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Start Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Reykjanesbær with a 24-hour front desk and a bar

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Living area
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave
Reception
Daily continental breakfast (ISK 2200 per person)
Just a stone's throw from the airport, Start Hostel offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and WiFi. Enjoy the playful vibes of this hostel, complete with a playground and bar, while taking advantage of amenities like dry cleaning services and multilingual staff. The helpful staff has left many guests feeling right at home.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is ₩224,551
₩258,424 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Triple Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Family Room, Private Bathroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Family Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds OR 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Bed in Shared Dormitory, Women only | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed in Shared Dormitory, Women only

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bathrooms
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Bed in Shared Dormitory, Men only | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed in Shared Dormitory, Men only

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bathrooms
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Reykjanesbær, Start Hostel is in an area with good airport proximity. The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll and Viking World Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Stekkjarkot and Old Garður Lighthouse.
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Lindarbraut, Southern Peninsula, Reykjanesbær

What's nearby

  • The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Viking World Museum - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Giantess Cave - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Reykjanes Art Museum - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Blue Lagoon - 22 min drive - 21.8 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loksins Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪elda - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪JOE & THE JUICE - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Keflavik Diner - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Start Hostel

Hostel near the airport
A terrace, a playground, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Start Hostel. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and bicycle parking
  • Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A 24-hour front desk, a TV in the lobby, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Start Hostel boast comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • LED light bulbs, communal kitchens, and heating

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 4:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ISK 2,200 for adults and ISK 2,200 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.
  • Elevator
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

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
  • 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 available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately ISK 2200 for adults and ISK 2200 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

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

Is Start Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Start Hostel?

As of Sep 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Start Hostel on Sep 29, 2025 start from ₩224,551, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Start Hostel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Start Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Start Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Start Hostel located?

Situated near the airport, this hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Stekkjarkot, The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll, and Viking World Museum. Útsýnissvæði is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

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Reviews

Start Hostel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 329 out of 482 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 482 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 482 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 482 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 482 reviews

Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was just an overnight stop on the way to the airport. Although there's no airport shuttle they were happy to arrange a taxi and even arranged for us to share with another guest who was going to the airport at the same time
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Babette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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

8/10 Good

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect spot by the airport. Super clean room, well run, great breakfast and shuttle to airport. Exceeded our expectations
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very good inconvenient to the airport. Taxi to & from the airport cost as much as the room. It really is not feasible to take public transportation with luggage. Otherwise the place is a fine budget hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was expecting this to be a regular hostel with shared dorms and things like that but we got our own room which was really great. Checkout was super easy too. I appreciated that the staff doesn’t throw out food and things that people leave in the hostel and it becomes communal property. I wished that breakfast had been complimentary, but I appreciated the free tea and coffee provided. Staff was friendly and patient as well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Excellent service when I arrived late. Comfortable convenient for the airport.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and pleasant!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

xinran

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

8/10 Good

Kamil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
24 hour check in. Great staff. The breakfast was not that great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were big and warm. Free tea and coffee available. Free parking onsite. What I didn't like - you had to pay extra for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location and helpful staff. Clean beds
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good option if you drive
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were incredible and friendly. Didn’t mind me asking a lot of questions and providing some helpful tips for my trip.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Janice

I did not know we would have a shared bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Debra

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

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Exceptionally helpful pleasant staff and a very neat and tidy place. Wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025