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Ósar Hostel

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A modern building with a covered entrance, a picnic table, and a clear sky.
A cozy loft-style living room with a sloped ceiling, wooden walls, and a black leather sofa set.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a tiled backsplash, and a wooden dining table.
A cabin with two single beds, a small table, and a window with curtains.
A coffee shop with a chalkboard menu listing beverages and prices.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Ósar Vatnsnesvegur, Hvammstangi, Húnaþing Vestra, 531
  • Place, Lake Vesturhópsvatn
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Borgarvirki
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (5 beds)

A cabin-style room with wooden walls and floors, featuring four beds with purple bedding and white pillows, two windows with curtains, and a desk with a lamp.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (5 beds)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Single Beds

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

A cabin with two single beds, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

A room with two beds, a small wooden stool, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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A kitchen with white cabinets, a tiled backsplash, and a wooden dining table.

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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A room with two beds, a small wooden stool, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds OR 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, Shared Bathroom (5 beds)

A cabin-style room with wooden walls and floors, featuring four beds with purple bedding and white pillows, two windows with curtains, and a desk with a lamp.

Room, Shared Bathroom (5 beds)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Beds OR 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

A cabin-style room with wooden walls and floors, featuring four beds with purple bedding and white pillows, two windows with curtains, and a desk with a lamp.

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds

About the area

Hvammstangi

At Ósar Hostel, you'll be 1.3 km (0.8 mi) from Hvitserkur and 16.4 km (10.2 mi) from Borgarvirki. Highlights at this hostel include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .With a stay at this Hvammstangi hostel, you'll be 22.5 km (14 mi) from Illugastadir seal watching and 36.1 km (22.4 mi) from Kolufossar Falls.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Vesturhópsvatn - 26 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Borgarvirki - 34 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • Akureyri (AEY) - 160 min drive

About this property

Ósar Hostel

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at Ósar Hostel. Self parking is free.

This Hvammstangi hostel is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Ósar Hostel offers 17 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using 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 microwaves can be requested.

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  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 245 reviews
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ISK 2,400 for adults and ISK 1,200 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave on request
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM 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)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ISK 2400 for adults and from ISK 1200 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 cots/infant beds and on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Ósar Hostel Hvammstangi
Ósar Hvammstangi
Ósar Hostel Hvammstangi
Ósar Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Ósar Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Hvammstangi

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ósar Hostel?

Ósar Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Ósar Hostel?

Yep, Ósar Hostel has a free self car park.

Does Ósar Hostel serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet breakfast is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ósar Hostel?

No, Ósar Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ósar Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ósar Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Ósar Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful, relaxing, beautiful view of the seas and surrounding seals, birds and horses!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful location! Close to the ocean with picturesque mountains and lush fields. The hostel is well equipped and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here. Very peaceful and quiet with great walking paths around it. It is a bit of a drive off the highway but you are rewarded at the end for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Has laundry!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
We absolutely loved the location and the manager was extra nice. However, the cabin was not very clean and there was mold in every corner of the cabin. The sheets and towels were clean!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very nice, he showed me around the house on check-in. The house is a lovely renovated farmhouse that really gave the “get away cottage” vibes. Be ready to drive ~30 minutes on a dirt road to get there, but don’t be afraid, my 2 wheel drive compact car did it just fine, the road is in good condition. There’s a nice little trail going to the sea very nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Getting there was a bit rough , not crazy difficult but it’s gravel road. The view is awesome. The owner has provided a full kitchen and washing machine etc.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Walls are so thin I could hear people cooking in the kitchen and people laughing doors away from me at midnight. Also off of a road that is not maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
Very difficult for 2 families to use kitchen and bathroom during peak busy times such as morning and dinner cooking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the cabin and it was AMAZING! Just a cozy, wood cabin vibe. Three rooms so lots of options for our group (I think there were 8 beds total). The kitchen space was a bit small but had everything we needed. The host who greeted us was the best. We are not sure his name, but serious appreciation to him. The property is a working farm close to a beach and the Elephant Rock formation. 10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hostel that is better than many guesthouses

Hostel that is better than many guesthouse with nice location with panaromic view and short distance to Hvitserkur. My daughter love this place the most compared to oth guesthouses and hotels we stayed. Got a huge room that can sleep 5 for 3 of us with nice view to the ocean. There are 3 levels in total for this property with shared kitchen equipped with freezer and fridge, stove and oven at both kitchens. The lower level kitchen also has washing machine and dryer that can be used for frer compared to other guesthou]ses that I hv been to that charged ISK4,500 for the laundry service. Laundromat will cost about IDK3,000. The staff at the reception is very friendly and helpful to show us to the property and our room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a kind of old building and the interior was outdated as well. We couldn’t use the shades at the window as they were broken - as it never gets dark in summer, it was very unpleasant. It was very clean though but nevertheless, I had superior stays in Iceland for that price, especially as you had to make and strip your own bed. Owner, however, was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cottages were amazing for our family. Kitchen was equipped with all the required utensils. We went with cottage because we wanted the private bathrooms. There were 8 beds in the cottage, they did give 4 bed sheets. We had to put them on whatever beds we choose to sleep on. :) Unfortunately there was no shower gel/shampoo/conditioner. We didn't get any notification that it won't be there. This place was amazing and surrounded with lambs, horses and birds. would recommend to any one.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Type auberge de jeuness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel absolutely shared facilities. Very happy stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the ocean with a great view, but lots of flies, mosquitos, and other insects, even inside the unit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff on check in was awesome! Great to have a full kitchen! The washing machine did the job great, clothes dryer was... weirdly bad. Clothes were in it for about 2 hrs and still wet. Did some investigative googling, and turns out it was a heat pump operated dryer. And they typically take over 4 hrs to dry. We ended up hanging our clothes out on the line outside and they were done in no time - we probably should have done that from the get-go.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nous étions seuls dans un chalet avec 3 chambres,nous avons pris celle de deux lits,toutes les chambres ont des lits séparés La vue au niveau de la petite cuisine est super elle donne sur les phoques, heureusement que nous étions deux . Le personnel, deux étudiants français ont été très aimables Nous avons apprécié l'ambiance nature ,nous y sommes restés 2 jours
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Netter Kontakt, tolle Umgebung
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hote sympathique mais menage tres approximatif, logement vetuste et mal chauffé, lits a faire soi meme, ni thé ni café à disposition, et le petit-déjeuner qui etait censé etre disponible en supplément ne l'était finalement pas car c'était la fin de la saison...
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
因距離景點較近，所以選了這間住宿，房子
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très tranquille près de mer et des moutons.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Baño muy pequeño
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hostel! Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022