Located near the scenic Skarðsvík Beach, The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center offers a vibrant retreat. Unwind in the garden or explore local art at the library. With free WiFi, laundry facilities, and tour assistance available for guests.
The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center is a great choice for a stay in Snæfellsbær. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.
At a glance
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Hotel size
8 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 16
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 16
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Children's games
Children's books
Musical instruments
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Whale-watching nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1954
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Arcade/game room
Reception hall
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
30-inch Smart TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Soundproofed rooms
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Shower only
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Freezer
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Oven
Toaster
Waffle maker
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Spices
Paper towels
More
Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Freezer Hostel Culture Center Rif
Freezer Hostel Culture Center
Freezer Culture Center Rif
Freezer Culture Center
The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center Rif
Frequently asked questions
Does The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking. Enjoy amenities like an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.
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Reviews
The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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8.8
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
8.8
Staff & service
9.4
Eco-friendliness
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2025
Tidy and comfortable
Self service check it. The theme of Aurora rooms a a bit scary But I booked family room and it looks like a recently renovated place and it is okay. Clean and tidy, the shared kitchen is lacking lights and a bit dark, the common area is really a gem of this guest house, has the mojo of youth hostel.
Dennis
Dennis, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 1, 2024
Really enjoyed the stay and the rooms where spot on too.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2024
Solid place to stay in an area with lots of drivable sites
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
this place is pretty far from restaurants but our main priority was to have a safe place to sleep for 1 night before we continued on our journey and it was perfect for that. they have a great common lounge that looked stocked with games, but we were so tired from hiking and driving all day that we didnt get to use this. there are lots of great and funky art pieces on the property and paints on the walls. thank you for a great stay!
Marianne
Marianne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2022
Staff was super helpful!
Highly recommend this place.
Great location and chill place
Karl Michael
Karl Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2023
Nice place
Luz
Luz, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2023
Really fun, really funky hostel with a great vibes and a unique atmosphere and amazing staff :)
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 14, 2023
Convenient to access the National Park
Xing
Xing, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2023
Beautiful place. Made us feel at home.
Javier Garcia
Javier Garcia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2024
Such a cute place! Everyone friendly. Room clean and cozy with our own super nice bathroom.
jennifer
jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2024
Comfy lounge area
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2023
Awesome place
This place is cool - a funky hostel on an awesome peninsula! The new expansion has amazing artwork and is very relaxing.
clare
clare, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2023
Great artsy space in a small fishing village. Clean and has a usable kitchen area which is a big plus!
Aazon
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
Freezer Hostel is a combination of hotel rooms and hostel/camping accommodations. It has an artsy vibe and good shared amenities including a kitchen and a very welcoming common area where they host live music and other events on weekends. We cannot speak to the rooms at the property itself because our room was not available upon arrival due to an electricity issue. While this was poorly communicated before our arrival, the host more than made up for this by being super helpful when we arrived and by housing us in an alternative apartment around the corner that was definitely an upgrade from the single room with private bath we had booked. The staff were so friendly and I wish we would have had time to come back to the hostel to enjoy their events but we were always too tired from touring. I would return to this property in a heart beat. It seems like a very warm and inviting place to stay.
Carl W
Carl W, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 28, 2024
Staying at the Freezer Hostel was unique. It had delightful art and provided an opportunity to meet people. We reserved a family room for 4 people and the double bed was really small for two adults. It was a great location to check out some if the sights in the National park.
Ameera
Ameera, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2024
I met some of the most amazing people
John
John, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 19, 2023
Very unique place. Great common area. Fully equipped kitchen. All sorts of games available for fun, even a ping pong table!
Nora
Nora, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 18, 2023
It was ok! Great location but not clean.
Anar
Anar, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 22, 2023
Close to attractions. Outside look was not good and dirty. Bathroom has only one dark color towel, doesn’t look clean. Bedsheet was dark color too.
Seraz
6/10 Good
Jun 26, 2017
가격대비 괜찮음
공연이 있는 날은 엄청 시끄러워요. 제가 있던 방은 좀 떨어진 곳에 있었는데, 안전한 동네라며 방에.잠금장치가 없더라구요. 청소 상태는 괜찮아요.
Ultra noisy when they have a concert. There's no locker on your room door. Tidy.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 18, 2023
This is a good value hostel for exploring the peninsula. We stayed in the Time Machine Room - which had 4 bunk beds in it. There are no lockers or privacy curtains, but the blackout curtains work really really well. They also provide some great 3M ear plugs for free. The kitchen is a good size and we were able to cook breakfast and dinner without fighting for space. Lovely huge common room which also doubles as a bar/live music venue/and hosts a theatre. Unfortunately nothing was on when we stayed (Mon/Tuesday night) but they do have events on Thurs/Fri/Sat. There were two bathrooms for the hostel, and I was worried about queuing but ended up having no issues at all using a bathroom when needed. Rif is a very small fishing harbour/village and there isn't really anything to do in Rif itself - you'll want to get out and about. Parking was easy.
Alysha
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2025
Yanhong
Yanhong, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 27, 2025
Très atypique mais on a adoré
Auberge de jeunesse atypique (deco, music live certains soirs, immense salle commune pour se détendre en journée ou soirée)
Le patron l’annonce d’entrée : ici, pas de règle ! Dommage, certains en profite. C’est la seule fois de notre séjour de 17 jours qu’on a trouvé de la vaisselle sale dans l’évier.
Christian
Christian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2025
Belle découverte
Belle découverte que ce lieu mêlant culture et hébergement. Il est encours de rénovation. Les chambres sont toutes neuves et pourvues d’une douche et wc.
La salle commune en plus de la cuisine est spacieuse, agréable avec ses grands fauteuils et canapés.
Au calme, par contre pas de commerce dans le village.