Ósar Hostel in Blonduos
✅ Hosts are very friendly and accommodating, guiding guests on arrival ✅ Well-equipped shared kitchens with stoves, ovens, refrigerators, and free laundry facilities ✅ Spacious rooms available, including a large room sleeping five with ocean views ✅ Beautiful location near Hvitserkur with excellent opportunities for seal watching and northern lights viewing ✅ Clean and tidy facilities with comfortable basic rooms ❌ Bathrooms were described as dingy and cramped by some guests ❌ Thin walls cause noise disturbances, including cooking sounds and late-night laughter ❌ The hostel requires guests to make and strip their own beds ❌ Remote location with the closest shop 40 minutes away ❌ Some interior elements like window shades are broken, which can be an issue during summer's long daylight hours
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Description
Ósar Hostel in Blonduos offers a budget-friendly stay with a variety of room types including cottages and multi-bedroom options. The hostel operates in a renovated farmhouse and provides basic but clean accommodations with self-service bedding. Guests appreciate the well-equipped shared kitchens on multiple levels, featuring stoves, ovens, freezers, and laundry facilities available at no extra cost. The hostel is managed by a private host who is noted for being friendly and helpful. While the building is somewhat old and interior shades may be broken, the overall cleanliness rates highly. The property’s peaceful and quiet environment, combined with its proximity to the ocean and panoramic views, make it a good option for travelers seeking a simple stay near natural attractions.
Location
Located on Ósar Vatnsnesvegur in Blonduos, the hostel sits close to the famous Hvitserkur rock formation and the Greenland Sea. It is approximately 125 km from Akureyri Airport (AEY). Guests mention a gravel road leading to the property, which is in good condition for standard vehicles. The nearest shop is about 40 minutes away by car, so plan accordingly for supplies. A short 10-minute walk from the hostel leads to a popular seal-watching spot on the black sand beach. The stunning views of mountains, lush fields, and ocean make this a standout spot for nature lovers.
Tips
- Bring your own groceries since the nearest shop is 40 minutes away.
- Prepare to make your own bed and strip linens before check-out.
- If you plan to visit in summer, bring a sleep mask due to broken window shades and extended daylight hours.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, extra beds cannot be added. Crib policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
- Breakfast: Buffet [Mon - Sun] 08:00-10:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: JSB, MasterCard, AmericanExpress, DinersClub, UnionPay, Visa
- Managed by a private host: This property is managed by a private host. A private host refers to a party who rents one or more properties for purposes not related to their trade, business, or profession.
- Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 10:00.
Services and facilities
- Smoke-free property
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Express check-in
- No elevators
- Reception desk
- Laundry
- Concierge services
- Breakfast
- Common kitchen
- Microwave oven
- Free Wi-Fi
- Multi-language staff
- Free parking
- Pets Not Allowed
Hotel view
Video: Island - Ósar - Hostel: Schöne Aussicht auf Robben
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Reviews
Hostel that is better than many guesthouse with nice location with panaromic view and short distance to Hvitserkur. My daughter love this place the most compared to oth guesthouses and hotels we stayed. Got a huge room that can sleep 5 for 3 of us with nice view to the ocean. There are 3 levels in total for this property with shared kitchen equipped with freezer and fridge, stove and oven at both kitchens. The lower level kitchen also has washing machine and dryer that can be used for frer compared to other guesthou]ses that I hv been to that charged ISK4,500 for the laundry service. Laundromat will cost about IDK3,000. The staff at the reception is very friendly and helpful to show us to the property and our room.
It was very clean though but nevertheless, I had superior stays in Iceland for that price, especially as you had to make and strip your own bed.
Owner, however, was very friendly.
The view is awesome.
The owner has provided a full kitchen and washing machine etc.
Service: The host was great. Super friendly and very accommodating. Walked us through the house and we ordered dinner from the little cafe shop he runs.
Location: was perfect for going out to the rock formation at night to either watch the northern lights or stars. It is also in a very quiet spot. The sunset was magnificent and the view is beautiful from this property.
Overall it was a great place to stay!
Frequently asked questions about Ósar Hostel
Are pets allowed at Ósar Hostel?
Pets are not allowed at Ósar Hostel despite the initial services listing.
Is breakfast included with the stay?
Breakfast is served buffet style daily from 08:00 to 10:00 but is not included in the room price and must be paid separately at the property.
What types of rooms are available at Ósar Hostel?
Room types include Run of House, Bed in Dorm, Standard room, Standard Single room, Standard Triple room, Standard Quadruple room, Standard Double room, 2 Bedrooms Standard room, Cottage, and 2 Bedrooms Cottage.
How far is Ósar Hostel from the nearest airport?
The hostel is approximately 125 km from Akureyri Airport (AEY).
What laundry facilities does the hostel offer?
Ósar Hostel provides free laundry facilities including a washing machine and dryer located in the lower level kitchen.
