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.

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.

Hótel Laugarvatn, a family-friendly guesthouse in Laugarvatn, is conveniently located a 24km drive from Þingvellir National Park and 32km from Geysir, offering easy access to these iconic Icelandic landmarks.
This one-bedroom, one-bathroom lodging boasts a terrace, garden, restaurant, bar, fitness centre, and free Wi-Fi, plus parking; nearby activities include golfing, fishing, and hiking, with the Laugarvatn Fontana geothermal spa also within easy reach.

Broddanes Hi Hostel is located in the Strandir region, 35 kilometers south of Hólmavík, offering seclusion and stunning natural views in a tranquil setting.
This self-catering lodging provides a shared kitchen, dining area, lounge with a billiard table, various rooms sleeping two to six guests, and shared bathroom facilities; wildlife viewing opportunities abound, including seals and puffins (May-August).

Hotel Kanslarinn Hella is situated on Iceland's Ring Road in Hella, a short drive from both Selfoss and the Eyjafjallajökull glacier, offering easy access to the south of Iceland's scenic attractions. The hotel consistently receives very good ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The accommodation offers a range of rooms, including those with private bathrooms and shared facilities. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a daily breakfast buffet, and a communal garden, as well as the convenience of an on-site restaurant and bar.

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.

Dalur - Hi Eco Hostel is situated in Laugardalur, a district about 2.2 miles north of Reykjavík's city centre, next to the Laugardalslaug Swimming Pool. This eco-certified hostel has received very good ratings for location, cleanliness, and overall user experience.
This hostel offers a range of communal spaces, including two kitchens and a lounge, perfect for meeting fellow travellers. You can also enjoy the outdoor terrace, a garden, and a restaurant serving organic breakfast, fairtrade coffee, and local meals.

Fisherinn Hostel & Apartments in Stokkseyri is conveniently located 34km from Ljósifoss and 64km from Reykjavík Domestic Airport.
This guesthouse offers rooms with kitchenettes, a shared kitchen, free Wi-Fi, private parking, and on-site activities including a pool table and darts, alongside a bar and terrace.

Geysir Hestar is a 90-minute drive from Reykjavik, situated in the Haukadalur Valley overlooking the famous Geysir geothermal area, offering stunning views. The hostel has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The hostel has a range of rooms, some with private bathrooms and some shared. Amenities include a kitchen, a garden, a bar, and free parking, as well as horse riding tours and the chance to get up close to Icelandic horses.

Hafnarstraeti Hostel offers the most central accommodation in Akureyri, situated in the town's main district with unparalleled proximity to key attractions. This budget-friendly lodging provides modern single dorm capsule beds with personal safes, TVs, and charging sockets, alongside free WiFi, a shared kitchen, and BBQ facilities for guests.

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.

Nordic Hostel is conveniently located in Reykjavík, just a short walk from Laugavegur Shopping Street, Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre, and Reykjavik Art Museum: Kjarvalsstadir. The hostel is in a central location, making it easy to explore the city's main attractions.
The hostel offers a single room with a shared kitchen, bathroom, and lounge. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a bar, luggage storage, and hairdryers.