The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center

2.0 star property
Art lovers gather at this cultural center near Skarðsvík Beach, enjoying creative evenings by the arcade room fire or under the stars on the rooftop.

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The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center sits just steps from scenic Skarðsvík Beach. Travelers can relax in the garden or browse local artwork in the library. The hostel provides practical amenities including free WiFi, laundry facilities, and staff who help arrange local tours.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 442
AED 524 total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory- The Time Machine

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Basic Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom- Huldubol

  • Mountain view
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory- Gimli

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Basic Triple Room - Aurora 1

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Basic Triple Room- Aurora 2

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Comfort Triple Room- Aurora 3

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Traditional Quadruple Room-Aurora 4

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Double room with private bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Quadruple room with private bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Rif, The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center is in a national park and near a boardwalk/promenade. Murals of Hellissandur is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Skarðsvík Beach and Djupalonssandur Beach. Kirkjufellsfoss and Kirkjufell Mountain are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing, cave exploring, and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Rif travel guide
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Hafnargata 16, Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Rif, IS-360

What's nearby

  • Northern Light, Aurora borealis at Kirkjufell in Iceland. Kirkjufell mountains in winter.
    Kirkjufellsfoss
    31 min drive - 39.3 km
  • Djupalonssandur Beach
    Djupalonssandur Beach
    33 min drive - 36.5 km
  • Björnsteinn
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ingjaldshóll Historic Site
    4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Grundfjordur Public Pool
    33 min drive - 42.2 km

Restaurants

  • Sker
    7 min drive
  • Matarlist
    7 min drive
  • Hraun
    6 min drive
  • Vettinga
    6 min drive
  • Hobbitinn
    7 min drive

About this property

The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center

Hostel remodeled in 2022 and located near Murals of Hellissandur
Located close to Skarðsvík Beach, The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and a library.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and meeting rooms
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a reception hall, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Children's books, musical instruments, and free infant beds
  • Communal kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens
  • 30-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products, waffle makers, and toasters

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Musical instrument
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1954
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - June 2022
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower

Entertainment

  • 30-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Waffle maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center?

As of 19 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center on 27 May 2026 start from AED 442, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center located?

Situated in a national park, this hostel is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Murals of Hellissandur and 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from Skarðsvík Beach. Djupalonssandur Beach and Kirkjufellsfoss are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 75 reviews

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