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Student Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near Reykjavik Harbour

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Interior
Modern Twin Room with Private Bathroom | Living area
Exterior
Modern Twin Room with Private Bathroom | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (9)

  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • ATM/banking services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (5)

  • Children stay free
  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Garden
  • Blackout curtains
  • Self-parking (surcharge)

Room options

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

Modern Twin Room with Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Basic Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
6 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Stovetop
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Property entrance

Kex Hostel Reykjavík

Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
24/7 front desk
Non-smoking
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (518)
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
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About the area

Map
Hringbraut 29, Reykjavik, IS-101

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 (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 3 min drive
  • 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

  • On-site self-parking (ISK 10 per day)

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.

Parking

  • Self-parking costs ISK 10 per day

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

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

Is Student Hostel currently open?
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. Self-parking costs ISK 10 per day.
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

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

It's a very small room, but Iceland is expensive and this is a great deal for the price. The bathroom on our floor was clean and provided shampoo and soap. It's a 10-minute walk from old town city central, which is fabulous. Extremely safe area. The front desk staff were kind, friendly, and super helpful. There is a laundry room in the building (they give you free laundry detergent and let you use the machines for free -- literally, I'm not kidding), and they have lockers you can rent for very cheap to hold your valuables. Parking is free and close by (it's part of a university campus, and the overflow lot is a 3-minute walk). Overall, a very terrific and affordable option.
Valerie, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

No problem.
The room was modern and clean. The bathroom had excellent water pressure and was comfortable. .
Mal, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

great
Emil, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Miroslav, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Just remind me & experience when I was a university student
Hanguang, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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, 10-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Patricia, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

New and well maintained student accomm with well stocked shared kitchen. A pleasant 10-15 walk through parklands to central Reykjavik
Campbell, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Madeleine, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sarah, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

L, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jose Romsil, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

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, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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, 7-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Very well-maintained no-frills hostel. Safe area with easy parking. The staff were accommodating. Onsite laundry and kitchen area.
Jerry Wayne Eidson, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, comfortable, clean rooms, easy checkin and check out
Karen, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

8/10 Very good

Was decent enough for a few nights, however there was bits of food behind my bed when i got there
keira, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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, 3-night family trip
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