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Start Hostel

2.0 star property

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Food and drink
Property grounds
Living area
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Staircase

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is $202
$177 nightly
$202 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15

Explore the area

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Lindarbraut, Southern Peninsula, Reykjanesbær
  • Place, Útsýnissvæði
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Stekkjarkot
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reykjavik (KEF-Keflavik Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room, Private Bathroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Family Room, Private Bathroom

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

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Bed in Shared Dormitory, Men only | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed in Shared Dormitory, Men only

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in Shared Dormitory, Women only | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed in Shared Dormitory, Women only

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Triple Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Reykjanesbær

When you stay at Start Hostel in Reykjanesbær, you'll be near the airport and within a short 5-minute drive from Stekkjarkot. .This hostel is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from Blue Lagoon and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll.
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What's nearby

  • Útsýnissvæði - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Stekkjarkot - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Viking World Museum - 10 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Reykjanes Heritage Museum - 11 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪elda - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Loksins Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Jómfrúin - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hamborgarabúlla Tómasar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kvikk Café - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Start Hostel

Start Hostel offers 24 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 24 guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and gift shops/newsstands. This hostel also features a television in a common area, tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Start Hostel. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 4:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 4:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 4:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ISK 2,200 for adults and ISK 2,200 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive key retrieval information
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately ISK 2200 for adults and ISK 2200 for children

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

Start Hostel Keflavik
Start Hostel
Start Keflavik
Start Hostel Reykjanesbær
Start Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Start Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Reykjanesbær

Start Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 342 out of 500 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 500 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 500 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 500 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 500 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Monika

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyudmil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
awesome stay, very close to the airport and they staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very simple accommodations but perfect if you want to nap during a long layover or before/after a long flight before exploring the rest of the Iceland
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

xinran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

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

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay! Close to the airport, accommodating staff, and yummy free breakfast. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean very Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

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

Perfect for early deparure

Great breakfast with many choices and delicious coffee. Super clean, comfy beds and spacious room. 10 minutes from airport.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frederico

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

10/10 Excellent

Nils

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel was very clean, breakfast very good, staff very kindly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra

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

10/10 Excellent

Maria Fernanda

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

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean property with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect spot by the airport. Super clean room, well run, great breakfast and shuttle to airport. Exceeded our expectations
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monique yvonne

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

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Had a great time staff was very friendly 😁
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philipp

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stop after a late flight into Keflavik. Taxi journey was only 10 min, and buses to Reykjavik easy next day. Super friendly staff, thank you for the breakfast :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Excellent service when I arrived late. Comfortable convenient for the airport.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olga

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

10/10 Excellent

Alona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good option if you drive
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025