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Summary of reviews'Hlíd Hostel' receives widespread praise for its strategic location near Lake Mývatn, making it an ideal base for exploring the Myvatn region and its natural attractions, including craters, thermal baths and scenic lava fields. Guests appreciate the convenience of nearby tourist spots, the serenity of the setting and practical amenities such as free parking and well-equipped common areas.
One of the highlights frequently mentioned is the hostel’s breakfast, which is described as substantial and hearty. Guests particularly enjoy the scenic dining experience with views of the lava field and Lake Mývatn and the unique offering of lava bread leaves a strong impression.
The cleanliness of the hostel is another positive aspect with guests noting that the rooms, bathrooms and common areas are well-maintained. Although some rooms are described as small and cramped, particularly the dormitories, they are clean and equipped with heaters, providing a warm and cozy environment. The hostel's kitchen and dining spaces are both large and practical, enhancing guests' comfort during their stay.
Staff at Hlíd Hostel are consistently commended for their warm and welcoming attitude. Reviews highlight their kindness, attentiveness and willingness to go the extra mile, contributing significantly to a positive guest experience. The friendly and dedicated team helps create a pleasant atmosphere throughout the property.
However, there are some drawbacks. The rooms, while clean, are small, leading to limited space for luggage and the soundproofing is poor, which can result in noise disturbances. The bunk beds, although sturdy and comfortable to some, are often criticized for being noisy and lacking privacy features like curtains. Additionally, guests are required to bring their own bedding, which some find inconvenient.
Overall, Hlíd Hostel's excellent location, hearty breakfast, cleanliness and friendly staff make it a favorable choice for travelers, despite some issues with room size and noise.
One of the highlights frequently mentioned is the hostel’s breakfast, which is described as substantial and hearty. Guests particularly enjoy the scenic dining experience with views of the lava field and Lake Mývatn and the unique offering of lava bread leaves a strong impression.
The cleanliness of the hostel is another positive aspect with guests noting that the rooms, bathrooms and common areas are well-maintained. Although some rooms are described as small and cramped, particularly the dormitories, they are clean and equipped with heaters, providing a warm and cozy environment. The hostel's kitchen and dining spaces are both large and practical, enhancing guests' comfort during their stay.
Staff at Hlíd Hostel are consistently commended for their warm and welcoming attitude. Reviews highlight their kindness, attentiveness and willingness to go the extra mile, contributing significantly to a positive guest experience. The friendly and dedicated team helps create a pleasant atmosphere throughout the property.
However, there are some drawbacks. The rooms, while clean, are small, leading to limited space for luggage and the soundproofing is poor, which can result in noise disturbances. The bunk beds, although sturdy and comfortable to some, are often criticized for being noisy and lacking privacy features like curtains. Additionally, guests are required to bring their own bedding, which some find inconvenient.
Overall, Hlíd Hostel's excellent location, hearty breakfast, cleanliness and friendly staff make it a favorable choice for travelers, despite some issues with room size and noise.
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Hlíd Hostel, nestled in a prime location near Lake Mývatn, receives high praise for its advantageous position, making it an ideal base to explore the Myvatn region and its many attractions. Guests consistently commend the hostel for its proximity to popular sites, including local craters, thermal baths and scenic lava fields, describing it as both centrally and strategically located.
The hostel is particularly noted for its convenience, being close to many tourist spots and offering easy access to the surrounding area's natural beauty. This includes the chance to experience beautiful sunsets and sunrises, as well as the possibility of witnessing the enchanting Northern Lights during the winter months.
The serene and quiet environment of Hlíd Hostel enhances the visitor experience, providing a sense of tranquility amidst Iceland's breathtaking landscapes. The establishment offers practical amenities such as free parking and well-equipped common areas, including a kitchen and a charming dining area with views of the lava fields.
In summary, Hlíd Hostel's exceptional location near Lake Mývatn and various points of interest, combined with its peaceful setting and useful facilities, make it a favored choice for travelers looking to explore this stunning part of Iceland.
The breakfast at Hlíd Hostel appears to be a standout feature among guests, frequently described as the best they've encountered during their travels. Set against a backdrop of the striking lava field and Lake Myvatn, the dining area enhances the breakfast experience with its scenic view. Guests praise the substantial and hearty offerings, highlighting the varied and tasty continental breakfast buffet available. A specialty item, lava bread, leaves a notable impression. Despite the hostel's remote location, guests are pleasantly surprised by the quality and variety of the breakfast provided, making it a recommended choice for visitors.
Hlíd Hostel offers a mixed experience when it comes to room comfort and amenities. The rooms, while clean and equipped with heaters, making them warm and cozy after a day in the Icelandic weather, are generally small and often cramped, particularly for four-person dormitories. The bunk beds, though comfortable, are in a peculiar configuration that can cause some inconvenience.
Guests appreciate the hostel's cleanliness and modern feel. While the beds themselves are comfortable, they can be quite creaky and noisy, which can disturb sleep. Similarly, soundproofing in the rooms is lacking, leading to noise issues.
The hostel is ideally located for visiting Myvatn and its surroundings with the dormitories offering a unique experience situated at the edge of a lava field. The kitchen is well-equipped with multiple stoves, an oven, a toaster and a kettle and there's a spacious dining room available for guests.
However, the small size of the rooms often leaves little space for luggage and the lack of proper storage or lockers can be problematic. The restrooms and showers, while clean, are also small and may take some getting used to.
Despite these drawbacks, the hostel provides a clean, warm environment and some rooms even offer pleasant views. Thus, Hlíd Hostel provides a cozy stay with essential amenities, though it may not be the best choice for those who require more space or are sensitive to noise.
Guests at Hlíd Hostel have shared mixed reviews regarding the beds. On the positive side, many found the bunk beds to be comfortable and pleasantly sturdy, which has made for a restful night for some visitors. However, a recurring theme in the reviews is the significant noise generated by the beds. Words like "squeaky," "creaky," and "noisy" frequently appear, suggesting that even minor movements result in loud sounds that can disturb sleep.
In terms of placement, the bunk beds are set against each other, which means guests may inadvertently touch the feet of the person opposite them, a detail some found inconvenient. Privacy also seems limited, as the beds lack curtains. Another aspect noted is the requirement for guests to bring their own bedding, including towels, which adds an extra step to the stay.
While the sturdiness and comfort of the beds got a thumbs-up from some, the noise level seems to be a significant downside, highlighted in numerous reviews. Thin mattresses that make guests feel the bed slats add to the discomfort. Overall, while some aspects of the beds are praised, potential guests should be prepared for a possibly noisy night.
Hlíd Hostel garners praise for its overall cleanliness and well-maintained facilities. Guests appreciate the large and clean common areas, including a well-equipped kitchen and dining spaces. The rooms are consistently mentioned as being very clean, albeit some noting they are a bit small but comfortable. Cleanliness extends to bathrooms and showers, which are frequently highlighted as super clean and tidy, although a few reviews suggest that renovations could improve these areas.
The hostel features modern and clean facilities, contributing to a comfortable stay. Some common areas receive positive remarks for being large and user-friendly, ideal for preparing meals and socializing. A handful of reviews mention the need for better stocking of the kitchen and minor issues with Wi-Fi connectivity.
Despite certain limitations such as average quality beds that can be noisy and occasional noise due to the wooden structure of the building, the overall feedback remains positive. Guests appreciate the cleanliness of the premises, clean rooms and the availability of amenities, making the hostel a satisfactory choice for travelers.
Hlíd Hostel is consistently praised for its warm and welcoming staff, who contribute significantly to the positive experience of its guests. Reviews highlight the kindness, attentiveness and helpful nature of the team, making travelers feel well taken care of from the moment they arrive. Particularly noted are the genuinely friendly attitudes at the reception, ensuring a pleasant atmosphere. The staff's willingness to go the extra mile is frequently mentioned, such as making sure guests have accommodations even during high occupancy. While there are occasional mentions of impatience, the overall impression is one of a dedicated and charming team committed to hospitality. The atmosphere fostered by the staff not only emphasizes their friendliness but also the clean and well-maintained environment of the property, ensuring guests feel both welcome and comfortable throughout their stay.
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Location
The hostel is particularly noted for its convenience, being close to many tourist spots and offering easy access to the surrounding area's natural beauty. This includes the chance to experience beautiful sunsets and sunrises, as well as the possibility of witnessing the enchanting Northern Lights during the winter months.
The serene and quiet environment of Hlíd Hostel enhances the visitor experience, providing a sense of tranquility amidst Iceland's breathtaking landscapes. The establishment offers practical amenities such as free parking and well-equipped common areas, including a kitchen and a charming dining area with views of the lava fields.
In summary, Hlíd Hostel's exceptional location near Lake Mývatn and various points of interest, combined with its peaceful setting and useful facilities, make it a favored choice for travelers looking to explore this stunning part of Iceland.
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Rooms
Guests appreciate the hostel's cleanliness and modern feel. While the beds themselves are comfortable, they can be quite creaky and noisy, which can disturb sleep. Similarly, soundproofing in the rooms is lacking, leading to noise issues.
The hostel is ideally located for visiting Myvatn and its surroundings with the dormitories offering a unique experience situated at the edge of a lava field. The kitchen is well-equipped with multiple stoves, an oven, a toaster and a kettle and there's a spacious dining room available for guests.
However, the small size of the rooms often leaves little space for luggage and the lack of proper storage or lockers can be problematic. The restrooms and showers, while clean, are also small and may take some getting used to.
Despite these drawbacks, the hostel provides a clean, warm environment and some rooms even offer pleasant views. Thus, Hlíd Hostel provides a cozy stay with essential amenities, though it may not be the best choice for those who require more space or are sensitive to noise.
Beds
In terms of placement, the bunk beds are set against each other, which means guests may inadvertently touch the feet of the person opposite them, a detail some found inconvenient. Privacy also seems limited, as the beds lack curtains. Another aspect noted is the requirement for guests to bring their own bedding, including towels, which adds an extra step to the stay.
While the sturdiness and comfort of the beds got a thumbs-up from some, the noise level seems to be a significant downside, highlighted in numerous reviews. Thin mattresses that make guests feel the bed slats add to the discomfort. Overall, while some aspects of the beds are praised, potential guests should be prepared for a possibly noisy night.
Cleanliness
The hostel features modern and clean facilities, contributing to a comfortable stay. Some common areas receive positive remarks for being large and user-friendly, ideal for preparing meals and socializing. A handful of reviews mention the need for better stocking of the kitchen and minor issues with Wi-Fi connectivity.
Despite certain limitations such as average quality beds that can be noisy and occasional noise due to the wooden structure of the building, the overall feedback remains positive. Guests appreciate the cleanliness of the premises, clean rooms and the availability of amenities, making the hostel a satisfactory choice for travelers.
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No, Hlid Hostel doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Hlid Hostel.
No, Hlid Hostel doesn't allow dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Hlid Hostel.
No, Hlid Hostel doesn't have a gym.
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