About Old Hospital Building
Hafaldan Old Hospital is located in the towns centre in the historic former hospital building. The building has been under constant renovation for the last years and is without a doubt one of Iceland’s most charming hostels with beautiful interior design and attention to details. The newest pride is the little basements “SPA” where guests can enjoy a sauna and relax after a busy day of sightseeing the Eastern Fjords. The hostel offers a variety of different rooms both with private and shared bathroom. It is ideal for families with different options in size and comfort, as well as for couples or friends groups and individual travellers who prefer the classic dorm bed. If you like to feel inspired by beautiful design, want to relax and recharge the batteries and have the chance to meet different people…. then the Old Hospital Hostel is your perfect spot in Seydisfjordur.
RECEPTION
Our reception is located in the Old Hospital Building – Suðurgata 8, 710 Seyðisfjörður. Opening times are daily from 17 – 21.
Good to know
CHECK-IN TIMES
Self-check-in from 13:00 and check out for rooms is at is 10:00, common areas can be enjoyed a bit longer.
AVAILABILITY
The hostel is open 5th April – 20th September every year. It is a residency for the LUNGA Art School during winter.
BED LINEN AND TOWELS
Bed linen and towels are included in the room rate.
FREE WIFI
Free WIFI is available throughout the facility.
COFFEE AND TEA
Freshly brewed coffee (espresso/ cappuccino/ flat white/ Americano) and a choice of tea available for minimum fee.
SMALL BAR
A small bar with a handpicked selection of beer and wine is open during reception hours.
THE SAUNA
The sauna is open and free for our guests and can be enjoyed from7 am – midnight.
SELF-CATERING KITCHEN
Self-catering kitchen with all essentials needed for preparing your meal is available for all guests. Oil, salt, pepper and sugar are always there for guests to use, free of charge.
LAUNDRY
Laundry Facilities are available: Washing Machine (700 ISK) and dryer (800 ISK) or a drying rack (FREE).
ASSISTANCE AND PAYMENTS
For assistance and payment, the reception is open from 17-21 in the evening and again from 8-10 in the morning.
CONFIRMATION EMAIL AND INFORMATION
Once a booking is made you will receive a confirmation email with all practical and interesting information regarding your stay. A few days before arrival we will message you again with a map to find us easily with check in details.
BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS
When booked through our direct booking channel credit card details are filled in. This is only to secure the booking, no deposit will be charged to the card. Full payment is done on arrival. Free cancellation is until 3 days prior to arrival.
Children under the age of 3 stay for free. Children under the age of 13 qualify for a discount on the advertised price at check-in.
Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Children under the age of 18 cannot be accommodated in shared dorms.
11% VAT is included in all our prices.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations are done through the booking channel where the booking is made. When you book with our direct booking channel you will get a cancellation link in the first confirmation email.
If the notice of cancellation is less than 3 days prior to arrival or in case of no-show: 100% of the value of the first night of your reservation is charged. In the event of a no-show, the remainder of your reservation will be cancelled automatically.
Our rooms
Dormitory bed
Our dormitories are mixed and fit 6 persons (three bunk beds).
The room includes a washbasin in the room and a shared bathroom nearby. Showers are situated on the first floor and in the downstairs sauna & shower area.
6 person room (3 bunk beds)
Shared bathroom + showers
Wash basin in room
Bed linen and towels included
Hangers, suitcaserack and reading lights in room
Double room w/shared bathroom
Our private two-person rooms are spacious with a cozy ambiance. The room includes a wash basin in the room and a bathroom nearby. Downstairs is our lovely SPA area with showers and a sauna.
Private double bed for 2
Shared bathroom + showers
Wash basin in room
Bed linen and towels included
Hangers, suitcaserack and reading lights in room
Twin or double w/private bathroom
For more comfort book our double room with a private bathroom. Bright and stylish ensuite rooms. Choose from a twin or a double bed.
Private double or twin bed for 2
Private bathroom + shower
Bed linen and towels included
Hangers, suitcaserack and reading lights in room
Twin or double w/shared bathroom
Twin or Double room (2 single beds or one double) with shared bathroom. Washbasin in room. Bed linen and towels are included in the room rate.
Private double or twin bed for 2
Shared bathroom + showers
Wash basin in room
Bed linen and towels included
Hangers, suitcaserack and reading lights in room
4 bed private w. private bathroom
Double/Twin room (one double bed or two singles) with private bathroom facilities with shower.
Private double or twin beds for 4
Private bathroom + shower
Bed linen and towels included
Hangers, suitcaserack and reading lights in room
4 bed private w/shared bathroom
4 bed private room (4 single beds) with shared bathroom. Washbasin in room. Bed linen and towels are included in the room rate.
Private double or twin beds for 4
Shared bathroom + showers
Wash basin in room
Bed linen and towels included
Hangers, suitcaserack and reading lights in room
Triple/Family of 4 w/shared bathroom
This room is ideal for families or friends as it offers many possibilities in setup.
It includes a washbasin in the room and a shared bathroom nearby.
3-4 single beds or Kingsize double + 1-2 single beds
Shared bathroom + showers
Wash basin in room
Bed linen and towels included
Hangers, suitcaserack and reading lights in room
4-5 bed private w/shared bathroom
Our spacious 4-5 bed rooms offer different possibilities in setting up and are ideal for friends & families. It includes a washbasin and a shared bathroom w/shower is nearby. Downstairs is our lovely SPA area with showers and a sauna.
4-5 single or double beds
Shared bathroom + showers
Wash basin in room
Bed linen and towels included
Hangers, suitcaserack and reading lights in room
Studio apartment
A bright studio apartment in the hostel. Offers private kitchen and bathroom as well as all amenities of the hostel, Sauna, laundry facilities, service etc. One queen size bed and sleeping sofa for 1-2 people. Ideal for families and friends. Bed linen and towels are included in the room rate.
Queensize bed for 2 + sofabed for 1-2
Private kitchen + bathroom
Usage of hostels amenities
Bed linen and towels included
Hangers, suitcaserack and reading lights in room
Tiny Double w/shared bathroom
Our bright small double room is a good affordable choice for a single traveller or a couple. It includes a double bed with a shared bathroom and showers nearby. Downstairs is the sauna & shower area.
Double bed for 1-2
Shared bathroom + showers
Bed linen and towels included
Hangers, suitcaserack and reading lights in room
Virtual tour of the Old Hospital
Gallery
Vök Baths
Wonderful floating warm baths in the middle of Urriðavatn, only 5 km from Egilsstaðir. Vök is an exceptional natural experience, framed into a beautiful design. Something nobody should miss out on when coming to the East.
Vök Baths
Wonderful floating warm baths in the middle of Urriðavatn, only 5 km from Egilsstaðir. Vök is an exceptional natural experience, framed into a beautiful design. Something nobody should miss out on when coming to the East.
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Get in touch!
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seydisfjordur@hostel.is
Give us a call
+354 611 4410
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Suðurgata 8, 710 Seyðisfjörður
| Title | Address | Description |
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Hafaldan HI Hostel - Old Hospital Building | Suðurgata, Seyðisfjörður, Iceland |
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