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Midgard Base Camp

Property class: 2.5

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A wooden sauna with a view of the Northern Lights.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
The current price is AU$208
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov

Explore the area

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Dufþaksbraut 14, Hvolsvollur, Rangárþing eystra, 0860
  • Place, Saga Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Lava Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Seljalandsfoss
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Heimaey (VEY-Vestmannaeyar)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Room options

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, curtains, a radiator, and a window with a view.

Bunk bed in 6 people Mixed Dormitory

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Shared Bathroom

A pegboard with hooks holding various items including a knife, a rope, and a green and yellow patterned item.

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bunk bed in 4 people Mixed Dormitory

A room with a bed, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Bunk bed in 4 people Mixed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a sign on the wall.

Standard Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Private Bathroom, Mountain View

A bunk bed room with a desk and chair, a hanging plant, and a window.

Family Room, Private Bathroom, Mountain View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Hvolsvollur

At Midgard Base Camp, you'll be 21.6 km (13.4 mi) from Seljalandsfoss and 48.2 km (30 mi) from Skogafoss. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Midgard Restaurant, serves Scandinavian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a sauna and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 8 AM and 10 AM. .Sights in the region of this Rangárþing eystra hotel include Eyjafjallajokull and Hekla Volcano.

What's nearby

  • Saga Centre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lava Centre - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Seljalandsfoss - 18 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Skogafoss - 48 min drive - 62.5 km
  • Secret Lagoon - 57 min drive - 80.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Eldstó Art Cafè Guesthouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hygge Restaurant & Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Katla Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Björkin - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Gallerí Pizza - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Midgard Base Camp

Midgard Base Camp offers its guests an outdoor pool and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Midgard Base Camp. Self parking is free.

This Rangárþing eystra hotel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2017
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Midgard Base Camp offers 16 accommodations with a hairdryer and blackout curtains. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: EUR 17 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Midgard Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Games
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Snow sports gear
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2017
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heated floor
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • 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 EUR 17 for adults and from EUR 10 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Midgard Base Camp?

Midgard Base Camp offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Midgard Base Camp?

As of 26 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Midgard Base Camp on 26 Nov 2026 start from AU$208, including 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.

Is parking available at Midgard Base Camp?

Yep, Midgard Base Camp has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Midgard Base Camp?

The closest beach to Midgard Base Camp is Black Sand Beach (68.7 km).

Does Midgard Base Camp have a pool?

Midgard Base Camp has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Is Midgard Base Camp family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a picnic area, as well as highchairs and art supplies in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Midgard Base Camp is a hit with families.

Does Midgard Base Camp serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is offered daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Midgard Base Camp?

No, Midgard Base Camp does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Midgard Base Camp?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Scandinavian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Midgard Base Camp?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Midgard Base Camp?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Midgard Base Camp Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 210 out of 277 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 277 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 277 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 277 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 277 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Super friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful place to rest after a full day of exploring. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We weren’t sure what to expect, but we truly enjoyed our stay. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We took advantage of the laundry facilities and enjoyed one of the best dinners we had in Iceland in the hotel restaurant. I would highly recommend Midgard Base Camp to anyone visiting this area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing stay! The food was fresh and delicious, the room clean and comfortable. What a view! So family friendly. We would recommend this place to anyone, and would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice atmosphere. Friendly staff. The restrooms and showers are plentiful and clean/modern.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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This hostel is nicely set up with curtains on each bunk for privacy, your own light and plug in. The staff were exceptional. The sauna and hot tub were a really nice bonus. I’d recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly and helpful staff. Clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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The property is very clean and has all the amenities you can think of you might need in there. The best of all is the shoe dryer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Sauna and hot tub were great. Room was basic but very comfortable and clean. Staff was very friendly and the restaurant had very good food! If we are fortunate enough to visit Iceland again we will definitely be staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here! Very friendly staff, lovely lobby/bar area and ideal kitchen area. Room very basic but was all we needed. Loved the hot tub! Small touches like the boot dryer and the swings in the lobby were great. Would highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Delicious meals; top quality chef; staff extremely helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellent place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant atmosphere, great facilities and good vibes with other fellow travelers.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun atmosphere and very nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay here! Friendly staff, lovely hotel, spacious rooms. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice place with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Great for family and it has a great kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for start of Midgard tours in the Highlands
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Strongly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome place! Love the hot sauna overlooking the fields and mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot with restaurant and bar. Staff a was very helpful and friendly!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This was the best hostel we stayed at our whole trip truly great service and accommodation 12/10 recommend
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay for the price. Stuff was super friendly and facilities were nice and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and fun environment!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023