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.
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.
BED LINEN AND TOWELS
Bed linen and towels are included in the room rate.
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.
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.
FREE WIFI
Free WIFI is available throughout the facility.
THE SAUNA
The sauna is open and free for our guests and can be enjoyed from7 am – midnight.
LAUNDRY
Laundry Facilities are available: Washing Machine (700 ISK) and dryer (800 ISK) or a drying rack (FREE).
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.
AVAILABILITY
The hostel is open 5th April – 20th September every year. It is a residency for the LUNGA Art School during winter.
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
Our rooms
Dormitory bed
Our dormitories are mixed and fit 6 persons (three bunk beds).
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.
Hangers, suitcase rack and reading lights are in the room.
Bed linen and towels are included in the stay.
Dormitory bed
Our dormitories are mixed and fit 6 persons (three bunk beds).
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.
Hangers, suitcase rack and reading lights are in the room.
Bed linen and towels are included in the stay.
Tiny Double
Our bright small double room is a good affordable choice for a single traveller or a couple. It includes a double bed with shared bathroom w/shower nearby. Downstairs is the sauna & shower area.
Hangers, suitcase rack and reading lights are in the room. Bed linen and towels are included in the stay.
Tiny Double
Our bright small double room is a good affordable choice for a single traveller or a couple. It includes a double bed with shared bathroom w/shower nearby. Downstairs is the sauna & shower area.
Hangers, suitcase rack and reading lights are in the room. Bed linen and towels are included in the stay.
Double / Twin rooms
Our private two-person rooms are spacious with a cosy ambience. Room includes a washbasin in the room and a bathroom nearby. Downstairs is our lovely SPA area with showers and sauna.
Hangers, suitcase rack and reading lights are in the room. Bed linen and towels are included in the stay.
Double / Twin rooms
Our private two-person rooms are spacious with a cosy ambience. Room includes a washbasin in the room and a bathroom nearby. Downstairs is our lovely SPA area with showers and sauna.
Hangers, suitcase rack and reading lights are in the room. Bed linen and towels are included in the stay.
Double / Twin w. a private bathroom
For more comfort book our double room with private bathroom. Bright and stylish ensuite rooms. It can either be a double or have two single beds.
Bed linen and towels are included in the stay.
Hangers, suitcase rack and reading lights are in all rooms.
Double / Twin w. a private bathroom
For more comfort book our double room with private bathroom. Bright and stylish ensuite rooms. It can either be a double or have two single beds.
Bed linen and towels are included in the stay.
Hangers, suitcase rack and reading lights are in all rooms.
Triple or Family Room for four
This room is ideal for families or friends as it offers many possibilities in set up.
- Three / four single beds
- King size double and 1 or 2 single bed/s
It includes a washbasin in the room and a shared bathroom nearby.
Hangers, suitcase rack and reading lights are in the room. Bed linen and towels are included in the stay.
Triple or Family Room for four
This room is ideal for families or friends as it offers many possibilities in set up.
- Three / four single beds
- King size double and 1 or 2 single bed/s
It includes a washbasin in the room and a shared bathroom nearby.
Hangers, suitcase rack and reading lights are in the room. Bed linen and towels are included in the stay.
4 bed / 5 bed private
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 sauna.
Hangers, suitcase rack and reading lights are in the room.
Bed linen and towels are included in the stay.
4 bed / 5 bed private
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 sauna.
Hangers, suitcase rack and reading lights are in the room.
Bed linen and towels are included in the stay.
Family Room / Four adults
Ideal for families or friends with the comfort of a private bathroom. Our 4-bed room has one king-size double (or two single beds) and a full-size bunk bed.
Hangers, suitcase rack and reading lights are in the room.
Bed linen and towels are included in the stay.
Family Room / Four adults
Ideal for families or friends with the comfort of a private bathroom. Our 4-bed room has one king-size double (or two single beds) and a full-size bunk bed.
Hangers, suitcase rack and reading lights are in the room.
Bed linen and towels are included in the stay.
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Vök Baths
Vök Baths is a geothermal destination on the beautiful Lake Urriðavatn in East Iceland. Located only 5-kilometres northwest of Egilsstaðir, the largest settlement in the East, Vök Baths is an essential stop on any visit to this part of the country.
Vök Baths
Vök Baths is a geothermal destination on the beautiful Lake Urriðavatn in East Iceland. Located only 5-kilometres northwest of Egilsstaðir, the largest settlement in the East, Vök Baths is an essential stop on any visit to this part of the country.
Austursigling
Austursigling is a small local company, offering sea angling and sightseeing tours. Located in the scenic and tranquil Seyðisfjörður, their boat "Hafaldan" awaits in the marina for your adventure!
Austursigling
Austursigling is a small local company, offering sea angling and sightseeing tours. Located in the scenic and tranquil Seyðisfjörður, their boat "Hafaldan" awaits in the marina for your adventure!
Hafaldan is a proud member of Hostelling International
Hostelling International believes that exploration and travel lead to a better understanding of other cultures, and in turn that creates a peaceful, smarter, and more tolerant world. This is and has been our mission for almost 100 years.
By being a part of Hostelling Internation Hafaldan contributes to the sustainability and environmental protection according to the quality standards of Hostelling International.
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 |
|---|---|---|
Hafaldan HI Hostel - Old Hospital Building | Suðurgata, Seyðisfjörður, Iceland |
Kennitala: 6105080810
VSK: 98120
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