Bankastræti 7, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
#43 of 79 hotels in Reykjavík
Guests' ChoiceBased on 889 hostel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.7
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.6
Free WiFi
8.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 30 January 2024
Georgi
United KingdomThere is a bar opposite the hostel and people party and shout outside until late, but that personally didn't affect me. After all, the hostel is in central Reykjavik!
Great location - very close to the Hallgrimskirkya and Rainbow street. Very easy to get to other pick-up locations, e.g. Bus Stop 12, by taking the street right in front of the hostel. Great value for money and hygiene. Very straightforward and pragmatic check-in/out system - no need to find a receptionist, which is suitable if you arrive late. There is a bar on the top floor and it can be useful premises to meet people. I would definitely choose this hostel again if I were to return to Reykjavik.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 29 January 2024
Marcelo
IrelandWhen I arrived, my bed weren’t clean n organised!
Easy to find, close to city centre, comfortable!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 26 January 2024
Lyle
United StatesMore food options at the bar would have been nice.
Really great bar to meet people, and very central to everything.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 24 January 2024
Victoria
UkraineI wish they had instaled anything to block the bed from interior light.
A hostel room with dedicated bathroom is always a better option.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Symon
United KingdomLocation!!!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 22 January 2024
Dayana
United KingdomAnything bad to say
Close to the main road
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 21 January 2024
Enrique
United StatesEverything went smoothly nice
Its very nice and clean, close to downtown and bus stop 6 where many tours buses pick you up.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 January 2024
Louise
United KingdomNothing, seriously.
Incredible service from the staff here. I was in an awkward situation and they spent the time to reaccomodate me in difficult circumstances. It’s always tidy. It’s cosy. It has cool events on. I felt very safe and even at home on this stay. Best hostel in Reykjavík, definitely recommend booking while it’s available.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 January 2024
Dominique
United KingdomThe fact that the cafe and bar area were open to the public the whole time the communal area is open. Would have enjoyed a bit more seperate on between the two or different opening times
I loved its location. It was right in the middle of everything in town. The staff were very friendly. They have little activities nights which I thought was super cute.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 15 January 2024
Yvonne
SwitzerlandThe staff was really helpful,private room was a good size.Good bar and food options.Events at the hostel were nice.Location was good and you always feel safe.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 15 January 2024
Hadassah
United KingdomThe bar/cafe was no longer serving food. It would've been nice if they served breakfast.
Love the ambience in the loft and its location.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 14 January 2024
Jen
United KingdomNothing
Great location, lovely staff, easy check in/out. Would stay again if in Reykjavik
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 14 January 2024
Hollis
United KingdomThe hostel was central to town, had a roof top bar where you could get drinks and small snacks They also did activities weekly We had a private room and bathroom which was great.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 13 January 2024
Rin
South KoreaSomeone stole our food
Guest kitchen
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 9 January 2024
Alexandra
GermanyAn oven in the kitchen would have been nice.
A great hostel. Allover it was a lovely, well maintained and great place to stay. Mostly clean except for some small things. Staff friendly and helpful. The kitchen is very well equipped and theres a lot of food thats freely available.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 1 January 2024
Amber
United KingdomCan’t think of anything
Rooms clean Bar was nice Good vibes Location was perfect The toilet and the shower were in different rooms
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 30 December 2023
Teri
United StatesNo towels in the room and the beds not made. One comforters was not clean and this would have been noticed if staff made up the beds.
This was an economical way to stay in the center of Reykjavik for a 22 hr layover.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 27 December 2023
Camilo
ColombiaAdding curtains to the beds would add a lot for the privacy in the room.
Everything was really nice
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 25 December 2023
Sreejita
NetherlandsIt's not so much that I didn't like as it is just a small suggestion for future if and when the hostel is revamping... If it were possible to add curtains to every bunk bed (I have stayed in some hostels with such a setup) then people would get a bit more of privacy PLUS if one roommate has their bed side light on the others are not disturbed by it.
The lounge with all the books and board game options, the kitchen, the central location. Bus stop 6 is actually closer than bus stop 3 for pickup/drop-off. Most of the staff are friendly and they organise fun events for hostellers. The bed was cosy and even though I visited in winter I felt the blanket was too warm because the hostel's inside temperature was already soothing warm. I wish I had planned a more relaxed trip so that I could have explored their events, books, and board game collections. The location is fantastic (at least during the weekdays, which is when I was visiting, I did not have the issue with loud noises). No hassle of carrying a key or keycard.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 23 December 2023
Bantush
United KingdomMen & women in the same room
Warm and tidy.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 22 December 2023
Jayne
United StatesNothing
Just great location in city walking distance to where ever I wanted to go with ease! Lots to do in that area.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 21 December 2023
Donna
Cayman IslandsI was expecting some simple toiletries in the private room with a private shower. Luckily the communal bathroom had a shelf where I could grab some shampoo and body wash.
Convenient location, close to the bus stop. Staff were helpful and welcoming. Luggage storage was easy. Great social/bar area which included couches. Well stocked communal kitchen.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 19 December 2023
Taner
FinlandThe bar's opening time could be longer. After 23 the only place to hang out with people was small kitchen.
Location was perfect, right in the middle of downtown. Room and kitchen were clean and beds were comfortable. The design of the beds with electric plug and light was very good. The staff was friendly. Using the keycode for opening doors were very handy, no need to worry about losing keys or late check in.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 19 December 2023
Dana
United States-breakfast wasn't included in price. -washable sofa and chair covers would keep furniture more clean and stain-free. -everything else was good to go!
-location was perfect. Easy to get to from the bus stops off of main street Laekjargata in the city center. -clean hostel, bathroom tile needs a deep scrub, but the facilities are clean -comfortable, warm beds -staff very helpful/friendly and fellow travelers were super engaging -permitted earlier checkin once room was cleaned -separate toilet and shower -several restaurants and bus stops close by
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 18 December 2023
Gemma
United KingdomHad some issues with the key pad in the beginning, but this was very minor and I got the hang of it eventually
Friendly staff, easy to access, very good value, comfortable beds and nice rooms
Stayed in December 2023
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