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The 10 Best Hostels in Hafnarfjörður, 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.

good space for cooking and eating.

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6.8
Review score
54 reviews
Price from
$46
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.

Very friendly staff and close to Perlan.

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5
Review score
839 reviews
Price from
$49
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.

Got a bed in a 4-bed dormitory room. Room was of good size and it doesn't feel cramped, unlike many other hostels. Also the kitchen facilities are good. The bathroom is big and has a toilet next to it, making it more convenient to get toilet business done. And it's clean!

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7.8
Good
1,716 reviews
Price from
$47
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.

Good location, beautiful environment, clean, easy to find

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8.6
Excellent
789 reviews
Price from
$140
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.

Safe, beautifully decorated, comfortable, spacious, friendly staff/fellow traveler’s, a perfect hostel stay!

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8
Very Good
324 reviews
Price from
$59
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.

This was my first solo trip as an 18-year-old, and this property was located in the heart of the city. I didn't realize it at first but as long as you walk less than 10 minutes to the church you can find all the busy tourist streets on the opposite side really quickly. Fair warning all the water in Iceland smells like sulfur, it's not the fault of anyone, but that was the only surprising thing about my stay. Additionally, if you're ever rained or snowed it B47 has a resteraunt on the first floor with a few items you can eat. The vending machines are usually not restocked or at least they weren't during my nine-day stay, but you can again go to the first floor and use the vending machines from the other hostel which isn't too much of a hassle. The staff was good, didn't talk to them once, but you can tell they're thorough. Really recommend this place for solo travelers, but if you're on the fence about mixed vs female-only rooms, go for female-only!!! I did female only four beds and I felt so comfortable and met amazing people from all over the globe also solo traveling.

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8.6
Excellent
2,091 reviews
Price from
$50
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.

very nice and lovely staff, I asked about extra duvet, they provided me without any problem. Guys on the front desk helped me with calling a cab and I had really nice chat with them. I can recommend this hostel, they are trying the best a it is a nice vibes over there.

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7.9
Good
4,557 reviews
Price from
$32
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.

Perfect location, near the centre and also near the ring. Very kind service

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6.4
Review score
88 reviews
Price from
$75
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
$59
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.

The staff was so nice, location is good, very warm environment

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7.9
Good
4,337 reviews
Price from
$30
per night

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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.
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Hostels that guests love in Hafnarfjörður

  • Avg. price/night: $224.29
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,776 reviews
    Great location, friendly staff, super cosy beds. Access to hot tub outside, great viking ornaments all over, great restaurant with rich buffet breakfast. Something a bit different, but great!
    Morana
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $224.29
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,776 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: $224.29
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,776 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $224.29
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,776 reviews
    Great location and decor! Nice and clean.
    Gemma
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $224.29
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,776 reviews
    Great location and the room set up was excellent plenty of facilities offered very comfortable and clean!
    Sarah
    Young couple
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews
    It was a great location for our needs. Very clean and tidy.
    J
    Julie
    Group
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 12 reviews
    Great location, design elements, free parking.
    Pavel
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $224.29
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,776 reviews
    Great location, super sweet concept, very friendlt staff and great breakfast
    Dila
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $237.71
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,284 reviews
    Great locations + on top gym next to hotel Really clean Breakfast top taste
    adam
    Young couple