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.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Parking on site
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Heating
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Asaf
Israel
“Great location, friendly staff, very good value for money.” - Jane
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
“Very clean space, well equipped kitchen, and great location. Free parking very close by. I would recommend staying here.” - Brigowatz
United States
“Location, friendly and helpful staff. Bathrooms were clean” - Bianca
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
“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
“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
“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
“great location. it’s around 10 min walk to the city centre. there is free parking next to the building.” - Nicole
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
- Stúdentakjallarinn
- Open forBrunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.



The fine print
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.