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Start Hostel

2.0 star property
Reykjanesbær hostel with bar/lounge

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Living area
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave
Daily continental breakfast (ISK 2200 per person)
Reception
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
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • 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 (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Playground on site
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is ₹11,940
₹13,826 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov

Room options

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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
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 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
  • 20 sq m
  • 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
  • 30 sq m
  • 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
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 45 sq m
  • 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
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 42 sq m
  • 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, 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
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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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
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 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
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
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

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Loksins Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪elda - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Keflavik Diner - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Jómfrúin - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪JOE & THE JUICE - ‬9 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.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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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
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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
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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
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Children

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

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking area (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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

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.

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Start Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Airport
Breakfast
Room
Taxi
Bed
Location
Kitchen
Flights
Trip

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with varied and delicious options available from 4am. (38 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable spacious rooms, very friendly staff. Close to airport, perfect for short stay between connection flihts
Lyudmil, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect spot by the airport. Super clean room, well run, great breakfast and shuttle to airport. Exceeded our expectations
Tyann, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Good American breakfast and friendly staff
Maria Fernanda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were incredible and friendly. Didn’t mind me asking a lot of questions and providing some helpful tips for my trip.
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice clean room, good breakfast, helpful & friendly personel.
Relaxing in the Sun outside the hostel
Monique yvonne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy access from airport
Pavithra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Exceptionally helpful pleasant staff and a very neat and tidy place. Wonderful!
Eric, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were excellent and I was pleasantly surprised with the breakfast selection available at 4:30 a.m.
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for commuting to airport
Venkata Amruth, 1-night trip

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

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent spot if you need to be near the airport, although harder to get to if you haven’t rented a car. Lots of room and the breakfast is available from 4am which is perfect for early morning flights.
Kathryn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff very helpful. Would definitely stay for an extended period when exploring Iceland.
Zachary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Much better than I expected (maybe my vision of what a hostel was may have been off). I did not realize it is on the old military base (we drove through the old gate). Yes, it's an older building, but it's very well kept up. It was clean and quiet. Parking was convenient. Staff were friendly and helpful. Room had lots of space (we had a room with a private bathroom). Great location for getting to the airport at 6am next morning.
Gelita, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, fresh sheets , good breakfast Close to airport.... Quick check in Comfy beds........
Jeffry James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean. Staff was very helpful and the breakfast was good.
Jeff, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff and easy parking. Coffee and tea available at all times of the day and night so late night arrivals are accommodated. Good spread for breakfast available from 4am. Would happily stay again.
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location to use airport. Wonderful staff. Clean. Good to meet young travellers.
Byoungjune, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great for Families

We stayed during a longer layover with our 3 kids and it was great - warm, cozy and friendly. The only thing I would recomend is considering renting a car to get there and back, as the taxi was not particularly cheap even though it is close to the airport (15 min max).
Emma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent

With the airport being approx 45km from capital, this hotel is great if you have a late or early flight. The hotel is clean, spacious, quiet, with, kitchen, dining room, and breakfast being served from 4am. Cannot falt this place. Would definitely stay here again!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Start

Near the airport. Clean, spacious and freindly
Vlad, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Iceland, first impression

The room was very clean and exceptionally large. There was no TV, but that was ok as we were all zonked from jet lag and being up for 30 hours! The room met all of our needs. The hotel itself was quiet and the staff were very friendly.
Benjamin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very near the airport with 24 hour check-in, which was great because we had a late flight and taxis are so expensive in Iceland. Breakfast was also good. Price/checkout was confusing because it is difficult to track price on hotels.com, account for currency in ISK, which fluctuates substantially daily, convert to Euros, then to USD.
Judson, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff was great Gentlemen at front desk was very helpful! I thought when i booked there would be transportation to and from airport which isnt the case. Its 40 dollars to get back and forth from airport.
Nicholas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Catherine Blair, 1-night trip