About
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.
1,080 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 9.2
- Staff
- 9.4
- Location
- 8.6
What Guests Say
- “Nice personnel, Cleanliness, Great breakfast”
- “I had to stay in two hotels near the airport. This one was so much nicer! I wish we could have had a second night there instead of…”
Top Amenities
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Kitchen/Kitchenette
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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1/4Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- Accessible bath/shower
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
- Bath or Shower
1/4Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
- Accessible bath/shower
- Baby Cot
- Bath or Shower
- Blackout curtains
1/4Triple Room with Private Bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
- Bath or Shower
- Blackout curtains
1/4Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
- Baby Cot
- Bath or Shower
- Blackout curtains
- Closet
1/4Family Room
- Accessible bath/shower
- Baby Cot
- Bath or Shower
- Blackout curtains
1/41 Person in Dormitory - Female Only
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Blackout curtains
- Closet
1/4Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- Accessible bath/shower
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
- Bath or Shower
1/41 Person in Dormitory - Male Only
- Bath or Shower
- Blackout curtains
- Closet
- Dining table
1/2Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
- Accessible by lift
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Closet
1/4Family Room (2 Adults + 3 Children) with Private Bathroom
- Accessible by lift
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Closet
1/2Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
- Accessible by lift
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Closet
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What Guests Loved
Based on 1,080 reviews
Pros +
- Nice personnel, Cleanliness, Great breakfast
- Breakfast
- Room was good.
Cons -
- Provide clear instructions on how to get to hotel w public transportation.
- Located about 15-minute walk from the city center (but has free parking).
- While reception staff was really attentive, i received incorrect or incomplete information on bus service and had to be helped along by a friendly fellow bus passenger.
Nice personnel, Cleanliness, Great breakfast
Provide clear instructions on how to get to hotel w public transportation.
Breakfast
Located about 15-minute walk from the city center (but has free parking).
Room was good.
While reception staff was really attentive, i received incorrect or incomplete information on bus service and had to be helped along by a friendly fellow bus passenger.
Proximity to airport
Worse management and front desk staff. Though we made clear that we are a family of three as we arrived, we were told on our second day, that everything is ok. As we checked out, we had to pay 27 euros for a 9 year old child per night for breakfast.
I had to stay in two hotels near the airport. This one was so much nicer! I wish we could have had a second night there instead of having to go to Guesthouse Alex which is a really gross place. We got a room with a full bath and it was really nice.
Its a little hard to find.
Excessive price for level of accommodation. Shower head slid down rod and rotated making showering difficult.
Friendly owners made this stay very comfortable
The staff was so friendly and kind!
The location is not within walking distance of very many things, but the bus stop is close!
Good value overall.
But it does not have a TV set.
Cleanliness and comfortable beds!
Kitchen and common area was nice
We liked everything about the hotel
This was a serviceable hotel, and was perfect for our late arrival to Keflavík. We got the first lot for the blue lagoon, which was super convenient from here. This place is basic, clean, and friendly
When we first arrived, there was nobody there to greet us. We called and there was no answer. I went upstairs and found someone to help. They were setting up for breakfast.. It wasn’t something that we really disliked but it was a little inconvenient.
breakfast at 4 am so we could have breakfast before we drove to the airport. it was a big room, with bathroom in it , and it was very close to the airport, less than 10 minutes by car to the place where we had to return our rented car. the breakfast place was close to our room, and in the evening we could use it, and drink thea, and play cards.
everything was allright
Great location, close to the airport. Good breakfast spread. Spacious, comfortable and clean room.
Close to the airport for an early flight.
Nothing regarding the facility, roommates were up and down, in and out, on and off the phone and using flash lights to look around the room all night.
Free breakfast
No airport shuttle but Booking.com said they had one.
Friendliness of staff, availability of rooms, 24/7 snack bar
Iceland is expensive, so this accommodation was good value in light of that. Very helpful and friendly staff, great breakfast, safe, clean, comfortable, close to airport and bus 55 easy access to and from airport, having kitchen access is very good benefit, communal spaces to comfortably “hangout.”
The hotel was overbooked. We were sent to a nearby hotel which was very nice.
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Food & Drinks
- Kitchen/Kitchenette
- Restaurant
- Shared kitchen
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Accessible parking
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Accessible toilet
- Facilities for disabled guests available
- Wheelchair accessible
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
General
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 11:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 stay free with cot. |
| Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
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 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.
Location
Lindarbraut 637, Keflavík
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