You need to rent towels for 1000isk additionaly, and you need to do this before your arrival to get one. I got lucky having my own towel brought to my travels, but I think the towel price is too much for one night.

Hafnarstraeti Hostel is is pretty good option if you wanna stay in the area around Akureyri for a few days and don't spend too much money. The equipment of the kitchen is marvelous (really big) and there is plenty of space to chill with newly made friends (cozy living room, tables ect). You can call or write the staff every time, if you need help with something. Check in was easy by codes and key cards. The beds are perfect for having private space, although they are not very silent, you may hear other guests alarms or something. Didn't bother me that much though. Bathrooms are modern and very clean.

Stayed in March 2025

The outlets had low power charging so make sure to pack portable chargers!

It was an alright stay! Some capsules youll need a bit of them to play with and understand how they work, like you place in the card and if the light flickers just press the light buttons and they'll turn on also the TV I didn't understand but they work

Stayed in March 2025

Felt like I needed someone from the stuff to help me with the tv on my capsule that didn't work and to understand a few things but there was no one to help, only by email.

The capsules were really good, comfortable and secure. Same with the Kitchen and eating area. Very comfortable and had everything needed.

Stayed in March 2025

I did not receive my pre-check in email with access codes and it was difficult to find the hostel entrance- though this may information may have been in the intended email. Wondering if it’s because I booked through a third party.

Despite no staff being on site, responsive and helpful on the phone.

Stayed in March 2025

Some of the showers are not working, it wasn’t a problem since that time there were not many guests. But definitely it requires some maintenance.

The hostel is just in the middle of the city center. It was really comfortable and the common area were just amazing.

Stayed in February 2025

The tvs didn't work, tried all kinds of Chrome or screen sharing but nothing. And no way to get tech support from staff

The capsules were awesome and the free space was well used. Great chill atmosphere

Stayed in February 2025

Only a little thing but the control panel buttons/lights are quite bright in the pod and I need darkness to sleep.. easily fixed with some strategically placed items of clothing 😂

The pods are REALLY cool! You’re basically sleeping in your own little spaceship, my nerdy inner child was ‘over the moon’ 😂 staying here, it’s worth a visit just for the experience! The beds are comfortable, the common spaces are lovely and well equipped. Plenty of bathrooms so I didn’t feel rushed showering like I usually do in hostels, the showers are hot and powerful. You can connect Netflix on your phone to the TV and listen through headphones (provided) so it’s not loud for other guests which I appreciated. Overall a great experience and I would recommend!

Stayed in January 2025

Nice and cozy, friendly owners

Stayed in January 2025

Everything is great

When I have to work in Akureyri, I always choose this hostel. It is very well located, cozy vibes, very comfortable beds, I absolutely love the kitchen facilities and the possibility to watch TV inside your capsule.

Stayed in November 2024

No milk for coffee

City centre, clean, well organized

Stayed in November 2024

The beds get very hot with two people and the aircon wasn’t the best to try help with this as well as very squeaky and could hear whenever someone moved in a near by pod

The bathrooms were clean and spacious and the kitchen had good facilities with lots of storage for your own food. Dinning/common areas were a good size.

Stayed in October 2024

Our designated capsule did not work when we arrived, and we had to wait a bit before someone came down to swap us to another one. We also had a bit of an issue finding the door, as you have to walk through a store to get into the hostel.

The capsules are easy to operate, roomy, and well-lit. The kitchen and bathroom facilities are modern and well-maintained, and the rooms were quiet but with a friendly atmosphere. The location in central Akureyri is also ideal. A very pleasant stay overall.

Stayed in September 2024

The only problem I found is that the place does not include towels and you have to pay for them. I paid for one amount and when I arrived there were 2 missing. I reported it, but according to the person, they put them all and 2 people were left without towels. An improvement they should make is to personally give the towels instead of leaving them inside the capsule because that way they would give them the correct amount. (They told us that they were already inside the capsules and there were 2 that did not have them)

Stayed in October 2024

I'm not a fan of sleeping in a capsule, but that's just about personal likes and dislikes.

The kitchen is very big and there's tea and coffee for free. There's everything you need there. Plenty of toilets, showers and sinks, all very clean. The staff is very welcoming and friendly. I was very skeptical about sleeping in a capsule, and I won't make a habit out of it, simply because I love fresh natural air and light, nevertheless it was a good experience overall for a very fair price. I'll definitely be back there.

Stayed in September 2024

Electronic equipment inside the capsules should be repaired.

Great localization.

Stayed in September 2024

Thw plaxe is very quiet, not a lot of chance to talk with other

Clean and nice

Stayed in September 2024

Super place, clean and nice. All was amazing.

Stayed in September 2024

They provide towels on 1000 ISK charge so bring your own

The kitchen and the location which is in the centre of the city and plus the free coffee was a cherry on top

Stayed in September 2024

In capsules poor air circulation, wish had a hair dryer.

Very good location, very clean, kitchen with everything you need. Nice rest area.

Stayed in August 2024

Nices of openining sliding doors in capsules.

Very exiting experience. Owners with great vibes. In the kitchen you can find eveything for prep your food and huge freezer. Very tasty coffe for free. A lot of clean toilets with showers.

Stayed in August 2024

Can get crowded - rush for the bathrooms in the morning.

Good value Japanese style capsule hotel - large kitchen, many showers and toilets, central location and reasonable price for Iceland. This hostel has all the amenities that I needed, shops were a little walk away.

Stayed in August 2024

The cubes were a little too loud, but it wasn’t something unbearable.

I really liked that even though it was hostel, guests have their personal space. Facilities were clean.

Stayed in August 2024

The instructions on parking wasn't clear and no free parking 24/7.

Good location, lots of bathrooms, and practically your own room.

Stayed in August 2024

Little difficult to find inside of a building. Located off a pedestrian mall so access with bags was a little difficult.

Comfortable secure, location in city centre. Facilities were good.

Stayed in August 2024