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Hafaldan Old hospital hostel- Seydisfjordur

A historic hospital-turned-hostel with a spa and shared kitchen

Best forBudget travellers in the east fjordsSauna evenings after hikingHistoric building lovers

Fellabær

Spa & wellness

About this stay

Arriving at Hafaldan Old Hospital Hostel, you'll find yourself in a building with a rich past, now repurposed for modern travelers. The hostel is a short 6-minute walk from the iconic Rainbow Walk and just 4 minutes from Seyðisfjörður - Herðubreið, making it a convenient base for exploring the town. Evenings here can be spent unwinding in the spa area, which includes a sauna, or socializing in the modest bar. The shared kitchen is a practical amenity for those who prefer to prepare their own meals, and a paid breakfast is available for a quick start to the day. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, perfect for winding down after a day of Icelandic adventures.

Historic building
Spa with sauna
Shared kitchen
Central location

Our take

Budget travellers who like character will enjoy Hafaldan, a hostel in a former hospital with a shared kitchen, a bar and a spa area with a sauna. The Rainbow Walk is 6 minutes on foot, and parking and WiFi are free. Breakfast costs extra, and shared spaces are part of the deal. I would book it for a sociable, inexpensive stay in Seyðisfjörður.

✓Use the spa area and sauna after a day of hiking around the fjord.
✓Cook in the shared kitchen for easy dinners at the hostel.
✓Explore Seyðisfjörður on foot, the Rainbow Walk is a six-minute walk from the hostel.

Why we love it

The unique history as a former hospital
On-site spa area with a sauna
Convenient shared kitchen facilities
Walking distance to town attractions

Why guests love it
Hafaldan occupies a former hospital in Seyðisfjörður, which gives the hostel its character. There is a shared kitchen, a bar and a spa area with a sauna, so evenings are easy to fill. The Rainbow Walk is 6 minutes away on foot. Parking and WiFi are free, and breakfast is available for a fee. A very well rated budget option for travellers happy to share.

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