North Star Apartments in Rif - Hostel

On the outskirts of Snæfellsnes National Park in Rif/Ólafsvík — self-catering apartments and hostel-style rooms with fjord views. Minutes from Ingjaldshóll Historic Site and the Maritime Museum; Murals of Hellissandur ~2.3 mi and Snaefellsjökull National Park ~19.9 km are within easy reach.

Nine non-smoking guestrooms and apartments mix simple, functional décor with big views. Each unit has a well-equipped kitchen (stovetop, coffee maker), a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower. Housekeeping is limited and the property uses a self check-in system — perfect for low-key, independent stays.

Free public parking onsite, free Wi‑Fi in public areas, cable TV in rooms, and nearby hiking and biking trails for outdoor days. There are designated smoking areas on the property while all apartments remain non-smoking. Expect uncomplicated comforts and easy access to the peninsula’s sights.

Express check-in and express check-out are offered along with a self check-in system (no staffed reception) — guests receive instructions via email. Free self-parking is available and staff can be contacted in English, German and Russian.

Self-catering setup in every apartment with a stovetop and coffee maker — ideal for cooking after a day exploring the peninsula. Seating areas make it easy to relax with a homemade meal and the fjord view.