About this property
This hostel is a 10-minute drive from Keflavík International Airport. It offers breakfast from 03:30 and free Wi-Fi. Facilities include a shared kitchen, TV lounge and terrace. Start Hostel’s rooms offer simple, modern décor and blackout blinds. Guests can choose between rooms with a private bathroom or dormitory facilities. A communal laundry room is also available. Restaurants and a gym are within 5 minutes’ walk, while a children’s playground is found on site. The Blue Lagoon geothermal spa is 20 km from Start Hostel Keflavík Airport. The Viking World museum is a 10-minute drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry
- Bar
- Free cot available on request
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Zaneta
United Kingdom
“The room was spotless, spacious, and beautifully maintained. The bed was comfortable, ensuring a great night’s sleep. The location was perfect—close to everything I needed, yet peaceful and quiet for relaxing evening. What stood out the most,...” - Tina
United Kingdom
“An amazing place. Super clean, bright and modern. Breakfast choices were very good. Staff very friendly. I really can’t fault it.” - Brian
United Kingdom
“Basic, but clean, comfortable and good value. The breakfast was excellent.” - Anonymous
United Kingdom
“The staff were very friendly and helpful, early breakfast was a great bonus” - Leo
Switzerland
“The dorm was rather large and very clean. Bed, table, locker — nothing fancy, but quite good for a night. The bed is comfortable. The kitchen and recreation rooms are also large and well equipped, reception was helpful getting me a...” - Matej
Slovakia
“Breakfast was great, good value for the money :) Recomended” - Andrew
Isle of Man
“I would highly recommend this accommodation. Clean comfortable and friendly, great breakfast. Short taxi (expensive) or bus ride from the airport.” - Ari
Canada
“The staff were incredibly kind. Breakfast was great to have. The staff helped get me an item I forgot before my flight, which I appreciated so much.” - Gian
Switzerland
“Breakfast at 4am. Close to the airport. Good for early flights.” - Catherine
United Kingdom
“Very clean, spacious room, close to the airport, in quiet location. Delicious, varied breakfast served from 4am to cater for early flights.”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.



The fine print
During 1 October - 30 April, check-in is only possible when a time is agreed upon with the property. Please contact Start Keflavik Airport prior to arrival to confirm the time.
Please inform Start Keflavík Airport in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.