In the heart of Akureyri, Hafnarstræti Hostel offers a cozy retreat. Relax on the charming terrace or explore nearby Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall and Akureyri Botanical Garden. Connect to WiFi, play billiards by the pool table, enjoy laundry facilities and helpful tour assistance.
Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Akureyri Botanical Garden - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
University of Akureyri - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Forest Lagoon - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
Getting around
Akureyri (AEY) - 5 min drive
Restaurants
Centrum Kitchen & Bar - 1 min walk
Vitinn - 10 min walk
Akureyri Backpackers - 1 min walk
Greifinn - 10 min walk
Vínstofa Eyja Bistro - 2 min walk
About this property
Hafnarstræti Hostel
Enjoy your visit to Akureyri with a stay at Hafnarstræti Hostel. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, and snowboarding.
At a glance
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Hotel size
62 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
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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
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
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Water dispenser
What to do
Pool table
Downhill skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Hot springs nearby
Whale-watching nearby
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Virtual front desk
Facilities
Terrace
Library
Communal living room
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Separate living room
Heated floor (bathroom)
Freshen up
9 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Refrigerator (on request)
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Oven
Toaster
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Dishwasher
Highchair
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Housekeeping (once per stay)
Shared accommodations
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Water-efficient toilets only
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Towels are available for an extra charge of EUR 17 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own)
Policies
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
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. Cash is not accepted.
Does Hafnarstræti Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hafnarstræti 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 Hafnarstræti Hostel?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hafnarstræti Hostel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hafnarstræti Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hafnarstræti Hostel?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hafnarstræti Hostel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like cross-country skiing and snowboarding. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs.
What's the area around Hafnarstræti Hostel like?
Hafnarstræti Hostel is in Akureyri City Center, a short 5-minute drive from Akureyri (AEY) and 3 minutes' walk from Akureyri Church.
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Reviews
Hafnarstræti Hostel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.8
Eco-friendliness
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2025
A pretty good location and very perfect of you're a solo traveler and there for a short stay
Harish Nagarajan
Harish Nagarajan, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 15, 2025
I had never stayed at a Pod hotel before. I went to the pod and could not figure out where the keybox was. I did figure that out when I went back to the front again. The Plugin in Pod 58 only worked some times for me. It needs to be replaced. The kitchen was great. Not sure if I'll ever stay in that kind of place again
John
John, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 18, 2025
Affordable, but arrival and pods disappointing
Decent budget option, but communication and support need improvement. I emailed well in advance to confirm my booking but never received the necessary info, and there are no staff on site to help.
Pros:
Affordable budget option.
Pods are reasonably comfortable for sleeping.
Earplugs made it possible to get a decent rest.
Cons:
No staff on site; arrival instructions weren’t sent despite emailing well in advance.
In-pod safe was locked and unusable.
Outlets and USB ports inside the pod don’t actually charge devices (only explained in the instruction video after arrival).
Alarm function on the pod was disabled.
Pods are not soundproof.
When crowded (e.g., student groups), it’s difficult to find a free outlet in common areas.
Kim
Kim, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 8, 2025
Staying in a pod was such a unique experience. Pod walls are not soundproof, but cozy and have a TV for an ultimate movie watching experience. The full kitchen was super convenient and common areas and bathrooms were kept very clean. Parking in P1 and P2 is paid during the day and free past 4pm, which we only found out when we got there, but overnight parking was painless since P1 is super close to the hostel.
Natasha
Natasha, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Mar 30, 2025
My door didn’t lock, a hostel with a bunch of people, I’m a woman and my door had no lock
calia
calia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2024
This was a great property in the downtown of Akureyri. The location couldn't have been better. Though it was a hostel, it was very clean. The property also provided many amenities.
Varun
Varun, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 20, 2024
New Experience
Stay was okay, but you have to keep your luggage in luggage/storage room provided inside the hostel.Limited parking in front of the Hostel and you have to pay for parking if its parked outside the free parking hours.
Ravindra
Ravindra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2024
I really enjoyed the single capsules and the open kitchen plan, as well as the quiet/respectful guest arrangements. I will absolutely stay here again, and for longer if possible, as it’s very quaint and it’s in the middle of the town. Thank you for an amazing stay and keep up the amazing work!
Jonas
Jonas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2024
The first time that I have stayed in a pod - so comfortable with air conditioning, power, high speed WiFi and a tv.
John
John, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2023
Staff was great. Very friendly and helpful.
bradley
bradley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2024
Love the capsule concept and the facility is fully equipped and modernized. Love it!!
Keen
Keen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2024
Well thought out. Our first experience with capsule sleep pod. Comfortable, safe, quiet. Well organized system for checking & well equipped kitchen.
James
James, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 13, 2023
The capsule we stayed in was comfortable and a unique and fun experience. The front desk was very helpful with check in. Limited amount of showers/toilets, so in the morning and evenings had to wait.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2023
Very cool place
Very unique, especially after a week of the ring road. The pod is very comfortable, and a memorable experience. The staff was extremely friendly, and the hostel was in the middle of downtown, but still felt very private and “tucked away”
Jacob
Jacob, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 21, 2023
Thanks Asta👍
Awesome Asta took great care of me since I went on the plane (she was sitting behind me) she's wonderful and very keen on her job! She made sure what not to miss in the local area and I'll never forget my giant ice cream.
joyce
joyce, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2024
The pods were amazing. Having your own little quiet space was just the best. They are spacious and so comfortable- I had a single and had space to store some clothing items.
There are coat racks and a good storage space.
It is kept clean and is lovely and welcoming. The bathroom Facilities are very modern and it’s about 12 toilet/ shower rooms.
There are 2 lounge areas - kitchen and at the back of the hostel and the outdoor area is also lovely. The kitchen facilities are great too and everyone did their bit to keep it tidy.
Would recommend and would stay there again
hayley
hayley, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 25, 2024
Very noisy
The pod hotel idea is cool, and the pods are quite cozy and nice. However, there were a lot of very loud rude people in the pods around me coming in and out after midnight. It's very loud in the bottom pod when someone is disrespectfully stomping up their steps and opening and closing their door all the time. I got very little sleep.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 15, 2023
This property is very unique. Located in the downtown core. Parking is free in the Town Parking areas P1 and P2 overnight 4pm to 10am.
Property was clean. Sleeping accommodations were good. Manager was friendly.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2023
Totally recommend staying here, Ive never stayed in a hostel or a pod before, but I was only in town for 2 day and wanted to embrace the backpacking experience. I heartfelt warmly thank the lady on reception and the gentleman in the mess room as they was so helpful and kind and gave a homely feeling to the place. The facilties are well kept and the cleaniness in the washrooms are kept to a very high standard. If your on a short visit and travelling through, stop here. Will definitely stay here again next time. Thank you so much.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 3, 2023
Value for money.................
Walkable
No shower gel in the shower.
Not enough tissue
Jeffry James
Jeffry James, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2023
Very nice couple operate this interesting facility. They work hard to keep it clean and running smoothly. Very convenient for a budget traveler. Secure entry and good security. We brought and cooked our own food in the well equipped kitchen. (With many other guests doing the same) Hostel vibe with visitors from many different countries and lots of ages. We enjoyed the experience but are happy that we brought earplugs. 9 bathrooms for up to 80 guests but we never had trouble finding an open one when we needed it. Right in the middle of downtown so tons of restaurants within walking distance.
Damon
Damon, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 7, 2023
This was a really unique and cool stay - I was surprised by how not-claustrophobic I felt in my little pod! There was enough room to sit up, and there were two ways to open the door (one with a button, and one manual, in case anyone is wondering). The manual was as easy to push down as a door's latch bolt. There is a tv in there, which you can connect to on your phone and listen to with headphones provided in the pod.
Gabriella
Gabriella, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 21, 2024
I agree it's a pretty fun and unique place to stay at. However, you'll be lucky if you get the upper bed. I was given the lower bed and I couldn't trust the quality of the pods enough when the person on top kept moving around. Much worse creaking sounds than normal bunked beds. The pods are made of plastic that felt so unstable. Don't expect the pods to cancel out the noises because it doesn't. I can hear so clearly the people around me snoring. The mattress are kind of thin but honestly wasn't too much of a problem for me as I don't like soft bed. Rarely did I see any staffs in person. You'd have to ring a doorbell to get into contact with them. The locker rooms are kind of beaten up. One thing I do like however, is that there are a good amount of restroom/shower rooms.
Ellen
Ellen, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 25, 2023
This was a fantastic experience, I absolutely loved staying at this hostel. Not only were the bathrooms incredibly clean and well kept, but staff were also extremely helpful and very friendly.
The capsule itself was brilliant - plenty of space for both myself and my partner. Although when waking up the following morning we did find the air to be incredibly dry (due to the option of having fans on within the capsule). Much like how you feel post a long haul flight. However, this being the only minor negative, it was a fantastic experience and one I would highly recommend.
Prior to arriving we received an email with a code to access the hostel front door and a check in code to receive our capsule key from a lockable box within the hostel (all very easy and smooth to do). We were also sent additional information in regards to where is best to park which was incredibly helpful and very much appreciated.
Evie
Evie, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 19, 2022
Watch this hotel when making reservation
When I made the reservation online, I made a mistake. I found out right away and called to cancel. I realized that it was nonrefundable so I told the hotel that it could keep one night money. But, the hotel refused to refund any.
You would think that any business with consciousness will not take any custom money for doing nothing. In fact, my friends and I had similar experiences with other hotels; all refunded all money we put down. But, not this hotel. It tells you something about this hotel so think twice when making a reservation.