Hostels

Seyðisfjörður – Hafaldan HI Hostel is located in the towns centre in the historic old hospital. The building has been under constant renovation for the last few years and is without a doubt one of Iceland’s most charming hostels with beautiful interior design and attention to detail. The hostel offers great common facilities, self-catering kitchen with everything needed for preparing a good meal. The newest pride is the little "SPA" where guests can enjoy a sauna and relax after a busy day of sightseeing. Free to use for everyone staying in the hostel. Sustainable hostelling has always been a cornerstone in the hostel's practices, led by Hostelling International who have been pioneers and led the way around the world in that field. A charging station for cars is available at site, all garbage possible is recycled & the aim is to end every season with planting trees to meet the carbon footprint created. The hostel offers a variety of different rooms both with private & shared bathroom and is ideal for families, couples, group of friends or individual travelers who prefer the classic dorm bed. If you like to feel inspired by beautiful design, meet people & share experiences... then the Old Hospital hostel is your spot in Seyðisfjörður. For best prices & easy adjustments of your booking - book directly through our website or the hostel.is site

At the farm, Karlsstaðir in Berufjörður we welcome travelers to rent out the renovated old farmhouse that was built in 1927. The view from the house is spectacular as is the nature all around. The family bought the farm in spring 2014, they left Reykjavík to chase their long-lived dream about making food, art, and music in the country under the name Havarí. The house sleeps eight in four rooms. There are many hiking paths in the area. The next town is Breiðdalsvík, 20 km, and Djúpivogur 40 km. Havarí produces Bulsur, vegan/vegetarian sausages and Sveitasnakk, chips made from rutabaga/swedes. Svavar and Berglind make music with the bands Skakkamanage and Prins Póló. You can preorder Bulsufeast and concert in the old barn.

The Berunes family invites travelers, wishing to slow down, to join them for a while. Berunes has one of the oldest and most renowned HI Hostels and a small Campsite. The popular Berunes Restaurant is open all summer and offers a good selection of drinks from nearby breweries and local seasonal ingredients from land and sea. Guests choose between authentic rooms with shared bathrooms, private rentals of the Old Family House, and few tiny, yet comfortable cottages, ideal for families.Activities include hiking up the hills for a view over the fjord and experiencing the rich birdlife along the coast. Here you will find the perfect setting for nature to thrive, a few minute's walks to the beach and a backdrop of mountain ranges. Relax, enjoy the remote location and treat yourself to the renowned breakfast and regional cuisine at the Restaurant & Bar. Berunes can be your base when exploring the magical East.    At HI Iceland, we strive to meet and exceed the standards expected of us as a leader in sustainable travel. We take an active role in promoting sustainability within our community and we lead by example, and by good actions and practices in our operation.  Check out our website for more information - www.hostel.is/hostels/berunes-hi-hostel