Kopasker HI Hostel — Hotel in Iceland

We stayed here for three nights and were impressed by the place as it was spotless. The hostel appeared to be divided into two buildings but we were in the one facing the sea. On the same road as the hostel there is The Kopasker Earthquake Centre which unfortunately for us opens only in Summer. Hostel had four bedrooms two of which were four bedded and the other two being two bedded, two bathrooms one consisting of shower and toilet whilst the other had shower, bath and toilet. The lounge/kitchen area was very spacious airy with a large window overlooking the open sea with a lighthouse in the distance. It had television, DVD, large selection of books in Icelandic, microwave, cooker, fridge and freezer and a really well equipped kitchen in terms of crockery and utensils. Adjoining the kitchen is a small laundry room with a vacuum cleaner, washing machine and outside washing line if required. All towels and linen were provided by owner. Pricewise we paid 12000 ISK (Euro 75) for the room per night with the price being reduced on night number two. Around 200metres down the road towards the harbour area is the local village shop where groceries...

This hostel and in particular Benedikt our host has been just wonderful. If you really want to understand Iceland and its people, stay for a couple of days in one place, get the spirit, talk to the people and see how they manage life in remote areas. This cozy place in Kopasker and lovely Benedikt offers it all.|We certainly will come back.|Do not forget to visit the Earthquake center across the street, the Folk museum near the church and the beautiful Lighthouse. The only supermarket is meeting place for everybody, good selection of all you need and great place to chat...

This hostel has small rooms, shared bathrooms, small kitchen, and a large common area. The rooms are well organized with shelves and a desk. The bed was comfortable. The bathroom was clean. The kitchen is quite small, but there was room to prepare our dinner even though we were sharing with one other person. The common area is filled with tables, comfortable seating, and lots of books. The location is quiet because the village is small. The hostel was quiet because there were not many other guests. We enjoyed...