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Skogar Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Skogafoss

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Standard Quadruple Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Quadruple Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shared kitchen facilities
Reception
Front of property

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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SVistavegur 1-3, Rangárþing eystra, Rangarthing Eystra, 0861
  • Place, Skogafoss
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Skógar Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Seljalandsfoss
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 91 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Quadruple Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Rangárþing eystra

Within a short walk of Skogafoss, Skogar Hostel is within a mile (2 km) of Skógar Museum. This 13-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Skogafoss - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Skógar Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Seljalandsfoss - 29 min drive - 23.6 miles
  • Black Beach - 33 min drive - 26.8 miles
  • Black Sand Beach - 35 min drive - 27.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Hótel Skógafoss Bistro Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Freya Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sveitagrill Míu - Mia's Country Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Gamla Fjosid - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Heimamenn Mini Market & Café - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Skogar Hostel

Hostel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Skogafoss
Guests of Skogar Hostel have access to free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. 2 bathrooms are also standard. Bathrooms are shared.

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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
  • Limited onsite self parking

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms (in-room sinks)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11 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

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
  • Check-in: 4 PM—-11 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Skogar Hostel Rangárþing eystra
Skogar Rangárþing eystra
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Skogar Hostel Rangárþing eystra
Rangárþing eystra Skogar Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Skogar
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Skogar Hostel
Skogar Hostel Rangárþing eystra
Skogar Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Skogar Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Rangárþing eystra

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of Skogar Hostel?

This hostel is located in Rangárþing eystra, a short 8-minute walk from Skogafoss and also 17 minutes on foot from Skógar Museum. You'll also find Drangshlio Houses and Rutshellir Caves within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Skogar Hostel?

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

Does Skogar Hostel have a casino?

No, Skogar Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Skogar Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Does Skogar Hostel have a hot tub?

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

Does Skogar Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Skogar Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Skogar Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Skogar Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at Skogar Hostel?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Skogar Hostel?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at Skogar Hostel.

Skogar Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 89 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location of this hostel, very easy to find. You can walk to the 2 waterfalls nearby. The bathrooms are modern, spacious and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

ulrike

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Roni

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a room with shared bathroom. Rooms and bathroom very clean. Easy late checkin - was provided code to access building and room. Available breakfast was standard Iceland hotel/hostel breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arslan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Free parking, and beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and bathroom. Easy access to check in. Nice quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro, Cuauhtémoc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeannie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was extremely clean with easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parijat, Palatine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location , no reception but all are available and you can ask if anything required. Nice common kitchen with a coffee machine and free coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cornelia

Liked: Cleanliness
I've never stayed in hostels before but I really enjoyed our stay here. The facilities were great, very nice kitchen area, nice shared bathroom and good room and bed. No complaints. We had supper watching the falls.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

R

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for three nights as a base to explore south Iceland. Big place with many rooms (50ish?). Kitchen was excellent: huge space, four separate induction cooking surfaces, two fridge/freezers, nice coffee maker. Never felt crowded to be in kitchen given it's size. Plenty of separate WCs and showers: rarely had to wait for either. Rooms were very dorm like. Quiet hours mostly followed; quiet enough to sleep even though many people/full capacity. Although "hostel", most people there were 25+. Not a rowdy place as some hostels can be. Our biggest issue was that our room was v moldy and smelt like wet socks. Probably due to fact it was next to showers. We kept the windows open most of the time there and that helped a bit. This was really our only complaint about this location but it did mean we didn't want to spend any time in our room other than sleeping. Finally, we did find Skogar to be a good base for exploration: much more laid back and not overcrowded compared to Vik but not that far from it in a car (25m). Can easily walk to Skogafoss (30m), Kvernufoss (25m), and museum (5-10m). We would probably stay here again but ask to be located further from the showers in case that was the issue with our room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

AIMIN

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
surprisingly clean and well equipped!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Liwei

Better than expected actually. Big kitchen. A washing machine would make the stay even better
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

qiwang

Liked: Cleanliness
It is clean. But no staff is on site and we did not receive the code to open the doors. Some local kids/travelers helped us
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bing

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a room mistakenly one day late than we needed. When I found it out one day before our check in time, we were not able to make the change because it passed the free cancellation deadline. So we booked another room. Upon our arrival, the staff found our situation and agreed to give full refund for the mistakenly booked room without our asking. He was super nice and helpful. The room and bathroom are very clean. We appreciated it truly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ganga

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latisha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have never stayed in a Hostel before. I had to adjust my mind to a unisex shower room. But this place was very very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed Skogar hostel! We arrived late after a hike and left early before a long commute to another glacier hike. The staff member checking us in was very friendly, the beds were more comfortable than we anticipated, and the kitchen was well equipped. There was an issue with one of the showers not properly functioning (no hot water and the faucet was wonky), but the other two of us showered fine. It is noteworthy that guests must strip their own linen in the morning and put them into laundry bins - which we were fine with. Overall, a good stay for 3 women travelling who booked a room with a bunk bed and single bed. Not certain it the price was aligned with value, but we are only three nights into our adventure.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wai Chuen

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

Good value for its price

Clean room, perfect location and well-equipped kitchen, I enjoyed the stay at the hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

A.K

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel room a bit to small for 3 pax.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is amazing. Just in front of waterfall. Also good location to see Aurora. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, next to tourist waterfall and start of long-distance hiking trail. Hotel, restaurant and hostel all in the same complex. Helpful staff at check-in. Good facilities in hostel - bathrooms, kitchen and dining areas. There's not really a proper lounge despite that being suggested in the property description - just a couple of armchairs in a corridor with a TV fixed to the wall. Unfortunately the washing machine was broken during my stay. No location facilities in the village, like a grocery shop; the nearest is more than 20km away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019