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Loft Hostel in Reykjavik

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● Center: 1.3 km

✅ The hostel’s location is praised as central and walking distance to key Reykjavik attractions by multiple guests. ✅ Shared kitchen on the 4th floor is well equipped and open 24/7, popular among guests for cooking and socializing. ✅ Staff are consistently described as kind, helpful, and professional, enhancing the overall stay. ✅ Rooms and common areas are kept very clean, with daily cleaning routines mentioned. ✅ The rooftop terrace and bar are highlighted as great social spaces with nice city views. ✅ Guests appreciate the availability of earplugs to manage noise and the secure self check-in system. ❌ Noise is a frequent complaint, especially on weekends due to nearby clubs and street activity, affecting sleep quality. ❌ Shared kitchen space can get crowded and cleanliness depends partly on guests’ behavior. ❌ Some rooms facing the street experience significant noise from traffic and nightlife. ❌ Storage space in dorm rooms is limited and some amenities like bedside reading lights are missing. ❌ Lockers under beds sometimes do not function properly.

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Rooms and prices

2 guests

Adults−2+

Children under 17−0+

Age−7+

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Run of House

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Bed in Dorm

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Bed in Dorm (female dorm)

Shared bathroom

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Economy room

Private bathroom

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Economy Triple room

Private bathroom

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Economy Quadruple room

Private bathroom

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Economy Double room

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Standard room

Shared bathroom

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Standard Single room

Private bathroom

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Standard Quadruple room

Private bathroom

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Standard Family room

Family room with bathroom

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Standard Double room

Private bathroom

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Standard Triple room

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Superior room

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Superior Double room

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Description

Loft Hostel in Reykjavik offers budget travelers a central spot with a variety of room types ranging from dorm beds to deluxe quadruple rooms. Built in 1999 and renovated in 2012, the hostel features modern amenities such as air conditioning, heating, and WiFi throughout its four floors. Guests can access a shared kitchen on the fourth floor, which is well equipped and open 24/7, and a bar with a rooftop terrace providing city views. The hostel is known for its social atmosphere with events and a communal lounge area. Rooms are cleaned daily and many dorms include private bathrooms. While some guests found street noise challenging, especially on weekends, earplugs are provided. The staff receive praise for friendliness and helpfulness, and luggage storage is available for early arrivals or late departures. Pets are not allowed, and the minimum check-in age is 18 years.

Location

Loft Hostel is located at Bankastraeti 7, right in the heart of Reykjavik’s downtown. It sits at the end of the main shopping street, Laugavegur, making it easy to walk to major sites like Hallgrimskirkja church, Harpa Concert Hall, and the Parliament House. The Icelandic Phallological Museum is just 212 meters away. Public transport is convenient with bus stop #6 just a block away, providing access to airport transfers and tours. The nearest beach, Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach, is approximately 2.8 km from the hostel. Nearby dining options include the Restaurant B5 only 38 meters away and Cafe Te & Kaffi 224 meters away. The Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) is just 2 km from the property.

Tips

Book rooms not facing the street if you want quieter nights, especially on weekends.
Use provided earplugs to help block out street and club noise.
Arrive early or leave late? Take advantage of the hostel’s luggage storage service.
Plan to cook your own meals in the well-equipped but sometimes busy fourth-floor kitchen.
If you value privacy, consider booking a private or superior room with a bathroom.

Policies and conditions

Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Children between 0 and 2 years old can stay for free if no extra bed is needed.
Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast: Breakfast not provided
Pets: Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the hotel: JSB, MasterCard, Visa, AmericanExpress, DinersClub, UnionPay
Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 11:00.

2 guests

Adults−2+

Children under 17−0+

Age−7+

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Services and facilities

General

Air conditioning
24-hour reception
Elevator/lift
Smoke-free property
Heating
Terrace
Outdoor furniture

Rooms

Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Family room
Linens

Accessibility

Accessibility features

Services and amenities

Luggage storage

Meals

Bar
Common kitchen
Snack bar

Internet

Free Wi-Fi

Transfer

Car rental

Languages Spoken

Spanish
German
English
Italian
French
Polish

Tourist services

Tour assistance

Recreation

Barbecue grill(s)
Sun Deck

Business

Fax and copy machine

Sports

Yoga

Kids

Family/Kid Friendly

Pets

Pets Not Allowed

The nearest beach is located on the distance of 2830 m. It takes 42 minutes To the beach!

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Video: Reykjavík, Iceland | EARLY Kone EcoDisc w/ Novel Elements Lift | Loft HI Hostel

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21.05.2026 Pam

Hi Eco Hostel has a great atmosphere for all ages, we found it a lovely place to meet people and enjoyed the cafe bar and kitchen areas. Our superior double room was very comfortable on our first stay, but the double room was less comfortable and it was really noisy on Friday night, so we wouldnt choose it again on a weekend. But on other nights, it is an ideal place to meet people.

26.01.2026 Marcel

We stayed at the hostel from Friday to Sunday. The room was perfectly fine and clean. The shared kitchen was quite small for the number of guests and not very clean, but that was not only due to the accommodation but also to the guests. During the day, the location is great—you are right in the center and can walk everywhere quickly and easily. BUT on both nights, it was impossible to sleep until well after 3 a.m. In general, the rooms are quite noisy and you can hear the electronic locks and everyone in the hallway, and thanks to the thin windows, you can also hear all the people and the hustle and bustle on the street (and there are really a lot of people out and about, with posers revving their cars or driving through the streets with loud music every few minutes). You could overlook all of that, and the free earplugs probably help. However, there are one or two clubs nearby whose bass is so piercing that it was impossible to sleep until 3:30 a.m. Even noise-canceling headphones didn't help, as you could feel the vibration and the sounds were certainly 140 bpm. The response from the lady at the reception desk the next day, “it's just downtown,” also left something to be desired.
We had a room facing the street and were there from Friday to Sunday, so it's possible that it's better on other days of the week or at the back. But I really can't recommend this hostel. At least not if you want to sleep. If you're going out to party anyway, it's definitely a good choice. Personally, after two nights, we were so exhausted that the relaxation of the vacation was almost gone.

17.01.2026 Katherine

Wow! I really loved this location and the community was great! I have stayed at multiple hostels in my travels so I am familiar with shared spaces. I stayed in the 8 room female dorm with a shared bathroom. They provide ear plugs and all the guests I encountered were courteous. The price was phenomenal for all of the amenities. I used the kitchen daily and loved all of the community space to hang out. I was able to store my luggage upon early arrival and for my late departure. They even have a bar and esspresso/coffee. They have an amazing rooftop area as well! The staff were very kind and helpful. I was impressed by how clean and organized they keep everything. I would definitely recommend this place to any other solo travelers. 10 out of 10.

04.01.2026 Andrea

Beautiful and friendly hostel. Rooms are cleaned daily. Very friendly staff. The owner is lovely and has a beautiful dog. The bar area is a plus, full of sofas, chairs, and all kinds of games. Last but not least, a magnificent terrace overlooking the main street downtown. The kitchen is open 24/7. Super central location.

01.12.2025 Guest

Alicia as very productive and she helped us in a very professional manner she was amazing at her work,We was with our friends and could see that she was very talented and make our time So special! Thank you Alicia !

29.11.2025 Xia

The location is excellent, with easy access to food options and shops. I stayed in an 8-bed female dorm, and the room was very spacious with its own private bathroom and a hairdryer provided. However, the storage space is insufficient, and there is no bedside reading light for each bed, which would have improved comfort.

The common area is large and very impressive, offering plenty of space to relax. The kitchen is well equipped and even provides free seasonings, which is a great bonus for travelers. Overall, a comfortable stay, though minor improvements in room amenities would make it even better.**

25.10.2025 Guest

"LOFT-HI ECO HOSTEL AND BAR " was my residence in Reykjavik.This Hostel sits on Bankastraeti, right on the end of the main shopping street in Reykjavik, Laugavegur. This places it central to all of the major sites of the downtown area. Hallgrimskirkja church, the Harpa Concert Hall, the National Gallery of Iceland, the Sun Voyager statue and the Parliament House are all within walking distance from "Loft-Hi" hostel. Loft Hi Hostel,its Bar and Venue that brings people together has been voted as the Best HI Hostel and Best Hostel in Iceland.On the 4th floor is a guest dining hall cum kitchen that is excellent for cooking and saving expences in the World's costliest city.

30.06.2025 Guest

Originally stayed at Loft hostel in 2021 and came back for one night while passing through Iceland on my way back to the US. The female dorms were comfortable and nicely sized for six women. Attached bathroom and shower and hooks for coats and towels, although many were too high for shorter or elderly guests, which was problematic. There are also zero trash cans or recycling in the rooms which was an odd choice. WiFi was very good in the room. Depending what room you're in, you will face the street and have some street noise. Rooms can also get quite warm with the 24 hour sun. The hostel is self check in and staff was helpful when one code didn't work to access the rooms. Kitchen is well equipped on the fourth floor but can get very busy. Overall, would recommend it but probably would not stay again. Not a bad option though if you're in town for a short period of time.

08.05.2025 Guest

As a solo traveler, I enjoyed my stay in a female only dorm (8 beds). It was clean and I was comfortable. I felt safe. Katherina, Alice, and Carolina were very helpful. The location is at the city center and a short block from bus stop #6 (Culture House) and near the rainbow street. For tour pick up, that is the bus stop they will pick up from. There is a Kronan Supermarket a block away and a taxi line. I was able to leave my bags safely before my evening flight. To take the fly bus from the airport, you will transfer to the yellow shuttle from the terminal. I was able to walk (20 minutes) from the hostel to the bus terminal to get the fly bus to KEF.

27.04.2025 Guest

Amazing hostel, I really enjoyed my stay here. Fully furnished, the rooms are clean and with private bathroom, the kitchen is big and with a lot of free stuffs to use, a big and nice common area, a strong wifi that allows to work remotely as I do, amazing staff, special mention for Michele the Italian bartender and Karolina. Very kind, friendly and funny :) I would definitely recommend this place and will be back.

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POIs near hotel

The Icelandic Phallological Museum (3 min)

Reykjavik's unconventional museum houses the world's largest collection of phallic specimens from mammals, featuring over 200 preserved examples across multiple floors.

Tickets: Phallological Museum: Entry Ticket, 24 EUR View

The Black Cone, Monument to Civil Disobedience (5 min)

Stone cone in central Reykjavik commemorating Iceland's 1944 independence declaration and protest against Danish sovereignty.

Tickets: Golden Circle & Kerið Crater: Grand Tour from Reykjavik, 76 EUR View

National Gallery of Iceland (6 min)

Iceland's premier art institution showcasing Nordic and international contemporary works alongside classical Icelandic paintings. Located in central Reykjavik, it spans multiple venues and collections.

Reykjavik Art Museum (6 min)

Iceland's largest art museum showcasing contemporary and historical Icelandic works across multiple downtown locations. Collections span painting, sculpture, and photography reflecting the nation's artistic heritage.

Tickets: Iceland: Perfume Creation Workshop, 174 EUR View

The Settlement Exhibition (7 min)

Archaeological museum displaying Viking-age turf house ruins and artifacts from Reykjavík's 9th-century Norse settlement, established through radiocarbon dating.

Tickets: Reykjavík: Small-Group Northern Lights Tour, 146 EUR View

Cafe and Restaurants near hotel

Restaurant «B5» (1 min)

Bankastræti 5, 101 Reykjavík

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23.10.2017 Emmelene

My friends and I touring Iceland came here on a Sat night around 9pm. It was still early enough where they had an acoustic guitarist singing cover songs. It wasn't that busy and had available seating at the time. It was nice and chill and we got to sing along too! However sometime later they started taking away the tables and chairs and more and more and MORE people started pouring in! Young crowd too. We got super lucky bc a group of people left their booth table which ended up being right by the DJ. At this point the it was a packed club (which I didn't expect at all lol). As with any packed club, it was very hard to get drinks and to move anywhere in the bar, and there was a long line for the bathroom to which my friends also added that 2 chicks got in a fight (sounds kinda interesting actually). They played American Music the rest of the night and even with the negative aspects of busy clubs, I still had a grand time, but of course alcohol helps lol.

01.10.2017 RustlingMedusa

Top quality sound system, my wife and I heard the music (and revellers) extremely clearly in my hotel over 50 metres away and all night long to boot! The set was top notch with good flow and a good selection of various upbeat music, the sound system made it so clear I could "shazam" over 80% of the DJ's set!
What an experience!
11/10 would definitely not sleep again!

13.09.2017 Rohith

Don't even think of going there. The worst club I have ever been to. 200 people cramped in a place where it can hold maximum 50 People spilling beer all over the place, drunk fightings, I can go on and on.

08.05.2017 Anton

Great place, been there several times. Always great service and nice staff. Their MangoTango is phenomenal

Restaurant «Hressó» (3 min)

Austurstræti 20, 101 Reykjavík

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07.01.2018 Birkir

Staff were bullies and assholes!
Bought drinks in the sports bar which was quite still at the time, and then got threatened with a beating by the bouncers if I didn't move over to the much louder club next door. That wasn't the place or atmosphere I signed up for. Stay clear!

31.12.2017 Chelsea

Went there during a non rush period (around 1430) and left after 30 minutes...our drink order hadn’t even been taken. My mom went up to the bar to try to place an order there and she said she’d send someone right over. We waited about 10 more minutes, during which the server blatantly ignored us, before we left. We got our fish and chips down the street at Drunken Rabbit— much better experience!

23.11.2017 Chris

Visited during dinner hours thirsty and hungry. Very disappointed with lacklustre service and staff that didn't seem terribly interested in being there. Food was disappointing. Only saving grace was that beer was cold. Would not recommend.

23.10.2017 Garry

Good. Enjoyed food with decent portions. Costs more than you would expect but this is iceland so not bad for here.

07.08.2017 Dennis

I thought the good was just OK. Fish and Chips is probably the best.
Service is slow and not very attentive. Not very aware of customer's needs, and sometimes feel like being ignored.
Feels pricy for the food served.

Maybe because this is a PUB, not a restaurant.

Overall, its still not a bad place to come to. But there are other places in the area that you can pay a little more to get much better food.

Cafe «Te & Kaffi» (3 min)

Frequently asked questions about Loft Hostel

What types of rooms does Loft Hostel offer?

Loft Hostel offers a wide range of room types including Run of House, Bed in Dorm, Bed in Dorm (female dorm), Economy room, Economy Triple room, Economy Quadruple room, Economy Double room, Standard room, Standard Single room, Standard Quadruple room, Standard Family room, Standard Double room, Standard Triple room, Superior room, Superior Double room, Deluxe room, Deluxe Double room, and Deluxe Quadruple room.

Is breakfast included at Loft Hostel?

Breakfast is not provided at Loft Hostel.

Are pets allowed in the hostel?

Pets are not allowed at Loft Hostel.

How noisy is the hostel at night?

Noise levels can be high on weekend nights due to nearby clubs and street noise. Earplugs are provided to guests. Rooms facing the street tend to experience more noise.

Is the hostel close to public transportation for airport access?

Yes, bus stop #6 is one block away, providing access to airport transfers and tours.

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Loft Hostel in Reykjavik

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Video: Reykjavík, Iceland | EARLY Kone EcoDisc w/ Novel Elements Lift | Loft HI Hostel

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