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Reviews of The Barn

Norðurfoss, 871 Vík, Iceland

#5 of 13 hotels in Vík

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Review score

Based on 2089 hostel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    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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  • Reviewed: 11 November 2024

    9.0
    Highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The 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

    10
    Incredible stay. Clean and comfortable. Location was fantastic. Recommend to any traveller.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in 6-Double Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Felt 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds 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

    9.0
    A nice place to stay the night with everything we needed..
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View and Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Not 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

    10
    Nicest hotel in Vik
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View and Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything 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

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in 6-Double Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything is perfect. Nice place to watch aurora. Staff is very friendly.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location was amazing and rooms/facilities were very clean!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 November 2024

    10
    Excellent, amazing, superb!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    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

    10
    Booked a room last minute and was not disappointed. Low price, high impression.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff 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

    8.0
    Best hostel we've been to
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in 6-Double Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No 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

    10
    Best hostel I've stayed at!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the 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

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the 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

    9.0
    Modern and nice stay for one night
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately, 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

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in 6-Double Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    beautiful building, very clean.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2024

    10
    An excellent stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There 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

    9.0
    Superb
    • People with friends
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It 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

    10
    Perfect hostel for one night stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    Perfect stay for one night. Friendly personnel, clean bathroom and toilets. Very good hostel.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very 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

    10
    Great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View and Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only 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

    9.0
    Comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kitchen 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

    8.0
    Clean room, comfy bed, good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Mountain View and Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Shared shower stalls could have been cleaner

    Clean room with comfortable bed

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2024

    9.0
    A great spot to stay just outside of Vik
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    The 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

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    4 Beds Mix dorm, Bed No. 22 has low ceiling than other beds.

    Kitchen

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The 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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