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Student Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Reykjavik Harbour in Reykjavik

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Interior
Interior detail
Front of property
Modern Twin Room with Private Bathroom | Living area
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
Hringbraut 29, Reykjavik, IS-101
  • National Museum of Iceland
    2 min walk
  • Reykjavik City Hall
    6 min walk
  • Reykjavik Free Church
    7 min walk
  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)
    3 min drive

Room options

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Modern Twin Room with Private Bathroom | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Modern Twin Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Basic Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

Basic Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
Library
Kex Hostel Reykjavík
Free WiFi
Laundry
Housekeeping
24/7 front desk
4.2 out of 5, Very Good, (493)
The price is $140
per night
$160 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Kex Hostel Reykjavík

About the neighborhood

Reykjavik

Heart of Reykjavik.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Reykjavik hostel, you'll find Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur. National Museum of Iceland and National and University Library of Iceland are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • National Museum of Iceland - 2 min walk
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 6 min walk
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 13 min walk
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 13 min walk
  • Harpa - 16 min walk

Getting around

  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Messinn - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Laundromat Café - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪American Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The English Pub - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Domino's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Student Hostel

Hostel near Reykjavik Harbour in Reykjavik
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Student Hostel also features a garden, coffee/tea in a common area, and an ATM. Free self parking is available.

This Reykjavik hostel is smoke free.

  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Student Hostel offers 43 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves.

Languages

English, Icelandic

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - midnight
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between August 23 and May 31.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Student Hostel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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, Mastercard, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Gardur
Gardur Hotel
Gardur Reykjavik
Hotel Gardur
Hotel Gardur Reykjavik
Student Hostel Reykjavik
Student Reykjavik
Student Hostel Reykjavik
Student Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Student Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Reykjavik

Frequently asked questions

How close is Student Hostel to the airport?

Student Hostel is 1.3 mi (3-min drive) away from the Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Student Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Student Hostel.

How close is Student Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 1.9 mi (4-min drive) from Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach.

Does Student Hostel offer free breakfast?

Student Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Student Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Student Hostel?

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

Is there free parking at Student Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Student Hostel have a pool?

Student Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Student Hostel have a restaurant?

Student Hostel is home to Stúdentakjallarinn, which features light fare.

Does Student Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Student Hostel to downtown Reykjavik?

Student Hostel is 0.5 mi away from Reykjavik.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

frank

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place easy walking distance into town very clean shared kitchen plenty of space excelent cooktops fridges cupboards very clean canteen food great and drinks half the price in town bus stop out front Great place to stay staff very good
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

10/10 Excellent

Campbell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New and well maintained student accomm with well stocked shared kitchen. A pleasant 10-15 walk through parklands to central Reykjavik
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Go there!
We spent there 5 nights with a shared bathroom. However, it did not matter as everything was extremely clean and user-friendly. Hostels all over the should be as clean as this one. I RECOMMEND GOING THERE!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori, Oak Park

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very spacious and there was a large fully equipped shared kitchen and bathroom. The students working the reception desk were all very kind and helpful. It’s a 15 minute walk to the BSÍ Bus Terminal and 10 minute walk to downtown Reykjavik. I highly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose Romsil

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in the newer area in a 2 bed with bathroom unit. Wonderful, modern facilities and fully equipped kitchen. Student pub was fun. Shared room with my adult daughter. Short walk to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close and walkable to downtown shopping and food options as well as a lovely park. Having the university right there felt very safe, let alone a good chance for us to see some really neat architecture. The inside of the accommodation and the amenities were so beautiful and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in the newer section and the kitchen was really nice and spacious. It was also quiet at night, and front desk was very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jerry Wayne Eidson

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well-maintained no-frills hostel. Safe area with easy parking. The staff were accommodating. Onsite laundry and kitchen area.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, comfortable, clean rooms, easy checkin and check out
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is on the uni property and close to BSI for easy access to bus system. Lots to do nearby without being in the tourist area. Quiet and relaxing. Easy walk into town center.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

keira

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was decent enough for a few nights, however there was bits of food behind my bed when i got there
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JUDITH

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay especially if you are on a budget
Very easy to walk to from bus terminal (10 mins) and same for getting into centre. Very clean with comfortable beds. Helpful staff at front desk. Use of kitchen with fridge space so you can keep costs to a minimum if you wish. Jigsaws in the lounge area if you wish something to do in the evenings. Shared toilet/showers but these are very clean so wasn't an issue. Would stay again quite happily.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

K Sukirthalingam, Hawthorn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and the rooms were great. The check-in was rather unfriendly by person at the reception. Rather abrupt. The other aspect that we did not understand was the bathroom. Everytime we had a shower, nearly the whole floor got wet. The Shower had a shower curtain, though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina, Marietta

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay at Student Hostel. It was an easy walk to the downtown area which offers so much to see and do. The bus stop is right outside the hostel if you’d like to explore a little further. The beds were very comfortable which left us well rested for our next day’s adventures.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOHANN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philipp

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best hostel I’ve ever stayed at
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great experience. Very nice for a hostel and great location! Staff were super helpful when we got in early in the morning and helped us get around while we waited for check in!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pimchanok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe, quiet and a walking distance from BSI terminal. Reception staff were pleasant and accommodating. Its a bit of a walk to get to a supermarket or a restaurant but nothing is too far.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023