About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Student Hostel in Reykjavík offers a 2-star hostel experience with a garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the lounge, nightclub, or shared kitchen. Dining and Entertainment: The modern, family-friendly restaurant serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and cocktails. Additional amenities include a minimarket, coffee shop, standup comedy, live music, bicycle parking, and luggage storage. Prime Location: Located 0.6 mi from Reykjavík Domestic Airport, the hostel is a short walk from Hallgrímskirkja Church (14 minutes), Solfar Sun Voyager (1.2 mi), and Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Center (18 minutes). Nearby attractions include Reykjavik Old Harbor (0.7 mi) and Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach (1.7 mi).

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Reykjavík, this property has an excellent location score of 9.1!

  • Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Asaf
    Israel Israel
    Great location, friendly staff, very good value for money.
  • Jane
    United States United States
    I stayed here before and after my hike of the Laugavegur Trail. Only a short 15-minute walk on a paved walkway from the main bus station. Perfect for catching the bus to trail and the airport. Reception staff were available and helpful. They...
  • Bailey
    United States United States
    Very clean space, well equipped kitchen, and great location. Free parking very close by. I would recommend staying here.
  • Brigowatz
    United States United States
    Location, friendly and helpful staff. Bathrooms were clean
  • Bianca
    Romania Romania
    The hotel is located next to the University campus. It is around 15-20 mins away from the center of Reykjavik. We rented a car, so the free gravel parking lot next to the hotel was a big bonus. The room is quite small and not very decorated but...
  • Lindsay
    United States United States
    The property was located close to both BSI bus station and to the city center/downtown area. The city is extremely walkable, although hilly, so we found this to be a perfect location to meet our needs. The staff was responsive and communicative...
  • Maureen
    United States United States
    Everything! My room was so clean and the beds and linens top notch. The common room was beautiful and inviting, the laundry room free, the staff exceptional.
  • Murphy
    United States United States
    Great location walking to city center and the BSI terminal. It’s very convinrent for traveling to and from the airport and the bus tours because you can easily walk to the bus station at BSI
  • Jiani
    Netherlands Netherlands
    great location. it’s around 10 min walk to the city centre. there is free parking next to the building.
  • Nicole
    United States United States
    I really like the student hostel, but it would be nice to have a small cafe/ bistro - that would serve a small breakfast etc. ; thanks!

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Stúdentakjallarinn
    • Open for
      Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern

House rules

Student Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardMaestro Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Although all rates are quoted in EUR, please note that charges will be made in set prices in ISK upon arrival.

Please note that construction work takes place next the property until 2021. Guests may experience some noise disturbances.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Student Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.