Reykjavik Downtown Hostel
Reykjavík Downtown
Vesturgata 17
101 Reykjavík
Iceland
Tel.
+354 553 8120
Fax.
+354 553 8121
Customer Rating
| 95% | |
| 94% | |
| 89% | |
| 92% | |
| 92% | |
| 97% |
Now one year old, Reykjavík Downtown Hostel has firmly established itself as one of the most highly recommended Hostelling International hostels in the world. In the heart of the city of Reykjavík, a stones throw from the old harbour, a short walk from the main shopping streets and from many of the city's cultural centres, the hostel could barely be more ideally situated.
Housed in a beautifully renovated building in Reykjavík's old town, the hostel provides comfortable, modern accommodation. Facilities include free WiFi and a guest computer at reception, a coffee bar, a TV and a fully equipped guest kitchen and lounge. The hostel boasts spacious 4 and 10 bedded dorms, all with guest lockers, family rooms which accommodate up to 5 persons, and double rooms with shared or private facilities. Some rooms have spectacular views over the old harbour, Reykjavík bay and Mt. Esja.
The hostel also operates as an information centre and the friendly and knowledgeable staff are happy to recommend and arrange tours for you and give advice on the attractions of the area. Local excursions, sightseeing tours and activity and adventure tours can all be booked at reception, as well as car, motorbike and bicycle rental and local transportation. All tours and rentals include pick-up from the hostel.
The hostel is open 24 hours a day, all year round. Check-in is possible any time after 14.00. The FlyBus from Keflavik international airport has departures corresponding to all flights, and for a small extra charge, will also bring you to/from the door of the hostel. If you have a car, you will find metered parking directly outside the hostel which is free on evenings and Sundays. Otherwise, free parking is always available only a short walk away.
Reykjavík Downtown Hostel is a Swan certified hostel. Swan certification is a trusted ecological label in the Nordic countries, which demonstrates a well considered and thorough environmental policy. Guests at the hostel can enjoy quality facilities and service and know that the utmost has been done to minimise the impact their stay has on the environment. It is hoped that guests will assist in maintaining the hostel's ecological standards.
***Please note when booking online: Prices shown are HI members prices for all guests over 12 years of age. Non HI members are required to pay a 600-1100 ISK non-member surcharge per night on arrival, or buy an international HI membership card which will be valid internationally for 1 year.***
Housed in a beautifully renovated building in Reykjavík's old town, the hostel provides comfortable, modern accommodation. Facilities include free WiFi and a guest computer at reception, a coffee bar, a TV and a fully equipped guest kitchen and lounge. The hostel boasts spacious 4 and 10 bedded dorms, all with guest lockers, family rooms which accommodate up to 5 persons, and double rooms with shared or private facilities. Some rooms have spectacular views over the old harbour, Reykjavík bay and Mt. Esja.
The hostel also operates as an information centre and the friendly and knowledgeable staff are happy to recommend and arrange tours for you and give advice on the attractions of the area. Local excursions, sightseeing tours and activity and adventure tours can all be booked at reception, as well as car, motorbike and bicycle rental and local transportation. All tours and rentals include pick-up from the hostel.
The hostel is open 24 hours a day, all year round. Check-in is possible any time after 14.00. The FlyBus from Keflavik international airport has departures corresponding to all flights, and for a small extra charge, will also bring you to/from the door of the hostel. If you have a car, you will find metered parking directly outside the hostel which is free on evenings and Sundays. Otherwise, free parking is always available only a short walk away.
Reykjavík Downtown Hostel is a Swan certified hostel. Swan certification is a trusted ecological label in the Nordic countries, which demonstrates a well considered and thorough environmental policy. Guests at the hostel can enjoy quality facilities and service and know that the utmost has been done to minimise the impact their stay has on the environment. It is hoped that guests will assist in maintaining the hostel's ecological standards.
***Please note when booking online: Prices shown are HI members prices for all guests over 12 years of age. Non HI members are required to pay a 600-1100 ISK non-member surcharge per night on arrival, or buy an international HI membership card which will be valid internationally for 1 year.***
Hostel bed capacity
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Total beds |
| Number of rooms: | 12 | 3 | 6 | 68 |
Opening times
| Opening times (daily/weekly): | There is a receptionist on duty or a night watch available 24hours. You should not worry about checking in late. Reception is open 08:00-24:00 Night Security 24:00-08:00 |
Street Map and Route Planning
Directions
| Bus: | Two different bus types operating in Iceland. The first are the local city buses, called Stræto. The reach some of the outer suburbs and all the way to Selfoss and Akranes. The schedules and routes can be found on www.bus.is The latter are more like tour buses and are operated by various companies to most corners of the country. From Reykjavík they depart from the BSÍ terminal. Schedules and more information can be found at www.bsi.is. |
| Parking: | Metered street parking is available in front of the hostel, and there a few larger metered lots throughout the city. Rates vary by location. |
| Location: | Downtown. In the center of everything. |
| Airport: | Transportation from the airport is via the FlyBus and Airport Express, two services that connect with every incoming flight and delivers you to our doorstep. A return service is available as well, and can be arranged the day before your departure from the hostel reception. There will always be somebody on duty for check-in, regardless of arrival time. |
Attractions
 | Cultural centre nearby | | Museums/art galleries nearby |
| City centre location | | Historical sites nearby |
| River/harbour/lake nearby | | Main attractions nearby |
| Nightlife nearby | | Restaurants nearby |
| Shopping centre/market nearby | | Leisure facilities nearby |
| Meet other travellers! Read their tips for things to do in Reykjavík Downtown |
Facilities
 | Family rooms available |  | Hostel open 24h |
 | Sheets for hire |  | TV room |
 | Self-catering kitchen |  | Groups welcome |
 | Common room(s) |  | Travel/Tour bureau |
 | Laundry facilities |  | Cycle rental available at or near the hostel |
 | Internet access |  | Credit card accepted |
 | Café/Bar |  | Currency exchange at or near hostel |
 | Female only |  | Individual traveller welcome |
 | Luggage Store |  | Lockers available |
 | Non smoking room/area |  | Basic store available at or near the hostel |
 | Green Hostel |  | Rates include local tax |
Customer Reviews Reykjavík Downtown
| 05 Feb 2012 Sebastien, France | 97% | |
| Had a very nice time at Downtown Hostel, very helpful and friendly staff. | ||
| 01 Feb 2012 Catherine, Germany | 100% | |
| It's a very nice hostel with great and friendly staff. I don't have any complaints but a recommondation: pictures on the wall in the private rooms and a little light next to the bed would make the room even more comfortable. It was very, very basic (compared to the private rooms at the San Francisco Downtown Hostel)! Hostel response: | ||
| 31 Jan 2012 Jaap, Netherlands | 80% | |
| Bedlinen for 950ISK and getting only a sheet and a towel (which I didn't need) is rather expensive. A pillow and a blanket are included in the standard fare. If I would have known this before I wouldn't have taken the bedlinen, a blanket is enough if you only stay 1 night. | ||
| 26 Jan 2012 Megan, England & Wales | 80% | |
| Really liked the bathroom. I stayed in a dorm but the bathroom was really nice. Not disgusting in the slightest. Only one computer for internet access, if that bothers you. Only thing that put me off was the communal areas. Didn't exactly have an exciting vibe, which is what I prefer. It has more of a clean, cool & relaxed vibe which is good for many people. And the staff are very helpful. | ||
| 18 Jan 2012 Anne Marie, Canada | 100% | |
| We really loved our stay at the HI at Reykjavik. The hostel is very well located and the staff we have met very very friendly. We had a double room with bathroom and it was tidy and comfy.
Thank you very much, we will recommand for sure this great place to our friends and family! | ||
| 17 Jan 2012 Natascha, England & Wales | 97% | |
| The staff were wonderful, friendly and helpful. nothing was too much trouble. fantastic! | ||
| 13 Jan 2012 Leandra, Canada | 90% | |
| Wonderful! One of my all time favorite hostels. The staff was excellent and I was able to check in early as my flight arrived early in the morning. | ||
| 05 Jan 2012 Carole, USA | 100% | |
| I loved this hostel. All of the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. I would not hesitate to recommend the Reykjavik Downtown Hostel to friends. | ||
| 05 Jan 2012 Winifred, USA | 100% | |
| The staff was friendly and helpful. The hostel is very conveniently located. | ||
| 03 Jan 2012 Sean, USA | 97% | |
| This is without a doubt one of the best hostels I've ever stayed at. The staff members are friendly and helpful, and the location is simply unbeatable. This was my second stay here in two years. I had such a great time here the first trip, when it came time to plan for a second I didn't even consider anywhere else. And it was a wonderful place to spend New Year's Eve...the staff made it a lot of fun! Hostel response: | ||
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