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Nordic Hostel, hotel in Hafnarfjördur

Nordic Hostel is well located in the centre of Reykjavík, and provides a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

Excellent location and beautiful room with incredible bathrooms. Loved the bar of the evening. Very kind staff who helped me figure out how to use the keycode for my door and helped me when I kept getting lost in the corridors
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
277 reviews
Price from
£131.07
1 night, 2 adults
Loft - HI Eco Hostel, hotel in Hafnarfjördur

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.

Nice lobby and kitchen
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
1,433 reviews
Price from
£158.10
1 night, 2 adults
Dalur - HI Eco Hostel, hotel in Hafnarfjördur

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

I like that I don't have to check in at the reception
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
2,330 reviews
Price from
£100.61
1 night, 2 adults
Refurinn Reykjavik Guesthouse, hotel in Hafnarfjördur

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.

Very good location, clean apartment.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
1,114 reviews
Price from
£106.10
1 night, 2 adults
Student Hostel, hotel in Hafnarfjördur

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.

Comfortable, clean, and close to everything. Friendly staff.
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,108 reviews
Price from
£120.79
1 night, 2 adults
Bus Hostel Reykjavik - Reykjavik Terminal, hotel in Hafnarfjördur

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.

location is convenient.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
2,542 reviews
Price from
£110.01
1 night, 2 adults
Baron's Hostel, hotel in Hafnarfjördur

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

At a very good location, near to the center and Public geothermal swimming pool. The facilities of the hostel was amazinf and also the staff was great :) I really recommend.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
2,955 reviews
Price from
£124.95
1 night, 2 adults
B14 Hostel, hotel in Hafnarfjördur

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.

the staff and house keeping was really good
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
371 reviews
Price from
£83.22
1 night, 2 adults
Kex Hostel, hotel in Hafnarfjördur

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 vibe good value
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
4,548 reviews
Price from
£106.52
1 night, 2 adults
SM Hostel, hotel in Hafnarfjördur

Situated in Reykjavík and with Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach reachable within 2 km, SM Hostel features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

Perfect place to stay. Thanks to Mr Yusuf for the warm hospitality and all the support.
Scored 5.9
5.9
Rated okay
Above average
766 reviews
Price from
£74.15
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.

Hostels that guests love in Hafnarfjördur

  • Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 84 reviews
    This is my favorite hostel. It is cozy and comfortable. The kitchens are great. The staff is so helpful and friendly. I would stay here every time I come to Iceland if it worked out.
    Bloch
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £82.38
    Scored 5.7
    5.7
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 21 reviews
    The price was very affordable. I picked it from the internet and expected a hotel, but it was more like a hostel. The room was clean and bedding fine, but it felt like my friend and I were sleeping in a closet (no windows; if we closed the door, it felt somewhat claustrophobic and very warm!). It was quiet and dark, so that part was great. We were kind of stranded at the Rekyvakik airport and you came and picked us up and then took us to Keflavik airport the next day. We appreciated that very much!
    Eileen
    Group
  • Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 84 reviews
    The location is in a really great part of town. Right next to the park. It's a little bit away from Reykjavik city center so it's quiet and calm and close enough to get to rekjavik by bus or long walk. Very nice. The hostel was clean and quiet and good lighting and water. The kitchen and laundry facility were such a treat very nice and clean. The staff was super nice and helpful with anything I needed. Will definitely come back here. 👍
    Bloch
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £141.51
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,966 reviews
    Great location, friendly staff, super cosy beds. Access to hot tub outside, great viking ornaments all over, great restaurant with rich buffet breakfast. Something a bit different, but great!
    Morana
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £141.51
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,966 reviews
    Charming boutique hotel. Great location, very friendly and informative staff! We stayed in a cabin that although small and basic, was meticulously clean. The shower pressure is amazing although the water has a sulfur smell which apparently is common for the area. We had to leave for the airport before breakfast and they were kind enough to make us a sandwich to take with us. We rented a car and there was plenty of parking.
    Lori
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.9
    9.9
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 41 reviews
    The best apartment we have ever stayed in. Perfect location with excellent decor. It made our holiday so relaxing to come back to such a beautiful place. So comfortable with everything you could possibly need. Great location if you have a hire car as 10-15 mins drive to Reykjavik. Lots of facilities nearby. Close to restaurants. We loved sitting by the windows watching the water and occasional seal in the Harbour. Super clean. Just perfect.
    Wendy
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £141.51
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,966 reviews
    Great location, with easy access to both the airport bus stops right outside the front of the hotel) and public transport buses (less than 5 minutes walk). Friendly staff. Very clean. Interesting display cabinets around the ground floor . Nice and warm given it was very cold and snowing outside. Comfortable bed and room was dark and quiet at night. Felt comfortable being here as a solo traveller. Hairdryer in bathroom.
    Nicola
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £141.51
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,966 reviews
    Great location and decor! Nice and clean.
    Gemma
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £141.51
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,966 reviews
    Great location and the room set up was excellent plenty of facilities offered very comfortable and clean!
    Sarah
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 14 reviews
    It was a great location for our needs. Very clean and tidy.
    J
    Julie
    Group
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