What is the cost of a hostel in Reykjavik?

€66/night is an average price for a hostel in Reykjavik throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in August is the most expensive month to book, and in October is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Reykjavik hostels for as low as €23/night. In general, Reykjavik hostels for €65 or less are a good deal.

What’s the best hostel in Reykjavik?

Based on our data, Loft Hi Hostel is the best Reykjavik hostel, with a rating of 8.2/10 from 1,343 reviews.

What hostel is closest to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

Bus Hostel Reykjavik is the nearest hostel in Reykjavik to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport, at a distance of 37.2 km.

What area of Reykjavik is most popular to stay in?

The most popular neighbourhood is Miðborg, with 12% of our users looking to stay in Reykjavik searching for hostels in this area over the last 12 months. Hostel B47 is a popular hostel in Miðborg that might be available for your travel dates, though there are other great properties in the area as well.

What is the most popular hostel in Reykjavik closest to Hallgrímskirkja?

The most popular hostel in Reykjavik that’s close to Hallgrímskirkja is Hostel B47. Just 0.2 km separate Hostel B47 from Hallgrímskirkja, the city’s most popular attraction. 4,618 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Hostel B47 a score of 7.9/10.

Should I stay in a Reykjavik hostel?

Staying in a Reykjavik hostel has many benefits, including cost savings, proximity to the centre of the city, a social and laid-back atmosphere, and similar amenities to hotels (such as Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, or 24/7 check-in). Hostels in Reykjavik tend to attract younger, solo travellers, but they can be great for couples and families as well.

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Popular hostels in Reykjavik

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Student Hostel

Hringbraut 29, Reykjavik, Iceland

Centrally situated, Student Hostel Reykjavik offers easy access to Reykjavik's best hot spots. The front desk is open 24 hours, and a buffet breakfast is available each morning.

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Airport shuttle

8.6

Excellent

791 reviews

Location

0.7 km from city centre

€129

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B14 Hostel

Fákafen 11, Reykjavik, Iceland

B14 Hostel is situated in Reykjavik and is close to the area's popular attractions. Guests can also make use of complimentary wireless internet.

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Airport shuttle

8.0

Excellent

326 reviews

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4.2 km from city centre

€60

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Refurinn Reykjavik Guesthouse

26 Ægisgata, Reykjavik, Iceland

Within a two minute walk of Landakotskirkja, Refurinn Reykjavik Guesthouse is centrally situated in Reykjavik. Those staying at the property can also take advantage of free wireless internet during their stay.

Free Wi-Fi

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8.2

Excellent

1107 reviews

Location

0.4 km from city centre

€109

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Art Hostel and Apartments

Hafnargata 9, Stokkseyri, Iceland

Providing a swimming pool, Art Hostel and Apartments is located a short drive from Eyrarbakki and Selfoss. It also provides free Wi-Fi, a terrace and laundry facilities.

Free Wi-Fi

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8.0

Excellent

171 reviews

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0.1 km from city centre

€139

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Dalvík Hostel Gimli

Hafnarbraut 4, Dalvík, Iceland

Dalvik Hostel Gimli is situated in Dalvik and offers guests free Wi-Fi. It also provides babysitting/child services, luggage storage and a swimming pool.

Free Wi-Fi

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8.9

Excellent

263 reviews

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0.2 km from city centre

€108

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Cheapest month:	October
Most expensive month:	August
Average price in Reykjavik:	€66/night
Cheapest price found:	€23/night
Cheapest day:	Monday
Most expensive day:	Thursday

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Discover well-known properties in Reykjavik that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 1,063 hotels in Reykjavik and price data was last updated on 26 April 2024. The average price for a hotel in Reykjavik is €66/night.

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