Keflavik International Airport (KEF) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
American Bar - 10 min walk
Messinn - 10 min walk
The English Pub - 10 min walk
Icelandic Street Food - 10 min walk
Domino's - 11 min walk
About this property
Student Hostel
Student Hostel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Stúdentakjallarinn, which serves lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Icelandic
At a glance
Hotel size
43 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (4 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Whale watching nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
ATM/banking
Garden
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Oven
Cookware, dishes and utensils
Special features
Dining
Stúdentakjallarinn – This restaurant serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between 23 August and 31 May.
Policies
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
The property is closed between 23 August and 31 May.
Does Student Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Student Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Student Hostel?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Student Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Student Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Student Hostel and nearby?
Student Hostel has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Student Hostel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Stúdentakjallarinn.
What's the area around Student Hostel like?
Student Hostel is in Downtown Reykjavik, a short 3-minute drive from Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) and 13 minutes' walk from Reykjavik Harbour.
Student Hostel Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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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 Exceptional
22 Aug 2024
A walking path to the foot bridge to cross over to the other side where there is a subway/gas station. A cross walk to the park and past it to the church. We had a private bathroom room. Clean. They let us borrow an USB outlet plug since we did not have europlugs chargers. They provide a city map, called a cab for us, nice laundry room, and answered our questions the best they could. I recommend the Student Hostel. Thank you
Paul L Lucia
Paul L Lucia, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Aug 2024
No problem.
The room was modern and clean. The bathroom had excellent water pressure and was comfortable. .
Mal
Mal, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Aug 2024
So happy that we chose to stay at the student hostel. I highly recommend this place. Clean and comfortable rooms. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. Loved the separate common area for hanging out in. Super convenient to downtown and the bus terminal. They even have large storage lockers for rent. I would definitely stay at the student hostel, again.
Tracy
Tracy, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Aug 2024
great
Emil
Emil, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Jul 2024
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Jul 2024
Miroslav
Miroslav, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
26 Jul 2024
Just remind me & experience when I was a university student
Hanguang
Hanguang, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jul 2024
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
frank
frank, 10-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Jul 2024
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Jul 2024
New and well maintained student accomm with well stocked shared kitchen. A pleasant 10-15 walk through parklands to central Reykjavik
Campbell
Campbell, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Jul 2024
Madeleine
Madeleine, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Jul 2024
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jul 2024
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!
Michal
Michal, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Jun 2024
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.
Lori
Lori, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jun 2024
L
L, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Jun 2024
Jose Romsil
Jose Romsil, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Jun 2024
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.
Marilee
Marilee, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
8 Jun 2024
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.
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Sep 2023
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.
Emily
Emily, 7-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
25 Aug 2023
Very well-maintained no-frills hostel. Safe area with easy parking. The staff were accommodating. Onsite laundry and kitchen area.
Jerry Wayne Eidson
Jerry Wayne Eidson, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Aug 2023
Great location, comfortable, clean rooms, easy checkin and check out
Karen
Karen, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
13 Aug 2023
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.
Susanna
Susanna, 1-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
8/10 Very good
29 Jul 2023
Was decent enough for a few nights, however there was bits of food behind my bed when i got there
keira
keira, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Jul 2023
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.
JUDITH
JUDITH, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
24 Jul 2023
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.