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Laekur Hostel

8.1Fabulous(290)

Reykjavik, IcelandView map2.48km from city centre

Sustainability Level 1
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Nordic style rooms and dorms near the center of Reykjavik in Laugardalur. Laekur hostel is located in a quiet area by the center of Reykjavik city. Only a few steps away from Laugardalur, the green river valley of the city. Our name 'Laekur' means a small river or a stream in Icelandic. The Laugardalur area is the ancient geothermal hotspot of the city. A hidden geothermal stream runs under the street outside our house.

We are in one of the most privileged and nicest areas of the city, near to some of the finest landmarks and attractions of the city such as Laugardalsvollur Stadium, The Icelandic Phallological Museum, National Museum of Iceland and Sun Voyager, amongst other renowned spots of the city.

We have Nordic style rooms for families, couples and individuals as well as dorms for 4-8 persons. Bathrooms and kitchen are shared guest facilities. Free WiFi internet is in every room. In addition, we also have several common areas where the guests and travellers will be able to get together and exchange past experiences and future plans.

House Rules

Check In

15:00 - 24:00

Check Out

until 11:00

Non Smoking
Taxes Not Included

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Facilities

Free Parking
Free City Maps
Free WiFi
Free Internet Access
Free Security Lockers
Airport Transfers
Parking
Housekeeping

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Reviews

8.1Fabulous(290)

Value for Money
8.0
Security
9.4
Atmosphere
7.4
Cleanliness
9.4
Staff
6.6
Location
8.3
Facilities
7.7

Stayed in Oct 2025

8.9

Belinda

Female, 41+, USA

Location is about a 30 minute walk to downtown Reykjavik. There is a public pool 5 minutes away. Restaurant next door along with coffee shop. Property was clean and fun atmosphere. Nice location if you want to not be in the hustle of downtown and there is free parking all around the hostel. Would stay here again

Stayed in Sept 2025

5.1

Alexis

Female, 18-24, USA

I didn’t enjoy the cafe, because it was never open. The kitchen was messy, and I didn’t like that there was no staff presence. I hoped to switch rooms at one point, even upgrade as my bunk mate was coughing without covering their mouth very excessively and extremely sick. I felt uncomfortable with the lack of staff. The location was pretty far from most restaurants and downtown, and the bathrooms were limited/always occupied

Stayed in Sept 2025

8.6

Alessandro

Male, 25-30, Italy

The hostel is quite small, but the room are spacious, and the corridor has many lockers. There is one shared bathroom with 4 showers, 5 toilets and 4 small sinks. Actually small enough to be a bit awkward to use. The shared kitchen is also quite small, but functional. I was only disappointed to find that they separate trash only as bottles, paper, and all the rest together, mixing plastic and organic trash... not good.

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Location

Laugarnesvegur 74A, Reykjavik, Iceland

2.5km from city centre

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About Reykjavik

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Activities

9.1

Eating out

8.0

Shopping

7.2

Chilling out

8.8

Transport

7.8

Sightseeing

8.6

Culture

8.4

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Value for Money

6.4

About Reykjavik

❄️ Hostels in Reykjavik for Budget Travellers: Northern Lights, Geothermal Pools & Midnight Sun

Reykjavik in 2026? Iceland's tiny capital with big nature access. This most-northern capital delivers midnight sun in summer, northern lights in winter, and geothermal pool culture year-round. It's expensive (like, really expensive), but smart hostel stays and free hot springs make it doable. Plus, the landscapes are literally otherworldly.

🏠 Where to Stay in Reykjavik

Reykjavik hostels are modern survival shelters for budget Iceland. Hostelworld.com has over 12 Hostels in Reykjavik — reviewed by 17311 budget-conscious adventurers. Expect:

Scandinavian-design dorms and private rooms
Full kitchens (ESSENTIAL — restaurant prices will destroy you)
Northern lights tour bookings and Golden Circle trip planning
Common spaces where everyone commiserates over prices together

Your Reykjavik hostel is your financial strategy — cook everything, pre-game there, and bond over shared sticker shock.

🏆 Top Hostels to Stay in Reykjavik in 2026

These hostels consistently rank high with Hostelworld.com travellers:

Reykjavik - Loft HI Eco Hostel – ★ 9.38/10 – Reykjavik - Loft HI Eco Hostel
KEX Hostel and Hotel – ★ 9.08/10 – KEX Hostel and Hotel

🗺️ Neighbourhoods to Explore

Downtown – Hallgrímskirkja church, shopping street, and restaurant row
Old Harbor – Whale watching tours, fish restaurants, and waterfront walks
Laugardalur – Public geothermal pools (cheaper than Blue Lagoon!)
Grandi – Up-and-coming area with brewery and market halls

Pro tip: Skip Blue Lagoon's tourist prices. Local hot pots are free or cheap and actually used by Icelanders.

🚌 Getting Around Reykjavik

From the airport: Flybus to city center or BSI terminal
Walk: Downtown is tiny and completely walkable
Bus: Public buses reach suburbs but most tourists walk
Rent a car: Essential for exploring Iceland beyond Reykjavik
Tours: For Golden Circle, South Coast, and northern lights chasing

💬 Why Reykjavik?

With 17311 reviews from budget survivors, Reykjavik proves Iceland is possible. Yes, a beer costs $12. But geothermal pools, dramatic landscapes, and midnight sun are priceless. Your hostel kitchen becomes the social center where everyone bonds over pasta dinners and aurora hunting plans.

"Iceland destroyed my budget but was worth every króna. Saw northern lights, soaked in hot springs, and made lifelong friends cooking hostel dinners. Do it, just bring your own food."
— Amy, USA

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