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Next weekend
31 July - 2 Aug
In two weeks
7 Aug - 9 Aug
In one month
21 Aug - 23 Aug
In two months
18 Sept - 20 Sept

Our top choices for Akranes hostels

Lobby lounge

Student hotel & hostel

Student hotel & hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (169 reviews)
"excellent place and good location. Friendly and helpful staff"
United States
Dirk
The price is AU$226
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Student hotel & hostel
Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Bus Hostel Reykjavik

Bus Hostel Reykjavik
3.0 star property
Hlíðar
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (335 reviews)
"I loved that you could check in after hours! We had a late flight. It was appreciated."
Canada
Linda
The price is AU$257
includes taxes & fees
25 July - 26 July
Bus Hostel Reykjavik
Front of property

Hostel Fjordur

Hostel Fjordur
1.0 star property
Hafnarfjörður
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (9 reviews)
"Nice room, perfect for one night stayed."
United States
Mario
The price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Hostel Fjordur
View from property

Hostel B47

Hostel B47
2.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (268 reviews)
"Kitchen has some free stuff to use from the previous travellers."
Canada
Selina
The price is AU$200
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Hostel B47
Bar (on property)

KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik

KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik
2.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (874 reviews)
"Budget friendly and close to all the bus stop for tours and close to everything"
Canada
Ligaya Patricia
The price is AU$250
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik
Reception

Nordic Hostel

Nordic Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Very clean hostel. Staff are friendly. Easy to check in or out"
United States
Kebba
The price is AU$245
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Nordic Hostel
Front of property

Refurinn Reykjavik Guesthouse - Hostel

Refurinn Reykjavik Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Vesturbær
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (38 reviews)
"Great location and great staff"
United States
Tsaiti
The price is AU$289
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Refurinn Reykjavik Guesthouse - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

Lækur Hostel

Lækur Hostel
2.0 star property
Laugardalur
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (86 reviews)
"good stay clean room good staff"
United States
Josue
The price is AU$637
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Lækur Hostel
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Top Akranes Hotel Reviews

Exeter Hotel

Exeter Hotel

8/10 Good
"The hotel is well located with a very good restaurant and bar. The amenities are fine, just what you need. Very friendly staff"
Pedro 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Exeter Hotel

Find out more about Akranes

Akranes Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,698
Accommodation
15 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$170
Highest Price
AU$637

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Akranes?
Our travellers like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may offer budget-friendly rates: Hotel Reykjavík Grand - 13.4 mi (21.5 km) from the heart of Akranes. Located within a 5-minute walk of Laugavegur. Property features at this hotel include free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a lift. Grandi by Center Hotels - 12.1 mi (19.4 km) from the heart of Akranes. Property features at this hotel include free Wi-Fi and free parking. CityHub Reykjavik - 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from the heart of Akranes. Located within a 5-minute walk of Laugavegur. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk at this hostel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Akranes?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 10°C, while the coldest months are December and January, with an average of 0°C. Average annual precipitation for Akranes is 1281 mm.
What is there to see and do in Akranes?
In general, Akranes is known for its rivers, seafood and golf. Major attractions include Reykjavik Harbour. Get out into nature with places such as Guðlaug Baths, Langisandur and Reykjavik Pond. Cultural attractions include Reykjavík Maritime Museum, Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center and Harpa.
What's the best way to get to and around Akranes while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Akranes on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic), located 13.6 mi (21.9 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Keflavik International Airport (KEF), which is 27.5 mi (44.3 km) away.