Riverside Hostel

Hotels
8.6 (13 reviews)
10 Blöndubyggð , Blönduós , is

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Tour desk
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly host
Great location
Cons:
High price for hostel
Shared bathroom

Categories

Cleanliness
7.93
Mixed reviews; mentioned shared bathroom and overall hostel comparison.
Service
9.4
Host appreciated for helpfulness and kindness.
Location
9.44
Beautiful location near the old town and river mouth.
Room Quality
8.89
Rooms newly decorated, indicating good quality.
Amenities
7.42
Lack of kitchen noted; some amenities may be lacking.
Value for Money
7.88
Expensive for a hostel, not a hotel.
Food and Beverage
8.93
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.9
Mixed experience, weighs pros of location and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 03:55

Property Description

Unique Beachfront Location
Experience a tranquil stay at the adults-only Riverside Hostel in Blönduós, offering a garden, barbecue facilities, and a shared lounge. Relax on the terrace while enjoying sea views and make use of free parking and WiFi.

Comfortable Shared Facilities
Enjoy the convenience of a shared kitchen, full-day security, and luggage storage during your stay. Stay warm with in-room heating facilities and unwind in a shared bathroom with certain units boasting picturesque sea views.

Exciting Outdoor Activities
Embark on hiking and walking tours around Blönduós to explore the stunning surroundings. Akureyri Airport is just 148 km away for easy access to and from the Riverside Hostel.

Book your stay at Riverside Hostel now for a memorable beachfront getaway!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: KEF

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 13 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.93
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.44
Room Quality: 8.89
Amenities: 7.42
Value for Money: 7.88
Food and Beverage: 8.93
Overall Experience: 8.9
M
Marco • couple • ch
3
AVOID this place
Cons:

Hostel, not HOTEL. Shared bathroom. For a very expensive price, more than for a hotel. AVOID

2025-11-03 • via Nuitee
J
Jula Christina • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

schöne Lage bei "Altstadt" und Flußmündung; netter und hilfsbereiter Gastgeber; Zimmer neu eingerichtet

2025-09-28 • via Nuitee
R
Reynir • couple • is
10
2025-08-21 • via Nuitee
추 현미 • extended_group • kr
9
Pros:

호스트분이 매우 친절했고 부족한 부분을 도와 주려고 노력한는 모습이 고마웠다
청결하고 편안하고 주위 산책로가 있어 저녁먹고 산책하기 좋았다

Cons:

주방이 없어 조금 아쉬웠다

2025-08-10 • via Nuitee
S
Svandís • young couple • is
5
Passable
2025-03-18 • via Nuitee
P
Phoebe • young couple • us
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Nice owner and dog! Quiet and clean

2025-03-04 • via Nuitee
B
Bjarki • solo traveller • is
10
Exceptional
2024-12-30 • via Nuitee
C
Chen • family with young children • us
9
Superb
Cons:

room not cleaned unless requested one day before.

2022-09-03 • via Nuitee
D
david
10
Pros:

Great place!

2019-06-13 • via Nuitee
P
Peter
6
OK. No more, no less.
Pros:

OK room with access to kitchen. 6 rooms sharing 1 totilet and bath. Wi-Fi. Nice view from our side of the building. I find the room a little expensive.

2018-07-09 • via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
10
Pros:

A little nervous looking from the outside but inside was very clean would highly recommend to anyone.

2018-06-16 • via Nuitee
K
Kwok Kong
8
Basic Accommodation with Everything You Need
Pros:

Blondous is a small town in Iceland and there is not much choices for hotel or hostel. Riverside Hostel is clean and equipped with a kitchen which you can cook your food. Everything is well appointed and we'll definitely stay in Riverside Hostel again if we visit Blondous again.

2018-06-15 • via Nuitee
H
HO
8
Local clean house
Pros:

Cozy room & nice kitchen for cooking

2017-07-04 • via Nuitee