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Start Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Reykjanesbær with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Living area
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave
Interior
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The price is NZ$240
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2025

Explore the area

Map
Lindarbraut, Southern Peninsula, Reykjanesbær
  • Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geopark
    4 min drive
  • Stekkjarkot
    4 min drive
  • The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll
    5 min drive
  • Reykjavik (KEF-Keflavik Intl.)
    8 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 20.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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Family Room, Private Bathroom

Family Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Beds OR 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Women only

Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Men only

Shared Dormitory, Men only

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Beds

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Reykjanesbær

At Start Hostel you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geopark and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Stekkjarkot. Highlights at this hostel include free continental breakfast and a bar/lounge. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .With a stay at this Reykjanesbær hostel, you'll be 18.8 km (11.7 mi) from Blue Lagoon.
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What's nearby

  • The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll - 5 min drive
  • Viking World Museum - 6 min drive
  • Reykjanes Art Museum - 8 min drive
  • Giantess Cave - 9 min drive
  • Blue Lagoon - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Keflavik International Airport (KEF) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loksins Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hamborgarabúlla Tómasar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mathus - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Domino´s - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Start Hostel

Hostel in Reykjanesbær with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Start Hostel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Reykjanesbær hostel.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
Start Hostel offers 24 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Icelandic, Japanese, Polish, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 4:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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, debit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Start Hostel Keflavik
Start Hostel
Start Keflavik
Start Hostel Reykjanesbær
Start Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Start Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Reykjanesbær

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Start Hostel?

Start Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Start Hostel?

As of 25 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Start Hostel on 8 Jan 2025 start from NZ$239.98, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Start Hostel serve breakfast?

You bet, our visitors enjoy the free continental breakfast here! Offered daily from 4:00 AM to 9:30 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Start Hostel?

No, Start Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Start Hostel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Start Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Start Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 296 out of 436 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 436 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 436 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 436 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 436 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debra, Portland

Wonderful stay near the airport. Nice breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was extremely helpful all around. I had an overnight layover with no service and they ordered my cab to the airport for me. As a heads up, a cab ride to this hostel is rightly $30-40 usd and it is extremely cold both outside and inside the hostel. I’m glad I brought an extra blanket because frankly it felt almost as cold as outside and the blanket provided slides off of your body at night. The rooms are small and there isn’t much room for you to actually place your bag down and gather your things, if you are staying in a 4 bed room like I did, without being in the walkway. They had a pleasant array of breakfast items in the morning. Unfortunately I was allergic to a great bit of what was offered so I couldn’t enjoy it as much as I would’ve hoped.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

tandy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We were a little cold
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asbel, Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hostel … possibly one of the very best I’ve ever been in. Incredibly clean and says was extremely kind, helpful and sweet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, the bed look small but after you get in was so comfortable, I had a really nice sleep , I would definitely recommend this place, also the lady and gentleman at the reception were very friendly and nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles E. Sullivan

Too small for two people.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Shengbiao

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Washroom is shared, my problem, I did not check carefully, they said that. Breakfast is not too much, but for the price I paid, it’s normal, I believe.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On our trip the was my biggest concern, staying in a hostel with an 84 year old women. Boy was I wrong this place was excellent, clean, awesome breakfast and close to airport. We stayed in a five single bed room with private bathroom. Shower is a little high step to get into but other than that the people were great and helpful and delicious breakfast starting at 4am for our early flight. Situated on an old US Air Force station I questioned it when driving in but will not make that mistake again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
honestly, this was my first time staying in a hostel, so I don't have the proper context to compare hostel to hostel, but comparing to a hotel, Start hostel was clean, quiet, I felt safe, the staff was friendly, the rooms were clean, simply decorated with just what you need. Beds were comfy. Though the bathroom maybe seemed a little dated, everything was clean and in working order. The room had plenty of outlets/ plugs and even had USB ports, so we could easily plug in our cell phones for charging without a converter. The breakfasts was an elevated continental offering with hot and cold cereals, a variety of baked goods, a large assortment of fresh fruit, breakfast meat (cold not hot, so no bacon or sausage) and hard boiled eggs, plus Coffee, tea, etc. We stayed one night, so that we were close to the airport for our flight the next morning. It was perfect because we also had a reservation for the Blue Lagoon the night before, and Start hostel was a quick drive over and back. WE had a family suite which had lots of space including 2 bedrooms. I would definitely stay here again for convenience to the airport!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great overall stay
It was a great stay overall, Syzmon at the front desk was very informative and helpful with everything upon Check in and check out, even had some great advice about the blue lagoon and transportation. Would Stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice suprise
we booked this hotel as it was close to airport and we arrived during the night. the receptionist was very friendly. having stayed in 4 location whilst visiting Iceland, always booking rooms with two single beds and separate bedrooms, typically in 3-4 star accommodations. I could say this was really a good hotel. the room was spacious and clean (no tv but didn't needed one). bathroom had a bathtub. also the room had a fridge which was useful as we had some leftover food. The nice surprise was that in the morning we had breakfast which was the most varied whilst we were in Iceland. cherry tomatoes, several types of cheese and eggs, and also several types pastries.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hostel near airport
Great place to stay near the airport, specially For early flights
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda, Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was wonderful and the staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent! They also did our laundry!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
awesome stay, very close to the airport and they staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

helena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and helpful staff
Wonderful place to stay on my last night before going back home. They let me check in early - which I really appreciate, I was so tired… very friendly and helpful staff, called taxi for me…
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rafael

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024