Hostels in Iceland

Hotel Hlemmur Square enjoys a central Reykjavik location, minutes from the city centre and within easy reach of major attractions.
This Reykjavík establishment, offering the Hlemmur Square package, boasts a spa, restaurant, bar, and various amenities including free Wi-Fi, parking, and multilingual staff, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Reykjavík Lights Hotel by Keahotels is located just 1.9 kilometres from central Reykjavík, close to Laugardalur Family Park, a popular destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts. This 3-star hotel enjoys very good user ratings for both its location and overall experience.
The hotel offers a range of amenities and features to enhance your stay, including a restaurant, bar, room service, free underground parking, and free Wi-Fi. Each room is individually decorated with artwork and inspiration from the ancient Icelandic calendar, creating a unique and culturally immersive atmosphere.

Hótel Borgarnes enjoys a central Borgarnes location, adjacent to the Settlement Centre and Bruðheimar Puppet Museum, and within 0.8km of the Borgarfjörður Museum and Skallagrimsgarður.
This 3-star family-friendly inn offers free Wi-Fi, on-site restaurant and bar, parking, and a terrace; conference facilities are also available.

Cityhub Rvk is a new hostel in the city centre, just a short walk from Hallgrímskirkja church and the Harpa Concert Hall. It is located in a lively area with easy access to restaurants, shops, and nightlife.
The hostel offers private "Hubs" with modern amenities, including a double bed, WiFi, app-controlled lighting, and personal audio streaming. Guests can enjoy a bar, a kitchen with a microwave and dishwasher, and a range of other facilities.

The Bus Hostel Reykjavik - Reykjavik Terminal is conveniently located near the city centre, just over a mile from Reykjavík Domestic Airport and within walking distance of popular attractions like Hallgrímskirkja Church. The hostel has received very good ratings for cleanliness, location, and overall user experience.
The hostel offers a range of facilities for guests, including a shared kitchen, a terrace, and a bar. Guests can enjoy a fitness centre, room service, and free Wi-Fi throughout the property.

Kex Hostel is conveniently located in central Reykjavík, just a short walk from Laugarvegur shopping street and Harpa Concert Hall, making it ideal for exploring the city's vibrant nightlife, shops and cultural attractions. It has received very good ratings for cleanliness and user experience, and an excellent rating for location.
The hostel features a unique industrial-chic design with communal spaces, including a kitchen, a lounge area and a heated outdoor terrace. Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast, a restaurant, a bar with live music, free Wi-Fi, luggage storage and a fitness centre.

Volcano Huts ÞóRsmörk is a remote mountain lodge situated within the Thorsmork Nature Reserve, 32 kilometres from Seljalandsfoss waterfall, offering access solely via hiking, regional buses, or 4x4 super jeeps for a genuine wilderness experience. This accommodation provides a base for exploring the Laugavegur and Fimmvörðuháls hiking trails, featuring an on-site restaurant, bar, and cottages with kitchenettes and private terraces, alongside optional jeep safaris arranged by staff.

The Wilderness Center / ÓByggðasetur Íslands is located in the remote Óbyggðasetur district, about 30 miles from Egilsstaðir Airport, offering a secluded escape in the Icelandic wilderness. The accommodation has consistently received very good ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The resort offers a range of amenities and activities to suit all tastes, including a swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, and spa. Guests can also enjoy horseback riding excursions, guided tours, fishing opportunities, and delicious local and homemade meals at the on-site restaurant and bar.

Sm Hostel in Reykjavík offers a convenient base, situated a 19-minute walk from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach and Laugavegur Shopping Street, with Solfar Sun Voyager 2.4 kilometres away and the Blue Lagoon 46.7 kilometres distant. This accommodation provides free WiFi, a shared kitchen, a lounge area, and a tour desk, with some rooms featuring a kitchenette and fridge.

Bakki Apartments & Hostel is located in Eyrarbakki, a village situated 80 kilometres south of Reykjavík and a short walk from the Eyrarbakki Museum.
This family-friendly hostel offers a range of accommodation options, including self-catering apartments with fully equipped kitchens, a shared lounge, and a terrace with views of the sea or mountains.

Hafnarstræti Hostel in Akureyri enjoys a central location, approximately 0.35km from Akureyri Church and the Hof Cultural and Conference Centre.
This family-friendly guesthouse offers single and double capsule beds, a shared kitchen with fridge, microwave, and dishwasher, plus a swimming pool, terrace, garden, and free Wi-Fi; nearby attractions include whale watching and cycling tours.

B14 Hostel in Reykjavík is located just over a mile from Laugavegur, the city's main shopping street, and a short distance from Laugardalur Swimming Pool, making it easy to explore the city's attractions. The hostel has consistently received very good ratings for cleanliness and overall experience, and a good rating for its location.
The hostel features a communal kitchen equipped with a fridge, microwave oven, and dishwasher, allowing guests to prepare their own meals. Guests can enjoy a range of on-site amenities, including a restaurant, café, and ice cream parlour, as well as free Wi-Fi and parking.

Korpudalur Hi Hostel is a 12-minute drive from Flateyri, a village in the West Fjords, and is situated in a renovated farmhouse with stunning mountain and river views. The hostel has received very good user ratings, with excellent ratings for location and cleanliness.
The hostel offers shared bathroom and kitchen facilities, as well as a laundry room and a TV lounge. Guests can enjoy breakfast, a terrace, a garden, and a bar, and can also take advantage of the hostel’s proximity to hiking, cycling, and birdwatching opportunities.

This charming guesthouse is located in central Reykjavik, just a 500-metre walk from the Hallgrímskirkja Church and within a 5-minute walk of both Hlemmur and BSI bus stations. It has consistently received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The accommodation offers a spacious and stylish bedroom, perfect for a couple, and comes with a shared kitchen and bathroom. Guests can enjoy amenities such as a fridge, freezer, microwave oven, dishwasher, and free Wi-Fi, making it easy to prepare meals and stay connected.

Höfn Hostel is located in the charming village of Höfn, just 50 miles from the famous Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon and 81 miles from Skaftafell National Park, offering easy access to some of Iceland's most stunning natural wonders. The hostel consistently receives excellent reviews for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The hostel features a shared kitchen, laundry facilities, and a spacious dining hall, perfect for meeting fellow travellers. Guests can enjoy breathtaking views of the harbour and the Vatnajökull Glacier from the terrace or garden, and the friendly staff can help arrange glacier tours, boat trips, and snowmobile excursions.

Fisherinn Hostel and Cultural Centre is situated on the coast of Stokkseyri, close to Route 1, offering convenient access to explore Iceland's south coast.
This hostel, housed in a repurposed fish factory, boasts a bar, terrace, kitchen with microwave, parking, 24-hour reception, and accepts card payments; it provides a unique cultural experience in a social setting.