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Paradise Cave Hostel & Guesthouse

Paradise Cave Hostel is a cozy guesthouse on Iceland’s South Coast, perfectly located near glaciers, Seljalandsfoss waterfall, and the breathtaking Thorsmork region. An ideal base to explore and experience the beauty of Iceland. 

Your Perfect Getaway Awaits

In the Middle of Iceland’s Peaceful Nature

Tucked beneath ancient cliffs and just steps away from Iceland’s iconic Seljalandsfoss waterfall, Paradise Cave Hostel is an affordable hostel guesthouse on the South Coast of Iceland, ideal for travelers seeking a peaceful stay close to nature. Surrounded by dramatic landscapes, lush meadows, and our very own hidden gem, Drífandi waterfall in the backyard, you’ll wake up to the sound of nature and the fresh air of the south coast.

Whether you’re exploring black sand beaches, vast glaciers, or heading toward the stunning Thorsmork area, our guesthouse offers the perfect base. With cozy private rooms, a shared dorm, and breakfast included, we provide a comfortable and welcoming stay in an ideal location to explore the South Coast of Iceland. 

FEEL AT HOME

Feel at Home on Iceland’s South Coast

Located just steps from Seljalandsfoss, our hostel guesthouse on the South Coast of Iceland offers cozy private rooms and dorms designed with clean Nordic style and a warm, homey feel. Ideal for travelers looking for a comfortable stay near waterfalls and glaciers, with everything you need in one place.

Start Your Journey Here

Now go explore!

Paradise Cave Hostel is an affordable hostel guesthouse ideally located on the South Coast of Iceland, making it the perfect base to explore nearby glaciers, waterfalls, and black sand beaches. Whether you’re visiting Seljalandsfoss or heading toward Thorsmork, everything is within easy reach. 

Start Your Journey Here

Now go explore!

Paradise Cave Hostel is an affordable hostel guesthouse ideally located on the South Coast of Iceland, making it the perfect base to explore nearby glaciers, waterfalls, and black sand beaches. Whether you’re visiting Seljalandsfoss or heading toward Thorsmork, everything is within easy reach. 

Meet the Locals

The faces behind the falls

Paradise Cave Hostel is a locally run guesthouse on Iceland’s South Coast, offering a more personal and authentic stay. As a hostel close to Seljalandsfoss and surrounded by nature, we love sharing local tips, hidden spots, and helping guests experience the best of the region.

You are in SAFE HANDS on Iceland’s South Coast

At Paradise Cave Hostel, we offer a comfortable and affordable hostel guesthouse experience on the South Coast of Iceland. Each room, whether private or shared, is thoughtfully prepared with clean linens, cozy touches, and access to shared bathrooms and a guest kitchen.

Located near Seljalandsfoss and surrounded by Iceland’s stunning natural landscapes, our guesthouse is the perfect place to relax after a day exploring waterfalls, glaciers, and nearby attractions like Thorsmork. Come back to a peaceful space where you can recharge and feel right at home. 

Scenic landmark views
Breakfast included
Free WiFi
Hot showers
Heating in all rooms
Guest kitchen access
Private & family rooms
Free on-site parking
Non-smoking hotel
Tour & local guidance
Shared lounge area
Multilingual staff

Explore the Best of Iceland’s South Coast

Step outside and discover the best of Iceland’s South Coast, just moments from our hostel guesthouse. Ideally located near Seljalandsfoss and surrounded by waterfalls, glaciers, and scenic hiking trails, Paradise Cave Hostel is the perfect base for your adventure.

From exploring black sand beaches to visiting the breathtaking Thorsmork area or chasing the Northern Lights, every direction offers something unforgettable.

Real stories, real people

We love our guests, and they love us too! Here are some of our guests shared experiences with us!
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Anna Lisa R
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Una notte da sogno in Islanda Abbiamo soggiornato una notte con il mio gruppo di SiVola. Un ostello speciale, immerso nella natura, pulitissimo e molta la cura per i dettagli. La sera abbiamo avuto la possibilità di cucinare. Letto e cuscino molto comodo. C'è una lavastoviglie. Ci tornerò sicuramente! GRAZIE <3
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Good spot. Clean bedroom, bathroom, and nice people! Breakfast good too! First time hostel experience was good. Pleasantly surprised with the atmosphere and people as I had never stayed in a hostel before and I had visions of only people in their 20"s there. I was wrong thankfully! A good mix of solo, couples and families. Just did a one night stay. Pizza offered for dinner was worth it, along with a beverage option. Room was clean and quiet. We got a private room with just the two beds for us. Bathrooms worked, we never had to wait long. The people working there even gave us insight on the second waterfall nearby so we went back and saw that. The one down side was that apparently the utility company was working in the area, which meant power was off from maybe midnight until 7 am. That would have been okay BUT apparently the alarm system or the internet in the hostel or something was set up with some kind of beeping alarm when power goes off. The dang thing was beeping incessantly, waking us up all night. Nobody with authority seemed around to turn to to make it stop. Picture stumbling around in the wee hours with other guests, by the light of our phone flashights, trying to find and stop the beeping! Really not a good thing. Shutting the hallway door helped dim it a bit. Everything else was fine. Easy to find near the waterfalls. Good breakfast. Quiet place. You take your shoes off right inside the door, so bring some indoor slippers or something. I would recommend it, just don't be there if the power goes out!
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Christine D
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Un très bel hébergement ! En bord de route n°1 et pourtant très calme, cet hébergement est très bien rénové, accueillant, propre, confortable. Menu simple du restaurant le soir mais très bon et abordable. Bon buffet petit déjeuner varié. Beaucoup à découvrir et randonner alentour, on aurait aimé y rester plus longtemps mais nous n'avions prévu que 2 jours dans ce secteur.
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Drapsag
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Convivial mais pas oppressant Incroyablement convivial, sans our autant être oppressant. Au milieu des terres islandaises, c'est le lieux idéal pour passer la nuit à voir des aurores boréales ou partir en randonnée autour des sublimes cascades alentours. En bref je recommande fortement.
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Laura Klos
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Great place to stay I stayed here for one night in the shared sleeping room. i had a lovely time, and felt very welcome by the staff. in the evening i joined them for some homemade lamb soup, and in the morning i had breakfast. I enjoyed all the food, and the bed was comfortable as well. Thank you so much!
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Giulia F
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Ostello molto bello! Abbiamo soggiornato una notte in questo carinissimo ostello. Partiamo dall’ esterno: una bellissima cascata sullo sfondo dell’ ostello, le pecore che pascolano nel parco, pace e tranquillità. Ci siamo sentiti subito a casa. Personale disponibile e molto accogliente, camere e bagni pulitissimi e in ordine. Siamo stati accolti con una torta di mele di benvenuto (buonissima) e bevande calde. Abbiamo cenato nell’ ostello e le zuppe erano buonissime!! Non da meno la colazione, completa e molto molto buona. Gli ambienti sono giovani, ben arredati e accoglienti! Questo ostello ci resterà nel cuore! Super consigliato a tutti
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Daniel M
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Hostello eccezzionale Uno hostello veramente da serie A. Posto fantastico e si respira un clima famigliare contornato da un panorama mozzafiato. Fare una tappa al paradise cave è d'obbligo. Ci ritornero con molto piace Lo consiglio a tutti
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Mrlxp
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Le lieu du moment Si vous passez dans le coin, c'est l'endroit où vous arrêter. L'accueil est charmant et le lieu l'est tout autant. La cascade derrière la maison est un plus pour la vue 😊 Le lieu à une ambiance familiale, on se sent comme chez soi. Et la cuisine du chef est bonne 😋
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Magnifico y Acojedor alojamiento Extraordinario y super acojedor alojamiento. Lucia, muy amable anfitriona nos dió la bienvenida y nos explicó el funcionamiento del hostel. Las habitaciones muy comodas, duchas y baños compartidos muy amplios y completos. Lo mejor sin duda fur la comida para cenar con sopa de cordero exquisita! Recomendable 100%
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Chiara Bonanzi
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Fantastica location! Il posto è magico, in posizione strategica e in prossimità di una cascata; pulito e accogliente, possibilità di assaggiare la cucina locale ma anche cibi vegani. Arredato con gusto e cura dei minimi dettagli. Mi sono sentita a casa grazie all'accoglienza di Lucia e del suo staff! Grazie! Chiara
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Familiäres Guesthouse, wir kommen gerne wieder ☺ Sehr nette Gastgeber, wir haben uns sofort absolut wohl gefühlt. Es gab auch abends die Möglichkeit eine KLeinigkeit zu essen. Frühstück war in Ordnung, alles da was man braucht.
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Jamie
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Bien
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David
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super hotel, très acceuillant, pratique et bien placé ☺ arrivée très pratique en bord de route. la dame à l'accueil parlait français et été très gentille. les gateaux offerts de bienvenue. chambres spacieuses, bons lits et bons repas sur place ☹ un peu cher
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Ngozi
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Fantastic hideaway, great location, friendly staff and you simply cannot beat a free breakfast! ☺ The location is great, near Seljalandsfoss and literally right off of route 1, so it’s very easy to find. The staff I met were very warm and friendly, especially the tall, ginger-haired Italian man (I forgot your name, sorry). It was nice being welcomed by warm people in such a cold environment. The location has a quiet beauty about it. There’s a small waterfall behind the house, and hearing that while being underneath the stars was magical. On a clear night you will probably have a good chance of Aurora sighting, since there isn’t much light pollution to speak of. The prices were very reasonable considering the amenities provided, especially when you factor in that breakfast is included. I stayed in the dorm room, which was well laid out and spacious, with privacy curtains between the beds. It was really warm there which was nice. The showers also heated up really quickly, which I appreciated considering the temperatures outside. There’s a designated area near the entrance where you must leave your shoes. There are plenty of toilets throughout, but plan your showers as there can be a wait during busier times. The complimentary coffee and teas are a really nice touch! I also thought it was really sweet that the staff had prepared a welcome cake for guests the night I arrived. Overall a great place to stay. ☹ Some of the showers could use some updating, but it seemed like this was already in progress.
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Tua
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A Good Place for A Group of Friends ☺ The staffs were nice and very helpful. The room was nice and smelled good; with soft, comfortable and warm blanket and mattress. There was a kitchen on the second floor for making snacks or hot drinks after dinner. ☹ There were small number of choices for breakfast
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Monika
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Excepcional
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Jana
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Excepcional
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Nuria
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Excepcional ☺ Amabilidad del dueño Ubicación Muy limpio y cómodo Muy amigable todo ☹ Me gustó todo
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Fantástico ☺ Das Personal war überaus freundlich und sehr hilfsbereit das Frühstück war gut mit guter Auswahl Sehr saubere Zimmer und die Gemeinschaftseinrichtungen waren mehr als ausreichend Sehr gute Lage um Aurora Borealis zu beobachten und zu fotografieren Nicht alle Gäste halten sich an die Hausordnung
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Francesco
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Excepcional
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Federica Pietroniro
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alloggio molto carino, pulito e ben fornito
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Alloggio molto carino e pulito, super organizzato con tutto l’occorrente. La posizione è isolata dai centri abitati, questo permette un’ottima visuale del cielo che in condizioni ottimali è costellato e il buio permette un’ottima visuale sia delle stelle che dell’aurora boreale.
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Eines der besten Hostels, freundlicher Empfang, sehr einladend und gutes Morgen essen.
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We stayed here for four nights with my boyfriend and loved it. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, making us feel at home. The hostel is surrounded by beautiful nature, close to waterfalls and scenic spots, perfect for relaxing together after long days exploring.
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Brilliant
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Fantastic experience! Lovely people Nice cake 🙃
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A beautiful spot with a small waterfall nearby, where you can see the northern lights at night.
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El lugar es precioso, todo muy limpio, ordenado, con los servicios necesarios, cama muy cómoda, el precio ajustado a cada tipo de habitación. La única cosa que me hizo sentir incómoda sucedió después de mi llegada, en la cena, había elegido la opción de cena que me ofrecieron y cuando me senté a comer, me cobraron de forma inmediata, no había ni siquiera tomado la primera cucharada de mi sopa... pensé que era una práctica habitual, pero minutos después, vi que a una mesa de 4 personas le cobraron solo al finalizar su comida... No sé a qué se debió está distinción, si le di la impresión de no tener dinero para pagar, si iba salir corriendo apenas terminara mi plato (aún cuando llegué ahí para dormir, no solo para cenar)... En fin, ese tipo de cosas que no sabes por qué ocurren, pero que te dejan un mal sabor de boca.
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Anaïs at the reception was super kind and welcoming! Great breakfast, good coffee machine, and cozy atmosphere. Definitely recommend for budget travelers