The Barn - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Vik I Myrdal with free parking

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Living area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Norðurfoss, Vik I Myrdal, 0871
  • Place, Reynisdrangar
  • Place, Black Sand Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Black Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Bed in 6 Double Bed Mixed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 6 Double Beds

Family Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (6 single beds)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Beds

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Bed in 4 Double Bed Mixed Dormitory

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 4 Double Beds

Double bed with private bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 18 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Vik I Myrdal

Located 2.5 mi (4 km) from Black Sand Beach, The Barn - Hostel is within a 5-minute drive of Hálsanefshellir Cave. This 16-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Black Sand Beach - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Vík i Myrdal Church - 7 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Black Beach - 8 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Hálsanefshellir Cave - 19 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Dyrhólaey - 20 min drive - 12.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Crust Pizzeria - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lava Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Black Beach Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Smiðjan Brugghús - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Skool Beans - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Barn - Hostel

Hostel in Vik I Myrdal with free parking
The Barn - Hostel offers free WiFi in public areas and coffee in a common area. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Staff members are on hand to provide luggage storage and access to locker space.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

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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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 20
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Barn Hostel Vik I Myrdal
The Barn
The Barn - Hostel Vik I Myrdal
The Barn - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Barn - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Vik I Myrdal

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Barn - Hostel?

The Barn - Hostel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Barn - Hostel?

As of Oct 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Barn - Hostel on Nov 1, 2025 start from $86.12, 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.

What's there to do within easy reach of The Barn - Hostel?

This hostel is located in Vik I Myrdal, close to Black Sand Beach, Black Beach, and Reynisdrangar. Hálsanefshellir Cave is also within a driving distance of 2.5 mi.

Will I be able to park at The Barn - Hostel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does The Barn - Hostel include a casino?

No, The Barn - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Barn - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Does The Barn - Hostel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does The Barn - Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Barn - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Barn - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Barn - Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Barn - Hostel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Barn - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at The Barn - Hostel.

The Barn - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 359 out of 499 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 499 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 499 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 499 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 499 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Nancy, Beverly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, peaceful, quiet location and a view of a glacier and the ocean. Close to Black Sand Beach and Vik amenities. Clean and stylish common areas. Good kitchen although there were no freezers available for guests. We had a private room. It was clean, but worn out in places. The bed was uncomfortable and sloped to the center as if people only slept in the middle of the bed. The door was very difficult to lock and unlock. The woman working the front desk was not helpful and was curt when asked basic property related questions. It was expensive for what it was.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Alexandru

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Paid a hefty price for a place that has no available receptionist in the morning for checkout and no breakfast. The bar is loud and disturbing to guest rooms. Common bathrooms and kitchen do not make up for the price by any stretch.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved this location and view, would stay again. Good value and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sevgi Zeynep

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

Great value stay at Vik

Great cool hostel & bar with very comfortable beds . The only drawback is that they do not provide lockers
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and hotel, bar was great, close or Vik, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great modern facility with a lovely kitchen and common area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaikanth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly staff, and fully stocked kitchen. The ambiance is great! We took a private bedroom room which came with very modern private bath. Little pricey…but same as everywhere in iceland.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Howard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful and friendly. We had a private room with a shared bath. Not too bad! The views of the bay were great. The communal kitchen was very well equipped and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

10/10 Excellent

Neshara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Collin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in the en-suite double rooms. Even though the radiator was off, the room was very hot. Other than that, it was an excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sameer

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lara

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIA SALUD

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Clean, great location. Like the kitchen . Still private even with shared bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kailee

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Barn is a lovely hostel and I highly recommend if you are wanting to stay in the area! The building is very modern and beautiful on the inside and out. The common area is very large with a huge kitchen and plenty of seating. The rooms are a little small but we were only staying one night so it wasn’t a problem. The bathrooms are spacious and the shower is great. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. There is a gorgeous view of mountains and the beach behind the Barn!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Erik

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
No thank you
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beyond clean and beautiful. Vík is 8 minutes away from this hostel. Very friendly and nice! Book it!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Hyesoon, Scarborough

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The common kitchen is great. However, watch your head. The ceiling in the double bedroom is low.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Double beds in a luxury hotel feeling hostel. Great self catering facilities. Clean and modern.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thrishma Reddy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was excellent and very clean. Would recommend.
Stayed 0 nights in Apr 2025