Hostel in Akureyri, steps from Akureyri Church This smoke-free hostel features a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a library, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is available once per stay. Hafnarstræti Hostel offers 62 shared accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.
Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. This Akureyri hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and refrigerators can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
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Amenities
Air Conditioner
TV
Wheelchair Accessible
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Guest Services
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 pm; check-in end time: 10:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 am contactless check-out available express check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. rollaway/extra beds are not available. cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment Policy
Towels fee: eur 17 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own) the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pet Policy
No pets or service animals allowed
Cashless transactions are available 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 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted this property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Reviews
Kim
Aug 18, 2025 07:32:52 PM
Review Score:
8
Summary: Decent budget option, but communication and support need improvement. I emailed well in advance to confirm my booking but never received the necessary info, and there are no staff on site to help.
Pros:
Affordable budget option.
Pods are reasonably comfortable for sleeping.
Earplugs made it possible to get a decent rest.
Cons:
No staff on site; arrival instructions weren’t sent despite emailing well in advance.
In-pod safe was locked and unusable.
Outlets and USB ports inside the pod don’t actually charge devices (only explained in the instruction video after arrival).
Alarm function on the pod was disabled.
Pods are not soundproof.
When crowded (e.g., student groups), it’s difficult to find a free outlet in common areas.
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Reviews
Kim
Aug 18, 2025 07:32:52 PM
Review Score:
8
Summary: Decent budget option, but communication and support need improvement. I emailed well in advance to confirm my booking but never received the necessary info, and there are no staff on site to help.
Pros:
Affordable budget option.
Pods are reasonably comfortable for sleeping.
Earplugs made it possible to get a decent rest.
Cons:
No staff on site; arrival instructions weren’t sent despite emailing well in advance.
In-pod safe was locked and unusable.
Outlets and USB ports inside the pod don’t actually charge devices (only explained in the instruction video after arrival).
Alarm function on the pod was disabled.
Pods are not soundproof.
When crowded (e.g., student groups), it’s difficult to find a free outlet in common areas.
John
Aug 16, 2025 05:15:01 AM
Review Score:
6
Summary: I had never stayed at a Pod hotel before. I went to the pod and could not figure out where the keybox was. I did figure that out when I went back to the front again. The Plugin in Pod 58 only worked some times for me. It needs to be replaced. The kitchen was great. Not sure if I'll ever stay in that kind of place again
Hilmir
Jun 11, 2025 11:51:57 AM
Review Score:
10
Summary: It is a family run Hostel, with a great location in Akureyri. Very good service and friendly staff. I had a pleasant stay.
Natasha
May 9, 2025 04:31:28 AM
Review Score:
8
Summary: Staying in a pod was such a unique experience. Pod walls are not soundproof, but cozy and have a TV for an ultimate movie watching experience. The full kitchen was super convenient and common areas and bathrooms were kept very clean. Parking in P1 and P2 is paid during the day and free past 4pm, which we only found out when we got there, but overnight parking was painless since P1 is super close to the hostel.
Harish Nagarajan
May 6, 2025 05:52:34 PM
Review Score:
10
Summary: A pretty good location and very perfect of you're a solo traveler and there for a short stay
Lara
Apr 19, 2025 02:01:26 AM
Review Score:
10
Summary: Though there are a lot of people sleeping in the same room the pods provide soundproofing and privacy. It was a great experience.
Ravindra
Oct 20, 2024 07:58:44 PM
Review Score:
6
Summary: Stay was okay, but you have to keep your luggage in luggage/storage room provided inside the hostel.Limited parking in front of the Hostel and you have to pay for parking if its parked outside the free parking hours.
Varun
Oct 11, 2024 08:09:14 PM
Review Score:
10
Summary: This was a great property in the downtown of Akureyri. The location couldn't have been better. Though it was a hostel, it was very clean. The property also provided many amenities.
hayley
Sep 7, 2024 05:34:23 PM
Review Score:
10
Summary: The pods were amazing. Having your own little quiet space was just the best. They are spacious and so comfortable- I had a single and had space to store some clothing items.
There are coat racks and a good storage space.
It is kept clean and is lovely and welcoming. The bathroom Facilities are very modern and it’s about 12 toilet/ shower rooms.
There are 2 lounge areas - kitchen and at the back of the hostel and the outdoor area is also lovely. The kitchen facilities are great too and everyone did their bit to keep it tidy.
Would recommend and would stay there again
Jonathan
Aug 25, 2024 08:30:27 PM
Review Score:
6
Summary: The pod hotel idea is cool, and the pods are quite cozy and nice. However, there were a lot of very loud rude people in the pods around me coming in and out after midnight. It's very loud in the bottom pod when someone is disrespectfully stomping up their steps and opening and closing their door all the time. I got very little sleep.