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Description of Reykjavik City Hostel
So you´re finally visiting Iceland? Then come and stay with us at the Hostelling International Reykjavík City Hostel - a great starting point for travelling inside the country and enjoying all that our energetic little city has to offer! Whether it´s the hustle and bustle of the city or the peace and quiet of the country you´re after, at Reykjavík City Hostel you can enjoy the best of both worlds. We´re situated in the Laugardalur Park, the city´s mains recreation area, and nextdoor to the national football stadium, the botanical gardens, and the biggest geothermal swimming pool in Reykjavík. With a busstop on our doorstep, this fantastic location is also convenient for the city centre: 10 minutes on the number 14 bus will take you right to the heart of the downtown and the city´s exuberant nightlife. Alternatively, enjoy the 30-minute walk in the fresh air along the sea front. You´ll want to take in as much of Iceland as you can while you´re here: exploding geysirs, spectacular waterfalls, black sands, glaciers, the Blue Lagoon or the Great Atlantic rift. Why not let us arrange a tour for you? Our reception and information centre, open 8.00 - 24.00 and staffed by enthusiastic travellers like yourself, provides a booking service on bus tickets, all tours and excursions, and budget car rental packages. There is even a complimentary pick-up service. We´re open 24 hours a day all year round. The FlyBus runs, upon request, between the hostel and Keflavik International Airport and connects with every flight. Check in is possible any time after 14.00; early arrivals are welcome to store their luggage until check-in leaving you free to explore. The hostel´s facilities include internet access and free WIFI in common areas, coffee bar, TV, conference room with projector for power-point presentations and our regular cinema evenings, 3 fully-equipped guest kitchens, and laundry. Rooms in the hostel are 2-6 bedded rooms; all twin and 4-bedded rooms have ensuite facilities. The Reykjavik City HI-Hostel is a proud holder of the Nordic Eco label 'the Swan' and the HI Quality Certificate from Hostelling International. We´re the ideal choice for budget travellers, students and groups looking for the perfect place to meet people, exchange travel stories and find new experiences. We´re looking forward to welcoming you!
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Reviews of Reykjavik City Hostel
Reykjavik City Hostel has a rating of 83% from a total of 277 reviews and ratings, below are some reviews of Reykjavik City Hostel
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fangthedragon1073 says:
“ A clean hostel with good services and helpfully and (mostly) knowledgeable staff. Ability to book and pay for tours at the hostel is excellent and there's a well stocked kitchen and common room. Only draw backs in location (a 10min bus ride or taxi from centre of town) and wifi wouldn't work on... more ”
Posted: on Mar 9, 2010 // Rated: |
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prong3036 says:
“ Well organised and helpful. Clean and tidy. Not the most character but suited us perfectly. Extremely helpful staff. ”
Posted: on Feb 28, 2010 // Rated: |
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jonathon8601 says:
“ Great place to stay! A little bit out of town, but then again, the walk into town is amazing! Love Iceland, want to go back as soon as possible. The guys here made it really easy! ”
Posted: on Jan 20, 2010 // Rated: |
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kevinstirnweis7233 says:
“ Having the pool next door is great, but, sadly, it is pretty far from the city center and even the downtown area. The staff is all really helpful and awesome, though, so if you don't mind a half hour - forty minute walk, then this place is perfect! ”
Posted: on Jan 12, 2010 // Rated: |
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magdamararu6748 says:
“ Pleasant stay, purpose built hostel.Staff helpfull,we booked out tours through them.Minor glitch with not getting the dorms we booked for but that happens (-: The magnetic card (your key) may deactivate - easy to reactivate at desk when open but it may happen at inconvenient time.Rooms can be... more ”
Posted: on Dec 29, 2009 // Rated: |
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emmacjohnston1011 says:
“ staff were awesome, they were a great help with organising our adventure! ”
Posted: on Dec 10, 2009 // Rated: |
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therobert says:
“ Very well organised, most tours will come to pick you up outside the hostel, prices very reasonable, ”
Posted: on Dec 6, 2009 // Rated: |
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keungpitkai4320 says:
“ the staff were fantastically helpful. fully equipped kitchen enabled budget dining. free wifi in the common area was awesome. ”
Posted: on Dec 3, 2009 // Rated: |
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kaja0607 says:
“ excellent place to stay in rkv! ”
Posted: on Nov 27, 2009 // Rated: |
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freehub says:
“ staying there off season it was quite a surprise how much was going on. while the hostel in general was quiet, the common area was full of life 24/7! the hostel has got character, and all staff are great. while there were some minor glitches like sinks not working and some doors not closing... more ”
Posted: on Nov 15, 2009 // Rated: |
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dicknmad09 says:
“ Nice hostel but we felt like we were at school camp with the staff always watching over us. Good location though. ”
Posted: on Nov 14, 2009 // Rated: |
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DuPen says:
“ a little bit far away from the main street, however, the hostel environment is excellent. ”
Posted: on Nov 9, 2009 // Rated: |
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rayjayb7385 says:
“ Location is a bit far away, but within long walking distance or an easy bus ride. I would stay there again. Breakfast was great. ”
Posted: on Oct 23, 2009 // Rated: |
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pollworker1569 says:
“ This hostel is clean, safe and on a bus route. It is also a nice walk along the sea to downtown if you decide not to take the bus. I really enjoyed the breakfast and appreciate getting it along with the bed linens for free by booking with hostelworld. If you need help, the staff is very... more ”
Posted: on Oct 15, 2009 // Rated: |
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amulet says:
“ I would recommend this hostel, we had a very pleasant stay here. The staff very always helpful. ”
Posted: on Sep 17, 2009 // Rated: |
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jevinwest8837 says:
“ One of the better hostels I have stayed at. They were very accommodating, the breakfast was great and the atmosphere was very relaxed. Very well planned out and run hostel. I definitely would recommend it. ”
Posted: on Sep 16, 2009 // Rated: |
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nicholaibobas says:
“ you can't knock this place. it is super cheap and not that far from the city. ”
Posted: on Sep 7, 2009 // Rated: |
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bdncdi says:
“ great people, good location, great breakfast setup, good stay... ”
Posted: on Sep 4, 2009 // Rated: |
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dha41882 says:
“ Clean. However, far from city centre, and harder to meet party people. Try Reykjavik Backpackers Downtown. ”
Posted: on Sep 3, 2009 // Rated: |
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gysxr750 says:
“ Probably the best located hostel in Reykjavik, just a short bus ride from the center. its right next to a really great athletic center and they provide great accomadations, and many excursions. Not really a place to find others to party with. ”
Posted: on Aug 26, 2009 // Rated: |
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rainer19 says:
“ Excellent breakfast, open all night for late arrivals, ”
Posted: on Aug 24, 2009 // Rated: |
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ahodny3201 says:
“ Very nice place to stay. My only critique is that it is a ways from the downtown zone/city centre. It's no big deal, though, as bus passes are cheap enough and Jetbus and all the other buses pass by. ”
Posted: on Aug 16, 2009 // Rated: |
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Actie says:
“ Had an excellent stay. As others have doubtless mentioned, location is not super-central -- but worth keeping in mind that Reykjavik is a small city and the walk into the town center is very pleasant. ”
Posted: on Jul 31, 2009 // Rated: |
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macfly866543 says:
“ Thanks a lot for the lovely stay. This is a pretty nice and clean hostel and the breakfast is the greatest thing about it. ”
Posted: on Jul 29, 2009 // Rated: |
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really-fast7823 says:
“ Very high standard! But not so good location if you want to spend some time downtown. ”
Posted: on Jul 27, 2009 // Rated: |
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vhwl2353 says:
“ The ~3km distance from downtown Reykjavik has been commented on by some, and might be a deterrent to those interested in spending lots of time right downtown. Public transit connections are every 30 minutes during the day, hourly in the late evening. Nevertheless, airport and tour bus... more ”
Posted: on Jul 27, 2009 // Rated: |
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nyssamjohnson5445 says:
“ great atmosphere. excelent information provided at reception. commonroom is so comfortable it could feel like your own loungeroom and is an excellent set up for meeting people. great big kitchens with perfect setup. a 10-15 minute walk into the centre but it is near the zoo and gardens and is a... more ”
Posted: on Jul 22, 2009 // Rated: |
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dosvel says:
“ Nice place with confortable beds near a park. Its away if you walk to city center, but it has a nice parking lot if you rented a car though. A very good place if you plan to relax and not to hang out in Reykjavik. ”
Posted: on Jul 20, 2009 // Rated: |
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hellopitney8305 says:
“ Will stay here 4 times this summer and they (still) charged me $60 to keep my big bag in storage for a month while I visitied family in other Europe...just feels real cheap on their part. Kitchens are great, however. ”
Posted: on Jul 15, 2009 // Rated: |
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saralykke2110 says:
“ We found the city hostel a very nice place to stay, namely because of its cleaness, low prices and vivant atmospere. We highly recommand this place, though the location could be closer to the centre of the city in order to go on a small evening walk. Best regards, Amanda and Sara, Denmark ”
Posted: on Jul 14, 2009 // Rated: |
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saraalden says:
“ Very nice hostel, and the breakfast is really good, but a bit expensive.. And you have to rent linens wish is a bit of a downer.. ”
Posted: on Jul 5, 2009 // Rated: |
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motank7366 says:
“ amazing staff. helped us with our trip plans, accommodations outside of the city, everything. couldn't ask for anything better. ”
Posted: on Jun 20, 2009 // Rated: |
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tindy9765 says:
“ a nice hostel, but some staff not really helpful, overall is quite gd and breakfast was gd ”
Posted: on Jun 14, 2009 // Rated: |
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ClaireLV says:
“ Fantastic hostel. Clean and functional and well looked after. The staff were cheerful and helpful, met some great people here too. Bit far out of town but bus trip is no problem. Lovely chilled out peaceful surroundings with a big park-like camping ground at the back. Would highly recommend... more ”
Posted: on Jun 13, 2009 // Rated: |
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Davidha says:
“ Great place, and too far from the center. The staff really goes the extra mile. ”
Posted: on Jun 10, 2009 // Rated: |
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portianicholson8947 says:
“ Fantastic hostel, very nice facilities and staff were great. the only problem was beyond their control and that was that the Bus into town only runs every 30 mins and after around 7pm only runs once an hour so sometimes it was difficult to go into town and back! ”
Posted: on Jun 6, 2009 // Rated: |
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soundwa says:
“ Nice rooms and beds, but the hostel was a ways from the city center and when the last bus out there leaves at around 11:30pm, you will either have a long walk back to the hostel in the wee hours of the morning, or pay 1400 isk for a taxi, so have some spare cash on hand if you plan on going out. ”
Posted: on Jun 5, 2009 // Rated: |
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aarnek says:
“ Good clean hostel next to the sports facilities and great public hot spring spa. Would recommend it. ”
Posted: on Jun 5, 2009 // Rated: |
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shakenbakin says:
“ This hostel is everything you need for a stay. It has free-wi-fi and nice lounges/common spaces. It seems like a purpose built hostel and is really clean and organized. My only complaint was the location, as it is a good walk and about a 10 minute bus ride from downtown - where everything... more ”
Posted: on Jun 5, 2009 // Rated: |
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peter-coceani7235 says:
“ Very comfortable hostel. Its a shame lockers cost extra. In the evenings, there is only one bus in and out of town which is annoying as it is a boring half hour walk. Very clean, good showers and good breakfast.I would stay again. ”
Posted: on May 29, 2009 // Rated: |
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Facilities at Reykjavik City Hostel
- Food & Drink
- Guest Kitchen
- BBQ Area
- Café
- General
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Washing Machine/Dryer
- 24 Hour Security
- Jobs Board
- Hairdryer for Hire
- 24 Hour Reception
- Currency Exchange
- Towels Hire
- Airport Transfers
- Tours Desk
- Luggage Storage
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Communications
- Fax Service
- Postal Service
- Card Phones
- Sport & Leisure
- Fussball
- Bicycle Hire
- Cable TV
- DVD`s
- Common Room
- Outdoor Terraced Area
- Library
- In Room Facilities
- Reading Light
- Security Lockers
- Key Card Access
