Reykjavik City Hostel
Reykjavík City
Sundlaugavegur 34
105 Reykjavík
Iceland
Tel.
(+354) 553 8110
Fax.
(+354) 588 9201
Customer Rating
| 94% | |
| 91% | |
| 84% | |
| 86% | |
| 89% | |
| 78% |
Reykjavík City hostel is the perfect choice for travellers seeking good company and affordable quality while enjoying all that Reykjavík has to offer. The hostel is one of the HI network if hostels in Iceland and one of two hostels in Reykavik. The hostel is situated in the Laugardalur Park, the city´s main recreation area, and next door to the national football stadium and the biggest geothermal swimming pool in Reykjavík. It is conveniently close to the city centre – 10 minutes on the number 14 bus will take you right to the heart of the downtown and the city´s exuberant nightlife. Those seeking a real downtown location and a bigger range for comfortable double rooms should look for availabilites in our new Reykjavik Downtown Hostel.
The Reykavik City hostel´s facilities include internet access and free WIFI in common areas, coffee bar, TV, conference room with projector for power-point presentations and our regular cinema evenings, 3 fully-equipped guest kitchens, lockers and laundry. Rooms in the hostel are 2-6 bedded rooms; all 2- and 4-bedded rooms have ensuite facilities. The hostel reception operates a travel agency offering bus passes, bikes, rental cars and the most exciting daytours, many with a free pick-up service. Check out our recreation program on arrival, called "the Hostel Menu".
The hostel is open 24 hours a day all year round. Check-in is possible any time after 14.00. The FlyBus runs, upon request, between the hostel and Keflavik International Airport to a schedule connecting with every flight.
Our aim is to contribute towards a style of travelling that increases people's knowledge of their environment, concern for nature and respect for the cultural values of cities and towns in all parts of the world. The hostel is a certified Swan Ecolabelled Hostel and has been awarded the HI Quality Certificate. We look forward to welcoming you! Your affordable quality bed in the city!
***Special Attention: Prices shown are HI membership prices for +12 years. Non HI members pay 600-1000 ISK "nonmembers charge" per night on arrival or buy an international HI membership card which will be valid for 1 year all around the world.***
The Reykavik City hostel´s facilities include internet access and free WIFI in common areas, coffee bar, TV, conference room with projector for power-point presentations and our regular cinema evenings, 3 fully-equipped guest kitchens, lockers and laundry. Rooms in the hostel are 2-6 bedded rooms; all 2- and 4-bedded rooms have ensuite facilities. The hostel reception operates a travel agency offering bus passes, bikes, rental cars and the most exciting daytours, many with a free pick-up service. Check out our recreation program on arrival, called "the Hostel Menu".
The hostel is open 24 hours a day all year round. Check-in is possible any time after 14.00. The FlyBus runs, upon request, between the hostel and Keflavik International Airport to a schedule connecting with every flight.
Our aim is to contribute towards a style of travelling that increases people's knowledge of their environment, concern for nature and respect for the cultural values of cities and towns in all parts of the world. The hostel is a certified Swan Ecolabelled Hostel and has been awarded the HI Quality Certificate. We look forward to welcoming you! Your affordable quality bed in the city!
***Special Attention: Prices shown are HI membership prices for +12 years. Non HI members pay 600-1000 ISK "nonmembers charge" per night on arrival or buy an international HI membership card which will be valid for 1 year all around the world.***
Hostel bed capacity
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Total beds |
| Number of rooms: | 8 | 2 | 18 | 2 | 11 | 180 |
Opening times
| Opening times (daily/weekly): | 24 hours access to Hostel. Check in is any time after 14:00. Reception open: 08:00 to 24:00. Night security: 24:00 to 08:00. |
| Opening times (over the year): | Open all year around. |
Street Map and Route Planning
Directions
| Bus: | Bus no. 14 takes you to the city centre and Bus centre station in approx. 10 minutes leaving from in front of the Hostel every 15-30 min. |
| Parking: | Free parking at the hostel |
| Location: | 3 km east of the city centre in Laugardalur Park. 30 minutes walk to Laekjartorg Centre. Laugardalur swimming pools, spa and gym facility, campground, skating hall, the national football stadium, sport facilites, botanic garden, zoo... 150 m. |
| Airport: | 50km: The airport transfer "FlyBus" from Keflavik Int. Airport operates all year daily to Reykjavik (50 min) in connection with all arriving flights. The Flybus brings you all the way to the Hostel upon request. 3km: Reykjavik Domestic Airport |
Attractions
 | Museums/art galleries nearby | | Hiking area |
| Main attractions nearby | | Swimming pool at or near hostel |
| Nightlife nearby | | Botanical gardens nearby |
| Restaurants nearby | | Shopping centre/market nearby |
| Leisure facilities nearby | | Winter sports |
| Meet other travellers! Read their tips for things to do in Reykjavík City |
Facilities
 | Family rooms available |  | Suitable for wheelchair users |
 | 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 |  | Male only |
 | Female only |  | Games room |
 | Individual traveller welcome |  | Luggage Store |
 | Lockers available |  | Non smoking room/area |
 | Basic store available at or near the hostel |  | Garden |
 | Green Hostel |  | Playground |
 | Rates include local tax |  | Cycle store at Hostel |
 | BBQ |
Customer Reviews Reykjavík City
| 11 Jan 2012 Federico, Italy | 57% | |
| Hello dear, I would mention that my stayed was for 10 nights in total and not 5 only;
overall the staying was good, nice people working here as well as nice play;
in future I wish to see perhaps, a couple of recycled bins for plastic and paper present in each room and a bit of more consideration regarding the cleaning, especially in the rooms
(In the 10 days, nobody passed to broom the room!)
thanks for your interest and hospitality
Federico De Cicco | ||
| 06 Jan 2012 Mathew, Canada | 80% | |
| always enjoy my stay | ||
| 04 Jan 2012 Maxence, France | 80% | |
| No smile and minimum informations but efficient service. The room wasn't clean everyday. | ||
| 02 Jan 2012 Anne, England & Wales | 100% | |
| I actually stayed 11 nights. I was supposed to stay in the Downtown hostel for the last 4 nights as I was unable to book 11 nights on the website. I was happy with this hostel and the staff were easily able to change my booking so I could stay here for longer. | ||
| 23 Dec 2011 Laura, England & Wales | 97% | |
| We were very impressed by how helpful the staff were. | ||
| 16 Dec 2011 Laura, England & Wales | 97% | |
| The staff were very friendly and more than happy to help with anything. | ||
| 02 Dec 2011 Barbara, Canada | 97% | |
| Clean friendly good place to stay; we had a car so distance from city centre not an issue; we walked to town in the snow and it wasn't too bad, either. Would definitely stay there againb. | ||
| 21 Nov 2011 Lin, Taiwan | 93% | |
| A hostel just like a sweet home, i really love here although it's a little bit far from down town. Hostel response: | ||
| 30 Oct 2011 Susan, USA | 100% | |
| Excellent place with a most helpful staff. I loved the location--next to the pool! And breakfast was delicious and a good value. I especially loved the barley! | ||
| 29 Oct 2011 Lena, England & Wales | 97% | |
| This was the first time I used YHA since I was a teenage. I'm 46 year old now and was really impressed by the whole experience. Will definately be returning!
A big, 'thank you to all.' Hostel response: | ||
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