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1908 Hostel

Víkurbraut 24a, 870 Vík, IcelandView Map

Basic Twin Room with Shared Bathroom 2 guests Iceland
★ 7.2/107.2 Good 323 reviews Booking.com
▦ 44 Room options For 2 people
✓ 3636 Facilities Hotel amenities
Free parking is available.
Internet services are available.
Express check-in/check-out
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Hiking

About the property

Your stay at 1908 Hostel

Situated in Vík town centre, this historic century-old hostel is a 10 minutes’ walk from Vík’s famous black beach. Guests have access to a communal, well-equipped kitchen and shared seating area. Kötlusetur Museum is located next door to the hostel.

Each room at 1908 Hostel is simply decorated and has shared bathroom facilities.

Jeep tours around the surrounding mountains can be arranged. A public indoor swimming pool and horse riding activities at Vík Horse Adventureis a both 10-minute walk from 1908 Hostel.

Rooms and amenities

There are 7 rooms at 1908 Hostel. The maximum number of guests varies from 1 to 4 guests, depending on the accommodation. The bed layout in the single room for up to 1 guest consists of 1 single bed. In all rooms, the bathroom facilities include a walk-in shower. Comfort features include heating. The upper floors are accessible only by stairs.

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Rooms

Room options

Compare available room options and choose the one that suits your stay.

Basic Twin Room with Shared Bathroom — 7 m²

  • 2 guests
  • 1 bedroom
  • 7 m²

Bedroom 1 - 2 single beds

Highlights
  • Heating
  • Shower
  • Shared bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Key access
  • Up to 2 guests
  • Area: 7 m²

Budget Triple Room with Shared Bathroom — 6 m²

  • 3 guests
  • 1 bedroom
  • 6 m²

Bedroom 1 - 2 bunk beds

Highlights
  • Heating
  • Workspace
  • Shower
  • Shared bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Up to 3 guests
  • Area: 6 m²

Small Single Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 1 guest
  • 1 bedroom

Bedroom 1 - 1 single bed

Highlights
  • Heating
  • Shower
  • Shared bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Key access
  • Up to 1 guest

Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom — 10 m²

  • 4 guests
  • 1 bedroom
  • 10 m²

Bedroom 1 - 4 bunk beds

Highlights
  • Heating
  • Shower
  • Shared bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Key access
  • Up to 4 guests
  • Area: 10 m²

Stay information

Check-in

15:00–22:00

Check-out

08:30–10:00

Minimum age for check-in

18 years

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Parking

Free parking is available. Parking is available on site. Street parking is available.

Children and extra beds

The minimum check-in age is 18. We welcome children of all ages.

Internet

Internet services are available. WiFi is available. Free WiFi is available.

Important information

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Languages spoken by staff
English

Local area guide

What is near 1908 Hostel?

Find nearby sights, outdoor spaces and transport stops.

A few places nearby

  • The museum “Kötlusetur - Katla visitor centre” is 60 m away.

  • The mountain peak “Reynisfjall” is located 2.2 km away.

  • From here, it is 62.9 km to Vestmannaeyjar Airport.

Nearby sights and useful places

Attractions

  • Kötlusetur - Katla visitor centre museum
    60 m
    about 5 min on foot
  • Skaftfellingur point of interest
    90 m
    about 5 min on foot
  • Icelandic Lava Show point of interest
    160 m
    about 5 min on foot
  • Víkurkirkja place of worship
    580 m
    about 15 min on foot
  • Reynisdrangar point of interest
    2.3 km
    about 40 min on foot
  • Hatta viewpoint
    2.5 km
  • Reynisfjara Beach point of interest
    3.2 km
  • Puffins viewpoint
    4.7 km
  • Kirkjufjara beach viewpoint
    4.9 km
  • Dyrhólaey point of interest
    6.0 km

Nature

  • Víkurfjara beach
    550 m
    about 10 min on foot
  • Hálsanefshellir cave
    2.2 km
    about 40 min on foot
  • Reynisfjall mountain peak
    2.2 km
  • Uxafótafoss waterfall
    3.3 km
  • Grábækfoss waterfall
    3.8 km
  • Kirkjufjara Beach beach
    5.3 km
  • Dyrhólaey protected area
    5.4 km
  • Dyrhólafjara beach
    8.0 km

Airports

  • Vestmannaeyjar Airport airport
    62.9 km

Property amenities

Complete list of services and facilities available at the property.

Parking

  • Free parking is available. Parking is available on site. Street parking is available.

Internet

  • Internet services are available. WiFi is available. Free WiFi is available.

Reception services

  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage

Miscellaneous

  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Key access
  • Non-smoking throughout

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Horse riding

Safety features

  • Access to health care professionals
  • Face masks for guests available
  • First aid kit available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Food & drink safety

  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware are sanitised
  • Physical distancing in dining areas

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Physical distancing

  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Physical distancing rules followed

Safety & security

  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
  • Smoke alarms

Cleanliness & disinfecting

  • Cleaning products effective against coronavirus are used
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guests can opt out of accommodation cleaning during their stay
  • Bed linen, towels and laundry are washed in accordance with local authority guidelines

Common areas

  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Cleaning services

  • Laundry

Review

What guests are saying

Real feedback from guests who stayed here.

Guest highlight

1) Small but very cozy hostel. 2) Clean and well equipped kitchen. 3) Pleasant and clean bathrooms. 4) Parking. 5) Fast Wi-Fi. 6) Very good location, in the center of Vik village, close to the beach. 7) The hostel was...

Norbert M. 2019-05-01 · English 9.7
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Price comparison

Price and similar stays

Same accommodation type: Hostel · Vík.

2 people · 1 night

Compared with the whole city

All accommodation types

Priced lower than 87.5% of other stays in the city.

Compared with the same accommodation type

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At the higher end of the price comparison.

Similar standard and price

Indicative prices for 2 people and 1 night. Actual offer prices depend on stay dates.

Questions and answers - 1908 Hostel
What are the GPS coordinates of 1908 Hostel?

The GPS coordinates for 1908 Hostel are 63.417999, -19.013273.

How much does it cost to book a room at 1908 Hostel?

Room rates at 1908 Hostel start from 38 EUR.

Is there free internet at 1908 Hostel?

Yes. 1908 Hostel offers free internet to guests.

Is there free parking at 1908 Hostel?

Yes. 1908 Hostel offers free parking to guests.

What are the check-in and check-out times at 1908 Hostel?

Check-in at 1908 Hostel starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

What room types can I book at 1908 Hostel?

Room options at 1908 Hostel include: Basic Twin Room with Shared Bathroom, Budget Triple Room with Shared Bathroom, Small Single Room with Shared Bathroom, Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom.

How can I contact 1908 Hostel?

After you make a reservation at 1908 Hostel, host contact details are shared so you can contact the property directly.

What is the distance to Skaftfellingur?

Skaftfellingur is 90 m away. It is roughly 5 minutes on foot.

How far is Kirkjufjara Beach?

The distance to Kirkjufjara Beach is 5.3 km.

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