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Start Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Reykjanesbær with 24-hour front desk and bar/lounge

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Living area
Fridge, microwave
Reception
Front of property
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$296
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 20.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Triple Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single 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
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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Family Room, Private Bathroom

Family Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Beds OR 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Women only

Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Men only

Shared Dormitory, Men only

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single 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

  • Keflavik International Airport (KEF) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loksins Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hamborgarabúlla Tómasar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mathus - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Start Hostel

Hostel near the airport
A terrace, a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Start Hostel. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a TV in reception and a water dispenser
  • Tour/ticket information, a vending machine and bike parking
  • Multilingual staff, a lift and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Start Hostel feature comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
  • LED light bulbs, communal kitchens and heating

Languages

English, Icelandic, Japanese, Polish, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 4:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ISK 2,200 for adults and ISK 2,200 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately ISK 2200 for adults and from ISK 2200 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

Property is 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

Is Start Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Start Hostel?

As of 13 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Start Hostel on 3 July 2025 start from AU$296.21, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Start Hostel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Start Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Start Hostel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Start Hostel located?

Situated near the airport, this hostel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Stekkjarkot, The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll and Viking World Museum. Reykjanes Heritage Museum and Duus Hus Cultural Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Start Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 311 out of 456 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 456 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 456 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 456 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 456 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Excellent service when I arrived late. Comfortable convenient for the airport.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

24 hour check in. Great staff. The breakfast was not that great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Clean and pleasant!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The staff were incredible and friendly. Didn’t mind me asking a lot of questions and providing some helpful tips for my trip.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Very convenient location and helpful staff. Clean beds
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

A nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Very convenient, easy to get to, great quality price
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

The breakfast was wonderful and the staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Wonderful stay near the airport. Nice breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Exceptionally helpful pleasant staff and a very neat and tidy place. Wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Great place to stay near the airport, specially For early flights
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Good
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Easy access from airport
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Great place, the bed look small but after you get in was so comfortable, I had a really nice sleep , I would definitely recommend this place, also the lady and gentleman at the reception were very friendly and nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

It was a great stay overall, Syzmon at the front desk was very informative and helpful with everything upon Check in and check out, even had some great advice about the blue lagoon and transportation. Would Stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Very nice place to stay! Close to the airport, accommodating staff, and yummy free breakfast. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10

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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Good American breakfast and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10

Most friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

The Hotel was very clean, breakfast very good, staff very kindly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10

Great breakfast! Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10

I felt very well in this accommodation, very suitable to start and end any journey in Iceland.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Nice clean room, good breakfast, helpful & friendly personel.
Relaxing in the Sun outside the hostel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10

The staff were excellent and I was pleasantly surprised with the breakfast selection available at 4:30 a.m.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024