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Akureyri Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel near Centre for Visual Arts in Akureyri

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Bar (on property)
Living area
Standard Studio | Private kitchen
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Living area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Hafnarstraeti 98, Akureyri, 600
  • Akureyri Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Forest Lagoon
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Akureyri (AEY)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room (6-Beds) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (6-Beds)

  • 140 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Family Room (4-Beds)

  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Shared Bathroom (4-Beds) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Shared Bathroom (4-Beds)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Akureyri

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Akureyri City Center hostel, you'll be steps from Centre for Visual Arts and Akureyri Church. Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall and Akureyri Botanical Garden are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Akureyri Church - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Akureyri Botanical Garden - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Akureyri - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Forest Lagoon - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Akureyri (AEY) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Centrum Kitchen & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Vitinn - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Akureyri Backpackers - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Greifinn - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Vínstofa Eyja Bistro - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Akureyri Backpackers

Hostel near Centre for Visual Arts in Akureyri
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A sauna, a terrace, and an arcade/game room are also featured at Akureyri Backpackers. The property offers extended parking privileges.

This Akureyri hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1923
  • Deli
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Akureyri Backpackers offers 23 accommodations. This Akureyri hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Languages

English, French, German, Icelandic, Italian, Polish, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Sauna
  • Ski passes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (7:00 AM - 11:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (7:00 AM - noon)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Towels fee: EUR 4 (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses geothermal energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property uses geothermal energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Akureyri Backpackers Hostel
Akureyri Backpackers
Akureyri Backpackers Akureyri
Akureyri Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Akureyri Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Akureyri

Frequently asked questions

How close is Akureyri Backpackers to the airport?

Akureyri Backpackers is 2.3 mi (5-min drive) away from the Akureyri (AEY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Akureyri Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Akureyri Backpackers.

Does Akureyri Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Akureyri Backpackers, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 15 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Akureyri Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Akureyri Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Akureyri Backpackers?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Akureyri Backpackers have a pool?

Akureyri Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does Akureyri Backpackers have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Akureyri Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Akureyri Backpackers to downtown Akureyri?

Akureyri Backpackers is 0.1 mi away from Akureyri.

Akureyri Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 66 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Duanjun, Silver Spring

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The conditions at this hotel are extremely poor. The rooms lack basic amenities, including toilets, washbasins, chairs, and towels, and provide only two beds. The second floor has about eight rooms, accommodating over 50 people, but everyone shares just two toilets and washbasins, which is highly inconvenient. A noisy bar downstairs adds to the discomfort. User reviews on Travelocity rate the hotel as “Excellent,” but these likely refer to the bar rather than the accommodations. Most unacceptable is the pricing policy: the earlier you book, the higher the price, and reservations are non-cancelable. I booked a room six months in advance for $300, while a week-long stay was only $150. I strongly advise against booking here. This is not a standard hotel; it’s the worst I’ve ever stayed in—overpriced, poorly equipped, and far below typical hotel standards. The booking price does not reflect the abysmal facilities and conditions.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Decent Price & Stay

Booked a private room with shared bathroom at the hostel. I arrived very late but had received the self check in instructions via email. All was good and I was able to get to my room without incident. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable. The communal washing area and toilets were close which was helpful. I had a good nights sleep with the only problem being that all my electronics that I had put on charge overnight failed to charge. The next morning I discovered that when I turn the bedroom light out the socket I had them plugged into also turned off. Frustrating but what can you do. If anyone from the hostel is reading this then it would be a good idea to label these sockets with a warning. Most parking in the centre of Akureyri is paid so I left my car in a car park over night and used the Easy Park app to work out how much I had to pay and pay for it. Worked perfectly. I had my own breakfast which I ate in my room and then checked out, which was just matter of closing the door behind me. My experience was good overall and I would definitely use again, especially if the price is right.
Stair well
Hostel info
Private room
Shared bathroom
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An original Akureyri building. In the middle of the shopping strip. Free parking one block away from 4pm-10am; totally free on weekends. Walkable to see all of the sights including the Harbor or Old Towne. They will also make Tour Arrangements for you. Close to the Forest Lagoon, which is open 10am-12am. Convenient to Husavik for Whale Watching and Puffin Sightings. Please note that shower facilities are in the basement. Each floor has multiple WCs and sinks. For a fee, there is a Laundry. It really doesn’t get dark in Akureyri so bring an Eye Mask. The Bar can get a little loud since there is outdoor seating. If this bothers you, bring earplugs. It did not bother me; I live near an airport and usually sleep with a lamp on! The only minus would be the rude Guests who don’t flush the toilets during the night. Not cool!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique and convenient being above a restaurant! Bathrooms were clean. Bedroom was minimal and quiet! All check-in and check-out is online. Note: dinner stops at 8pm, but the bar stays open until 10pm. The staff was VERY friendly, which was so nice to talk to fellow travelers who happen to live and work in Iceland. HIGHLY recommend staying here for a night or two!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shared facilities were the best for camping. The pods we slept in felt great although we flipped the mattress, the space the had many outlets, ample heat and insulated walls. Surrounding the area with cool walking paths to a lake and the waterfall by the restaurant was amazing! It's a dark zone to see the sky perfectly at night!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Przemyslaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

3 nights in Akureyri

I had the double room. It is very basic, a bed, a small table with 2 chairs, 2 bedside tables, a bin, a mirror on the wall and some hooks for hanging clothes. The bed was very comfortable, you can adjust the heating to your liking so my room was always comfortably warm. The shared toilet facilities on my floor (3rd floor) were great...clean and always stocked. I cannot comment on food or the showers as I did not use those options. But the showers are accessible next to the bar, but you will have to go down the stairs and past the restaurant/bar to get there. Be aware this is a hostel and it will get very noisy on a Saturday night, there is no soundproofing. Bit the Sunday and Monday I had the floor to myself so it was quiet. Overall I had a good stay there. If you book any tours with a pickup service, they will pick you up outside the entrance. And do have a hotdog or two from the van down the road, they are good!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Dreanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rana

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very noisy and not clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne Abder

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming backpackers hostel. Clean and centrally located. Restaurant/bar on first floor
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dechen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Buffy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
super great place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Aazon

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
According to other reviews, this hostel used to have a kitchen (which was ripped out) and the restaurant below plays music till 11pm. Facilities are below par for a hostel - please avoid

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Decent place for cheap

Good cheap spot for a night. Definitely had a college vibe to it, people up partying late. The room was nice and big with lots of outlets. The showers were not so great. I didn't mind them being in the basement so much, but it's the kind of shower you want to wear flip flops in, and mine completely flooded out into the main area, luckily I was the only one in there. At least the shower stalls are large!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Ehab

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the worst stays in a hostel, especially in Iceland. On the property details it lists a guest kitchen and a laundromat but neither are actually available there. They listed free parking but the one they suggested was actually paid and a bit far. The place was also very noisy and creaked a lot when people passed through. It doesn't help that the hostel is above the bar which can get very loud. Even the soap outside the toilets was empty and the WiFi was a but dodgy.

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if you are looking for a hostel to make friends, have a great location within the city, enjoy Iceland. A little loud at times but that is to be expected.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Craig

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Scott, Cartwright

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It's a wonderful property but this is NOT family friendly. It is really clean and location is really convenient to shopping and dining. Double edged sword - there is a bar on the main floor and it is extremely loud, until 1am or later on weekends making it nearly impossible for children to sleep. Might be quieter during the week but would certainly not recommend with kids on the weekend (maybe I should have known better). However, if a party atmosphere with some friends is what you are looking for I would imagine this spot would be a blast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My boyfriend and I had a fantastic stay! The staff was unbelievably friendly and easy to talk to. The dorms were spacious and clean and we had the best time! I highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a homey atmosphere and right at the center of everything in the city. The staff was very helpful and kind and check in was very easy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna Sif

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a terrible stay. Worst place we ever stayed. I wish I could give a negative rating. Very noisy, cannot sleep at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020