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Hlíd Hostel

1.5 star property
Hostel in Myvatn with free parking

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Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reception
Dining room
Hlíd Hostel offers a peaceful mountain escape with a sunny terrace and a driving range. Enjoy three hot springs after a day of exploring. Free WiFi keeps you connected, and nearby laundry facilities and bike rentals add convenience for longer stays.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi

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Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Sleeping Bag Accommodation)

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Very good
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Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Myvatn, Hlíd Hostel is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Myvatn and Grotagja Cave. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Laugum Pool or Laugavollur. Take time off to check out the hot springs in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails, mountain climbing, and horse riding nearby.
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Hraunbrún, Myvatn, Northeast Region, 660

What's nearby

  • Lake Myvatn - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Grotagja Cave - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Myvatn Nature Baths - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Hverarondor Hverir - 12 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Pseudo Craters - 24 min drive - 25.7 km

Getting around

  • Akureyri (AEY) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaffi Borgir - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fish & Chips Lake Myvatn - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Vogafjós Cowshed Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Daddi's Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gamli Bær - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Hlíd Hostel

Hostel in the mountains
Hlíd Hostel provides amenities like a terrace and laundry facilities. Tee up with amenities like a driving range at this hostel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 3 hot springs. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Hlíd Hostel have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

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 buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 17.25 for adults and EUR 8 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 3 hot springs
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Golf driving range
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Mountain biking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 3 hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 9:00 AM - midnight
  • Hot springs water temperature - 104 ºF

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Elda Guesthouse (Address: Helluhraun 9 GPS POINTS N65° 38' 25.53]
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Bed sheets fee: EUR 11 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 17.25 for adults and EUR 8 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

Hot springs access available from 9:00 AM to midnight

Property is also known as

Hlíd Hostel Myvatn
Hlíd Myvatn
Hlíd
Hlíd Hostel Myvatn
Hlíd Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hlíd Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Myvatn

Frequently asked questions

Is Hlíd Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hlíd Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hlíd Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hlíd Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hlíd Hostel located?

Situated in Myvatn, this golf hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Myvatn and Grotagja Cave. Myvatn Nature Baths and Namafjall are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Hlíd Hostel Reviews

7.0

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

7.8

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 39 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great kitchen area for hostel. Well stocked and lots of space to cook and eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Francesco

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Too expensive for what this hostel offer! The building is very old and not so clean , the staff is friendly and professional. Kitchen is big and you can find everything you need rooms are too small
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
NA
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn-marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mathilde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellente guesthouse: logement top, parties communes superbes !!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Eunmi

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed very creaky and noisy and seems outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Rushikumar

Rooms are very tiny and hard to even open large bags. Kitchen area was fine but there were just too many people using it at the same time. Pricing is higher compared to what they provide.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was very clean, and it was easy to check-in. The kitchen was big and well furnished, but got a bit disappointed seeing there wasn’t cooking oil, salt or pepper. The bunk beds were comfortable enough, but the lack of privacy curtains was a bit off putting. I got to sleep in my room alone, so it’s not too bad, but I wouldn’t like having strangers come and go and just see me sleep. Finally, I feel like the blanket fee is a bit deceiving. While it is mentioned on Expedia, it’s like 1500 ISK, in person they charged me 3500 ISK (could’ve been 3000 ISK if I messaged them in advance..). Overall, I don’t think a fee make sense, just include the bedsheets in the price, it’s an hostel..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mario

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

FREDERIQUE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dominique

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Guylaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the dining room! But not the flies ;)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Katharina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room with two bunk-beds was very small for four people. It was hot, stuffy and poorly soundproofed. We spent three nights there and EVERY night there was quite a big fat spider on the ceiling. First night - spider has rappelled on the head of our son. He awoke, saw the spider above his face and awoke all of us. Second night - daughter saw spider rappelled from the ceiling on the side around 4am, awoke us and asked us to remove it; third night- we saw the spider around 10 pm and removed it. In summer time is it not getting dark, thus you can see everything everywhere. Our kids are not little, nevertheless they felt uncomfortable. It seems that the construction is poorly „sealed“ and has a lot of holes.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Odile

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Israel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Simple accommodation in a nice surrounding.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Giovanna

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ostello che necessiterebbe di una bella ristrutturazione. Struttura un po' lasciata andare. Ampia cucina, con disponibili numerosi utensili e due frigoriferi. Stanza piccola. Bagni in comune un po' datati e minimali. La zona purtroppo non offre molto altro, a prezzi ragionevoli.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Prem

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved to sleep at the end of a 300 years old lava bed, my bed was comfy (I rented duvet set) and staff was friendly and very helpful. Not much privacy in the bathroom but for few nights is fine. Great cheap option for exploring the wonderful surroundings
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Abhijeet

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay.

Check in was smooth and the room and bed were comfortable. Cost to rent linens is much higher than listed on Hotels.com. It was approximately $18 for the linens.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

DOMINIQUE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tres p ropre grannde cuisine bien équipée et salle a manger. Belle vue.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Shiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021