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Reviews of Hafnarstræti Hostel

Hafnarstræti 99-101, 600 Akureyri, Iceland

#11 of 19 hotels in Akureyri

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Review Score

Based on 646 hostel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free Wifi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: August 13, 2023

    10
    Amazing expirience, central location, great value for the money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    not that I didn't like but something to be aware of: 1. if you arrive on weekend night as us be aware that the street google takes you to could be blocked (I am guessing because of the crowds at the clubs and restaurants at night, the street is very busy) 2. There is really not much room for big suitcases (the lockers fit carry ons, but nothing larger). We left big suitcases in the car and only took carry-ons with us. Also be aware you will be carrying them upstairs and rolling them from the nearest public parking which is about 5 min walk. 3. You could hear a noise from the busy street in the capsules in the row closest to the window. but we still were able to fall asleep.

    Great location, right in the middle of entertainment district. Public parking a few min walk (free after 6 pm and on weekends). Sparkling clean, very modern (our first time in capsule hotel and it was amazing experience!), many clean bathrooms, lockers for your suitcases. Spacious kitchen (walk-in refrigerator!) Great staff! Highly recommend, great value for the money and right in the middle of the city.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 9, 2023

    10
    Wonderful staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hotel is run by wonderful people who were extremely nice and helpful.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 5, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Friendly hosts n everything clean n tidy. Comfortable bed n high privacy

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 8, 2023

    10
    Amazing hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No complaints :-)

    The couple running this hostel are very nice and welcoming. Hostel is very clean and very good facilities. Also great location and price

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 29, 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There is nowhere to put the luggage and you have to leave it outside the capsules which looks bad, the air conditioning in the capsules is not very good, And the showers are a bit old

    the capsules, the hotel is super central and also the parking

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 25, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cool place

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 22, 2023

    10
    Individualized comfort and privacy with the pods!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I loved the pods! Compared to a normal hostel experience, it was great to have the privacy, temperature and light control, and noise muffling that the pod afforded. I completely overslept my alarm by a few hours, so I guess it was comfortable!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 20, 2023

    5.0
    Good value for the price and has the potential to be a fantastic accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There was no standard locker inclusion with your pod (a first for any of these pod-type hostels that I've stayed at). There were some lockers but they required padlocks and could not be operated with your card. I therefore had no choice but to leave my backpack (with expensive camera inside) and jacket out all night on the open shelf areas outside my pod. The only secure storage was a small safe inside the pod itself. This is the main issue that keeps me from giving this property a much higher overall rating The control systems inside the pod (ie aircon/temperature control etc) did not seem to do what they were supposed to do One of the air-con fans inside my bed did not seem to be working at all. This resulted in my pod being too warm overnight The fitted sheet on the mattress was too small and kept coming away The only way to contact the staff (when they weren't around) was through a number that you had to dial using your own phone. Not much use therefore if you lose your phone or accidentally lock it inside your pod (which would be very possible by merely closing the pod door with your card still inside). A dedicated telephone for this purpose should have been provided at reception

    Excellent location in the heart of Ajureyri Great price (you won't find much cheaper in Iceland) Staff (when available) were extremely friendly and helpful Pods and bathrooms were clean Excellent free wifi Kitchen facilities were good

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 16, 2023

    10
    Worth the stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Clean and comfortable. Great hosts. Evrything very good.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 13, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Owners

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 13, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Owners are amazing 😍

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 8, 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I experienced some lack of air but maybe I did not find out of the air conditioning. it could also have been mental while sleeping in a plastic box. I opened the door a little and felt much better. I was on the upper "floor" and did not worry about security.

    A new experience for me. Almost like sleeping in a space ship. the shower room was very clean and the shower exellent, the location good and a bakery across the street, I did not use the dining room but it looked clean and spacious. For my needs this night this was a good value for th prize. I can not imagine this for a longer stay than one night.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 7, 2023

    10
    Great hostel - quiet, welcoming and all the facilities I needed!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    I had never stayed in a capsule hostel before, I would certainly do it again! Hafnarstræti Hostel staff were super welcoming and left the key in a secure box for me as I arrived late. The kitchen and living area was brilliant, all the pots, pans and cutlery I needed. Tea and coffee available and fridges to keep your cold food. The hostel was quiet and average age was approx 30+. Don't be put off that its a hostel there is no party here, everyone was very much focused on seeing the sights in Iceland and getting up early to start the next day! The capsules were amazing, super high tech. You control the lights and temperature, you even have a TV in there! There were plenty of bathrooms to use and each room had a toilet, shower and sink so you have your own privacy which is often unusual for a hostel.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: June 6, 2023

    10
    A very futuristic experience!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was perfect, clean and as described!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: May 31, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Sleeping in the "pods" is a fun experience. I've stayed there with my student groups on three occasions. The couple who run the facility are delightful. Great space for eating meals, cooking, or just lounging about. Location is in the heart of the center of Akureyri.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2023

    10
    Great hostel in Akureyri
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    First time in a capsule hostel and it was great. Didn't feel like a hostel at all because of the privacy in the capsules. Capsules are good sized, equipped with TV, can be locked etc. The whole hostel has a great layout, check in system, facilities and all. The kitchen is professional grade with a walk in fridge. Location is great. The owners know how to run a hostel.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 26, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Small additional payment for towels

    Very friendly owners, clean and comfortable

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: April 30, 2023

    10
    Amazing! Perfect location and super comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The owners are the loveliest helpful people and the pods were very spacious and even had a TV that you can chromecast too!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2023

    10
    perfect and brilliant in every way
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    this is center of Akureyri. and has free coffee. wifi. pool table. and super comfy cabins. feels like a good single room in a hotel staying there but you pay only 20% of the price for a single hotel room :-) best value in iceland sleeping wise!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2023

    10
    very nice hostel with great location, do you want eat? drink? coffe? explore city? you just go downstairs.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    location and desing

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hostel staff are good people they are highly accommodating.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: February 2, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The entrance is tricky to find but overall is good. Check in is easy and the location is good. Kitchen and bathroom facilities are clean. Great experience of sleeping in the capsule.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: November 16, 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    :)

    Enjoyable stay, clean room and nice service

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: October 27, 2022

    10
    Excellent and surprising.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The pod I stayed in was clean and all facilities included worked perfectly. Common areas and floors throughout the hostel were clean and warm. The location is perfect for exploring the city.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: October 26, 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Capsule Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very kind people and ready to help. Everything was clean and nice

    Stayed in October 2022

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