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Nordic Hostel

Reykjavík 101, Reykjavík

Nordic Hostel is well located in Reykjavík, and features a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

S
Sarah
From
United States
Everything was perfect, the entire staff was so helpful and courteous, I can't think of one negative thing to say, other than the front door is a bit hard to find (but that's probably only a me problem)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 903 reviews
Price from
$132.46
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel B47

Reykjavík 101, Reykjavík

Located in Reykjavík, 1.6 miles from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, Hostel B47 has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

J
Joy
From
Kuwait
We had a problem with the room heater which was not switching off. But the host promptly provided us with a second room. In the same hostel we had one more booking after completing the Ring road trip. We opted payment at location but before some day of our stay, the hostel tried to get the payment but was rejected as by credit card is pin locked. Since my payment was rejected due to pin locked my booking was cancelled and I have to book another room at the last moment. This situation give us tension or nothing on us. Please look into this type of situation. Booking.com should also take care
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,050 reviews
Price from
$124.58
1 night, 2 adults

Refurinn Reykjavik Guesthouse

Vesturbær, Reykjavík

In a prime location in the Vesturbær district of Reykjavík, Refurinn Reykjavik Guesthouse is located a 17-minute walk from Hallgrímskirkja Church, one mile from Solfar Sun Voyager and 2.3 miles from...

K
Kathy
From
United States
My favorite place to stay in Reykjavik! I spent almost two weeks there and had to keep changing the dates, etc., due to travel conflicts. I was accommodated by the owners immediately and with zero issues. The rooms are super clean, the kitchen is perfect AND there’s a washer & dryer! I barely heard any other guests - everyone was respectful of being quiet at night, etc. I will definitely stay here on my future trips (this was my 6th trip to Iceland). It beats all the overpriced hotels in the area. Perfect location to walk anywhere in the city and a super quick walk to the harbor, restaurants and grocery stores.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,147 reviews
Price from
$157.92
1 night, 2 adults

KEX Hostel and Hotel

Reykjavík 101, Reykjavík

Set just 820 feet from Laugarvegur shopping street, this central Reykjavik hostel offers guest rooms and dormitory rooms with free Wi-Fi access. Harpa Concert Hall is 0.6 mi away.

m
mohamed
From
Morocco
Nice hostel with beautiful bar
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,537 reviews
Price from
$130.05
1 night, 2 adults

Bus Hostel Reykjavik

Reykjavík East, Reykjavík

Located in Reykjavík, 1.2 miles from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, Bus Hostel Reykjavik provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

P
Paresh
From
Italy
Cleanliness, comfortable & easily accessible to visit every tourist location.!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,750 reviews
Price from
$134.03
1 night, 2 adults

Loft - HI Eco Hostel

Reykjavík 101, 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.

R
Rose ann
From
United Arab Emirates
amazing location, has lift, clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,720 reviews
Price from
$224.33
1 night, 2 adults

Student Hostel

Reykjavík 101, Reykjavík

Student Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Reykjavík. This 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, an ATM and free WiFi.

F
FemaleTravelerfromTurkey
From
Finland
It's a fantastic place at a fantastic location, totally recommend! Pillows and beds are comfy, toilet and kitchen are spotless. Common area is very cosy. Great value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,304 reviews
Price from
$187.65
1 night, 2 adults

Dalur - HI Eco Hostel

Reykjavík East, Reykjavík

Located 2.2 mi from Reykjavik city center, this eco-certified hostel is beside the geothermally heated Laugardalslaug Swimming Pool.

A
Alexandru
From
Romania
Nice guests, clean, close to city.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,580 reviews
Price from
$152.73
1 night, 2 adults

Lækur Hostel

Reykjavík East, Reykjavík

Located in Reykjavík, Lækur Hostel features a terrace, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

V
Valeriia
From
Slovakia
Good place for its price. Highly recommend to visit a bar downstairs:)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 392 reviews
Price from
$118.60
1 night, 2 adults

B14 Hostel

Reykjavík East, Reykjavík

The modern B14 Hostel is 1.7 mi from Laugavegur, Reykjavik's main street and offers free WiFi, parking and a well-equipped communal kitchen. Laugardalur Swimming Pool is 1.4 mi away.

N
Nada
From
Egypt
The service was excellent and the cleanliness of the place was outstanding
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 490 reviews
Price from
$116.12
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,049 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,750 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,537 reviews

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Avg. price/night: $137.36
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,823 reviews
This hostel is in a great location. Easy walk to BSI, the main streets and buses. Pool next door. Cheaper restaurants nearby.
Guest review by
Susanna
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $126.74
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,581 reviews
Nice budget friendly and clean hostel. Perfect for backpackers
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Guest
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $209.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,720 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.
Guest review by
Louise
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $130.05
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,537 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.
Guest review by
Dionne
Travelers with friends
Avg. price/night: $137.36
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,823 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
Guest review by
Lisa
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $125.11
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,049 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
Guest review by
Chloe
Travelers with friends
Avg. price/night: $130.05
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,537 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.
Guest review by
Mirko Novello
Group
Avg. price/night: $125.11
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,049 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.
Guest review by
Ruth
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $118.16
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,750 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..
Guest review by
Watts
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $125.11
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,049 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
Guest review by
Philipp
Group