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Discover well-known properties in Reykjavik that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 1,065 hotels in Reykjavik and price data was last updated on 27 July 2024. The average price for a hotel in Reykjavik is $67/night.
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Hringbraut 29, Reykjavik, Iceland
Central Reykjavik is 10 minutes’ walk from this hostel, which is set on the University of Iceland’s campus. It offers a communal kitchen and free WiFi in common areas. A bus stop is located in front of the hostel, and offers connections to the airport and city. Each simply furnished guest room at Student Hostel provides garden or city views. Bathroom facilities are shared. A café, restaurant and bar are found on site, as well as a book store. A variety of restaurants can be found in the surrounding area. The hostel doubled in size and the new building has 30 new modern designed rooms with Private Bathrooms and large fully equipped Kitchens on each floor. Lake Tjörnin is just 50 metres away. The National Museum of Iceland is a 2-minute walk from Student Hostel and the Hallgrímskirkja Church is 1 km away.
Free Wi-Fi
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Airport shuttle
8.6
Excellent
939 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
Fákafen 11, Reykjavik, Iceland
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. B14 Hostel’s basic rooms offer budget accommodation with access to shared bathroom facilities. Guests also have access to both a lounge and dining area. A health food restaurant, café and ice cream parlour are found in the same building as B14 Hostel. The area’s shops, restaurants and bars are easily accessed on foot. The iconic Hallgrímskirkja Church and the National Museum of Iceland are within 5 km of the hostel.
Free Wi-Fi
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8.2
Excellent
343 reviews
Location
4.2 km from city centre
26 Ægisgata, Reykjavik, Iceland
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. The property is located 49 km from Blue Lagoon, 400 metres from Reykjavik Old Harbour and 1.1 km from Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at the hostel also provide guests with free WiFi. At Refurinn Reykjavik Guesthouse every room includes bed linen and towels. Laugavegur Shopping Street is 3.1 km from the accommodation, while Reykjavik Art Museum: Kjarvalsstadir is 3.7 km away. The nearest airport is Reykjavík Domestic Airport, 2 km from Refurinn Reykjavik Guesthouse.
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8.3
Excellent
1113 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
Hafnarbraut 4, Dalvík, Iceland
Situated in the centre of Dalvík, across from the harbour, this family-run hostel is 45 km from Akureyri. It offers free Wi-Fi, a communal kitchen and individually decorated rooms. The simple, yet modern rooms at Dalvík Hostel Gimli all have a wardrobe and access to shared bathroom facilities. Staff sells ski passes on site, as well as helps arrange horse riding trips and airport shuttle services. Hostel Gimli also has BBQ equipment that guests can use. Restaurants, cafés and a grocery store are all within 50 metres. Area activities include whale watching tours, hiking along the black sand beaches and bird watching in the Svarfadardal Valley, 4 km away.
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8.8
Excellent
265 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre

Tips for booking hostels in Reykjavik

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Cheapest month:April
Most expensive month:June
Average price in Reykjavik:$67/night
Cheapest price found:$26/night
Cheapest day:Wednesday
Most expensive day:Sunday
$33 - $95
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$45 - $81
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Top-rated Reykjavik hostels

Browse through properties in Reykjavik that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 1,065 properties in Reykjavik and data was last updated on 27 July 2024.
Our users rated these Reykjavik hostels among the best places to stay. Be sure to read user reviews to learn why these hostels are among the highest rated.
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Laugarnesvegi 74a, Reykjavik, Iceland
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$54
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Skogarhlid 10, Reykjavik, Iceland
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$43
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Baronsstigur 47, Reykjavik, Iceland
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$54
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Hostel prices in Reykjavik

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Reykjavik to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Reykjavik at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 27 July 2024.
hostels located in the Reykjavik area sorted by price and hostel class. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hostel class.
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Baronsstigur 47, Reykjavik, Iceland
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Skogarhlid 10, Reykjavik, Iceland

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Other accommodations in Reykjavik

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Lindargata 34-36, Reykjavik, Iceland
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$174
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Skolavordustigur 7 And Tysgata 8, Reykjavik, Iceland
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$252
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Háteigsvegur 1, Reykjavik, Iceland
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$299
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Brautarholti 4, Reykjavik, Iceland
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$100
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Laugavegur 28a, Reykjavik, Iceland
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$122
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Vogasel 1, Reykjavik, Iceland
6.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$111
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Reykjavik, Iceland
1.3 km from city centre
$203
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Reykjavik, Iceland
0.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$198
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Reykjavik

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Facts about staying in Reykjavik

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Reykjavik to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 27 July 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Reykjavik?

    $67 per night is how much hostels in Reykjavik cost, on average. $26 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $48 per night or less is a good deal. Reykjavik hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with August being the most expensive month to book, and in November being the cheapest.

  • What’s the best hostel in Reykjavik?

    Loft - Hi Eco Hostel is the best Reykjavik hostel according to HotelsCombined users. Loft - Hi Eco Hostel has a rating of 8.3/10 from 1,460 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    The closest Reykjavik hostel to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport is Bus Hostel Reykjavik, which is 37.2 km away.

  • What area of Reykjavik is most popular to stay in?

    While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Reykjavik, 8% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Miðborg in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Kex Hostel is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • Should I stay in a Reykjavik hostel?

    Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Reykjavik on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Reykjavik offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

  • Does Reykjavik have hostels with “Internet” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, there are hostels in Reykjavik with “Internet” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 6 hostels have the “Internet” amenity in the Reykjavik area. Kex Hostel is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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