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Start Hostel

2.0 star property
Start your adventure in style - fuel up on breakfast then explore or unwind by the bar.

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Interior
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Just a stone's throw from the airport, Start Hostel offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and WiFi. Enjoy the playful vibes of this hostel, complete with a playground and bar, while taking advantage of amenities like dry cleaning services and multilingual staff. The helpful staff has left many guests feeling right at home.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Playground on-site
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout curtains
The current price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb

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
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 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
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
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
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
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
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 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
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 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
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Eco-friendly toiletries
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
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Eco-friendly toiletries
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

  • Stekkjarkot - 4 min drive
  • The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll - 5 min drive
  • Viking World Museum - 6 min drive
  • Giantess Cave - 9 min drive
  • Blue Lagoon - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Keflavik International Airport (KEF) - 8 min drive
  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 39 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

When visiting Reykjanesbær, Start Hostel is a great choice to consider. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and continental breakfast is available daily. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights. The helpful staff and airport get good marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English, Icelandic, Japanese, Polish, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 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

    • Up to 2 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • No on-site parking
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 4:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Playground

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Bike parking
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable tableware only

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Roll-in shower

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ISK 2200 for adults and ISK 2200 for children

Policies

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

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

Does Start Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Start 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Start Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Start Hostel?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Start Hostel.

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

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

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Start Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Jordan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A nice stay
xinran, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay - clean, nice breakfast, good beds, friendly staff.
Monika, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay near the airport. Nice breakfast in the morning.
Debra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast was wonderful and the staff friendly and helpful.
Brenda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy access from airport
Pavithra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel near airport
Great place to stay near the airport, specially For early flights
Frederico, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Jason, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for super early flights out of KEF
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.
Scott, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great overall stay
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.
adam, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hostel … possibly one of the very best I’ve ever been in. Incredibly clean and says was extremely kind, helpful and sweet.
Asbel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Most friendly and helpful staff.
J, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is very well. Fast check in, easy, and breakfast is served from 4:00 am. Big and clean rooms with kitchen and big windows. We watched northern lights from there!!! People in front of the hotel smoke drugs... but location to the airport is excellent
Oscar, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I felt very well in this accommodation, very suitable to start and end any journey in Iceland.
Emilio, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were excellent and I was pleasantly surprised with the breakfast selection available at 4:30 a.m.
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Only here overnight for a flight connection. Super nice and helpful staff. Location to airport was unbeatable.
Gisselle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast! Very friendly and helpful staff.
Olga, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for commuting to airport
Venkata Amruth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room very clean.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff very helpful. Would definitely stay for an extended period when exploring Iceland.
Zachary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and helpful staff
Wonderful place to stay on my last night before going back home. They let me check in early - which I really appreciate, I was so tired… very friendly and helpful staff, called taxi for me…
helena, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The structure is located in the middle of nowhere from the turistic point of view but the kindness of the guest, the clean of the facility, the quality of the service makes this Hoistel a super experience. Very convenient for its location close to the airport.
Emilio, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent spot if you need to be near the airport, although harder to get to if you haven’t rented a car. Lots of room and the breakfast is available from 4am which is perfect for early morning flights.
Kathryn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place to stay! Close to the airport, accommodating staff, and yummy free breakfast. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Sophie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super nice people at Front desk. Breakfast full of great choices
aida, 1-night trip