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 12 mi from Start Hostel Keflavík Airport. The Viking World museum is a 10-minute drive away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry
- Bar
- Free crib available on request
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Availability
Prices converted to USD
We have no availability here between Thu, Sep 11, 2025 and Sun, Sep 14, 2025.
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Room Type
Number of guests
Price
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
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4 twin beds
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2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
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5 twin beds
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3 twin beds
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1 queen bed
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2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
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3 twin beds
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1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
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1 twin bed
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1 full bed
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3 twin beds
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Marcin
United States“Convenient airport location. Clean, comfortable, quiet, good breakfast.” - Jennifer
Canada“I loved that we had our own shower in the room! The beds were also very comfy and the place was clean” - Lou United States“Staff was very nice and helpful. Facilities were nicer inside than I expected.”
Shawn United States“Convenient location. Clean and comfortable rooms. Great breakfast. Our stay was quiet.”- Maryam Canada“Great place to stay when you have a short connection in Iceland!”
- Linda United States“Friendly, efficient check in. Great breakfast. Wonderful room. Easy parking.”
- Sil
Netherlands“Great location, 5 min drive from airport! The staff called the cab for me which made it easy. The bathroom and bedroom were very clean, good for one night (given the price).” - Julia
Belarus“We had a wonderful stay! The rooms were clean, spacious, and very comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and offered a wide variety of options. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The location is perfect — very close to the airport,...” - Insightfoolish
Germany“The front desk was unbelievably helpful, nice, and accommodating! I recommend this place highly - very close to the airport, clean room, friendly atmosphere and a family home feel.” 
Anirban
United Kingdom“Good location with a car. Ample parking. Excellent breakfast with good spread.”
Area info
House rules
Start Keflavík Airport takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 4:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
