Title: Akureyri Backpackers Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Akureyri Backpackers Hostel with a sauna, steps from Centre for Visual Arts ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12830000/12821500/12821401/bf393d97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12830000/12821500/12821401/9da6a4f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12830000/12821500/12821401/e15a3b7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12830000/12821500/12821401/b7ca2a51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Studio | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12830000/12821500/12821401/8c4352de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in central Akureyri, this hostel offers social spaces and quiet retreats. Guests can sip coffee in the cozy café, enjoy the arcade/game room, or relax in the sauna. The Centre for Visual Arts is nearby for local culture enthusiasts. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast available - Laundry - Free WiFi - Restaurant £58 includes taxes & fees 1 Dec - 2 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 31 - Nov 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=12821401&PinnedHotelID=12821401&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=12821401&PinnedHotelID=12821401&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 1 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=12821401&PinnedHotelID=12821401&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=12821401&PinnedHotelID=12821401&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=12821401&PinnedHotelID=12821401&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=12821401&PinnedHotelID=12821401&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=12821401&PinnedHotelID=12821401&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=12821401&PinnedHotelID=12821401&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Deluxe Double Room, Shared Bathroom (4-Beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12830000/12821500/12821401/52428822.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Shared Bathroom (4-Beds) 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating - 140 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Family Room (6-Beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12830000/12821500/12821401/9f4527e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room (6-Beds) ### Highlights Heating - 140 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 6 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Bunk Beds ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12830000/12821500/12821401/e15a3b7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room (4-Beds) ### Highlights Heating - 129 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12830000/12821500/12821401/20423d33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Shared Bathroom 7.2 Good 5 reviews ### Highlights Heating - 140 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAkureyri-Hotels-Akureyri-Backpackers.h12821401.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAkureyri-Hotels-Akureyri-Backpackers.h12821401.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C65.68141%2C-18.09005&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=w7q_04XKb2lVaMqtA7rbXDmP5u4=) Hafnarstraeti 98, Akureyri, 600 #### What's nearby - Akureyri Church - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Akureyri Botanical Garden - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - University of Akureyri - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Forest Lagoon - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles #### Getting around - Akureyri (AEY) - 5 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Centrum Kitchen & Bar - ‬1 min walk - ‪Akureyri Backpackers - ‬1 min drive - ‪Vitinn - ‬10 min walk - ‪Pylsuvagninn Hafnarstræti - ‬2 min walk - ‪Subway - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Akureyri Backpackers Hostel near Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall Located close to Centre for Visual Arts and Akureyri Church, Akureyri Backpackers provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and an arcade/games room. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a bar. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Continental breakfast (surcharge), extended parking and luggage storage - Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and ATM/banking services Room features All guest rooms at Akureyri Backpackers offer amenities, such as free WiFi. 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Free WiFi - Restaurant - Gym - Breakfast available 8.6 Excellent 968 reviews £113 includes taxes & fees 6 Nov - 7 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=1311546&PinnedHotelID=1311546&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Secured extended parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Sauna - Ski passes ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Laundry facilities - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - ATM - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (once per stay) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Grab bar near toilet - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - 1 building - 100% renewable energy - 4 floors - Built in 1923 - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shower ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (7:00 AM - 11:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (7:00 AM - noon) Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property 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 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk, lockbox ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 per person - Towels fee: EUR 4 (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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted This property uses geothermal energy Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Akureyri Backpackers Hostel Akureyri Backpackers Akureyri Backpackers Akureyri Akureyri Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Akureyri Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Akureyri ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Akureyri Backpackers pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Akureyri Backpackers? > As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Akureyri Backpackers on 1 Dec 2025 start from £58.31, including 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Akureyri-Hotels-Akureyri-Backpackers.h12821401.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Akureyri Backpackers? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. ### What time is check-out at Akureyri Backpackers? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Where is Akureyri Backpackers located? > Located in Akureyri City Center, this hostel is steps away from Centre for Visual Arts and Akureyri Church. Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall and Akureyri Botanical Garden are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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