Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse
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Summary of reviewsTehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse benefits from an exceptional location in the heart of Egilsstaðir, making it an excellent base for travelers exploring the region or navigating the Ring Road. Guests appreciate its convenience with easy access to supermarkets, gas stations and key tourist spots. The hostel is close to the bus terminal and not far from the airport, which is ideal for early departures and local exploration. Parking is plentiful, adding to its convenience for drivers.
The hostel is well-regarded for its cleanliness, offering immaculate conditions in rooms, bathrooms and common areas. The spacious and comfortable rooms feature privacy-enhancing amenities like bed curtains, individual outlets and lamps and cozy, well-maintained beds. Though some rooms are compact, they manage to provide comfort and functionality suitable for both solo travelers and groups.
Dining at Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse is a memorable experience with a range of delicious and varied menu options that cater to diverse dietary preferences, including excellent vegetarian dishes. The bar and café add to the charm by offering a welcoming atmosphere with live music events, karaoke and a happy hour, though this can sometimes lead to noise issues. Guests enjoy the upscale dining options at reasonable prices and appreciate the hostel's connected pub.
The breakfast buffet receives mixed reviews; while many appreciate its quality and variety, some long for a more extensive hot food selection and an earlier start time. Nonetheless, the exotic atmosphere and affordability generally enhance the breakfast experience.
Staff at Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse are frequently praised for their friendliness and helpfulness, providing a welcoming and warm atmosphere. Their professionalism and dedication significantly contribute to guest satisfaction, creating a young, informal, yet personable vibe.
Accessibility is a strong suit for Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse with thoughtful features throughout the property, making it a convenient choice for guests with disabilities. The hostel’s facilities are well-designed to cater to various needs, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.
Overall, Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse stands out for its strategic location, cleanliness, comfort and welcoming atmosphere, making it an excellent choice for a pleasant stay in Egilsstaðir. With its luxurious, eco-conscious accommodations at great value, it presents a unique blend of comfort and sustainability for discerning travelers.
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The hostel is well-regarded for its cleanliness, offering immaculate conditions in rooms, bathrooms and common areas. The spacious and comfortable rooms feature privacy-enhancing amenities like bed curtains, individual outlets and lamps and cozy, well-maintained beds. Though some rooms are compact, they manage to provide comfort and functionality suitable for both solo travelers and groups.
Dining at Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse is a memorable experience with a range of delicious and varied menu options that cater to diverse dietary preferences, including excellent vegetarian dishes. The bar and café add to the charm by offering a welcoming atmosphere with live music events, karaoke and a happy hour, though this can sometimes lead to noise issues. Guests enjoy the upscale dining options at reasonable prices and appreciate the hostel's connected pub.
The breakfast buffet receives mixed reviews; while many appreciate its quality and variety, some long for a more extensive hot food selection and an earlier start time. Nonetheless, the exotic atmosphere and affordability generally enhance the breakfast experience.
Staff at Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse are frequently praised for their friendliness and helpfulness, providing a welcoming and warm atmosphere. Their professionalism and dedication significantly contribute to guest satisfaction, creating a young, informal, yet personable vibe.
Accessibility is a strong suit for Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse with thoughtful features throughout the property, making it a convenient choice for guests with disabilities. The hostel’s facilities are well-designed to cater to various needs, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.
Overall, Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse stands out for its strategic location, cleanliness, comfort and welcoming atmosphere, making it an excellent choice for a pleasant stay in Egilsstaðir. With its luxurious, eco-conscious accommodations at great value, it presents a unique blend of comfort and sustainability for discerning travelers.
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Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse boasts an enviable location, highly praised by guests for its convenience and accessibility. Situated in the heart of Egilsstaðir, it offers easy access to supermarkets, gas stations and various tourist spots. The central setting is ideal for travelers navigating the Ring Road or making their way to the ferry to Denmark. With close proximity to the bus terminal and only a short distance from the airport, the hostel is convenient for both early morning departures and exploring the local area.
Guests appreciate the hostel’s prime location, which allows for easy strolls around town and quick trips to nearby amenities like grocery stores and bakeries. The spacious rooms enhance the overall experience, providing comfort amidst the bustling surroundings. Parking is plentiful, making it a hassle-free option for those driving through the Eastfjords.
This charming hostel not only delivers in terms of location but also offers a warm welcome and a relaxed atmosphere. It is an excellent base for those keen on discovering the natural beauty of the area with convenient transport links and practical amenities nearby. All in all, Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse stands out as a top choice for both its strategic positioning and its inviting environment, ensuring a pleasant stay for travelers.
Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse offers a varied breakfast experience, receiving mixed reviews from guests. Many guests appreciated the quality and variety of the breakfast buffet, highlighting options like hummus, vegetables, eggs and muesli as part of a plentiful spread. The exotic atmosphere where breakfast is served also added to the experience. The affordability of the breakfast buffet, priced at 1,700 ISK was seen as fair and abundant by many, adding a favorable touch to their overall stay.
However, some guests were disappointed by the lack of a hot buffet and felt the selection was somewhat limited to cold cuts and bread. The breakfast's late service start time, either 8:30am or 9am, did not suit all guests with some preferring it to begin earlier.
Despite these points, the breakfast was generally appreciated for its quality and the friendly staff serving it. A more inclusive option or earlier start time might enhance the breakfast experience for future guests.
Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse offers an impressive dining experience that resonates well with its guests. Diners can indulge in a range of delicious dishes and enjoy a varied menu that stands out from typical Icelandic offerings. The food quality is consistently praised with special mentions of the excellent, fresh and organic meals available at reasonable prices. The vegetarian options are particularly intriguing, catering to diverse dietary preferences.
The hostel's restaurant provides an upscale menu, while the connected bar/pub serves excellent dishes and quick bites, including burgers, coffee, cake and delightful sweets. Guests have appreciated the cozy café attached to the hostel for its delicious soups and snacks. The dining area is beautifully decorated, enhancing the overall dining experience.
Adding to the charm, the bar hosts live music events on some nights, including karaoke and concerts, making it a lively spot for evening entertainment. Happy hour from 3 PM to 7 PM is a bonus for those looking to enjoy drinks at affordable prices. However, potential noise from the pub might be a consideration for some, as the structure is not well soundproofed and live music can go on until midnight.
Despite occasional noise, the welcoming atmosphere, along with the sustainable vibe, makes Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse a wonderful place for travelers seeking good food, drinks and entertainment all in one spot. The facilities for self-catering are also well-regarded, adding to the convenience for guests. Overall, it’s a great place to enjoy delicious food and a vibrant atmosphere without needing to venture out.
Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse offers a blend of comfort and functionality, making it an appealing choice for travelers seeking a clean and spacious accommodation option. The hostel excels in maintaining cleanliness across all areas, including rooms, kitchens and shared bathrooms, ensuring a pleasant stay for guests.
The rooms, while often described as compact, are praised for their comfort and functionality. Many guests appreciated the spaciousness of some rooms with large dormitory-style accommodations that can cater to families or groups, featuring multiple beds, albeit sometimes at the cost of limited personal space for luggage. Despite the occasional tight quarters, the beds are noted to be very comfortable, often enhanced with privacy curtains.
The common areas, including a lively bar and a relaxation area, add to the hostel's charm, though their proximity to the rooms can sometimes lead to noise issues depending on fellow travelers. The hostel is well-positioned, offering easy access to town and ample parking space for guests. Overall, Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse receives high marks for its cleanliness, comfort and spaciousness, making it a reliable choice for a stay in this Icelandic locale.
Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse has garnered numerous positive remarks about the comfort and cleanliness of its beds. Guests frequently noted that the beds are very comfortable, a crucial feature in a hostel setting. The beds are described as soft, clean and well-maintained, contributing to a good night’s sleep. Privacy is enhanced with curtains around the bunk beds, which many guests appreciated. The presence of individual outlets and lamps for each bed was also a welcoming feature, ensuring convenience for travelers.
The hostel's rooms cater to both solo travelers and groups with configurations including bunk beds, twin beds and even king-sized beds, providing flexibility and comfort for various needs. Despite sometimes limited space for luggage, the overall comfortable and cozy atmosphere of the spacious rooms left a positive impression on many guests. Added amenities such as privacy curtains and sturdy bunk beds that reduce disturbance from neighbors contributed to a relaxing stay.
In summary, Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse stands out for its super comfortable beds, practical room features and a relaxing, fun vibe, making it a highly recommended spot for a restful stay.
Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse has earned high marks for its cleanliness with guests frequently praising its immaculate conditions. The bathrooms and showers, in particular, receive consistent accolades for being very clean and well-maintained. This extends to the common areas and rooms, which are often described as tidy and hygienic, contributing to an overall welcoming atmosphere. The hostel's facilities, including its shared spaces, are kept in top shape with clean sheets and beds adding to the comfort of the stay.
While the majority of reviews highlight the superior cleanliness, a few comments point out issues mainly related to the conduct of other guests and occasional lapses in the kitchen area's tidiness. Despite these minor setbacks, the hostel's commitment to cleanliness stands out, making it a reliable and pleasant option for travelers.
Guests have consistently praised the staff at Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse for their exceptional friendliness and helpfulness. Many reviews highlight a warm and welcoming atmosphere created by the approachable and courteous nature of the staff members. Whether it's taking the time to explain everything in detail, responding to queries or offering assistance, the team appears to go out of their way to ensure a pleasant stay. The hostel is described as having a young, informal vibe with a personable touch, thanks in large part to the kindness and professionalism of the staff. Additionally, specific mentions of the management and owners reflect their involvement and dedication to guest satisfaction. Overall, the hospitable staff significantly enhance the guest experience at Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse.
Tehúsið Hostel has received strong praise for its accessibility features, making it a convenient choice for guests with disabilities. The hostel boasts exceptionally clean and well-laid-out room kitchens, providing guests with a functional and user-friendly space. Accessibility is emphasized throughout the property with double door access between the pub and hostel areas, ensuring easy movement for everyone.
Guests have noted the availability of plenty of bathrooms and showers, which are described as spacious and comfortable. The hostel also features a clean and adequate cooking space within a spacious kitchen and dining area. Additionally, towels are readily provided, enhancing the overall convenience.
Beyond the immediate facilities, guests appreciate the nearby amenities, including a laundromat, a genuine wool store, a Netto supermarket, a post office and a gas station. The location's proximity to a bus stop to Seydisfjordur further adds to its accessibility.
Overall, Tehúsið Hostel stands out for its clean, spacious and well-equipped environment, catering effectively to the needs of guests with disabilities.
Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse offers a luxurious experience at an exceptional value for money. The hostel is dedicated to sustainability, complete with compost bins, reflecting a commitment to environmentally friendly practices. Guests appreciate the clean and fancy atmosphere, noting that it feels a class above typical hostels. With high-quality products and amenities like black-out blinds, Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse stands out as a 5-star, luxury hostel that offers both comfort and eco-conscious accommodations.
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Location
Guests appreciate the hostel’s prime location, which allows for easy strolls around town and quick trips to nearby amenities like grocery stores and bakeries. The spacious rooms enhance the overall experience, providing comfort amidst the bustling surroundings. Parking is plentiful, making it a hassle-free option for those driving through the Eastfjords.
This charming hostel not only delivers in terms of location but also offers a warm welcome and a relaxed atmosphere. It is an excellent base for those keen on discovering the natural beauty of the area with convenient transport links and practical amenities nearby. All in all, Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse stands out as a top choice for both its strategic positioning and its inviting environment, ensuring a pleasant stay for travelers.
Breakfast
However, some guests were disappointed by the lack of a hot buffet and felt the selection was somewhat limited to cold cuts and bread. The breakfast's late service start time, either 8:30am or 9am, did not suit all guests with some preferring it to begin earlier.
Despite these points, the breakfast was generally appreciated for its quality and the friendly staff serving it. A more inclusive option or earlier start time might enhance the breakfast experience for future guests.
Dinner
The hostel's restaurant provides an upscale menu, while the connected bar/pub serves excellent dishes and quick bites, including burgers, coffee, cake and delightful sweets. Guests have appreciated the cozy café attached to the hostel for its delicious soups and snacks. The dining area is beautifully decorated, enhancing the overall dining experience.
Adding to the charm, the bar hosts live music events on some nights, including karaoke and concerts, making it a lively spot for evening entertainment. Happy hour from 3 PM to 7 PM is a bonus for those looking to enjoy drinks at affordable prices. However, potential noise from the pub might be a consideration for some, as the structure is not well soundproofed and live music can go on until midnight.
Despite occasional noise, the welcoming atmosphere, along with the sustainable vibe, makes Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse a wonderful place for travelers seeking good food, drinks and entertainment all in one spot. The facilities for self-catering are also well-regarded, adding to the convenience for guests. Overall, it’s a great place to enjoy delicious food and a vibrant atmosphere without needing to venture out.
Rooms
The rooms, while often described as compact, are praised for their comfort and functionality. Many guests appreciated the spaciousness of some rooms with large dormitory-style accommodations that can cater to families or groups, featuring multiple beds, albeit sometimes at the cost of limited personal space for luggage. Despite the occasional tight quarters, the beds are noted to be very comfortable, often enhanced with privacy curtains.
The common areas, including a lively bar and a relaxation area, add to the hostel's charm, though their proximity to the rooms can sometimes lead to noise issues depending on fellow travelers. The hostel is well-positioned, offering easy access to town and ample parking space for guests. Overall, Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse receives high marks for its cleanliness, comfort and spaciousness, making it a reliable choice for a stay in this Icelandic locale.
Beds
The hostel's rooms cater to both solo travelers and groups with configurations including bunk beds, twin beds and even king-sized beds, providing flexibility and comfort for various needs. Despite sometimes limited space for luggage, the overall comfortable and cozy atmosphere of the spacious rooms left a positive impression on many guests. Added amenities such as privacy curtains and sturdy bunk beds that reduce disturbance from neighbors contributed to a relaxing stay.
In summary, Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse stands out for its super comfortable beds, practical room features and a relaxing, fun vibe, making it a highly recommended spot for a restful stay.
Cleanliness
While the majority of reviews highlight the superior cleanliness, a few comments point out issues mainly related to the conduct of other guests and occasional lapses in the kitchen area's tidiness. Despite these minor setbacks, the hostel's commitment to cleanliness stands out, making it a reliable and pleasant option for travelers.
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Accessible
Guests have noted the availability of plenty of bathrooms and showers, which are described as spacious and comfortable. The hostel also features a clean and adequate cooking space within a spacious kitchen and dining area. Additionally, towels are readily provided, enhancing the overall convenience.
Beyond the immediate facilities, guests appreciate the nearby amenities, including a laundromat, a genuine wool store, a Netto supermarket, a post office and a gas station. The location's proximity to a bus stop to Seydisfjordur further adds to its accessibility.
Overall, Tehúsið Hostel stands out for its clean, spacious and well-equipped environment, catering effectively to the needs of guests with disabilities.
Luxury
No, Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse.
No, Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse doesn't allow dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse.
No, Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse doesn't have a gym.
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