Nestled in the mountains, Hlíd Hostel offers a tranquil retreat. Unwind on the sun-kissed terrace, hit some balls at the driving range, or soak in one of three hot springs. With free WiFi and laundry facilities nearby bike rentals are available to explore further.
Hlíd Hostel is a great choice for a stay in Myvatn. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests can keep active with onsite mountain biking.
At a glance
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Hotel size
14 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Mountain biking
Helicopter/airplane tours
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Hot springs nearby
Whale-watching nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Picnic area
Terrace
Golf driving range on site
Accessibility
No elevator (single level property)
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Freshen up
Shared bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Oven
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Housekeeping once per stay
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Special features
Spa
There are 3 hot springs open between 9:00 AM and midnight.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Bed sheets fee: EUR 11 per person, per stay
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 17.25 for adults and EUR 8 for children
Children & extra beds
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Hot springs access available from 9:00 AM to midnight
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Does Hlíd Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hlíd Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hlíd Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hlíd Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hlíd Hostel?
Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hlíd Hostel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as mountain biking. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours. Hlíd Hostel also has a picnic area.
What's the area around Hl íd Hostel like?
Hlíd Hostel is a short 14-minute walk from Lake Myvatn and 19 minutes' walk from Grotagja Cave.
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Reviews
Hlíd Hostel Reviews
7.0
Good
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8.0
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
8.0
Staff & service
7.2
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2024
Great kitchen area for hostel. Well stocked and lots of space to cook and eat.
Curtis
Curtis, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2024
It was nice and clean!
Lynn-marie
Lynn-marie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 27, 2024
Loved the dining room! But not the flies ;)
Guylaine
Guylaine, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 18, 2024
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..
Arthur
Arthur, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 3, 2023
Simple accommodation in a nice surrounding.
Rafael
Rafael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2023
Excellente guesthouse: logement top, parties communes superbes !!
Mathilde
Mathilde, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2025
It’s beyond our expectation
Xuan
Xuan, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 14, 2023
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
Cristina
Cristina, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Jun 18, 2025
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
Francesco
Francesco, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 7, 2025
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Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Jul 2, 2023
Bed very creaky and noisy and seems outdated.
Eunmi
Eunmi, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jul 11, 2023
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.
Rushikumar
Rushikumar, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jun 3, 2024
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.
Katharina
Katharina, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Aug 1, 2025
Rückerstattung verweigert
Das Hotel hat uns die Übernachtung 2x verrechnet. Ausser ein "oups" und "sorry" ist nichts passiert. Nachdem sie sich entschuldigt haben, werden Mails ignoriert. Von meinem Geld das sie unrechtmässig zurückbehalten, habe ich noch nichts gesehen obschon sie alle Angaben von mir erhalten haben.
Katharina
Katharina, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Jun 13, 2023
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.
Giovanna
Giovanna, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 17, 2022
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.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2021
Tres p ropre grannde cuisine bien équipée et salle a manger. Belle vue.
DOMINIQUE
DOMINIQUE, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2021
Great stay, easy access to kitchenware and lots of room for guests.
Sebastian
Sebastian, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 6, 2019
Wenn man nicht für das Bett zeug bezahlen will Schlafsack selber mit nehmen. War ganz angenehm.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
May 30, 2019
Très bien situé joli véranda pour la cuisine, chambre petite pour 4 et peu de douche et WC
Maeva
Maeva, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 13, 2019
방이 너무 추웠습니다. 다른 편의 시설은 훌륭했으나 샤워 시설이 부족했습니다. 아침에 씻을 때 많이 기다렸습니다.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 15, 2018
It was cool. Warm room and comfy bed. Good value for the price
que
que, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Sep 28, 2018
This was a great location for where I was, but keep in mind that there isn't much around. My room was quiet, but the building was loud. The common areas were relatively clean. The staff friendly.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 15, 2018
Overall nice and quiet stay
The reception is near the campsite, a bit away from the hostel, so you radio-uitzending pass by. But they were super friendly in finding the right place and helping me out. Rooms were nice and neat. Bathroom was a bit small for all the guests.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Aug 17, 2018
We emailed in advance and I was told that the hours of their reception was different than the hours posted on their door which was also different than on hotels.com. We moved our entire day around to arrive to find a notice posted on the door that said they were open 2 hours later than in the email I received from an employee.
We stayed in a cabin that had nothing but beds but access to the hostel/ camping bathrooms/kitchen. In the first five minutes on the cabin, there were 2 large spiders- on my shoulder and on our bed. In nature, so spiders are reasonably understandable and the cabin was clean. We only used the hostel to brush our teeth before we left in the morning but it was overwhelming busy—- too small for the number of guests, and the bathrooms were filthy.