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Many guesthouses, rural hotels, hostels and farmer’s lodges, offer sleeping bag accommodation, a truly economic alternative.

Dalvík Ski Area
Dalvík is only a 35 min. drive from Akureyri and has one of the best skiing areas in the country. There is a wide variety of runs suitable for all members of the family, one of the slopes being floodlit and 1,200m long.The area is equipped with a new snow production system which ensures better snow conditions. When conditions permit, a track for cross country skiing is prepared right next to the skiing area. Skis can be rented.Information: Ski Centre: 466-1010 / 867-1606, www.skidalvik.is   
Ósar Hostel
Osar is located on the Vatnsnes Peninsula, 25 km north of road no. 1. In the recent years the hostel has been completely renovated.Ósar ocean beach is full of life. Seals abound and also eider ducks and other birds, and the rock Hvítserkur, which resembles a prehistoric Dinosaur, is within walking distance from the Hostel.  The unspoiled nature, peaceful environment and a variety of recreation opportunities makes Ósar an ideal stop in an Iceland tour. In only about 5 min walk you are in unusually close contact with nature. Here guests can see a number of different birds and one of Iceland´s biggest colonies of seals , swimming only a few meters from the beach.   A superb place for nature lovers
Vogar
Mývatn Campsite is surrounded by dramatic lava formations and offers beautiful views of Hverfjall crater. Located just a short walk from Lake Mývatn, it is an excellent base for exploring the area's unique volcanic landscapes and many natural attractions. Popular destinations such as Dimmuborgir, Mývatn Nature Baths and Grjótagjá Cave are only a few minutes away by car, while hiking trails to Hverfjall and Grjótagjá begin close to the campsite. Facilities The campsite is open year-round and offers facilities for tents, camper vans, motorhomes and caravans. Guests have access to: Heated indoor kitchen and dining area Hot showers (included in the camping fee) Free Wi-Fi Electrical hookups (additional fee) Chemical toilet disposal station Fresh drinking water refill Self check-in Guests can check in by scanning the QR code displayed at the campsite entrance or by using the self-service kiosk. Assistance is available by phone whenever needed. Services Daddi's Pizza, located next to the campsite, serves pizzas made with high-quality Icelandic ingredients. Campsite guests receive a discount on menu pizzas. The campsite also offers an honesty souvenir shop and a laundry service operated by Vogar Travel Service. Rates Camping fees are charged per person, with additional fees for tents, camper vans and caravans. Children under 14 stay free of charge. Electrical hookups are available for an extra fee, and guests staying three consecutive nights receive the fourth night free. Contact For further information or assistance, contact the campsite at +354 464 4399. This number also serves as the campsite's 24-hour emergency contact. 
Tindaöxl Ski Area
Ólafsfjörður offers ideal conditions for winter sports. The neighbouring mountains and valleys offer excellent terrain for snowmobile touring and the environment is particulary well-situated to skiing. In Ólafsfjörður there is one lift, 600 m, well suitable for beginners and professionals alike. Specially laid tracks extent pratically all over the town, and The Ólafsfjörður Skiing Association organises cross-country excursions anround the vicinity. The Tindaöxl skiing area is equipped with ski lifts and excellent slalom tracks. Snowboarding enthusiasts have large pristine areas at their disposal. Refreshments are on offer in the Skiing Association Lodge, wich is also equipped with attic sleeping bag accomodation for up to 25 persons.
Bakkaflöt Travel Service
Bakkaflöt Campsite is a welcoming campsite in Skagafjörður, beautifully situated beside the Svartá River and surrounded by peaceful countryside. Part of a family-run tourism business, it offers a combination of comfortable camping, accommodation and outdoor adventures. The campsite accommodates tents, caravans and motorhomes and features modern facilities including toilets, hot showers, a guest kitchen, electrical hookups and indoor communal areas. Dogs are welcome when kept on a leash. Guests also have access to the on-site restaurant, bar, swimming pool and hot tubs. Bakkaflöt is especially well known for its white-water rafting tours on the East and West Glacial Rivers, which have been offered here since 1994 and are among the most popular adventure activities in North Iceland. Whether you're looking for a peaceful overnight stay or an action-packed getaway, Bakkaflöt is an excellent base for exploring Skagafjörður. 
Grímstunga I
In Grimstunga we have 4 houses. Three of them are with rooms, that share bathrooms, and some have hand basins. Rooms for two, three or four people. Cooking facilities. Sitting rooms with TVs. Free Wi-Fi. The fourth house is in Hólssel, 6 km (3.7 mi) from Grímstunga, by the route Dettifossvegur (route no. 864).There are rooms with En-suite/private bathroom. Reception is at Grímstunga, but breakfast for those staying at Hólssel is served on site. Hólssel is 20 km (12.5 mi) from waterfall Dettifoss.
Akureyri Hostel
Akureyri HI Hostel has been a part of the Hostelling International since it opened 1967. The Hostel has been run by the same family for all these years and they all share the same passion for the Hostel, to welcome travelers from all over the world and make them feel comfortable and enjoying their stay. Accommodation Information The Hostel offers different types of rooms; mixed dorm rooms, single room, twin with and without bath, and group / family rooms for three to six persons. Two fantastic summerhouses in the garden, each house has kitchen, living room and bathroom, each can accommodating eight persons (twin room, four person room and upstairs two beds) plus hot tub is included in the price. We also have a small cabin with three beds, toilet and a sink. All rooms include; reading light over every bed, table & chairs, mirror, TV, hairdryer, free Wi-Fi and pillows & duvets. All rooms come with access to two kitchens that are well equipped for cooking and good dining rooms. There is a TV room with tables, chairs and a sofa. We offer sleeping bag accommodation, bed linen can be provided and made up beds. Laundry is possible at the hostel. There is a big outside area with tables, chairs and BBQ. Akureyri HI Hostel is located in the center of the town, conveniently close to the city center. All places needed are in a walking distance; 10 min walk to the city center, 5 min walk to Glerártorg shopping center, 1 min walk to Bónus supermarket (the cheapest in Akureyri), 5 min to a bakery and 7 min to local’s favorite restaurant. Most of other main attractions of the town are within walking distance. In Akureyri there are city buses that are for free. They go past the Hostel every hour. Akureyri H.I. Hostel is the perfect place to stay on to visit all the pearls that mother nature offers in the North, like Lake Mývatn which is known for its natural beauty – landscape, animals and bird life, Goðafoss one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Iceland, Dettifoss the most powerful waterfall in Europe, Húsavík known as the whale watching town, Ásbyrgi an enclosed canyon, about 3,5 km long and 1,1 km wide, surrounded by cliffs which reach as high as 100 m. Skagafjörður where rafting can be done, Grímsey where people get the change to step over the polar circle line and see all the beautiful bird life. And many other pearls that north Iceland has to offer.
Hveravellir
Hveravellir is one of Iceland’s most popular Oasis in the highlands whether your drive hike or ride the Icelandic horse. The area offers various hiking trails through the wonders of the lava field or nearby spectacular mountain slope. And for those in need of recharging and relaxing just a simple chill in the nature pool followed by a cup of hot chocolate and a slice of cake in the Internet Café might be just the thing.
Hlíð Travel Service
Hlid offers different kind of accommodation: Guesthouse / Hraunbrún: Sleeping bag accommodation in four beds rooms without private bathroom.  Shared well equipped kitchen, dining room, wc and showers. Small huts: Private huts - 6 huts, 5  9m2 each with two beds, facilites - wc and kitchen available 50m away.  Big huts-Apartments:  Summer houses - 50m2, sleeping 6 persons in 2 bedrooms and a sleeping attic, bathroom, kitchen and a livingroom with beautiful vista over the Mývatn area. Hotel rooms:  Guesthouse - 9 double rooms with private facilities. Small lounge for making tea and coffee all day. Camping place:  The Hlíð camping is conveniently located on the northern shore of lake Mývatn, by the village of Reykjahlid. It´s only 5 minutes walk from the Tourist info and supermarket. From the camping there is fantastic view over the lake and the lavafield. We offer good facilities for tents and trailers and electricity is accessible. Warm showers are free of charge for guests and laundry service is available as well. Hlid offers all kinds of entertainment, such as bike rental, playground for children and barbeque.  It´s perfect  to rent a bike for the day and ride around the lake. The distance is 37km, mostly flat road, with great views of the area, lake and birds. There is also the possibility of hiking in the area. There are many different trails, for short or longer walks. We provide you all necessary information for these hikes. There is an information center for tourists in the area that is well worth visiting. There is also a swimming pool, nature baths, golf course , cafés, restaurants and bars.  
Akureyri Backpackers, hostel
Akureyri Backpackers is a hostel, located on the main shopping street of Akureyri. We offer budget accommodation for travelers from all over the world. Our dorms are 4, 6 and 8 bedded and our private rooms host 2-3 persons. You can choose between bringing your own sleeping bag or renting a duvet wrapped in a cozy cover. All our beds come with a clean sheet and a pillow. Toilets are located on every floor and warm showers are accessible 24 hours a day. Well equiped kitchen is available for our guests. On the ground floor you will find our restaurant and booking service where you can enjoy our meals or have a drink. Located on the main street, Akureyri Backpackers gives travelers easy access to others restaurants, cafés, bars, shops etc. The Swimming pool of Akureyri is less then 500 m away. Restaurant Breakfast buffet Guest kitchen WiFi 24 hours warm showers Sauna Ski storage Laundry services Information center  Lockers  Free luggage storage
Dæli Guesthouse
 Dæli Guesthouse (Holiday farm since 1988) offers a variety of accommodation and activities for both groups and the individual traveller, 16 twin/double rooms with private facilities, Cottage "Eyrin",  sleeping accommodation for up to 24 person in 6 small huts and camping ground.  In The Service House you will find a kitchen, a large dining room and WC/showers. Kaffi Sveitó restaurant and bar offers a variety of delicious food and refreshing drinks. Check out our menu for further information.
Sölvanes
We offer cosy accommodation at a fair price on a traditional sheep farm.  The accommodation is available in a renovated older guest house. Fully made-up beds or sleeping bag accommodation. Shared cooking facilities and two bathrooms. Free WiFi  Charging station for electric cars Breakfast as well as dinner with the family featuring local produce can be booked in advance. Farm animals and stable visits - sheep, horses, a cat, dog, rabbit, hens and ducks. Walking tracks and beauty spots in the farmland, along the river Svartá or to the hills above the farm. For a real hike try the summit of Maelifell, Hamraheidi, Molduxi, Tindastoll or travel a bit further to the rural and peaceful valley Austurdalur. Emphasis on a relaxing, family-friendly atmosphere. Close to a horse rental/Old Stable , white water rafting, hand craft sale and a nature bath. Please contact us for more information and bookings.
Hegranes Camping ground
The house is about 270 square meters and can accomodate about 110 persons in seats.  Tables and chairs are available.  The house has four toilets, kitchen with a dishwasher, refridgerator, stove and a coffee maker. The house has mattresses and accommodation license for up to 20 persons. Around the house is a big garden that is the camp site. Rates 2016 Groupcamp site with indoor facilities (included is camp site, indoor facilities and electricity, cleaning costs extra): Weekend:  65.000 krWorking day:  25.000 kr

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Guesthouse Tangahus Bordeyri Borðeyri 500 Staður 849-9852
Guesthouse Langafit Laugarbakki 531 Hvammstangi 451-2987
Stóra-Giljá Ásar 541 Blönduós 845-2684
Guesthouse Hof Austur Húnavatnssýsla 541 Blönduós 452-4077
Stekkjardalur Farm Holidays Stekkjardalur 541 Blönduós 452-7171
Keldudalur Hegranesi 551 Sauðárkrókur 846-8185
Mosar-Reykjaheiði Mountain Hut Brimnes 620 Dalvík 896 3775
Tungnahryggsskáli - Mountain Hut Brimnes 620 Dalvík 896 3775
Heilagsdalur - Ferðafélag Húsavíkur Heilagsdalur 640 Húsavík 894-0872
Hof - Ferðafélag Húsavíkur Hof 640 Húsavík 894-0872
Guesthosue Grímsstaðir Grímsstaðir á Fjöllum 641 Húsavík 464-4292
Guesthouse Kiðagil Barnaskóla Bárðdæla 645 Fosshóll 464-3290
Stóru-Laugar Reykjadal 650 Laugar 464-2990
Guesthouse Eldá / Helluhraun / Birkihraun Helluhraun 15 660 Mývatn 899-6203
Keldunes Keldunes II 671 Kópasker 465-2275