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Start Hostel

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

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Living area
Property grounds
Daily continental breakfast (ISK 2200 per person)
Reception
Fridge, microwave
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 HK$1,063
HK$1,252 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

Triple Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
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 curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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

Family Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds OR 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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

Shared Dormitory, Women only

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Shared Dormitory, Men only

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds
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About the area

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

  • Keflavik International Airport (KEF) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loksins Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪elda - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪JOE & THE JUICE - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hamborgarabúlla Tómasar - ‬6 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 such as:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and bike parking
  • Multilingual staff, tour/ticket information and coffee/tea in reception
  • A 24-hour front desk, a TV in reception and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Start Hostel feature comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
  • 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 transport

  • No on-site 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.
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

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

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.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately ISK 2200 for adults and from 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 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 9 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Start Hostel on 30 Sept 2025 start from HK$1,063.49, 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?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Start Hostel located?

Situated near the airport, this hostel is within 3 miles (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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