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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
Sophia
From
New Zealand
Lovely hostel, comfortable beds and nice common areas
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 950 reviews
Price from
US$102.36
1 night, 2 adults

Baron's Hostel

Reykjavík 101, Reykjavík

Baron's Hostel is well set in Reykjavík, and features a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

S
Shiddiq Muhammad
From
Indonesia
Almost everything, the room was very comfortable. It consists of 2 bunk beds (4 beds in total). Pretty spacious. Peaceful & quiet. Very good price. (Private room is also available) The kitchen & common room is pretty well-equipped. And also very spacious. The place is super clean. They clean it everyday. The WC & shower room is very nice. The location is very good, easy to walk to almost anywhere. Very close to the church (Hallgrimkirkja), you can even see the church from the common room. The breakfast was great & generous. The staffs (Ming Ming & Her Husband) was super helpful and nice. IF you are lucky enough, you can see aurora borealis (northern lights) just exactly outside the hostel's balcony!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,794 reviews
Price from
US$152.57
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel B47

Reykjavík 101, Reykjavík

Situated in Reykjavík, 2.5 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, Hostel B47 features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

C
Cristina
From
Romania
We spent few days in the hostel and it was always clean with a well equipped kitchen. It’s also very well placed, 5 min walking to the church and the city center. The staff is very nice and helpful. It also has a free parking lot.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,017 reviews
Price from
US$120.34
1 night, 2 adults

Refurinn Reykjavik Guesthouse

Vesturbær, 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.

K
Katja
From
Finland
Location, a sink in the room, possibility to make coffee and tea in the room, a possibility to wash clothes
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,153 reviews
Price from
US$157.25
1 night, 2 adults

KEX Hostel and Hotel

Reykjavík 101, 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.

S
Serik
From
Kazakhstan
I loved the hostel, felt very comfortable,
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,464 reviews
Price from
US$126.03
1 night, 2 adults

Bus Hostel Reykjavik

Reykjavík East, Reykjavík

Located in Reykjavík, 1.9 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, Bus Hostel Reykjavik provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

A
Ashfaq Attar
From
Kuwait
Fantastic place to stay for solo person … great value of money
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,863 reviews
Price from
US$129.47
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.

K
KF
From
United Kingdom
Great vibe. Nice hangout area, excellent location if you are booking tours as you wander 2 minutes down the road for the bus pickup stand. Beds were nice (no cutrains though). Bar is also good with deals throughout the week to lessen the cost of expensive incredible rejkavik.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,719 reviews
Price from
US$213.24
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.

M
Mary
From
Ireland
Spotlessly clean. Pleasant and helpful staff. Very comfortable bed. Good shower.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,300 reviews
Price from
US$180.53
1 night, 2 adults

Dalur - HI Eco Hostel

Reykjavík East, Reykjavík

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

M
Marc
From
Kazakhstan
Everything was perfect! Free wifi in all rooms works fine.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,581 reviews
Price from
US$147.47
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.

O
Orsolya
From
Germany
The accommodation is perfectly located, very clean. The view is beautiful. Late arrivals are also very well organized. Very good communication with the host! Very good value for money. Everything went perfectly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 388 reviews
Price from
US$94.49
1 night, 2 adults
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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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
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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, 3,863 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,464 reviews

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Avg. price/night: US$126.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,794 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$147.47
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: US$213.24
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,719 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$115.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,464 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
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$126.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,794 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$113.27
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,017 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
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$115.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,464 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: US$113.27
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,017 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$122.85
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,863 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$113.27
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,017 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