Does Hafnarstræti Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hafnarstræti Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hafnarstræti Hostel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hafnarstræti Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hafnarstræti Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hafnarstræti Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Hafnarstræti Hostel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like cross-country skiing and snowboarding. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs.

What's the area around Hafnarstræti Hostel like?

Hafnarstræti Hostel is in Akureyri City Center, a short 5-minute drive from Akureyri (AEY) and 3 minutes' walk from Akureyri Church.

Hafnarstræti Hostel, Akureyri: Hotel Reviews, Rooms & Prices

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 18, 2025

Though there are a lot of people sleeping in the same room the pods provide soundproofing and privacy. It was a great experience.

Lara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 11, 2024

This was a great property in the downtown of Akureyri. The location couldn't have been better. Though it was a hostel, it was very clean. The property also provided many amenities.

Varun, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 16, 2024

The first time that I have stayed in a pod - so comfortable with air conditioning, power, high speed WiFi and a tv.

John, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

May 8, 2025

Staying in a pod was such a unique experience. Pod walls are not soundproof, but cozy and have a TV for an ultimate movie watching experience. The full kitchen was super convenient and common areas and bathrooms were kept very clean. Parking in P1 and P2 is paid during the day and free past 4pm, which we only found out when we got there, but overnight parking was painless since P1 is super close to the hostel.

Natasha, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 13, 2023

The capsule we stayed in was comfortable and a unique and fun experience. The front desk was very helpful with check in. Limited amount of showers/toilets, so in the morning and evenings had to wait.

Rebecca, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Aug 15, 2025

I had never stayed at a Pod hotel before. I went to the pod and could not figure out where the keybox was. I did figure that out when I went back to the front again. The Plugin in Pod 58 only worked some times for me. It needs to be replaced. The kitchen was great. Not sure if I'll ever stay in that kind of place again

John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 17, 2024

Well thought out. Our first experience with capsule sleep pod. Comfortable, safe, quiet. Well organized system for checking & well equipped kitchen.

James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 2, 2023

Totally recommend staying here, Ive never stayed in a hostel or a pod before, but I was only in town for 2 day and wanted to embrace the backpacking experience. I heartfelt warmly thank the lady on reception and the gentleman in the mess room as they was so helpful and kind and gave a homely feeling to the place. The facilties are well kept and the cleaniness in the washrooms are kept to a very high standard. If your on a short visit and travelling through, stop here. Will definitely stay here again next time. Thank you so much.

Robert, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 18, 2022

Cute and fun! I deff suggest it if you are looking down something unique. Staff was not super accommodating which I don’t mind but I know others may have been annoyed with. Still worth the stay, just be self sufficient.

Cassandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 9, 2023

Very nice couple operate this interesting facility. They work hard to keep it clean and running smoothly. Very convenient for a budget traveler. Secure entry and good security. We brought and cooked our own food in the well equipped kitchen. (With many other guests doing the same) Hostel vibe with visitors from many different countries and lots of ages. We enjoyed the experience but are happy that we brought earplugs. 9 bathrooms for up to 80 guests but we never had trouble finding an open one when we needed it. Right in the middle of downtown so tons of restaurants within walking distance.

Damon, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 17, 2023

The capsules are unique, but the power outlet bor the USB outlets in the capsules worked. Also bigger suitcases cannot be locked anywhere and smaller ones just if you bring your own fitting lock. Also towels are not provided and can only be rented for a fee during the day when personal is on site.

Korbinian, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

May 19, 2024

I did not hear anything from them. Did not even got a reminder or that i had a booking. And did not want to assist in anything. Sorry.

Anne, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Nov 27, 2022

Not ever again.

It was good for the novelty, property was clean and well located. The sleeping experience was miserable. A thin foam mattress over a hard platform and no sound isolation. You will hear every conversation in the room, every creak and shift of bodies searching for comfort on the sad beds, which will go on all night since no one seems to be sleeping well either. Might be ok if you were young enough to not be bothered sleeping on the ground, sedated and maybe deaf.

They do have a nice chandelier in the common room, you have a better chance of sleeping on the couch there.

Tim, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Oct 15, 2025

Mutfak ve yemek yeme alanı oldukça geniş ve kullanışlıydı. Uyuma kabinleri farklı bir ambiyans yaratsa da misafirlerin hareketleriyle oldukca ses çıkaran bir yapıları var.

SEYRAN, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 14, 2025

Confortable et propre

Hôtel confortable pour des pods. Les sanitaires sont très propres, une cuisine est a disposition ainsi que des petits salons (dont un avec un billard). Les pods sont rassemblés en 3 salles différentes (environ 20 pods par salle), ce qui permet de réduire les potentielles nuisances sonores.

Ana-Luna, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Aug 22, 2025

Udemærket

Vores fjernsyn virkede ikke på værelset….vi kaldte på service, men han fiksede det heller ikke….. Kapslerne var sjove nok, men fællesarealerne var snuskede og menneskerne var mærkelige.

1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 18, 2025

Affordable, but arrival and pods disappointing

Decent budget option, but communication and support need improvement. I emailed well in advance to confirm my booking but never received the necessary info, and there are no staff on site to help. Pros: Affordable budget option. Pods are reasonably comfortable for sleeping. Earplugs made it possible to get a decent rest. Cons: No staff on site; arrival instructions weren’t sent despite emailing well in advance. In-pod safe was locked and unusable. Outlets and USB ports inside the pod don’t actually charge devices (only explained in the instruction video after arrival). Alarm function on the pod was disabled. Pods are not soundproof. When crowded (e.g., student groups), it’s difficult to find a free outlet in common areas.

Kim, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 11, 2025

It is a family run Hostel, with a great location in Akureyri. Very good service and friendly staff. I had a pleasant stay.

Hilmir, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 3, 2025

Nemt og bekvemt

Anna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 6, 2025

A pretty good location and very perfect of you're a solo traveler and there for a short stay

Harish Nagarajan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

May 3, 2025

Très bon hébergement de façon globale. Mais très mauvaise insonorisation, ce qui a rendu la nuit compliquée. Personnel très disponible et vient rapidement sur place en cas de besoin.

Donovan, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Mar 30, 2025

My door didn’t lock, a hostel with a bunch of people, I’m a woman and my door had no lock

calia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 26, 2024

市街地にあり食事や買い物など非常に便利な立地でした。駐車場は市内の駐車場で16:00-10:00の間は無料のところに停めました。壁が薄いので多少周りの音は聞こえますが、写真の通りのカプセルホテルでした。共用キッチンがあるので自炊もできますが、キッチンの利用は朝７時からなので早くに出る人は、外で何かを食べる必要があります。 USBの差込口はありますが、コンセントの差込口はありませんでした。（それらしいものはありましたが、給電できませんでした）

Yuki, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Oct 20, 2024

New Experience

Stay was okay, but you have to keep your luggage in luggage/storage room provided inside the hostel.Limited parking in front of the Hostel and you have to pay for parking if its parked outside the free parking hours.

Ravindra, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 17, 2024

Ett mycket prisvärt alternativ i centrala Akureyri

Ett mycket prisvärt "hostel"-alternativ i Akureyri. Bra tillgång till kök och kyl mm. Nackdelarna är två: 1) "poddarna" man sover i är alldeles för varma och ventilationen usel - det var nog ca 25-26 grader därinne, ca 8-10 mer än jag tycker är en bra sovtemperatur. 2) duscharna behöver lite underhåll - dräneringen är nästan igenkorkad i flera av dom, vilket gör att ouppmärksamma gäster orsakar översvämning på toaletterna. Faktum är att i en av duscharna tog det bara ca 2 minuter innan jag tvingades stänga av, vänta i minst en minut för vattnet att rinna undan och SEN kunde jag sätta på igen - nya 2 minuter osv, osv. Personalen är väldigt trevlig och läget perfekt. Det går också bra att få åtkomst till "podden" och faciliteterna på dagtid om man stannar mer än en natt - viktigt att veta. Ett annat tips: är du gammal och lite stel - se till att parat med personalen så att du får en "underliggande" podd - att klättra upp till dom överliggande är inget man gör när man börjat gå med käpp! I alla fall inte utan att hamna på sjukhus.

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