Bankastræti 7, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
#52 of 79 hotels in Reykjavík
Guests' ChoiceBased on 746 hostel reviews
8.2Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.2
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.3
Staff
8.7
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: May 3, 2024
Geo
GreeceWater needed a lot of time to "escape" in the shower, creating a swimming pool around your feet. Lack of space in the kitchen,avoid rush hours.
Perfect location, nice temperature everywhere,nice staff, nice public space in the cafe, plug in every bed.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 25, 2024
Esther
United States of AmericaThere was no free parking. You had to park at a garage(not free) about a 10-minute walk from the hostel. The bathrooms were small.
The location is in the heart of Reykjavik! During the day, you can walk to the top attractions and be near the party at night. The staff were helpful and friendly. There is a bar/ eatery in the hostel.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 25, 2024
Anne
FranceSelf check in and check out, emplacement
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 21, 2024
Peggy
United States of AmericaAs I mentioned: crowded and often dirty kitchen, carpet, and the bathroom in the bedroom has the shower, sink and toilet, so when one person was in it for an hour you had to hope you could use the toilet in the hallway. As I always say, curtains on the beds would be nice to allow for some privacy.
I’ll start with the location is perfect and it made traversing the city easy and enjoyable. What’s On is just down the street and you can find out about everything to do in Iceland there. It is close to the Rainbow street and all the shopping and grocery stores. It’s a convenient location. It’s well used and in need of some upgrading, but it’s well planned and was probably really nice when new. It’s just worn because it’s always packed and accommodate big groups who take over the kitchen facilities and often leave it really messed up with garbage and dirty dishes. It is a well stocked kitchen, but rather small when big groups swarm the kitchen. The lounge is a bar, library, stage for musicians, and you can order food from the restaurant below. The room was large and always full, the bathroom was adequate, and there was a window for fresh air and light, but no view. The floor was a bit tawdry and carpet is never great. The staff were almost always nice, but busy and didn’t have time. Iceland is very expensive and this hostel allowed me to stay a week, even though it was almost 60 usd a night.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 9, 2024
Abigail
United KingdomGreat hostel vibe with friendly staff and activities in the bar/cafe area. Central location made the whole trip easier. Great rooms and boxes are provided to place your things in. The kitchen was great as well.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: April 9, 2024
Steven
United KingdomGuest staying in hostel room smoking , and treating the place like a tip
Great location , cheap friendly staff ,
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 2, 2024
Hector
NetherlandsOutside our room, in the hallway, we saw an old man sleeping on the floor (probably homeless). Was not unsafe but probably wasn’t expecting that. One of the reasons is because you just enter with a code and there is no people checking who enters the hotel.
The hotel was very centric, close to the church and bus stops. Also many restaurants close by. It is a good option for a short stay in Reykjavik
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 14, 2024
Natalie
United KingdomIt’s basic accommodation and a good price so nothing not to like.
I stayed for a Saturday night with my 5 year old daughter in one of the bunk bed rooms. Location is great. There are no keys so all you actually need is a code to get in but we did head up to the bar to check in (not necessary) so at least got to see it. The room has everything we needed. We sleep in a replica bed at home and it’s a fun arrangement for kids. It was also not at all noisy which I was expecting. You are supposed to strip your bed before leaving but we didn’t as we were in a huge rush. Impressive recycling. It was functional for us and everything worked a treat. Location is excellent. Thank you
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 11, 2024
Nijia
FinlandClean, good location. The bed is very stable
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 3, 2024
Linda
HungaryNice rooms, clean, modern
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 2, 2024
Mona
United Arab EmiratesWe had to set up our beds (put the sheets and covers) Towel are given for 5 euros
Location is great, at the heart of the city center.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 1, 2024
Erin
United States of AmericaThe comforter was a bit gross and old looking. Wish there had been actual lockers too
The lounge/reception area with the bar was amazing, loved the rooftop access. Had everything i needed
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 26, 2024
Daria
SwitzerlandVery nice, beds are not moving much! Lot’s of hangers and space.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 25, 2024
Nicole
Netherlands1 pillow
The roof
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 24, 2024
Nina
United KingdomFriendly staff, lovely bar and great location
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 23, 2024
Hannah
United KingdomThere weren't any working lockers in the rooms which some people might struggle with. It is also very close to a nightclub and on Friday and Saturday nights, if you have an external room it is quite noisy
There was a lot of free food available in the kitchen (e.g spices, teabags) which made cooking much easier and made it overall a nice experience. I love that they take recycling so seriously and it felt very safe and friendly
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 17, 2024
Michele
United KingdomDirty and surprises under the bed!
Comfy, great location
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 15, 2024
Itzel
MexicoThe beds were not very clean
The location is great and the staff is welcoming and relaxed
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 13, 2024
Lynne
AustraliaBasic accommodation for the price, esp when you add external parking fees. A bit noisy at night. Struggled with lack of airflow in the room.
The location was perfect and allowed us to walk around the centre of the old city with ease. The girl at check in was very helpful and welcoming. Good shower!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 8, 2024
Jaepyo
South KoreaNothing :)
The location, price and room itself was great without thinking about the price, and it was much better when I think about that reasonable price. Also the staff was really kind and helped a lot!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 26, 2024
Lyle
United States of AmericaMore 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: January 16, 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: January 15, 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: January 15, 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
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