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Student Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a restaurant, near Reykjavik Harbour

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Lobby lounge
Lunch and dinner served
Towels
Lobby lounge
Interior
Located close to Hallgrimskirkja and Harpa, Student Hostel provides free in-room WiFi and a lively atmosphere. Travelers can grab coffee in the lobby or at the on-site cafe, relax in the garden, visit the bar, or enjoy lunch and dinner at Stúdentakjallarinn.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 11 - Sep 12
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Tomorrow

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Modern Twin Room with Private Bathroom | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

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
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

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
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Reykjavik, a neighborhood in Reykjavik, Student Hostel is near the airport. Harpa and Reykjavík 871 +/-2 are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Reykjavik Harbour and Sky Lagoon. Vesturbaejarlaug Swimming Pool and Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching.
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Hringbraut 29, Reykjavik, IS-101

What's nearby

  • Reykjavik City Hall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Iceland - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Harpa - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Iðnó - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fröken Reykjavík - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Stúdentakjallarinn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪National and University Library of Iceland - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Plantan Bístró - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Student Hostel

Hostel near Reykjavik Harbour
Close to Hallgrimskirkja and Harpa, Student Hostel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Stúdentakjallarinn, offers lunch, dinner, and light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Self parking (surcharge), ATM/banking services, and smoke-free premises
  • A TV in the lobby, coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Student Hostel have amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and ovens
  • Wardrobes/closets, stovetops, and cookware/dishes/utensils

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (ISK 2,000 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Stúdentakjallarinn

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between August 23 and May 31.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: ISK 2000 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Property is 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 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Student Hostel?

Self parking is available for ISK 2000 per day.

What time is check-in at Student Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Student Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Student Hostel located?

Located in Downtown Reykjavik, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of National Museum of Iceland, Reykjavik Harbour, and Reykjavik City Hall. Laugavegur and Hallgrimskirkja are also within 15 minutes.

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