Hostal Viky

Spain , Madrid
MADRID, Calle de Marte, S/N
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100 reviews shown

8/10

Excellent

07 Mar 2026

Abigail

I stayed in the standard area of The Barn as a solo traveler and felt very safe during my stay! I stayed for two nights. Both nights my dorm was full, but the second night I found myself as the only woman with less-than-courteous dorm mates. The Barn staff was helpful in finding me a new dorm, which I really appreciated. I would stay here again.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

29 Dec 2025

Brian

Beautiful property, everything is new and modern. We enjoyed our stay here. Keep in mind, it is a hostel style property and was a little more noisy, even in our private room, as other guests were moving about the hallways and closing doors all night to use the bathroom and such. It was not bad at all, just something that should probably be expected at this type of property. With that being said, we would certainly stay here again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Dec 2025

James

This was an awesome stay in Vik! Great bathrooms/showers (hot water!), nice lounging area. There is a bar which serves drinks which was very helpful!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Nov 2025

Ryan

The room was very clean when we entered, the bathrooms were alright (what you would expect from a hostel), and the shared kitchen had lots of supplies.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Nov 2025

Matthew

Everything. The staff was friendly and helpful, and the whole place was clean top to bottom. Will definitely be back one day.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

14 Nov 2025

Robert

Fun environment, modern feel

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

10 Nov 2025

Dylan

The view and location are gorgeous. Overal,l a very nice hostel

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Nov 2025

Bobby

Very cool hostel. Very well kept. Clean bathrooms. Quiet private rooms. Very well organized shared kitchen.

10/10

Exceptional

17 Oct 2025

Andrea

Beautiful space. Warm, friendly. Great lounge areas - enjoyed a wonderful evening relaxing on the couch with great atmosphere.

Family

8/10

Excellent

15 Oct 2025

Mila

nice

8/10

Excellent

14 Oct 2025

Bing

it was a bit nois at times with other guests.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Oct 2025

adr

All good.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Oct 2025

HAKSOO

Good accommodation.

8/10

Excellent

05 Oct 2025

Elizabeth

The Barn was a great place to stay along our trip, my friend and I shared a double bed in a shared room, only complaint was how hot it got on the top bunk for both of us, otherwise it was not a bad place to stay!
They also have a bar that is open until 11pm and serves a small selection of snacks, like chicken tenders and jalapeño poppers that were perfect when we were out all day and restaurants were closed by the time we got back to town around 10pm

Leisure Friends

4/10

Poor

03 Oct 2025

Leslie

This is a dorm, which is OK, but the organisation is not great. The space in the rooms to have your bag(s), shoes, etc is very, very limited, and not not associated with each bed, so if you arrive late all the spots are taken. The kitchen is too small for the number of guests. Sound echos in the common space and it gets very noisy if there are a few groups all talking at once.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Oct 2025

David

A good night’s stay

10/10

Exceptional

27 Sep 2025

Alicia

The staff was super friendly and helpful.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2025

RANA

Great place would definitely stay there again

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 Sep 2025

Adam

Awesome spot!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Sep 2025

Zeeshan

Neat and tidy. Perfect for one night stay

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

13 Sep 2025

Wanda

A lovely property and one that we wish we could have stayed longer. The views and location are excellent.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2025

Kiralee

Great accommodation!

We loved the location within driving distance of town and beach. The bed was comfortable, room & bathroom were very spacious, and the room was clean and seemed modern.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2025

wilfredo

Cleaned and well-maintained.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

31 Jul 2025

Eli Joe

Quire place to stay and staff friendly

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2025

yuanyuan

I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel. The modern design stood out right away—clean lines, stylish decor, and a thoughtfully designed space that felt both welcoming and functional. Everything from the lobby to the room had a sleek, contemporary vibe that made the experience feel a bit more special. Would definitely stay here again!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jul 2025

Lisa

Great hostel!

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2025

Bess

Great hostel!

The Barn had a wonderful atmosphere! Beautiful lobby and common areas. The kitchen was fully stocked and quite large with a beautiful view through the large window. We would definitely stay here again if in the area!

Partner

4/10

Poor

16 Jul 2025

Nancy

Beautiful, peaceful, quiet location and a view of a glacier and the ocean. Close to Black Sand Beach and Vik amenities. Clean and stylish common areas. Good kitchen although there were no freezers available for guests.
We had a private room. It was clean, but worn out in places. The bed was uncomfortable and sloped to the center as if people only slept in the middle of the bed. The door was very difficult to lock and unlock. The woman working the front desk was not helpful and was curt when asked basic property related questions. It was expensive for what it was.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

09 Jul 2025

Alexandru

Paid a hefty price for a place that has no available receptionist in the morning for checkout and no breakfast. The bar is loud and disturbing to guest rooms. Common bathrooms and kitchen do not make up for the price by any stretch.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2025

Megan

Loved this location and view, would stay again. Good value and great staff

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2025

Sevgi Zeynep

Great value stay at Vik

Great cool hostel & bar with very comfortable beds . The only drawback is that they do not provide lockers

Self

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2025

Rebecca

Beautiful location and hotel, bar was great, close or Vik, would definitely stay here again.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2025

Matthew

Great modern facility with a lovely kitchen and common area

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2025

Jaikanth

Very clean, friendly staff, and fully stocked kitchen. The ambiance is great!

We took a private bedroom room which came with very modern private bath. Little pricey…but same as everywhere in iceland.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

28 Jun 2025

Howard

The staff was helpful and friendly. We had a private room with a shared bath. Not too bad! The views of the bay were great. The communal kitchen was very well equipped and clean.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2025

Neshara

Amazing location, great hotel!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Jun 2025

Paul

Great stay in the en-suite double rooms. Even though the radiator was off, the room was very hot. Other than that, it was an excellent stay.

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2025

MARIA SALUD

Great place. Clean, great location. Like the kitchen . Still private even with shared bathroom.

10/10

Exceptional

27 May 2025

kailee

The Barn is a lovely hostel and I highly recommend if you are wanting to stay in the area! The building is very modern and beautiful on the inside and out. The common area is very large with a huge kitchen and plenty of seating. The rooms are a little small but we were only staying one night so it wasn’t a problem. The bathrooms are spacious and the shower is great. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. There is a gorgeous view of mountains and the beach behind the Barn!

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

19 May 2025

Erik

No thank you

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2025

Sylvia

Beyond clean and beautiful. Vík is 8 minutes away from this hostel. Very friendly and nice! Book it!

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

03 May 2025

Hyesoon

The common kitchen is great. However, watch your head. The ceiling in the double bedroom is low.

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2025

Emma

Double beds in a luxury hotel feeling hostel. Great self catering facilities. Clean and modern.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2025

Olivia

I would recommend

10/10

Exceptional

18 Apr 2025

Thrishma Reddy

It was excellent and very clean. Would recommend.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

17 Apr 2025

Mike

While this Hostel facility was newer, beautifully designed and impeccable, sharing a room with 4 beds with other guests just wasn't for us.
Staff was awesome.
We were supposed to stay 2 nights, but opted for a regular room for night 2.
If you don't mind the hostel experience, then you're good to go!

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

10 Apr 2025

Archer

The views of the fields leading to the ocean are unmatched. It is quiet and dark, if you have a private room.
I would pay the extra money for the quiet and relaxed location. We stayed at another hotel in town on the way back and it was not as restful(intense bright lights all night, noise in the morning and we didn’t get the bed we had requested). The town hotels had breakfast included but I would spend my money on the barn and still make my own breakfast in the communal kitchen or grab a few pastries at the front desk.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Mar 2025

Nuobei

Good Hostel

Pretty good place to stay for a night if your goal is to just find a place to sleep, not a place if you want to enjoy the hotel

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Mar 2025

Kristin

Our March stay was nice. The double room with shared bathroom was comfortable. It was quiet during the quiet hours. The flavoured water at the front was a nice touch. Check in was easy. Plenty of parking available. The downstairs lounge had comfy seats to lounge and hang out in. More guests should use the bath mats provided to keep the shower floors dry. The kitchen area and bathrooms are cleaned daily by staff.

10/10

Exceptional

10 Mar 2025

ashley

Great property with a great bar.

10/10

Exceptional

08 Mar 2025

Adrienne

The perfect place to stay in Vik! Right down the road from black sand beach and a 7 min drive into town! Gorgeous views

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

05 Mar 2025

Jimmy

Hostel was amaizng. Very charming and scenic views.

Easy to travel into local town of Vik. Close to black beach and all other attractions.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Feb 2025

Krystal

Best hostel ever!

Incredibly clean and incredibly accommodating, isolated for lights and all the views! Full bar, great parking! Comfy beds with a great curtain for privacy! Clean showers and bathrooms! Full kitchen, cannot say enough great things about this place!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

17 Feb 2025

Madison

We stayed in a private bed/bath suite and it was amazing! Open and spacious room with great private bathroom. Easy parking on site and 5 mins from black sand beach.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2025

Abigail

Really enjoyed our nights at the Barn, for a hostel the conditions were amazing and it was great having such a good kitchen and dining space to use. Also handy for Vik town and standing out looking for Northern Lights.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

13 Feb 2025

Verified traveler

Good Hostel

The Barn was a very nice pod-style hostel. We stayed in a 6 Bed Dorm. They are double beds with a curtain to separate. The bed is quite comfy, albeit one more pillow would’ve been nice. A shelf within the bed pod would’ve been handy to put items such as phone and other night time essentials. There were a decent amount of toilets, showers, and sinks. There is a kitchen facility upstairs however I did not use it. Everything seemed fairly clean.

One downside for me personally, is that you check in and are assigned your bed. But there is no key card or code to access the dorm room, and there are no lockers for your stuff. So you have to be very trusting. It was okay for us but bear that in mind if you have any valuables or are wary of leaving your belongings.

There is an area with two hairdryers and a big mirror which is ideal for women getting ready. I would suggest however that they add better lighting to this area.

The shower was fine and there are about eight. I would suggest they add in a shelf at the door for your clothing as there are only some hooks.

It can get very noisy, we were in the bed nearest the door to the communal area, and some people do not shut the dorm room door fully (with pressure applied) and therefore everything could be heard from the common area and it was quite loud at times.

Overall, I think this is a nice, modern hostel. We stayed for two nights, but I wouldn’t begrudge staying longer if you needed more time.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

05 Feb 2025

Bridget

We thought the hostel was clean and convenient at an affordable price.

8/10

Excellent

04 Feb 2025

Alyssa

This is a great place to stay if you’re looking to stay by Reynisfjara Beach or Vic. The kitchen is very large with plenty of seatings and the beds very comfortable although I wish the top bunk wasn’t slanted because I kept hitting my head on it. Showers are clean, however are oddly located where you have to go past the lobby with all your belongings. Watch out for rocks on the driveway. Overall good value for what you pay

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

26 Jan 2025

Shreya

Staff was very brisk, but facilities were clean and accessible. Slippers should be sold on site for visitors without their own, or instructions prior to arrival should include a note to bring your own. Given the snowy conditions during my stay, the parking lots should have been cleared a bit for safety if nothing else. Otherwise, a pleasant stay. (Dress down a bit because the heat is turned up very high)

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

25 Jan 2025

Jérémie

Great location to explore Vik and its gorgeous surroundings. A premium hostel, very clean with friendly staff. The kitchen, lobby, and bar are also very spacious and great to meet other travellers. Only minus was the out of order dishwasher in the kitchen. Otherwise, a great accomodation even for travellers looking to have their own private bedroom like us.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jan 2025

Anysia

Super clean!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Jan 2025

Randy

good value for one night stay

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Dec 2024

Arun

Amazing stay. Location is awesome and rooms are also neat and clean. Hot shower is a amazing.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Dec 2024

Haley

The bed was very comfortable and private with the curtains. The upstairs kitchen/common area is a good touch to step away from the bar area. Also got to see the auroras just outside the front door! Overall it was cozy and I was very pleased and would stay here again.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

28 Nov 2024

BELA

The room heater was not working, otherwise the place was good

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Nov 2024

Lara

Great property, great bar. Rooms were big and very nice. Stayed in a private room and it had heated floors.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Nov 2024

Verified traveler

Highly recommend!

Amazing stay at The Barn! The hostel was very new and clean. There was a full kitchen for guests to use, lots of chairs to lounge and relax. Great location and incredible views from the hostel. Was able to see the Northern Lights from the parking lot :)

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Nov 2024

Larissa

Beautiful exterior of the building as well as interior. Nice having the bar there for any finger foods or drinks you may want. Showers were clean and large. My only complaint would be that the room was very small with very limited luggage storage for 4 double beds (8 people)

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Nov 2024

Richard Scott

Nice place

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Nov 2024

Lori

What a lovely place! We had an excellent stay at The Garage. So happy we booked here. Beautiful property and accommodations. Thank you.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Oct 2024

Braden

Nice clean modern hostel

Great stay, modern hostel with very nice kitchen and public areas

6/10

Pleasant

25 Oct 2024

Shayenne

The room is nice and modern. The only thing is that the heater is not sufficient for the room. Bathroom has no heater so is too cold too.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Oct 2024

Jenna

First time staying in a hostel, super clean and tidy. Everything is well kept, nicer than a lot of hotels we stayed in in Iceland. Felt save and other visitors were considerate in our shared room. The only complaint was the heat. The shared bunks have a curtain you pull to keep light out ( lights in the room are always on) but it makes the bunk insufferably hot. Great environment but wouldn’t stay there again based on that alone, woke up sweating throughout the night. A fan in each cubby would make a world of difference (the heat was completely off in the room)

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Oct 2024

Ingrid

This is a hostel but feels like a Scandinavian Lodge and is just gorgeous. Thoughtful design and very user friendly… easy access to black sand beach and just lovely vistas!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

18 Oct 2024

Christina

The property is in a great location. Very short drive to Vik, and the black sand beach, which also has a restaurant. It is also away from lights and we were able to see and get great pictures of the northern lights!! The design is modern and trendy. The bar has great drinks and snacks. Breakfast was delicious. I loved the feel like I was at a friends house hanging out. There are games, cards, books, etc available for use. There is a projection tv that had a soccer game on when we arrived. Lots of places to sit and hang out in the lobby. Room was very comfortable and quiet.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Oct 2024

Diane

We stayed in a private room with a private bath at The Barn outside of Vik for 2 nights on our trip around the ring road in early October. The location is beautiful and is super close to Reynisfjara Beach. Great location for viewing the northern lights which we saw both nights we were there! It was a short drive into the town of Vik. This was our favorite hotel of our entire 2 week trip in Iceland and we would definitely stay there again!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Oct 2024

Mark

Very remote. Enjoyed the fact it is so isolated, gives me a feeling of serenity. How it feels to be alone in iceland as I walk around the property without to fear for any predator wild animals. I would recommend it. Thank you!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 Oct 2024

Taleah

This one our one Iceland stay we were kinda dreading as we were nervous about staying in a hostel with so many others. We were shocked by this beautiful place and wished we could've spent more nights here! Beds were very comfy and clean, bathrooms, showers, and sinks were all clean and designed especially for this type of stay. The kitchen was crowded, but appeared to be well stocked. No complaints - this place is clean and safe with respectful guests all trying to save a little money and explore this beautiful country!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Sep 2024

Alexandra

We saw the northern lights outside of our room!! The room was wonderful and staff was very kind.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

25 Sep 2024

Yan

second floor had so many rooms, but only 2 bathroom to share. and they all have showers in the same room as the toilet.
which means if 2 people are showering, you can't even use the bathroom on the same floor as your room.
The sinks inside the 2 bathrooms and outside are all extremely small. This is for sharing. but their sink size is probably smaller than some of the hotel's sink that we had in our own room.

The bathroom had no shampoo. not even conditioner. The room itself was tiny and slanted. on our 1 week trip in iceland, this hotel was the most not worth the money. we have paid like $100 less for something better in other area.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

24 Sep 2024

Larissa

Stayed 2 nights here in a room with the private bathroom. It very well exceeded my expectations. Easy check in, kind staff, lovely bar. The locks/handles were confusing at first but I learned very fast! Location was great for me, I like being tucked away.. town is only about 7 min away. I was able to catch the northern lights here which was AMAZING. There’s plenty of parking but it can fill up quick at night even then I found a close spot so I have zero complaints. 10/10. Out of a week stay in Iceland I would say this was my favorite.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

23 Sep 2024

Shonda

Hostel had a nice little bar with a great happy hour. WiFi was a bit iffy in the apartment where we were staying.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2024

Kelly

Upscale Accomodation

This is the hostel that makes you want to be a solo traveler. The property was very nice, new, and had a modern feel. I'd love to come back and spend more time there!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Sep 2024

erica

This is an adorable hostel. Great kitchen area. We stayed in a private room with a shared bathroom which as adults we were a bit concerned about but ended up being no issue. The only issue was how loud the keys/doors are when people are coming and going from their rooms. Maybe if they are ever going to upgrade their door locking systems, make them quieter.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Sep 2024

Bin

It is a big place so lots of people and the kitchen is busy and noisy. Not a down side but just what it is.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Sep 2024

Emily

Beautiful hostel

10/10

Exceptional

18 Sep 2024

Lindsay

Very clean space with everything you would need. Was glad there was an abundance of private showers and bathrooms to use. The dining and kitchen space was also great and spacious.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Sep 2024

Arthur

The location being right next to the black sand beach and an 8 minutes drive to Vík made this very convenient to end the day.

The bunk beds to the shared bedroom were full-double in size and the thick curtains were nice to get some privacy and block light.

Kitchen was equipped adequately.

Everything was clean, no big complaints!

A laundry room/service would’ve been nice, but there wasn’t one as far as I know.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

11 Sep 2024

Petrus

We had a room with private bathroom, which the Barn doesn't even show on their own website.
The room was nice, but the heating was turned off when we arrived. Once we figured out how to turn it on, it took long for the room to warm up.
Other than that, it was a nice middle ground between the hostel and the luxury suites (\"black beach suites\").

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Sep 2024

Arvin Charles

Excellent location for a hostel. Didn't stay in the dorms, but the rooms punch way above their weight and exceeded expectations.

Love the proximity to Vik & Reynisfjara beach.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Sep 2024

Faheem

We enjoyed our stay at The Barn. We spent a lot of our time in the common guest area due to some office work, and we found it quite pleasant. The shared bathrooms and showers were clean and well-maintained. However, the sleeping arrangements were a bit challenging for us, especially for me as I am not used to tight spaces. Despite this, we look forward to staying here again on our next trip to Iceland.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Sep 2024

Vitaliy

Very nice for its money

10/10

Exceptional

05 Sep 2024

Verified traveler

Cleanest hostel I've ever stayed in! Showers and bathroom area were incredible. The other guests were quiet and polite. We enjoyed playing Icelandic jenga (tummple) in the lobby! Only complaint was that the guest kitchen was quite crowded but that only means that the space is well-used and well-equipped. Would stay again!

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

04 Sep 2024

Sam

Very clean and comfortable. Bar area was a plus

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

03 Sep 2024

Jahaida

Choices are limited in the area. This one is convenient and impeccable. Welcoming staff can be improved in their customer service skills, had none.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Sep 2024

Michael

Very nice place in a beautiful setting. Clean and spacious facility. I’d stay there again.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

13 Aug 2024

Tim

Close to beach
Modern
Great view

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Aug 2024

JANET

Beautiful clean accommodations great location

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2024

Krystle

The Barn was our second place we stayed in Iceland, and it was superb! The king room was spacious and clean as well as very modern! I loved the shower and all of the lighting and especially the covers that could be brought down to reduce the light from the windows and doors. The staff was amazing and laundry service was also worth it! We played games and drank at the bat and it was a happy and overall fun experience!

Leisure

2/10

Poor

25 Jul 2024

Rose

There are unknown black dirt on our bed linens when we arrived. We felt itchy after sleeping for one night.
There is only a rain shower but no movable shower head in the shower (though there is a holder for the shower head). Just shows how little efforts they made in this place.
The room is insanely cold. The heater is too small for the high ceiling.