Student Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near Reykjavik Harbour

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Interior
Living area
Exterior
Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Close to Hallgrimskirkja and Harpa, Student Hostel offers a lively retreat with free in-room WiFi. Enjoy a cup of coffee in the lobby or at the on-site cafe, explore the garden, unwind at the bar or indulge in lunch and dinner options from Stúdentakjallarinn.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (9)

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • ATM/banking services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (5)

  • Children stay free
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Garden
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Self parking (surcharge)

Room options

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Modern Twin Room with Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Basic Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Blackout drapes/curtains
6 bathrooms
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Hringbraut 29, Reykjavik, IS-101

What's nearby

  • National Museum of Iceland - 2 min walk
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 6 min walk
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 13 min walk
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 13 min walk
  • Harpa - 16 min walk

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 3 min drive
  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪American Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Messinn - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The English Pub - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Icelandic Street Food - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Domino's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Student Hostel

Student Hostel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Stúdentakjallarinn, which serves lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Icelandic

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 43 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - midnight
    • Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 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

    • One child (4 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (ISK 10 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

Special features

Dining

Stúdentakjallarinn - This restaurant serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between August 23 and May 31.

Parking

  • Self parking costs ISK 10 per day

Policies

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Gardur
Gardur Hotel
Gardur Reykjavik
Hotel Gardur
Hotel Gardur Reykjavik
Student Hostel Reykjavik
Student Reykjavik
Student Hostel Reykjavik
Student Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Student Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Reykjavik

Frequently asked questions

Is Student Hostel currently open?

The property is closed between August 23 and May 31.

Does Student Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Student 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 Student Hostel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Student Hostel?

Yes. Self parking costs ISK 10 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Student Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Student Hostel and nearby?

Student Hostel has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Student Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Stúdentakjallarinn.

What's the area around Student Hostel like?

Student Hostel is in Downtown Reykjavik, a short 3-minute drive from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) and 13 minutes' walk from Reykjavik Harbour.

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Student Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The service from the staff was great :)
Claudia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, comfortable, clean rooms, easy checkin and check out
Karen, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Walking distance to main bus terminal and down town
Jaylene, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
frank, 10-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Ryan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best hostel I’ve ever stayed at
Philipp, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff and nice, clean place to stay for a great price. Would absolutely recommend!
Marina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Emily, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, clean bedrooms, quiet at night, 10minutes from city, excursion pick up point 8minute walk.
Lucy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Tracy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great
Emil, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

a very nice place, very clean , the bed is very comfortable and the kitchen has all you need.
sigrid, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a great experience. Very nice for a hostel and great location! Staff were super helpful when we got in early in the morning and helped us get around while we waited for check in!
Abigail, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

No problem.
The room was modern and clean. The bathroom had excellent water pressure and was comfortable. .
Mal, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

New and well maintained student accomm with well stocked shared kitchen. A pleasant 10-15 walk through parklands to central Reykjavik
Campbell, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, very close to city centre, kitchen was available for use
Ramunas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed in the newer area in a 2 bed with bathroom unit. Wonderful, modern facilities and fully equipped kitchen. Student pub was fun. Shared room with my adult daughter. Short walk to downtown.
Marilee, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was very spacious and there was a large fully equipped shared kitchen and bathroom. The students working the reception desk were all very kind and helpful. It’s a 15 minute walk to the BSÍ Bus Terminal and 10 minute walk to downtown Reykjavik. I highly recommend this accommodation.
Lori, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Go there!
We spent there 5 nights with a shared bathroom. However, it did not matter as everything was extremely clean and user-friendly. Hostels all over the should be as clean as this one. I RECOMMEND GOING THERE!
Michal, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had an excellent stay at Student Hostel. It was an easy walk to the downtown area which offers so much to see and do. The bus stop is right outside the hostel if you’d like to explore a little further. The beds were very comfortable which left us well rested for our next day’s adventures.
Howard, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place in a nice area, close to city center. Hugh parking areas.
Audun, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Very simple room with shared bathroom, dated but clean. Expensive for what it offers, like most accommodation in Reykjavik. Checkin/checkout was efficient but the least friendly I experienced in Iceland. It was fine for me for 1 night and I did discover a fantastic bakery for breakfast a couple of blocks west of the university, near a swimming pool.
Corine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Susanna, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very well-maintained no-frills hostel. Safe area with easy parking. The staff were accommodating. Onsite laundry and kitchen area.
Jerry Wayne Eidson, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very friendly and helpful staff. The young woman at the counter was super helpful with local information. The kitchen and bathrooms were clean and well-apportioned, and the community room is a great spot for hanging out.
Mark, 1-night trip