Hostel Grundarfjörður
Grundarfjörður
Hliðarvegur 15
350 Grundarfjörður
Iceland
Tel.
+354 895 6533 +354 562 6533
Fax.
354 438 6433
Customer Rating
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| 89% |
Grundarfjörður Hostel occupies a charming old house in a small and picturesque fishing village surrounded by amazing mountains. This small town is right in the middle of the magical Snæfellsnes Peninsula which makes it an ideal stopover from which to explore the surrounding area and points of interest. The legendary Snæfellsjökull glacier is only 20 minutes west, and the ferry to the West Fjords is 35 minutes to the east.
The hostel is composed of two buildings facing each other. It has 33 beds, 3 kitchens, 3 bathrooms and 2 TV-rooms. High-speed internet connection is available. Bed linen and towels are available for a small extra fee that is not included in the price.
Despite the relaxed atmosphere there is a multitude of activities and services available. The Hostel is a stone's throw from the swimming pool and a few minutes' walk will take you straight into the magnificent mountains surrounding the town. Other than strolling around and watching the boats land fish at the harbour, visitors can go golfing on one of the finest 9-hole golf courses in the country, horse-riding, bicycling, hiking, fishing, mountain-climbing, scree-running and swimming, or just hang out in the hostel garden with a cold drink and enjoy the all-night summer sun. There are also snowmobiling and whale watching tours available in surrounding areas during the summer.
Services in Grundarfjörður include two banks (including cash dispensers), two restaurants, a supermarket, a petrol and service station (also the local bus stop), a state alcohol shop, garage and tyre service. We also have a small museum and information centre.
Special winter rates, as well as discount for students.
Welcome to Grundarfjörður!
Next Hostel: Stykkishólmur, 46 km.
Located in a small town surrounded by amazing mountains.
The hostel is composed of two buildings facing each other. It has 33 beds, 3 kitchens, 3 bathrooms and 2 TV-rooms. High-speed internet connection is available. Bed linen and towels are available for a small extra fee that is not included in the price.
Despite the relaxed atmosphere there is a multitude of activities and services available. The Hostel is a stone's throw from the swimming pool and a few minutes' walk will take you straight into the magnificent mountains surrounding the town. Other than strolling around and watching the boats land fish at the harbour, visitors can go golfing on one of the finest 9-hole golf courses in the country, horse-riding, bicycling, hiking, fishing, mountain-climbing, scree-running and swimming, or just hang out in the hostel garden with a cold drink and enjoy the all-night summer sun. There are also snowmobiling and whale watching tours available in surrounding areas during the summer.
Services in Grundarfjörður include two banks (including cash dispensers), two restaurants, a supermarket, a petrol and service station (also the local bus stop), a state alcohol shop, garage and tyre service. We also have a small museum and information centre.
Special winter rates, as well as discount for students.
Welcome to Grundarfjörður!
Next Hostel: Stykkishólmur, 46 km.
Located in a small town surrounded by amazing mountains.
Hostel bed capacity
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Total beds |
| Number of rooms: | 1 | 14 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 81 |
Opening times
| Opening times (daily/weekly): | Check in from 15:00 til 21:00 in the summer |
| Opening times (over the year): | January 1st - December 31st |
Street Map and Route Planning
Directions
| Bus: | There are daily buses to Reykjavík, Stykkishólmur and Ólafsvík to Grundarfjörður. |
| Parking: | Public parking across the street from the hostel |
| Sea port: | Yes, the harbour of Grundarfjörður |
| Location: | 2 hours drive from Reykjavík, central in Snæfellsnes. From Reykjavík take road no. 1 north. Just after Borgarnes turn left on road no. 54 to Snæfellsnes. When you get to Vegamót, take road no. 56 over the mountain pass to Grundarfjörður. It is also possible to take the scenic but somewhat longer route: from Vegamót carry on with road no. 54 to Arnarstapi, through the National Park on the edge of the peninsula and past Ólafsvík to Grundarfjörður. |
Attractions
 | Cultural centre nearby | | Museums/art galleries nearby |
| City centre location | | Historical sites nearby |
| River/harbour/lake nearby | | Hiking area |
| Main attractions nearby | | Swimming pool at or near hostel |
| Nightlife nearby | | Horseriding at or near hostel |
| Restaurants nearby | | Shopping centre/market nearby |
| Leisure facilities nearby | | Beach at or near hostel |
| Mountainous/hilly area | | Meet other travellers! Read their tips for things to do in Grundarfjörður |
Facilities
 | Discounts and concessions available |  | Family rooms available |
 | Sheets for hire |  | TV room |
 | Self-catering kitchen |  | Groups welcome |
 | Common room(s) |  | Laundry facilities |
 | Internet access |  | Credit card accepted |
 | Currency exchange at or near hostel |  | Individual traveller welcome |
 | Luggage Store |  | Non smoking room/area |
 | Basic store available at or near the hostel |  | Garden |
 | Green Hostel |  | Playground |
 | Rates include local tax |
Customer Reviews Grundarfjörður
| 22 Oct 2011 Mark, England & Wales | 100% | |
| Note we stayed in the brand new building near the sea front | ||
| 15 Oct 2011 Elinor, Spain | 100% | |
| We were in a separate building on the sea border, beautiful view from the room and kitchen , private bathroom, everything looked new and we had a very relaxed stay! We had to check in at the Framnes hotel in low season and the receptionist was absolutely lovely. | ||
| 26 Sep 2011 Daniela, Italy | 80% | |
| NICE STAYING TKS | ||
| 19 Sep 2011 Georgeana, USA | 77% | |
| Very clean. Only one shower on the first floor. Bunk beds are very noisy. | ||
| 09 Sep 2011 Abby, USA | 90% | |
| Great hostel and great value. Very clean and organized. Mattresses on the bed were not very comfortable though! | ||
| 08 Sep 2011 John, England & Wales | 63% | |
| Having to park offsite annoying. Chipped crockery unhygenic | ||
| 08 Sep 2011 Claire, England & Wales | 80% | |
| Beds rather squeaky (other hostels much better in this respect). | ||
| 06 Sep 2011 Sarah, Belgium | 100% | |
| Very nice hostel! Really clean and beautiful, thanks a lot! | ||
| 01 Sep 2011 Marie-Luise, Germany | 83% | |
| It is a very nice hostel and the room was very clean. But there was no wardrobe or hooks in the room where you can hang up your clothes. And there was only 1 bathroom for 4 rooms (10 people). You always had to wait very long until it's free again. And there was no power socket in the bathroom. For one night is was okay. | ||
| 30 Aug 2011 Marcus, Germany | 93% | |
| Very nice view over the Fjord ... | ||
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