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Start Hostel

Property class: 2

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A buffet with various food items and beverages.
A kiosk with various snacks and drinks, including chips, pasta, noodles, and beverages, displayed on a chalkboard wall.
A reception area with a check-in counter, a wall clock, and a flag.
A modern building with the sign "START" on the facade, featuring a flat roof and large windows.
A room with a wooden table, two green armchairs, a painting of a seascape, and a window with a view of a building.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$255
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Explore the area

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Lindarbraut, Southern Peninsula, Reykjanesbær
  • Place, Útsýnissvæði
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Stekkjarkot
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reykjavik (KEF-Keflavik Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

A hotel room with a bed, a headboard, a wall-mounted picture, and a window with curtains.

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a unique wall design with triangular light fixtures.

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a TV.

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

A hotel room with two single beds, a sofa, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Private Bathroom

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a headboard with a geometric design, and a window with curtains.

Family Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Beds OR 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Men only

A room with two beds, a table with chairs, a fan, and a potted plant.

Shared Dormitory, Men only

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only

A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, and chairs.

Shared Dormitory, Women only

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Triple Room, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a unique wooden headboard, two beds with white linens, and a small bedside table.

Triple Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 3 Single Beds

About the area

Reykjanesbær

At Start Hostel you'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Stekkjarkot. Highlights at this hostel include free self-parking 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. Continental breakfast is available daily between 4:00 AM and 9:30 AM. .With a stay at this Reykjanesbær hostel, you'll be 19.8 km (12.3 mi) from Blue Lagoon.
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What's nearby

  • Útsýnissvæði - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Stekkjarkot - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Viking World Museum - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Giantess Cave - 11 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Keflavik International Airport (KEF) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jómfrúin - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sbarro - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kvikk Café - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Loksins Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Point - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Start Hostel

There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Start Hostel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Reykjanesbær hostel.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • 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. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of bedsheets can be requested. 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 uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 4:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ISK 2,900 for adults and ISK 2,900 for children
  • 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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

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

Guests will receive key retrieval information

If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately ISK 2900 for adults and from ISK 2900 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. 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 13 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Start Hostel on 1 Oct 2026 start from AU$255, 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.

Is parking available at Start Hostel?

Yep, Start Hostel has a free self car park.

Does Start Hostel serve breakfast?

You bet, our visitors enjoy the 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. 361 out of 527 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 135 out of 527 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 527 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 527 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 527 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Szymon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was really surprised by how comfortable the bed was for a hostel, we rested really good after our 7h flight, also very close to the airport highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kalindi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super helpful staff. Helped with booking things. Get the breakfast, cheaper than anywhere else and good selection
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! They have all you need to cook.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were fantastic, checking in at two am and being greeted enthusiastically. Everything was clean and tidy. The breakfast buffet was quite good and starting at four am is a bonus for anyone leaving early. I would definitely recommend this hotel/hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice stay, breakfast is not great but overall this was ok and we paid for what we were looking for.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend this hostel. Staying at a hostel is not something I've done, but this was a lovely experience. The staff are helpful and cheerful and kind. The place is clean and well equipped and filled with homey joy. It was exactly what I needed as a female traveling alone with a long layover in Iceland. I would definitely repeat this experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to airport, clean and comfortable room, easy to check in, and excellent morning breakfast option Highly revommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Expedia was wrong that there is no shuttle, and breakfast was not included.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay - clean, nice breakfast, good beds, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lyudmil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable spacious rooms, very friendly staff. Close to airport, perfect for short stay between connection flihts
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

xinran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a private room with bathroom. Cooking area available, clean room, close to airport.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very simple accommodations but perfect if you want to nap during a long layover or before/after a long flight before exploring the rest of the Iceland
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay! Close to the airport, accommodating staff, and yummy free breakfast. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nils

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel was very clean, breakfast very good, staff very kindly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria Fernanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good American breakfast and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra

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

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean property with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monique yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean room, good breakfast, helpful & friendly personel.
Relaxing in the Sun outside the hostel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All we needed for the last night of our trip. The room was much nicer than I expected. Good value here and right near the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Had a great time staff was very friendly 😁
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022