Start Hostel

Property class: 2

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Consider a stay at Start Hostel and take advantage of a terrace, a playground, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a headboard, a wall-mounted picture, and a window with curtains.

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a unique wall design with triangular light fixtures.

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a TV.

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two single beds, a sofa, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a headboard with a geometric design, and a window with curtains.

Family Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds OR 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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A room with two beds, a table with chairs, a fan, and a potted plant.

Bed in Shared Dormitory, Men only

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, and chairs.

Bed in Shared Dormitory, Women only

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a unique wooden headboard, two beds with white linens, and a small bedside table.

Triple Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Reykjanesbær, Start Hostel is in an area with good airport proximity. The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll and Viking World Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Stekkjarkot and Garður Lighthouse. Visit our Reykjanesbær travel guide
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Lindarbraut, Southern Peninsula, Reykjanesbær

What's nearby

  • Útsýnissvæði
    6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Stekkjarkot
    6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll
    8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Viking World Museum
    10 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Giantess Cave
    11 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sbarro
    12 min drive
  • Maika’i
    12 min drive
  • Loksins Bar
    12 min drive
  • Kvikk Café
    12 min drive
  • Jómfrúin
    12 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 like:
    • Free self parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and secured bicycle storage
    • A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Start Hostel boast comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Free toiletries and hair dryers
    • Communal kitchens, heating, and daily housekeeping

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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 Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Start Hostel on Nov 4, 2026 start from CA $164, excluding 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?

Self parking is free at this property.

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?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Start Hostel located?

Situated near the airport, this hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll, Stekkjarkot, and Viking World Museum. Útsýnissvæði is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Start Hostel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 538 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 538 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 538 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 538 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 538 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed with family of five. Great location, awesome breakfast, super helpful staff. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room and beddings were clean and comfortable. Hostels are conveniently located near the airport. We stayed there the night before we fly back home.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Size of room was great, staff helpful. Great communal facilities also.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonably priced, clean, convenient to the airport, and exceptionally kind staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless. Cheap. Extremely comfortable bed. Duvet/comforter was thick and good quality, had an excellent sleep before my flight. Kind and helpful staff. Couldn’t want anything more.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was really surprised by how comfortable the bed was for a hostel, we rested really good after our 7h flight, also very close to the airport highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if need to be close to airport or blue lagoon. 6 km taxi to airport. Very far from anything else. Staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for an early flight. We were only there for one night in order to catch an early flight from Keflavík but the room was clean, beds were very comfortable, staff was friendly, and the shared kitchen space was useful. We had a three person room with a shared bathroom and the bathroom was just shared with one other room instead of the whole floor which was nice. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff at check in was very helpful and informative. Room was clean and comfortable. Easy access to the airport. Continental breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super helpful staff. Helped with booking things. Get the breakfast, cheaper than anywhere else and good selection
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to airport, clean and comfortable room, easy to check in, and excellent morning breakfast option Highly revommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay - clean, nice breakfast, good beds, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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awesome stay, very close to the airport and they staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend this hostel. Staying at a hostel is not something I've done, but this was a lovely experience. The staff are helpful and cheerful and kind. The place is clean and well equipped and filled with homey joy. It was exactly what I needed as a female traveling alone with a long layover in Iceland. I would definitely repeat this experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and comfortable spacious rooms, very friendly staff. Close to airport, perfect for short stay between connection flihts
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was wonderful and the staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a private room with bathroom. Cooking area available, clean room, close to airport.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good American breakfast and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hostel near airport

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean room, good breakfast, helpful & friendly personel.
Relaxing in the Sun outside the hostel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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All we needed for the last night of our trip. The room was much nicer than I expected. Good value here and right near the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast! Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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