Student Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near Reykjavik Harbour

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Lobby lounge
Lobby lounge
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Lunch and dinner served
Close to Hallgrimskirkja and Harpa, Student Hostel offers a lively retreat with free in-room WiFi. Enjoy a cup of coffee in the lobby or at the on-site cafe, explore the garden, unwind at the bar or indulge in lunch and dinner options from Stúdentakjallarinn.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (9)

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • ATM/banking services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (5)

  • Children stay free
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Garden
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Self parking (surcharge)

Room options

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Basic Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Blackout drapes/curtains
6 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Stovetop
  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Modern Twin Room with Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Hringbraut 29, Reykjavik, IS-101

What's nearby

  • National Museum of Iceland - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Laugavegur - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Iceland - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 3 min drive
  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Iðnó - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Þrír Frakkar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Stúdentakjallarinn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fröken Reykjavík - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kaktus Espressobar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Student Hostel

Student Hostel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Stúdentakjallarinn, which serves lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 43 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - midnight
    • Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (4 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (ISK 2000 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

Special features

Dining

Stúdentakjallarinn - This restaurant serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between August 23 and May 31.

Parking

  • Self parking costs ISK 2000 per day

Policies

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Gardur
Gardur Hotel
Gardur Reykjavik
Hotel Gardur
Hotel Gardur Reykjavik
Student Hostel Reykjavik
Student Reykjavik
Student Hostel Reykjavik
Student Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Student Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Reykjavik

Frequently asked questions

Is Student Hostel currently open?

The property is closed between August 23 and May 31.

Does Student Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Student Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Student Hostel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Student Hostel?

Yes. Self parking costs ISK 2000 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Student Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Student Hostel and nearby?

Student Hostel has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Student Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Stúdentakjallarinn.

What's the area around Student Hostel like?

Student Hostel is in Downtown Reykjavik, a short 3-minute drive from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) and 13 minutes' walk from Reykjavik Harbour.

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Reviews

Student Hostel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Location
Walking
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and very close to bus station and downtown.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good value for money and you canvv b eat in student restaurant.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, very nice staff, good location.
Mihaela, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enoyed our stay.
Lai Wan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great affordable place to stay in Reykjavik, close to the National Museum and the center of town. Lively, colorful atmosphere, great rooms.
Philip G, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location with good price. The shared kitchen was nice and clean, so as the room! Staffs there were all very helpful and responsive
Chih-Yi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay here during our one night in Iceland, reception was very friendly and the rooms and common spaces were nice. Location was also convenient for walking around Reykjavik, would recommend.
Anika, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Walking distance to downtown, shops, places to eat, and to the bus terminal. Great value for money.
Arseniy, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good locations nearby to the city and everything
palmi phuoc, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I stay here every year and never have had a problem they are very helpful and the rooms are quiet.
Sarah, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Was ok but dont plan to stay thete again
Yuliya, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good stay!

Room was a great location for touring the downtown cheaply. Included free parking just a short walk away. Would definitely recommend if in the area. Only issue we had was the shower drain didn't work well.
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and quiet place. Nice people. Close to the city Hall and BSI
xiangyang, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I always stay here before and after a long horse ride holiday. It's always the same and very affordable if you don't want to spend a ton of money on a room you will barely be in!
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I recommend this accommodation in general.
Sam Soo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Back to uni days

We love the kitchen and highly recommended
Chai Har, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice piano in the lounge. Loved playing it. Good location.
Jeremy, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff are super friendly and helpful. Though a bit out of town, it is close to the bus terminal for airbus. Taking a bue to city centre is also easy and convenient. Student canteen and bar provide good food at lower price. Good value for money.
Mo Yee, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very clean and efficient. Great place and would stay again. Door looks worked well but it would be nice to be able to access the builiding through other doors than just the main door which requires a number of stairs.
Robert, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff was very helpful. The beds were comfortable. The hostel is close to everything. My only wish is that someone could turn the big light in the sky off when i went to sleep.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, comfortable, clean rooms, easy checkin and check out
Karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed here on my last night. Lovely building on campus. Rooms are fairly modern, clean and comfortable. Beautiful common space off of the lobby that is colorfully decorated and has cozy chairs and a piano. 10 min walk to the BSI bus station which made getting to the airport easy in the AM.
Abra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Praises and accolades to the friendly, helpful staff at the student hostel. The facilities were excellent and the location ideal for walking into town. There was free parking in the adjacent lot, which made it a perfect base for the many day trips we took in Iceland. Highly recommended!
Brian, 10-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I’ve stayed at this property 5 times when taking students abroad. It is perfect for travelers who do not need bells and whistles. The kitchens are extremely well accommodated and you are sure to meet interesting people there. The rooms are small and efficient, but with great views, clean air, and powerful showers.
Alissa, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a great hostel to stay in if you’re looking for privacy and a clean/safe experience. I only wish I could have opened the window as the room was a bit stuffy, but other than that I ha
Caroline, 2-night trip