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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.

X
XIANGCHENG
From
China
I was lucky to stay in this hostel which just opened two weeks ago. Everything is new. The room is very private and comfortable. What surprised me was that the room was very quiet all day long without any noise. The lobby is also very comfortable and cozy. There are many toilets and there is plenty of time and hot water for showering. The kitchen is not only clean but also equipped with all the kitchen utensils. I am also very grateful to a Chilean employee who is very enthusiastic and cheerful and helped us a lot.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 888 reviews
Price from
$133.19
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, 5,049 reviews
Price from
$124.71
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...

J
Jing
From
Denmark
clean bathrooms and good location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,147 reviews
Price from
$158.09
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.

A
Alberto Orozco
From
Mexico
Location, building, decor, organization
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,551 reviews
Price from
$130.19
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.

D
Debbie
From
United States
So convenient to everything especially that the buses run from there!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,710 reviews
Price from
$134.76
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.

C
Corissa
From
Malta
Location was amazing 😍 hostel was friendly and super clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,716 reviews
Price from
$221.11
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.

V
Victoria
From
Israel
The location was perfect and included free parking. All shared facilities were very clean and there was everything you need to cook in the shared kitchen.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,301 reviews
Price from
$188.69
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.

S
Svetlana
From
Italy
Self checking is awesome! Female dorm has private bathroom and shower
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,574 reviews
Price from
$158.45
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.

A
Abu Rmeileh
From
Jordan
The property was close to everything a supermarket, ice cream shop and the biggest swimming pool in Reykjavik also near a bus stop, it was clean an comfortable and the owner is very helpful and nice
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
Price from
$118.73
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.

A
Aliyah
From
Saudi Arabia
Very clean! Kitchen well equipped!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 485 reviews
Price from
$116.24
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.

Most booked hostels in Reykjavík and surrounding area in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Reykjavík

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,147 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Reykjavík

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Reykjavík

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,716 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Reykjavík

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 891 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Reykjavík

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 485 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Reykjavík

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,574 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Reykjavík

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,827 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Reykjavík

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,049 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Reykjavík

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,710 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Reykjavík

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,551 reviews

FAQ about hostels in Reykjavík

Hostels that guests love in Reykjavík

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  • Avg. price/night: $137.51
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,827 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: $152.90
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,574 reviews
    Nice budget friendly and clean hostel. Perfect for backpackers
    Guest review by
    Guest
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $229.46
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,716 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: $130.19
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,551 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: $137.51
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,827 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: $116.88
    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: $130.19
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,551 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: $116.88
    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: $138.35
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,710 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: $116.88
    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