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8.7Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.2
Facilities
9.1
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.3
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 11 November 2024
Isha
IndiaThe location is not exactly in Vik, but its not a big issue. For us, since the weather that day was not great, we had to get dinner in Vik late night and drive up to the hostel while it was raining cats and dogs. Again, no biggie. The place is lovely.
It was one of the best hostels I have ever stayed in. Rooms were clean, well-equipped and very comfortable. The bathrooms were abundant and very clean. The common areas were lively and super comfortable. The vibe in general was of safety, comfort and youth.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 9 November 2024
Bridget
AustraliaFelt like I was staying at a 5 star ski lodge! Best hostel I’ve ever stayed at and very affordable by Icelandic standards! Will recommend to everyone I know who comes here. Loved the double bed bunk. Really comfortable mattresses and the kitchen was great, had everything and was really clean and tidy. Amazing showers. Can’t believe how nice this place was! Also saw an incredible show of the auroras so that helped the experience become a 10
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 8 November 2024
Jaap
NetherlandsBeds were super comfy, location just next to Black sand beach is great and the stuff was communicating pricicely. Loved it
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 6 November 2024
Kevin
AustraliaNot much to improve on, was good value for money
Great place to stay , albeit for a single night. We stayed as part of our trip around Iceland's ring road. The shared kitchen was very clean and had everything we needed to store and cook food during our stay. The shared bathrooms were a good size and very clean.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 5 November 2024
Chiara
FranceEverything was great
Absolutely amazing. Rooms are very nice, the kitchen is big and shared by the clients giving a nice familiar atmosphere. Bathrooms were impeccable and very clean. The bar and common area downstairs are amazing and great to relax after a long day. Totally recommend this place. Thank you so much for the stay
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 2 November 2024
Tra
VietnamEverything is perfect. Nice place to watch aurora. Staff is very friendly.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 2 November 2024
Rhys
AustraliaLocation was amazing and rooms/facilities were very clean!
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 1 November 2024
Gaia
ItalyNothing.
Hands down the best place where I stayed at. Calling it hostel is reductive because it looks more like a 4 stars hotel. - facilities are top notch: very big, modern and equipped kitchen, modern toilets and showers. - Friendly staff - Comfortable beds - Everything was so clean - Amazing location and view If you want a gem during your stay in Iceland go to The Barn.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 28 October 2024
Tynisha
United StatesStaff were very friendly and polite, the common areas, bathrooms, showers, and bedrooms were super clean. I liked the different flavored waters they had at the front. I didn’t use the communal kitchen but was impressed by it.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 27 October 2024
Jing
SingaporeNo lockers provided for free. Room was a little hot, only one window at the end of the room
Honestly, the best hostel I've been to. Has a big kitchen and toilets were clean. Hostel has a restaurant/bar also They also provide towels which is a plus. Shower gel is also provided. Water is hot and nice
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 27 October 2024
Hannelore
United Statesthe hostel uses strong scented cleaning products and does a lot of cleaning, so it was very strong for someone sensitive to fragrances.
Best hostel I've stayed at! the beds were double beds instead of twins which was great for a couple. there was a full kitchen for guests which had lots of tools and utensils. there were a lot of showers and bathrooms so it wasn't a fight to get one as there were a lot of people staying there. There was bar that was open until midnight that served finger food. the hostel also supplied towels. It was a great location right near the black sand beach and enough outside of the Vìk that we were able to see the northern lights!
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 27 October 2024
Ricardo
Irelandthe lady working yesterday night (25/10) was really attentive and kindly. the facilities are really nice and good, with good location as well
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 26 October 2024
Silja
GermanyUnfortunately, the rooms are very small (stayed in 4 double bed room - 8 people), which made it difficult with the luggage. Also, the kitchen and dining area is rather small so that not everyone could find a free table to eat in the morning.
Great and super modern hostel. Especially the location and showers were great!
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 26 October 2024
Michaela
SlovakiaThe room was super small (4 double sized beds) and there was a duvet as it was a couple bed, so maybe it's not for everyone if you have a problem sharing. Also a bit further from Vik (8 minutes by car),but otherwise nice
Super nice common areas,it looks more like a hotel than a hostel. Very nice place
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 26 October 2024
Dan
New Zealandbeautiful building, very clean.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 23 October 2024
Mus
New ZealandThere could be a little more space in the rooms to place luggage.
The beds are comfortable and have nice privacy curtains which means the beds are like a capsule hotel. The kitchen and bathroom facilities are extremely modern and well-maintained. The receptionist was helpful, and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 21 October 2024
Kanittip
ThailandIt is a bit far from the city center.
The shower room and toilet are sufficient for guests, the room is clean, the bed is comfortable, and there is enough space.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 21 October 2024
Ecaterina
Moldova-
Perfect stay for one night. Friendly personnel, clean bathroom and toilets. Very good hostel.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 20 October 2024
Mathias
FranceVery warm temperature inside the building
Very nice place with a bar, a big and well equipes kitchen, good facilities as well You can play games in the bar Lovely view from the kitchen
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 20 October 2024
Rita
NetherlandsOnly two showers with the toilets inside for 9 rooms is really too few.
Size of room is good, the shared kitchen is huge and comfortable for so many people.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 18 October 2024
Kah
MalaysiaKitchen space could be bigger. Not enough tables to sit if there’s a few groups
Clean, modern design.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 18 October 2024
Bill
United StatesShared shower stalls could have been cleaner
Clean room with comfortable bed
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 17 October 2024
Jillian
CanadaThe shower got water everywhere despite our best efforts. A space heater was provided which helped immensely but the room was quite chilly without it.
We really enjoyed our experience at The Barn. It is remote enough and just overlooking the water to see Northern Lights but close enough to Vik for amenities/grocery store etc. The room was spacious and comfortable. We appreciated the blinds and the how quiet the property was. We liked having a mini fridge and kettle. It was nice to be able to go into the main building for a drink too.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 17 October 2024
Nutsinee
Thailand4 Beds Mix dorm, Bed No. 22 has low ceiling than other beds.
Kitchen
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 14 October 2024
Ka
United KingdomThe common kitchen was kept clean at all times (thanks to the staff and people staying there) Cosy common area, good vibes, and good selections of drinks at the bar.
Stayed in October 2024
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