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Ósar Hostel

2.0 star property
Beach hostel with coffee shop/cafe and bar/lounge

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

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Ósar Vatnsnesvegur, Hvammstangi, Húnaþing Vestra, 531
  • Place, Hvitserkur
  • Place, Illugastadir seal watching
  • Place, Borgarvirki
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Oven
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Oven
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Oven
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Oven
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Oven
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds OR 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Shared Bathroom (5 beds)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Oven
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds OR 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Oven
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

About the area

Hvammstangi

At Ósar Hostel, you'll be 1.3 km (0.8 mi) from Hvitserkur and 12.3 km (7.6 mi) from Lake Vesturhópsvatn. Highlights at this beach 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 16.5 km (10.3 mi) from Borgarvirki and 22.5 km (14 mi) from Illugastadir seal watching.
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What's nearby

  • Borgarvirki - 35 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • Akureyri (AEY) - 160 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Geitafell - ‬37 min drive

About this property

Ósar Hostel

Beach hostel with coffee shop/cafe and bar/lounge
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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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

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

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  • Smoke-free property

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

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

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
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. 

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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

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

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica, Edinburgh

Travelled with group
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

6/10 Okay

Joanna K

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

jean francois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Weihong

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

6/10 Okay

Irene

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harish, San Jose

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My family especially likes the beach behind our cabin with seals on the other side. And we could walk to the famous rock in 20 minutes and come back in 10 minutes. The cabin is big. Only drawback is no cooking oil or salt/sugar in the Kitchenette, but the staff was very nice , he borrowed us his salt so we could be able to make some simple breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner super friendly and helpful. The cabin has beautiful view!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Oddur Thorri

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

Perfect.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Right in front of Hvitserkur. Friendly, attentive host!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When you first get there it seems like you are in the middle of nowhere but it turns out it’s such a beautiful little place!!! The guy that checked me in was so friendly!! I would go there again!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Cheongsik

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Susann

Travelled with group
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

8/10 Good

Kam Wah

Travelled with group
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