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Start Hostel

2.0 star property
Reykjanesbær hostel with bar/lounge

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Living area
Lobby
Interior
Fridge, microwave
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Laundry service
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Playground on site
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The price is $128
includes taxes & fees
$109 per night
Feb 5 - Feb 6

Room options

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

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 215 sq ft
  • 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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 322 sq ft
  • 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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 215 sq ft
  • 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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 323 sq ft
  • 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
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 484 sq ft
  • 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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 452 sq ft
  • 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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 323 sq ft
  • 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

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Lindarbraut, Southern Peninsula, Reykjanesbær

What's nearby

  • Stekkjarkot - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Viking World Museum - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Reykjanes Art Museum - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Giantess Cave - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Blue Lagoon - 18 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 8 min drive
  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loksins Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hamborgarabúlla Tómasar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mathus - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Domino´s - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Start Hostel

When visiting Reykjanesbær, Start Hostel is a great choice to consider. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and continental breakfast is available daily. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights. The helpful staff and airport proximity get good marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English, Icelandic, Japanese, Polish, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 24 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 2 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 4:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Playground

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Bicycle parking
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable tableware only

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Roll-in shower

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ISK 2200 for adults and ISK 2200 for children

Policies

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

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

Does Start Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Start Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Start Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Start Hostel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Start Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Start Hostel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for super early flights out of KEF
Easy to check in, the place was very well kept & the staff was very friendly. They had a small continental breakfast available by 4am for those of us leaving on the super early flights out of KEF which was appreciated.
Scott, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Zixuan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Jordan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Easy access from airport
Pavithra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay near the airport. Nice breakfast in the morning.
Debra, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The staff was extremely helpful all around. I had an overnight layover with no service and they ordered my cab to the airport for me. As a heads up, a cab ride to this hostel is rightly $30-40 usd and it is extremely cold both outside and inside the hostel. I’m glad I brought an extra blanket because frankly it felt almost as cold as outside and the blanket provided slides off of your body at night. The rooms are small and there isn’t much room for you to actually place your bag down and gather your things, if you are staying in a 4 bed room like I did, without being in the walkway. They had a pleasant array of breakfast items in the morning. Unfortunately I was allergic to a great bit of what was offered so I couldn’t enjoy it as much as I would’ve hoped.
Kendra, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

We were a little cold
tandy, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hostel … possibly one of the very best I’ve ever been in. Incredibly clean and says was extremely kind, helpful and sweet.
Asbel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place, the bed look small but after you get in was so comfortable, I had a really nice sleep , I would definitely recommend this place, also the lady and gentleman at the reception were very friendly and nice
Jason, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Too small for two people.
Charles E. Sullivan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Washroom is shared, my problem, I did not check carefully, they said that. Breakfast is not too much, but for the price I paid, it’s normal, I believe.
Shengbiao, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

On our trip the was my biggest concern, staying in a hostel with an 84 year old women. Boy was I wrong this place was excellent, clean, awesome breakfast and close to airport. We stayed in a five single bed room with private bathroom. Shower is a little high step to get into but other than that the people were great and helpful and delicious breakfast starting at 4am for our early flight. Situated on an old US Air Force station I questioned it when driving in but will not make that mistake again
Tim, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

honestly, this was my first time staying in a hostel, so I don't have the proper context to compare hostel to hostel, but comparing to a hotel, Start hostel was clean, quiet, I felt safe, the staff was friendly, the rooms were clean, simply decorated with just what you need. Beds were comfy. Though the bathroom maybe seemed a little dated, everything was clean and in working order. The room had plenty of outlets/ plugs and even had USB ports, so we could easily plug in our cell phones for charging without a converter. The breakfasts was an elevated continental offering with hot and cold cereals, a variety of baked goods, a large assortment of fresh fruit, breakfast meat (cold not hot, so no bacon or sausage) and hard boiled eggs, plus Coffee, tea, etc. We stayed one night, so that we were close to the airport for our flight the next morning. It was perfect because we also had a reservation for the Blue Lagoon the night before, and Start hostel was a quick drive over and back. WE had a family suite which had lots of space including 2 bedrooms. I would definitely stay here again for convenience to the airport!
Stacy, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

ling, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jessica, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great overall stay
It was a great stay overall, Syzmon at the front desk was very informative and helpful with everything upon Check in and check out, even had some great advice about the blue lagoon and transportation. Would Stay again.
adam, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Most friendly and helpful staff.
J, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The room very clean.
1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

nice suprise
we booked this hotel as it was close to airport and we arrived during the night. the receptionist was very friendly. having stayed in 4 location whilst visiting Iceland, always booking rooms with two single beds and separate bedrooms, typically in 3-4 star accommodations. I could say this was really a good hotel. the room was spacious and clean (no tv but didn't needed one). bathroom had a bathtub. also the room had a fridge which was useful as we had some leftover food. The nice surprise was that in the morning we had breakfast which was the most varied whilst we were in Iceland. cherry tomatoes, several types of cheese and eggs, and also several types pastries.
Christian, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel near airport
Great place to stay near the airport, specially For early flights
Frederico, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast was wonderful and the staff friendly and helpful.
Brenda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kevin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent! They also did our laundry!!
LeAnn, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

awesome stay, very close to the airport and they staff was very friendly
Tiffany, 1-night trip
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