Akureyri Hostel

2.5 star property
Guesthouse in Akureyri with free parking

Room options

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
11 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
11 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
11 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
11 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Twin Room, Private Bathroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Small Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Small Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
11 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Laptop workspace
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Laptop workspace
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the area

Akureyri

Akureyri Hostel places you in the centre of Akureyri, within just a 15-minute stroll of Glerártorg and University of Akureyri. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Akureyri guest house include Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall and Centre for Visual Arts.
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What's nearby

  • University of Akureyri - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Akureyri Church - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Akureyri Botanical Garden - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Forest Lagoon - 8 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Akureyri (AEY) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Centrum Kitchen & Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Akureyri Backpackers - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Víking - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ak-inn - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pylsuvagninn Hafnarstræti - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Akureyri Hostel

Guesthouse in Akureyri with free parking
Akureyri Hostel offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Akureyri Hostel also features a picnic area, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This Akureyri guest house is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1967
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
Akureyri Hostel offers 18 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Akureyri guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site

Things to do

  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1967
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property's breakfast is served at a nearby café, located 600 m away.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Akureyri Hostel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Towels fee: ISK 0 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Akureyri Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Akureyri
Akureyri Hostel Akureyri
Akureyri Hostel Guesthouse
Akureyri Hostel Akureyri
Akureyri Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Akureyri Hostel Guesthouse Akureyri

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Akureyri Hostel?

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

Is parking available at Akureyri Hostel?

Yep, Akureyri Hostel has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Akureyri Hostel?

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

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

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Akureyri Hostel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Akureyri Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 138 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MATT

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was surprised by how nice this property was. Our room even had a couch in it. The kitchen was well equipped. I wish we were able to stay more than one night!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sameer

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean space, very secure locks on the doors, we stayed for 1 night in this location and it was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never got a confirmation email from the property and never received check in information. Had to work with Expedia to get the information while standing outside in the cold while it was raining. Nothing like being in a foreign country without cell phone signal and having no way to get into the hotel. Everything else about the location was just fine
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Gavin

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall quite happy eith the experience, but i never received an email with check in instructions prior to arrival, and with this being a completley remote check in, cause me to have to jump through some extra hoops to get my room. The property operator did answer the phone and sort it out quite quickly though!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would strongly recommend this hostel to anyone traveling in Akureyri! It is far and away the best hostel I've ever stayed in (and honestly closer to a hotel than most). The common areas are kept meticulously clean, and are decorated beautifully. The kitchen is fully furnished with multiple cooktops, fridges, and sinks. I stayed in a room with two twin beds, and it also had a desk, TV, and small sink (one of my favorite amenities). The bathrooms are stylish and always clean. Truly a fabulous place!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael & Nicholas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The second time we stayed here within a week, as we came back to Akureyri and really loved this place. However, we were placed in a larger room with a bunk and two single beds. As we are a couple, we wanted a double bed, in a standard twin room. However, when we called the property, they insisted that this room was an 'upgrade.' We had to sleep on separate beds, and we didn't need such a big room. We also didn't have a sink in this room, which we had on our previous stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael & Nicholas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really nice stay at Akureyri HI Hostel, with very modern facilities and decor in all rooms. The kitchen was very well equipped, and the freebies (tea, filter coffee, hot chocolate, and cereal) were very much appreciated. We also had a sink in our room, and bathrooms were all very convenient. Secure keyless access to the main building and room (using the same code). A very easy, comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So pretty and I love the books!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel exceeded all expectations. The room was well presented and clean. The kitchen and bathroom facilities were exceptional. Everything you could need and more. Check in was simple and code came through well in advance. Would definitely come back here again 😊
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet. Modern bathrooms. Kitchen is well appointed with all you need. Close to a Bonus supermarket.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

PEISHAN

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

10/10 Excellent

FUHSIANG

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Monica

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rigved

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean rooms with many bathrooms and WCs. Looks very modern. Has gas station with casual restaurant right across the street
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis, Canton

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ver good value. Clean and warm
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

bob, Rockville

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
11/10 recommend best hostel I stayed at in all of Iceland

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value 2 star property and on a convenient location for shops and a bus ride from the airport. However, it good do with more than just one shared shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

will

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and spacious enough for my 3 friends and I to be comfortable. Everyone I spoke to were friendly. It was easy to walk from there to almost anywhere we went for those few days. I’d definitely recommend this hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Affordable, safe, comfortable stay

It was comfortable and the woman in reception was super helpful in steering us toward the best places to see northern lights, which natural areas to visit, etc. It wasn’t really walkable to anything, so I think in the future I’d stay somewhere more central. Compared to other hostels, the bathrooms weren’t as convenient on the 1st floor, but the kitchen was spacious and clean and overall a good experience
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022