Stórholt 1, 603 Akureyri, Iceland
#9 of 20 hotels in Akureyri
Guests' ChoiceBased on 549 hostel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.9
Location
8.8
Facilities
8.8
Staff
8.2
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 26 June 2024
Miroslava
SlovakiaWe really liked, that even it was city hostel it was very clean and the bathrooms was beautiful. We really appreciate the coffee machine and also tea bar and equipment in the kitchen. It was feeling good to sit in the "winter garden" and have dinner there. The place was also very queit you cannot hear neighbors talking. The grocery shop Bónus is right next to the accomandation, there is good situated parking place and the downtown is 10 minutes walk.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 25 June 2024
Mateja
SloveniaThe room was quite small and a bit musty.
Easy self check-in, quiet and relaxed vibe. Lots of nice and very clean bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen and lots of dining space.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 June 2024
Lina
IcelandNot a single bad thing, everything was super good
Amazing hostel, very tidy and quiet, interior is amazing, showers very good, everything is new. The price is very good. Highly recommend it! 😍
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 21 June 2024
Ramzi
SpainCould be soft mattress
Everything organised in a nice way very big kitchen and everything you could need
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 14 June 2024
Jennifer
United StatesI didn't see the staff while we were there because we were out and about most of the time, but I rated them highly because of their communication before our arrival, as well as the daily condition of the facilities. The hostel is right across the street from a gas station, pizza, and a Bonus. It was easy getting to and from the ring road. We spent 2 peaceful evenings here. Every area was clean, and the guests seemed very respectful of the shared spaces and each other. The dining area had lots of tables, and there was free instant coffee, tea, and hot cocoa packets. Our room had comfortable beds, a desk, and a few chairs, plus a sink and mirror. I wouldn't mind staying here again!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 12 June 2024
Ana
IcelandEverything spacious and clean. Really nice staff. We felt very comfortable.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 6 June 2024
Florencia
IcelandOnce of the nicest hostels I ever stayed in, so clean, cosy kitchen facilities, and a great vibe overall!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 June 2024
Carrie
AustraliaClean and wonderful kitchen and showers !!!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 3 June 2024
Stanislaw
CanadaThere is no reception, as such. Check-in is automated. No one to ask questions to in a pinch Also no laundry room but ... not a huge deal breaker Be careful: The Akureryi Backpackers laundry is 1400kr for washing and 1400kr for drying
Amazing little "hostel", with a far higher standard than most! Nice kitchen, cozy spaces, beautfiful bathrooms.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
Efekan
IcelandA little bit away from downtown but doesn't really matter if you have a car
Convenient check in, decent rooms, very good prices
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 24 May 2024
Edwin
NetherlandsA bit far from the center of town
New and comfortable bathrooms, nice communal area. Doorlocksystem with a numbercode was excellent, because no keys to keep with you.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 22 May 2024
Penny
AustraliaThe room was excellent but the common areas upstairs were brilliant. Very well equiped kitchen. Big well appointed dining room, cosy nooks. Tastefully decorated and lovel outlook.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Katri
FinlandNo dishwasher, so at some point the kitchen tops were quite full of washed dishes.
Quite a big guesthouse, more like a small hotel. Really clean rooms, although quite small. Comfy beds, nicely renovated bathrooms and toilets. Large breakfast area, free instant coffee and tea. Good kitchen, space for the own food in the fridge.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 16 May 2024
James
IrelandAmazing price and basically like a hotel highly recommend
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Vida
Icelandnothing
The best accommodation in Akureyri.I always stay here, always everything is perfect.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Marco
GermanyAll perfect! Will definitely come back :)
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Serg
NetherlandsReally good hostel: clean, comfortable beds, keyless, kitchen, working wifi
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Filip
SerbiaI have no complaints.
Super clean, very well equipped, quality furniture, available well equipped kitchen, free parking, close to major supermarkets and paradoxly - it was the cheapest accomodation in Iceland during my 7 day stay and at the same time the most luxurios out of all.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Maciej
PolandFree parking Good value Comfortable kitchen Many toilets and baths
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Nicolas
FranceNoise
Very confortable, very well organised everywhere, Good equipments in the kitchen
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Marios
GreeceFantastic place, fantastic personnel, very clean, modern and fully equipped kitchen, more like I boutique hotel than a typical hostel. Free parking, close to bonus supermarket. Everything perfect. I eill surely return
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Isobel
AustraliaNothing, loved everything!
Clean, exceptional bathrooms, spacious rooms and comfy beds.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Olivierisw
ItalyThe kitchen and The room
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Maxime
FranceNice kitchen area
Stayed in April 2024
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