Bus Hostel Reykjavik

3.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near Perlan

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Living area
Property video
Shared kitchen
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Explore the area

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Skogarhlid 10, Reykjavik, IS-105
  • Place, Perlan
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Hallgrimskirkja
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Laugavegur
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Rainfall showerhead
16 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Free WiFi
  • 8 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 4 beds dorm)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Free WiFi
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 20 beds dorm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Free WiFi
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Shared Dormitory (Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory room)

Highlights

Heating
Rainfall showerhead
16 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Free WiFi
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Comfort Shared Dormitory (Bed in 16-Bed Dormitory room)

Highlights

Heating
Rainfall showerhead
16 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Free WiFi
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the area

Reykjavik

Bus Hostel Reykjavik puts you in the heart of Reykjavik, within a 20-minute stroll of Perlan and Reykjavik University. Highlights at this hostel include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a library. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning to-go breakfast is served between 4:00 AM and noon. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Hlíðar hostel include Laugavegur and Hallgrimskirkja.

What's nearby

  • Perlan - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Laugavegur - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • National Museum of Iceland - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Perlan - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Café Loki - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Just Wingin it - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Reykjavík Roasters - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Víkinga Pylsur - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Bus Hostel Reykjavik

Hostel with free parking, near Perlan
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Bus Hostel Reykjavik. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Reykjavik hostel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2013
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Bus Hostel Reykjavik offers 22 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast to-go available 4:00 AM to noon for a fee: ISK 500 to 2,000 for adults and ISK 500 to 2,000 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift (76 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Built in 2013
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (9:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Bus Hostel Reykjavik

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Towels fee: ISK 500 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately ISK 500 to 2000 for adults and ISK 500 to 2000 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ISK 3890 per person (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Bus Hostel
Bus Hostel Reykjavik
Reykjavik Bus Hostel
Bus Hostel Reykjavik Reykjavik
Bus Hostel Reykjavik Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Bus Hostel Reykjavik Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Reykjavik

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bus Hostel Reykjavik?

Bus Hostel Reykjavik offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Bus Hostel Reykjavik?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bus Hostel Reykjavik on 23 Nov 2025 start from NZ$163.31, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Bus Hostel Reykjavik?

Yep, Bus Hostel Reykjavik has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Bus Hostel Reykjavik?

The closest beach to Bus Hostel Reykjavik is Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach (1.6 km).

What makes Bus Hostel Reykjavik a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Bus Hostel Reykjavik.

Does Bus Hostel Reykjavik serve breakfast?

Sure does, to-go brekkie is on offer daily from 4:00 AM to noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bus Hostel Reykjavik?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day at scheduled times for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bus Hostel Reykjavik?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bus Hostel Reykjavik?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.