Curfew
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Self-Catering Facilities
  • Common Room
  • Linen Included
  • Breakfast Not Included
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Reviews

9.7Superb(100)
  • Value for Money
    10.0
  • Security
    10.0
  • Atmosphere
    10.0
  • Cleanliness
    10.0
  • Staff
    8.0
  • Location
    10.0
  • Facilities
    10.0
Summary of traveller reviews

Grundarfjordur HI Hostel in Iceland offers a modern and comfortable stay. Guests praise its excellent cleanliness and well-equipped kitchen facilities. The location is ideal for exploring the Snaefellsenes peninsula. While check-in is self-service, some guests miss staff interaction. The property is well-suited for solo travellers and those on short breaks.

Stayed in May 2026
9.4
C
Catherine
Female, 31-40, Canada
Clean and comfortable, Good value for the going rates in Iceland. Lovely quiet little town. This was our gateway for our Snaefellsenes tour. Self check in so never met any staff. I do mss that human connection.
Stayed in Jul 2025
9.1
M
Merrill
Female, 41+, USA
No staff on site but check in easy. Single room tiny with just enough room for suitcase between bed and wall. Kitchen well stocked with decent service ware. Bathrooms clean and have hair dryers. Common area modern and comfortable.
Stayed in Jul 2025
9.7
E
Esther
Female, 41+, England
Such a beautiful clean hostel with superb kitchen facilities. Great location. Highly recommend.
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Location

Hlidarvegur 15, Grundarfjordur, Iceland
0.2km from city centre