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Nordic Hostel, hotel in Reykjavík

Located in Reykjavík within 500 metres of Hallgrímskirkja Church and 1.1 km of Solfar Sun Voyager, Nordic Hostel provides rooms with free WiFi.

Comfortable, easygoing, aesthetic environment.
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
152 reviews
Price from
£139.33
per night
Loft - HI Eco Hostel, hotel in Reykjavík

Featuring a lounge, bar and a rooftop terrace with a city view, this eco-hostel is just a few steps away from Laugavegur, Reykjavík's main social hub.

The location was perfect and the balcony.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
1,385 reviews
Price from
£146.33
per night
Dalur - HI Eco Hostel, hotel in Reykjavík

Located 3.5 km from Reykjavik city centre, this eco-certified hostel is beside the geothermally heated Laugardalslaug Swimming Pool.

The receptionist named Linda is amazing! She is very friendly and she gave many good recommendations.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
2,239 reviews
Price from
£119.46
per night
Refurinn Reykjavik Guesthouse, hotel in Reykjavík

Well situated in the Vesturbær district of Reykjavík, Refurinn Reykjavik Guesthouse is set 1.5 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church, 1.6 km from Solfar Sun Voyager and 3.6 km from The Pearl.

The room was comfy and clean. The shared bathroom was nice and it had a washer & dryer. A bonus if you are in the middle of your trip. Free parking was nearby. Appreciated the bag storage.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
1,079 reviews
Price from
£107.58
per night
Student Hostel, hotel in Reykjavík

Central Reykjavik is 10 minutes’ walk from this hostel, which is set on the University of Iceland’s campus. It offers a communal kitchen and free WiFi in common areas.

Close to the city centre , very well equipped kitchen. Recommended
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,099 reviews
Price from
£116.42
per night
Baron's Hostel, hotel in Reykjavík

Baron's Hostel is well set in the centre of Reykjavík, and provides a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

Good location and nice rooms
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
2,637 reviews
Price from
£126.69
per night
B14 Hostel, hotel in Reykjavík

The modern B14 Hostel is 2.8 km from Laugavegur, Reykjavik's main street and offers free WiFi, parking and a well-equipped communal kitchen. Laugardalur Swimming Pool is 2.3 km away.

All good.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
345 reviews
Price from
£84.37
per night
Kex Hostel, hotel in Reykjavík

Set just 250 meters from Laugarvegur shopping street, this central Reykjavik hostel offers guest rooms and dormitory rooms with free Wi-Fi access. Harpa Concert Hall is 1 km away.

Good location, nice bar and fun people will return
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
4,558 reviews
Price from
£114.75
per night
Bus Hostel Reykjavik - Reykjavik Terminal, hotel in Reykjavík

Located in Reykjavík, 2 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, Bus Hostel Reykjavik - Reykjavik Terminal provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

Convenient location near the bus station and not too far from downtown Reykjavik. The shared bathrooms are large and clean, and while our room was a little small it was comfy.
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
2,223 reviews
Price from
£106.13
per night
Hostel B47, hotel in Reykjavík

Situated in Reykjavík, 2.8 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, Hostel B47 features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

The location of the property was very good and nearby to the city centre. The staff was helpful and provided detailed information about our check in and the guidelines to move around the property.
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
5,086 reviews
Price from
£121.67
per night
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Student Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,099 reviews

    Central Reykjavik is 10 minutes’ walk from this hostel, which is set on the University of Iceland’s campus. It offers a communal kitchen and free WiFi in common areas.

    Very comfortable. Good location close to domestic airport.

  • Hostel B47
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 5,086 reviews

    Situated in Reykjavík, 2.8 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, Hostel B47 features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Very clean and quiet. Excellent kitchen favilities

  • Fox Hotel
    Budget options available
    Scored 6.3
    6.3
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 122 reviews

    Conveniently located in the Reykjavík East district of Reykjavík, Fox Hotel is set 2.8 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, 1.2 km from Solfar Sun Voyager and 1 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church.

    Thank you so much! Hopefully next year I can come again :)

  • Holiday Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 6.5
    6.5
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 53 reviews

    Well situated in the Reykjavík East district of Reykjavík, Holiday Hostel is set 2.8 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, 1.2 km from Solfar Sun Voyager and 1 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church.

    Hospitality and kindness of owner Thank you very much!!!

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Reykjavík

  • Nordic Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 152 reviews

    Located in Reykjavík within 500 metres of Hallgrímskirkja Church and 1.1 km of Solfar Sun Voyager, Nordic Hostel provides rooms with free WiFi.

    Amazing staff! Very modern and stylish hostel in the heart of Reykjavík.

  • Baron's Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 2,637 reviews

    Baron's Hostel is well set in the centre of Reykjavík, and provides a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Everything was nice and clean. Supercomfy beds and beatiful kitchen.

  • Refurinn Reykjavik Guesthouse
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,079 reviews

    Well situated in the Vesturbær district of Reykjavík, Refurinn Reykjavik Guesthouse is set 1.5 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church, 1.6 km from Solfar Sun Voyager and 3.6 km from The Pearl.

    Great location, comfy beds, clean, good facilities

  • Loft - HI Eco Hostel
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,385 reviews

    Featuring a lounge, bar and a rooftop terrace with a city view, this eco-hostel is just a few steps away from Laugavegur, Reykjavík's main social hub.

    The bar, social atmosphere, close location to everything

  • Kex Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 4,558 reviews

    Set just 250 meters from Laugarvegur shopping street, this central Reykjavik hostel offers guest rooms and dormitory rooms with free Wi-Fi access. Harpa Concert Hall is 1 km away.

    Good location, nice bar and fun people will return

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Hostels that guests love in Reykjavík

  • Avg. price/night: £153.56
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 2,637 reviews
    This hostel is in a great location. Easy walk to BSI, the main streets and buses. Pool next door. Cheaper restaurants nearby.
    Susanna
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £119.46
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,239 reviews
    Nice budget friendly and clean hostel. Perfect for backpackers
    Gianluca
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £146.33
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,385 reviews
    Incredible service from the staff here. I was in an awkward situation and they spent the time to reaccomodate me in difficult circumstances. It’s always tidy. It’s cosy. It has cool events on. I felt very safe and even at home on this stay. Best hostel in Reykjavík, definitely recommend booking while it’s available.
    Louise
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £137.53
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 4,558 reviews
    Great Location, very popular hostel with travellers from all over the world. Great party hostel vibe, if that’s your thing. Breakfast provided at a cost was excellent. Smooth check in . I would advise if going with friends to book together, otherwise you will not be guaranteed to be sharing a dormitory like in our case. Beds ok does the job.
    Dionne
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £153.56
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 2,637 reviews
    Friendly staff when you actively approach them yourself, room mates and great location. It was clear that they attempt to keep things clean (but given the small amount of bathrooms and large amount of guests, it can get dirty). It’s an Alright budget friendlier option (in terms of Icelandic pricing) for a few nights if you are ok with a very basic hostel experience and out and about most of the time anyway as I was. Rooms were mostly clean
    Lisa
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 5,086 reviews
    Great location ! A 5 minute walk from the main part of the city, friendly staff, our bed was super comfortable and the room itself was lovely and warm! Key code entry system was great too, felt safe and didn’t have to worry about leaving a key somewhere, perfect to stay at if you’re trying to see Iceland on a budget
    Chloe
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £137.53
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 4,558 reviews
    It's a classic backpacker hostel, very well situated, near a supermarket, to the sea and few minutes from center town. I slept in mixed dormitory. All kind of servics are available; it's possible to cook there.
    Mirko Novello
    Group
  • Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 5,086 reviews
    Great location, easy walk from bus station. Clean. Very safe measures with a code to enter each room. Arrived at 2am, easily got in with codes and found bed and towel. Next door to geothermal swimming pool, $8.50, but free for those 67 and older. Good price for hostel in Iceland! Very pleased with my stay.
    Ruth
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £147.11
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,223 reviews
    it was my first time staying in the Hostel for curiousity😄also cheap😅 walking distance to the city and bus stop Klambratum, great location..
    Watts
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 5,086 reviews
    - Very clean, especially considering this is a hostel - Great location, only a few minutes walking to downtown area - Rooms were quite spacious - Nice food and drink selection available at the front desk and very cheap for Icelandic standards - Plenty free parking spaces available - Towels and bed sheets are provided for free
    Philipp
    Group

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