Reviews of The Freezer Hostel & Culture Center
Hafnargata 16, Rif, 360 Hellissandur, Iceland
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Reviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewStaff was amazing and decoration too
Room was way to small for 8 people, no ventilation and the smell there was horrible, low O2 for sure.
Reviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewPretty much everything. We were in the new section with our own bathroom. I enjoyed the art in the room and all around. The staff was very friendly and helpful - superb! Nice atmosphere.
The kitchen could be a bit bigger. The older parts of the hostelshow their age a bit.
Dear Mervin, Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Warm regards, Ivan
Reviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe price is extremely high for such comfort and service.
Dear Asta, Thank you! Your happiness is our pleasure. We are glad you had a nice stay. You are always welcome. Best regards Ivan
Reviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe best part was the staff there,Maximilian was super kind and helpful. The location is good close to the park. It had a large sitting room that was nice.
My room seemed old and worn out. Upgrading mattresses, curtains, private plugs would have been nice.
Dear Ellen, Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Warm regards, Ivan
Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWonderfull ! Comfy and a fabulous concert !
Thank you for your kind words! We’re glad you found everything comfy and enjoyed the concert. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Reviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewIt is an amazing, remote and cozy place to stop at the edge of the world!!
Dear Laurynas, We're ecstatic to know that your stay exceeded expectations. Your positive feedback fuels our commitment to excellence. Looking forward to your next visit with us. Kind regards, Igor S.
Reviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewGood location, good value for money, nice staff
Missing storage place in the room
Dear Zuzana, Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you appreciated the location, value, and our staff. We also note your comment about the lack of storage in the room and will keep it in mind for future improvements. We hope to welcome you back soon. Kind regards, Igor S.
Dear Zuzana, Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you appreciated the location, value, and our staff. We also note your comment about the lack of storage in the room and will keep it in mind for future improvements. We hope to welcome y… Show more
Reviewed: 16 August 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe place, the people, the shared spaces
You don t have sheets or towels
Dear Simona, Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the place, the people, and the shared spaces. Just to clarify, towels can be provided for a certain price and can be picked up at reception anytime. We're always happy to help if you need anything during your stay. Hope to welcome you back soon. Best regards, Natasha
Dear Simona, Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the place, the people, and the shared spaces. Just to clarify, towels can be provided for a certain price and can be picked up at reception anytime. We're always h… Show more
Reviewed: 15 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewDear Eleanor, We are glad that you had an amazing stay and that you found the location suitable. We hope to host you again in the future. Regards, Darko
Reviewed: 14 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewfriendly staff
kitchen is too small
Dear Mei, Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad our staff made a friendly impression. We appreciate your note about the kitchen size and will take it into consideration as we continue to improve our spaces. Thanks again for staying with us!
Dear Mei, Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad our staff made a friendly impression. We appreciate your note about the kitchen size and will take it into consideration as we continue to improve our spaces. Thanks again for staying wit… Show more
Reviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 9 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReally wonderful common area, and very welcoming host who made us feel comfortable in the common area. This hostel is a fantastic place to feel as though you can connect with other travelers. The goal of creating community here is something that makes us want to support the place! There was a foozeball table in the common area that gave our son a chance to meet other kids and play, something that was a real highlight for him.
The kitchen was quite small for the number of guests using it - we were very happy we had arrived right at 4 pm and started cooking right away or it would have been difficult to make dinner, and the cost was quite high (maybe because of location?)
Dear, Thank you for the wonderful feedback! It’s fantastic to hear the warm, welcoming atmosphere and community spirit made such a positive impact. The foosball table sounds like a perfect way to bring guests together, especially for the little ones. The note about the kitchen size and pricing is appreciated and will be taken into consideration as the team continues to improve the experience.
Dear, Thank you for the wonderful feedback! It’s fantastic to hear the warm, welcoming atmosphere and community spirit made such a positive impact. The foosball table sounds like a perfect way to bring guests together, especially for the l… Show more
Reviewed: 9 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat to have this place in such a convenient location for travelling around the Snaefellsnes peninsular. Staff are welcoming and friendly, and the large reception/common room is comfortable, with lots of games and information provided. Bunk rooms are adequate, and shared bathrooms are clean, warm and well-equipped.
The kitchen area is a bit cramped for the number of guests accommodated. The room was a bit smelly and could do with a deep clean.
Dear, Thank you for the thoughtful feedback! It’s great to hear the convenient location, welcoming staff, and comfortable common areas contributed to a positive stay. The notes about the kitchen space and room cleanliness are appreciated and will be addressed to enhance future guest experiences.
Dear, Thank you for the thoughtful feedback! It’s great to hear the convenient location, welcoming staff, and comfortable common areas contributed to a positive stay. The notes about the kitchen space and room cleanliness are appreciated a… Show more
Reviewed: 9 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewI would rate it 11 out of 10 if I could. It's hands down the most memorable and atmospheric place we stayed at during the whole journey. Evening with live music from Max was truly amazing. Thank you!
Location is a bit remote and it's a hostel, so you get what you pay for, but nothing to complain about: facilities and rooms are clean, you have plenty of space.
Dear, Thank you for the fantastic feedback! It’s wonderful to hear the atmosphere and live music made such a memorable impression. The team is glad the facilities and rooms met expectations, and appreciates your understanding of the location and hostel setting. Your enthusiasm truly means a lot!
Dear, Thank you for the fantastic feedback! It’s wonderful to hear the atmosphere and live music made such a memorable impression. The team is glad the facilities and rooms met expectations, and appreciates your understanding of the locati… Show more
Reviewed: 7 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewComfy and great atmosphere
Kitchen needed more cooking space/ burners for the amount of people
Thank you for your review. We're happy that you had a positive experience with us overall, and we're very grateful for your comments and feedback regarding our property and our services. Regards, Sophia
Reviewed: 5 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 4 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat quirky hostel on the Snaesfellsness Peninsula. Staff were super friendly and the common room was very comfy and inviting. They had karaoke on our night which was lots of fun. Facilities were clean.
Dear Hannah, Thank you for the excellent review! We are glad that you found our location suitable, comfortable and inviting. It's great to hear that you had a wonderful time during the karaoke night! We hope to host you again in the future! Warm regards, Darko
Dear Hannah, Thank you for the excellent review! We are glad that you found our location suitable, comfortable and inviting. It's great to hear that you had a wonderful time during the karaoke night! We hope to host you again in the f… Show more
Reviewed: 29 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewI like the alternative groove. But it really needs a decent renovation
The pictures in the room were scaring
Dear Sibylle, Thank you for your feedback. We’re happy you liked the alternative vibe of the place. The murals in the rooms are hand-drawn artwork, which adds a unique artistic touch. We understand that this style may not be to everyone’s taste, and we appreciate your honesty. We’ll also consider your comments regarding renovation to keep improving the experience. Best regards, Marija
Dear Sibylle, Thank you for your feedback. We’re happy you liked the alternative vibe of the place. The murals in the rooms are hand-drawn artwork, which adds a unique artistic touch. We understand that this style may not be to everyone’s t… Show more
Reviewed: 24 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 19 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewMy room seemed new. It was very basic, but had a very comfortable bed and a useful private bathroom. The staff were wonderful.
There was a lot of building in progress at the time of my visit and, clearly, when the work is finished, it will provide a fun, budget hostel, without any frills.
Dear Gudmund, Thank you for your kind review! We’re glad you found your room comfortable and appreciated the private bathroom and wonderful staff. We appreciate your understanding about the ongoing building work and look forward to offering an even better experience once it’s completed. We hope to welcome you back! Best regards, Marija
Dear Gudmund, Thank you for your kind review! We’re glad you found your room comfortable and appreciated the private bathroom and wonderful staff. We appreciate your understanding about the ongoing building work and look forward to offerin… Show more