Start Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Reykjanesbær with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Living area
Property grounds
Free daily continental breakfast
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Lobby
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
Lindarbraut, Southern Peninsula, Reykjanesbær
  • Popular LocationThe Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll5 min drive
  • Popular LocationViking World Museum6 min drive
  • AirportReykjavik (KEF-Keflavik Intl.)8 min drive
  • Popular LocationGiantess Cave9 min drive

Room options

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

9.7/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

Triple Room, Non Smoking

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

Family Room, Private Bathroom

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

Shared Dormitory, Women only

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

Shared Dormitory, Men only

9/10 Wonderful

Highlights

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

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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.

What's nearby

  • Stekkjarkot - 4 min drive
  • 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

Getting around

  • Keflavik International Airport (KEF) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loksins Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Loksins Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Nord - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Joe & The Juice - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mathús US/CA departures - ‬10 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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

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. Contactless check-out is available.

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 4 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Start Hostel on 12 June 2024 start from AU$230.60, 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

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 374 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 374 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 374 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 374 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 374 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners and staff went above and beyond to make sure our stay was comfortable. They gave us information about the city/ country. They helped me getting in and out of our rental van, provided a step stool as well. I could not thank them enough for their hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anekha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buena relación precio calidad 👌
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Judson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very near the airport with 24 hour check-in, which was great because we had a late flight and taxis are so expensive in Iceland. Breakfast was also good. Price/checkout was confusing because it is difficult to track price on hotels.com, account for currency in ISK, which fluctuates substantially daily, convert to Euros, then to USD.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Next to the airport,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffry James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, fresh sheets , good breakfast Close to airport.... Quick check in Comfy beds........
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

changchao dennis

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Good proximity to the airport for people who need to catch early flight. Good breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here 1 night on an 18 hour layover. It is close to the airport and was easy to get to late at night after our flight got in. The guy at the front desk was friendly and quick checking us in. The breakfast was adequate and about what we expected. My husband thought the price was a little high, but then we read that Iceland is expensive. So for Iceland it’s probably priced normally. We stayed in a family room that would have slept 5, but our party only had 4. Overall I would stay here again. The beds and pillows were comfortable and we all slept well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023