Title: The Fox Hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Fox Hostel Hostel in Hrífunesvegur with free parking ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118940000/118937100/118937093/b737cfb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118940000/118937100/118937093/5b357eb8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118940000/118937100/118937093/bc379717.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118940000/118937100/118937093/930c77c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118940000/118937100/118937093/857b0511.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Fox Hostel provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Housekeeping - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 18 - Nov. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=118937093&PinnedHotelID=118937093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=118937093&PinnedHotelID=118937093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 19 - Nov. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=118937093&PinnedHotelID=118937093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=118937093&PinnedHotelID=118937093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 21 - Nov. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=118937093&PinnedHotelID=118937093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=118937093&PinnedHotelID=118937093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=118937093&PinnedHotelID=118937093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=118937093&PinnedHotelID=118937093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118940000/118937100/118937093/6caf3c64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Refrigerator Dishwasher 7 bathrooms Microwave Oven Cookware/dishes/utensils Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Shared Dormitory, Women only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118940000/118937100/118937093/55330043.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Women only ### Highlights 7 bathrooms Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118940000/118937100/118937093/e23c7d7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, 1 Twin Bed 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights 7 bathrooms Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHrifunesvegur-Hotels-The-Fox-Hostel.h118937093.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHrifunesvegur-Hotels-The-Fox-Hostel.h118937093.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C63.63961%2C-18.50974&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fOXUTAjOguYrZgfRBw2ViiaztXc=) Hrífunesvegur, Hrífunesvegur, Kirkjubæjarklaustur, 881 #### What's nearby - Fjarðrárgljúfur - 40 min drive - 40.3 km - Kirkjugólf - 41 min drive - 43.6 km - Systrafoss - 42 min drive - 43.9 km - Stjórnarfoss - 46 min drive - 44.6 km - Black Beach - 54 min drive - 55.8 km ## About this property ### The Fox Hostel Hostel in a provincial park The Fox Hostel provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self parking Room features All guestrooms at The Fox Hostel offer amenities such as free WiFi. Other amenities include: - 7 bathrooms with showers and shampoo - Communal kitchens, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils ## Similar properties ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30570000/30565600/30565581/f872343c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hrifunes Nature Park Hrífunesvegur - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Parking included 9.6 Exceptional 117 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=30565581&PinnedHotelID=30565581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21630000/21626200/21626107/f81204ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday House 3 Fantastic View Kirkjubæjarklaustur - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Parking available - Microwave 9.6 Exceptional 15 reviews CA $322 CA $469 total includes taxes & fees Nov 29 - Nov 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=21626107&PinnedHotelID=21626107&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40190000/40186000/40185970/548b6085.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Holiday House ÁSAR - Amazing View Kirkjubæjarklaustur - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 8.6 Excellent 7 reviews CA $586 CA $874 total includes taxes & fees Nov 25 - Nov 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=40185970&PinnedHotelID=40185970&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40200000/40191900/40191879/703dd330.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday House 2 Wonderful View Kirkjubæjarklaustur - Kitchen - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 6 reviews CA $366 CA $557 total includes taxes & fees Nov 20 - Nov 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=40191879&PinnedHotelID=40191879&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21630000/21625600/21625588/05ba64ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday House 5 Magnificent View Kirkjubæjarklaustur - Kitchen - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $440 CA $658 total includes taxes & fees Nov 20 - Nov 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=21625588&PinnedHotelID=21625588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - In-room microwave ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - In a provincial park ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - 7 shared bathrooms - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Shared kitchen access ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee: EUR 50 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Late check-in fee: EUR 50 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash ### We should mention No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Fox Hostel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Fox Hostel? > As of Nov 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Fox Hostel on Nov 21, 2025 start from CA $83.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Hrifunesvegur-Hotels-The-Fox-Hostel.h118937093.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Fox Hostel? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM– midnight for a fee of EUR 50. ### What time is check-out at The Fox Hostel? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Fox Hostel located? > Situated in a provincial park, this hostel is within 25 mi (40 km) of Systrastapi Rock, Fjarðrárgljúfur, and Skaftárstofa. Kirkjugólf and Stjórnarfoss are also within 25 mi (40 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Fox Hostel Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 25 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 9.6/10 Staff & service ### 9.4/10 Amenities ### 9.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.4/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Said Akhmed Oct 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Awesome spot for solo travelers! ##### Said Akhmed Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leland Oct 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good rooms, clean and quiet, big kitchen nvr packed ##### Leland Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zach Sep 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great stay!! Would recommend to anyone looking for a clean and quiet place to stay. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1371d500-f41f-4601-bea2-8400ecbc50be-1756844623313.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Zach Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### rita de cassia Sep 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It's the best place.... beautiful view! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bdefd699-eb47-4000-a0de-2a91063d031c-1759264335326.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e7e4b463-4419-499a-8e10-780190eaf9eb-1759264335681.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### rita de cassia Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeffrey Oct 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Enjoyed this hostel. Really pretty. ##### Jeffrey Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nimalraj Oct 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good place to stay, we'll maintained. Good kitchen area, clean bathrooms, comfortable beds. Away from the highway 1, quiet some drive thru gravel roads - nice view. ##### Nimalraj Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Guan Haw Oct 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The kitchen is well equipped. ##### Guan Haw Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrea Sep 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice place, with a view on the glacier. ##### Andrea Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Baptiste Oct 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Fox Hostel is a very clean, clear and relaxing space. You should be aware there are many guests in one room but that being said, the spaces are well shared between all people and we can get some intimicy without any issue. ##### Baptiste Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### rita de cassia Sep 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice ... Beautiful view... ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8d745afb-d89f-40aa-83ac-05c870a91d06-1759184035507.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/75bf4b21-76b3-4e6e-acd3-dc3da6cac23c-1759184035291.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### rita de cassia Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zeeshan Sep 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything is neat and tidy. ##### Zeeshan Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Whitney Sep 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is a family-run hostel located near Vatnajökull National Park. The layout of the hostel is very well planned out, with many private bathrooms, showers, and beds that allow for a very comfortable stay. My husband and I were especially impressed with the quality of the kitchen and dining space, because it allowed for multiple groups to cook at the same time in their own space, and the kitchen was very well equipped with all the items that one would need to cook a proper meal. ##### Whitney Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ida Anna Grazia Aug 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Brand new, thouhtfully organised, kind people run it. Superb location. I would reccomend it. ##### Ida Anna Grazia Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Stella Sep 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness VERY CLEAN BUT TOO NOISY AND CROWDED. DO NOT RECOMMEND IF YOU WANT TO REST AND RECOVER ##### Stella Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Pierre Sep 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities I was double charged and they denied request to refund me. ##### Pierre Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sirlei Oct 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Adoramos nossa estadia no Fox Hostel! Local de fácil acesso, limpo, acolhedor, piso com aquecimento no chão, colchões confortáveis e roupas de cama e banho limpas e novas , a cozinha ampla e bem equipada e a recepção da Inger foi excepcional nos dando dicas de onde ver a Autora Boreal e outros passeios nos deixando super a vontades na hospedagem !!! Enfim só agradecer e indicar o lugar para suas férias serem perfeitas !!! Obrigada pelo carinho a toda a família !!! ##### Sirlei Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### joosung Sep 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities cazy and clam ##### joosung Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele Aug 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Ottimo ostello di recente apertura, quindi super organizzato e con tutto il necessario. Camerate da 8 letti matrimoniali (16 persone totali possono starci, ma tendono a distribuire gli ospiti nelle varie stanze se c’è meno gente). Cucina grande e con quasi tutto il necessario per cucinare, tra cui anche forni (con carta da forno), macchina per caffè americano, microonde, bollitore, stoviglie e utensili vari… insomma, tanta roba. Bagni spaziosi (docce e wc in stanze separate) e ben tenuti. Staff disponibile e cordiale. Super consigliato e sicuramente da ritornarci ##### Michele Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randall Aug 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Happy customer Very nice owners. They talked to us for about an hour about things to do in the area. Very helpful. ##### Randall Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sirlei Oct 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Sirlei Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Patricia Oct 12, 2025 ##### Patricia Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Oct 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### David Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Asako Sep 21, 2025 ##### Asako Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### kamini Aug 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### kamini Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy Aug 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Jeremy Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025