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Student hotel & hostel

2.0 star property
This vibrant hub near Reykjavik's landmarks offers helpful staff and excellent dining options, with spaces to work over coffee or explore nearby restaurants

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Located close to Hallgrimskirkja and Harpa, Student Hostel provides free in-room WiFi and a lively atmosphere. Travelers can grab coffee in the lobby or at the on-site cafe, relax in the garden, visit the bar, or enjoy lunch and dinner at Stúdentakjallarinn.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
2 June - 3 June
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - midnight

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 23 August and 31 May.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: ISK 2000 per day
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Frequently asked questions

Is Student Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Student hotel & hostel?

As of 23 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Student hotel & hostel on 2 Jun 2026 start from NZ$231, including 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 Student Hostel?

Self-parking is available for ISK 2000 per day.

What time is check-in at Student Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Student Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Student Hostel located?

Located in Downtown Reykjavik, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of National Museum of Iceland, Reykjavik Harbour and Reykjavik City Hall. Laugavegur and Harpa are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 145 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and very close to bus station and downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mihaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, very nice staff, good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, comfortable, clean rooms, easy checkin and check out
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

palmi phuoc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good locations nearby to the city and everything
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anika

We had a great stay here during our one night in Iceland, reception was very friendly and the rooms and common spaces were nice. Location was also convenient for walking around Reykjavik, would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chih-Yi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location with good price. The shared kitchen was nice and clean, so as the room! Staffs there were all very helpful and responsive
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stay here every year and never have had a problem they are very helpful and the rooms are quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service from the staff was great :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice piano in the lounge. Loved playing it. Good location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I always stay here before and after a long horse ride holiday. It's always the same and very affordable if you don't want to spend a ton of money on a room you will barely be in!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in the newer section and the kitchen was really nice and spacious. It was also quiet at night, and front desk was very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very clean and efficient. Great place and would stay again. Door looks worked well but it would be nice to be able to access the builiding through other doors than just the main door which requires a number of stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. The beds were comfortable. The hostel is close to everything. My only wish is that someone could turn the big light in the sky off when i went to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Praises and accolades to the friendly, helpful staff at the student hostel. The facilities were excellent and the location ideal for walking into town. There was free parking in the adjacent lot, which made it a perfect base for the many day trips we took in Iceland. Highly recommended!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
This is a great hostel to stay in if you’re looking for privacy and a clean/safe experience. I only wish I could have opened the window as the room was a bit stuffy, but other than that I ha
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close and walkable to downtown shopping and food options as well as a lovely park. Having the university right there felt very safe, let alone a good chance for us to see some really neat architecture. The inside of the accommodation and the amenities were so beautiful and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed at this property 5 times when taking students abroad. It is perfect for travelers who do not need bells and whistles. The kitchens are extremely well accommodated and you are sure to meet interesting people there. The rooms are small and efficient, but with great views, clean air, and powerful showers.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place easy walking distance into town very clean shared kitchen plenty of space excelent cooktops fridges cupboards very clean canteen food great and drinks half the price in town bus stop out front Great place to stay staff very good
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great option to stay next to the city and the central bus station (BSÍ) for lesy money. Own sink in the room, only toilet and showers are in an extra room. Very nice kitchens with enough space to store food. Everything clean and new.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is on the uni property and close to BSI for easy access to bus system. Lots to do nearby without being in the tourist area. Quiet and relaxing. Easy walk into town center.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jerry Wayne Eidson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well-maintained no-frills hostel. Safe area with easy parking. The staff were accommodating. Onsite laundry and kitchen area.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfection! Economical, clean, quiet, and short walk (10 min) to BSI bus station to catch Flybus airport shuttle, Golden Circle Tour bus, and transfer to Blue Lagoon. Maybe a 20 min walk to downtown. Reception staff were kind and helpful. It was nice to cook our basic meals in the communal kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pity some fellow travellers did not clean u the kitchen after themselves! But the building is lovely and the staff are great. Plan to be back some day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice stay

very accommodating, allowed us to leave our luggage in their storage room before check in. This is student dorms that are available for guests to use in the summer. Nice, clean, quiet and well located by the ponds and within easy walking of Harpa/Old harbor. Bus stop locate within 1 minute walk of front door of the hostel. For those who might have an interest in such things, there is a beautiful old cemetery out past the dorms. If available, I'd stay at the student hostel next time I'm in Reykjavik. Front desk folks were very helpful and friendly.
view of the student hostel building
Cemetery about a 2 blocks beyond the hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So happy that we chose to stay at the student hostel. I highly recommend this place. Clean and comfortable rooms. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. Loved the separate common area for hanging out in. Super convenient to downtown and the bus terminal. They even have large storage lockers for rent. I would definitely stay at the student hostel, again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024