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Ósar Hostel

2.0 star property
Beach hostel with a coffee shop and a bar

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Ósar Hostel provides a quiet countryside getaway with practical amenities that make stays comfortable. Guests connect with free in-room WiFi, handle laundry on-site, and unwind on the terrace. The helpful multilingual staff enhances the welcoming atmosphere of this tranquil spot.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 11 - Sep 12
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Tomorrow

Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Shared Bathroom (5 beds)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
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 cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Map
Ósar Vatnsnesvegur, Hvammstangi, Húnaþing Vestra, 531

What's nearby

  • Borgarvirki - 35 min drive - 11.8 miles

Getting around

  • Akureyri (AEY) - 160 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Geitafell - ‬37 min drive

About this property

Ósar Hostel

Hostel in a rural location
Consider a stay at Ósar Hostel and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Concierge services, multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Ósar Hostel have amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens with refrigerators, ovens, and stovetops
  • On-request microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and heating

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ISK 2400 for adults and ISK 1200 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 cribs/infant beds and onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Is Ósar Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ósar Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ósar Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ósar Hostel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ósar Hostel located?

Situated in Hvammstangi, this beach hostel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Hvitserkur and within 12 mi (20 km) of Lake Vesturhópsvatn and Borgarvirki. Illugastadir seal watching and Kolufossar Falls are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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