Lækur Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, walk to Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool

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Mountain view
Point of interest
Front of property - evening/night
Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby sitting area
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

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  • BarBarBar
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The price is ¥37,030
Price available on 2024/5/13

Explore the area

Map
IS-105, Reykjavik, Laugarnesvegi 74a
  • Popular LocationLaugardalslaug Geothermal Pool7 min walk
  • Popular LocationLaugavegur13 min walk
  • Popular LocationReykjavik Harbour5 min drive
  • AirportReykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)9 min drive
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Room options

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 Beds)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 Beds)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 Beds)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Economy Room

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Reykjavik

Lækur Hostel is located in Laugardalur, a neighborhood in Reykjavik. Sigurjon Olafsson Museum and Harpa are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Hallgrimskirkja and Perlan. Don't miss out on a visit to Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including hot springs.

What's nearby

  • Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool - 7 min walk
  • Laugavegur - 13 min walk
  • Harpa - 4 min drive
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 5 min drive
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • VOX Restaurant - 13 min walk
  • KFC - 11 min walk
  • Pylsuvagninn Laugardal - 5 min walk
  • Felino - 13 min walk
  • Te & Kaffi - 12 min walk

About this property

Lækur Hostel

Hostel near Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool
Located close to Sigurjon Olafsson Museum and Laugavegur, Lækur Hostel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the indoor/outdoor hot springs. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Outdoor pool access nearby
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), access to a nearby indoor pool, and luggage storage
  • Free newspapers, smoke-free premises, and bicycle parking
Room features
All guestrooms at Lækur Hostel offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs

Languages

English, German, Icelandic, Russian, Ukrainian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Indoor/outdoor hot spring
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Spa

  • Hot springs open from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 100 ºF
  • Indoor/outdoor hot spring

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower

More

  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email with check-in instructions prior to arrival; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 58 per person (roundtrip)
  • Towels fee: EUR 5 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Hot springs access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Lækur Hostel Reykjavik
Lækur Reykjavik
Lækur Hostel Reykjavik
Lækur Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Lækur Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Reykjavik

Frequently asked questions

Does Lækur Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

How much does it cost to stay at Lækur Hostel?

As of May 11, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lækur Hostel on May 13, 2024 start from ¥37,030, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Lækur Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lækur Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Lækur Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lækur Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Lækur Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs at scheduled times. A fee of EUR 58 per person applies.

Where is Lækur Hostel located?

Located in Laugardalur, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Sigurjon Olafsson Museum. Laugavegur and Hallgrimskirkja are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Lækur Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostal was outstanding and the staff was very helpful when I arrived!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

FERMI NIVEDITHA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay at this hostel!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

blaise

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

CESAR

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The bedroom was clean and carpeted. That was the best. The reception is the same for the bar so it seems like they are not at hand all the time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Mykola

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location near several good foot paths along the coast. At 4 AM the fire alarm started blazing waking everyone up with no apparent trigger.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really liked how convenient it was located for me. Very quiet and excellent roommate.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the price and the adjoining cafe, I had the best meals in Reykjavik there. Cafe staff were very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Sreenivas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant stay
A very nice stay at a very nice and clean hostel. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023