Student Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Reykjavik Harbour in Reykjavik

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Lobby lounge
Interior
Lobby lounge
Towels
Lunch and dinner served

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Hringbraut 29, Reykjavik, IS-101
  • Place, Reykjavik City Hall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Reykjavik Harbour
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Harpa
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reykjavik (KEF-Keflavik Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Modern Twin Room with Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Reykjavik

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

What's nearby

  • Reykjavik City Hall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Iceland - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Harpa - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Iðnó - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Þrír Frakkar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Stúdentakjallarinn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fröken Reykjavík - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kaktus Espressobar - ‬7 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. Parking is available for a fee.

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.

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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

  • Self parking on site (ISK 2,000 per day)

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 within 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

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: ISK 2000 per day

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

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Student Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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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?

Free parking is not available at this hostel. Self parking is available for ISK 2000 per day.

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.