About Harbour Building
Hafaldan Harbour Hostel was established in 1975. Overlooking the fjord, it was built as a dormitory building for women working in the herring industry in the 1960’s. At that time four to six women stayed in each room that now is considered a small room for two. Thora Guðmundsdottir is the proud owner of Hafaldan and lives in her private apartment in one half of the hostel. The beautiful art collection in the living spaces and antique furniture in the rooms make this hostel very unique and cosy. The very best quality of this hostel is its view of the fjord from the dining room, it is both unforgettable & sometimes breathtaking. The hostel is overall colourful, authentic and homey with small, cosy but basic rooms. The hostel is ideal for those who seek a true fjord experience and like to meet different people and share experiences.
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
AVAILABILITY
COFFEE AND TEA
BED LINEN AND TOWELS
BATHROOM AND SHOWERS
LAUNDRY
SELF-CATERING KITCHEN
FREE WIFI
CONFIRMATION EMAIL AND INFORMATION
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
Double Room & Twin Room
Our double/twin rooms are small and cosy and the golden birch plywood walls give a warm ambience. All rooms include a washbasin and bathroom and showers are shared and are close by. Bed linen & towels are included.
Four-bed private room / A dormitory bed
Our 4-bed room is small and cosy with two built-in bunk beds with full size and comfortable mattresses. This room can both be a dorm room or a 4-bed private room. The room has shared bathroom and showers facilities but has an in-room washbasin. Bed linen & towels are included.
Four-bed private room / A dormitory bed
Our 4-bed room is small and cosy with two built-in bunk beds with full size and comfortable mattresses. This room can both be a dorm room or a 4-bed private room. The room has shared bathroom and showers facilities but has an in-room washbasin. Bed linen & towels are included.
Virtual tour of the Harbour building
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.



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.
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Hafaldan HI Hostel - Harbour Building | Ránargata, Seyðisfjörður, Iceland |