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The 10 Best Hostels in Hafnarfjördur, Iceland

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This hostel in Hafnafjordur, a town which is built on lava, is 15 minutes’ drive from central Reykjavik. It provides a well-equipped guest kitchen, communal dining area and BBQ equipment. WiFi access is free.

Part of a very charming town. All facilities were up to par.

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6.8
Review score
54 reviews
Price from
€ 42.16
per night

Situated in Reykjavík and with Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach reachable within 2 km, SM Hostel features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property is set 2.4 km from Solfar Sun Voyager, 46 km from Blue Lagoon and 1.6 km from Laugavegur Shopping Street. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests.

friendly staff, cleanliness, the room smell good, good air circulation, warm, very comfort place to stay and i love this place. i feel safe in this hostel. i read many review say , “many weird people”, but i did not find weirdo tho. probably just because of people come & go from different country, different culture, different habit.. but everything is normal like another hostel. the most important is the cleanliness, comfortable, lovely staff, thank you

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5
Review score
839 reviews
Price from
€ 45
per night

Located in Reykjavík, 2 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, Bus Hostel Reykjavik - Reykjavik Terminal provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. This 3-star hostel offers a concierge service and a tour desk. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

everything was quite perfect! no complaint whatsoever.

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7.8
Good
1,736 reviews
Price from
€ 43.85
per night

Each simply furnished guest room at Student Hostel provides garden or city views. Bathroom facilities are shared.

Lake Tjörnin is just 50 metres away. The National Museum of Iceland is a 2-minute walk from Student Hostel and the Hallgrímskirkja Church is 1 km away.

kitchen is always clean, the same as the bathroom

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8.6
Fabulous
789 reviews
Price from
€ 129.73
per night

The modern B14 Hostel is 2.8 km from Laugavegur, Reykjavik's main street and offers free WiFi, parking and a well-equipped communal kitchen. Laugardalur Swimming Pool is 2.3 km away.

B14 Hostel’s basic rooms offer budget accommodation with access to shared bathroom facilities. Guests also have access to both a lounge and dining area.

Quiet place, free parking, clean rooms, showers and toilets. Comfortable beds. New kitchen with new appliances.

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8
Very good
325 reviews
Price from
€ 55
per night

Baron's Hostel is well set in the centre of Reykjavík, and provides a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property is located 2.6 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, 47 km from Blue Lagoon and 800 metres from Reykjavik Art Museum: Kjarvalsstadir. The property is close to popular attractions like Laugavegur Shopping Street, Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre and Reykjavik Old Harbour.

Staff and location. Friendly and very nice decoration

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8.6
Fabulous
2,109 reviews
Price from
€ 46.41
per night

Situated in Reykjavík, 2.8 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, Hostel B47 features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 500 metres from Hallgrímskirkja Church, and within less than 1 km of the city centre.

everything was perfect . location , facilities, clean thick sheets and towels. we got a shared room and bath. however there is alot of wc and showers in all corners so you dont have to worry about waiting for your turn. conveniently with a cozy resto in d lobby. i would have booked my stay longer here if u had known.

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7.9
Good
4,581 reviews
Price from
€ 29.90
per night

Conveniently located in the Reykjavík East district of Reykjavík, Fox Hotel is set 2.8 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, 1.2 km from Solfar Sun Voyager and 1 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church. The property is located 47 km from Blue Lagoon, 1.8 km from Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre and 2.6 km from Reykjavik Old Harbour. Private parking is available on site.

All guest rooms at the hostel come with a shared bathroom fitted with a shower.

Quiet location but easy to get to shops and sights. Simple but very clean room. Ver friendly and helpful hostess Mas. Really welcoming and relaxed atmosphere.

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6.4
Review score
88 reviews
Price from
€ 29.49
per night

Well situated in the Reykjavík East district of Reykjavík, Holiday Hostel is set 2.8 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, 1.2 km from Solfar Sun Voyager and 1 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church. The property is located 47 km from Blue Lagoon, 1.8 km from Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre and 2.5 km from Reykjavik Old Harbour. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

Nice and clean hostel. Friendly staff. :)

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5.8
Review score
39 reviews
Price from
€ 29.49
per night

Set just 250 meters from Laugarvegur shopping street, this central Reykjavik hostel offers guest rooms and dormitory rooms with free Wi-Fi access. Harpa Concert Hall is 1 km away.

A seating area and a wardrobe feature in all rooms at Kex Hostel. Some rooms have a private bathroom with shower.

Having social events in the hostel was super appreciated!

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7.9
Good
4,355 reviews
Price from
€ 31
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Hafnarfjördur

  • Avg. price/night: € 208.05
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,788 reviews
    Charming boutique hotel. Great location, very friendly and informative staff! We stayed in a cabin that although small and basic, was meticulously clean. The shower pressure is amazing although the water has a sulfur smell which apparently is common for the area. We had to leave for the airport before breakfast and they were kind enough to make us a sandwich to take with us. We rented a car and there was plenty of parking.
    Lori
    Young couple
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 41 reviews
    The best apartment we have ever stayed in. Perfect location with excellent decor. It made our holiday so relaxing to come back to such a beautiful place. So comfortable with everything you could possibly need. Great location if you have a hire car as 10-15 mins drive to Reykjavik. Lots of facilities nearby. Close to restaurants. We loved sitting by the windows watching the water and occasional seal in the Harbour. Super clean. Just perfect.
    Wendy
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 208.05
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,788 reviews
    Great location, with easy access to both the airport bus stops right outside the front of the hotel) and public transport buses (less than 5 minutes walk). Friendly staff. Very clean. Interesting display cabinets around the ground floor . Nice and warm given it was very cold and snowing outside. Comfortable bed and room was dark and quiet at night. Felt comfortable being here as a solo traveller. Hairdryer in bathroom.
    Nicola
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 208.05
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,788 reviews
    Great location and decor! Nice and clean.
    Gemma
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 208.05
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,788 reviews
    Great location and the room set up was excellent plenty of facilities offered very comfortable and clean!
    Sarah
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 208.05
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,788 reviews
    Great location, super sweet concept, very friendlt staff and great breakfast
    Dila
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: € 212
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,288 reviews
    Great location,beds were so comfortable and very clean.
    Kayleigh
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 395
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 50 reviews
    Really lovely cabin, really well equipped and great location. The cabin was clean, well decorated and really nicely furnished.
    Rhiannon
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 208.05
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,788 reviews
    Great location Easy check in Viking look. Little spa and sauna Good breakfast and marvellous restaurant. Parking besides
    GONZALO ALDANA
    Family with young children
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 375 reviews
    Hraun is a nice budget hotel close to the airport and to Reikiavik downtown. An excellent place to start your journey without entering Reikiavik. The hotel is modern, clean and buffet breakfast is included. Price is also very reasonable considering you are in Iceland. Staff is very polite and reception is open all night. Very convenient when you have a late flight,
    Tomas
    Solo traveller