Akureyri Backpackers
Hafnarstræti 98
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Why people book this hotel
“Location, clean room, got all essentials”
“Good location and price, nice vibe and nice staff”
“Central, beds okay but no readinglights abow the bed…”
“The breakfast was lovely and the room was as expected”
“Location was very good, room was clean and the toilet on the floor was clean”
“Great location and bar and restaurant with comfort food, rooms are nice and clea…”
“Absolutely lush place to staff”
“Lovely location, friendly staff, great breakfast”
“Also very good and very cheap breakfast”
“The staff are amazing, especially Marta who made my stay super special and sorte…”
“Beautiful bar and restaurant with pocket friendly prices”
“Excellent value for money, clean, lively bar, great location”
Overview
Situated in central Akureyri, Akureyri Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi and rooms with access to shared bathroom facilities. A swimming pool and hot tubs are a 1-minute walk away. Meals and drinks can be enjoyed in Backpackers Akureyri’s on-site bar and café. A buffet breakfast is served each morning. Cars can be rented on site. Staff can help arrange activities like horseback riding, rafting and various sightseeing trips. Coffee shops, bars and restaurants are found in the surrounding area. Akureyri Botanical Garden is 1 km from the hotel and Akureyri Airport is a 5-minute drive away. Public parking spaces are available nearby on weekdays for free, from 16:00 until 10:00 and on weekends (There is a fee during the hours of 10:00 - 16:00 on weekdays). The One-Bedroom Apartment is next door to Hafnarstræti 100, check-in via Akureyri Backpackers main property.
Traveller reviews
Sofia
couple
June 12, 2026
Good position
Anton
couple
June 8, 2026
“Ok to stay for a couple of nights”
Location, clean room, got all essentials
DANIEL PANAITE
solo_traveller
June 4, 2026
Good location and price, nice vibe and nice staff.Also very good and very cheap breakfast!!
Agáta
couple
June 1, 2026
“No kitchen in the hostel”
It has great location and the top floor also a terrace.
Josh
solo_traveller
May 29, 2026
Cheap and located in the city centre. Great restaurant and pub downstairs.
Michal
couple
May 8, 2026
The kitchen is nonexistent and you can hear everything from the room next door and the corridor
Ragna
solo_traveller
May 2, 2026
“Okay for one night, but there where partying to long, over miðnight. You need rools for this…! People have to have a goo”
Central, beds okay but no readinglights abow the bed…!
Antonio
solo_traveller
May 2, 2026
When I left
Karin
couple
April 27, 2026
“Very good”
Location
TheGirlWillTravel
solo_traveller
April 25, 2026
Absolutely lush place to staff. The staff were exceptional, so friendly and lovely. The breakfast was lovely and the room was as expected. Would definitely recommend.
Ásmundur
solo_traveller
April 24, 2026
Location was very good, room was clean and the toilet on the floor was clean. Beds were comfortable and the room was larger the expected. Check in was was quick and easy.
Rob Archer
solo_traveller
April 19, 2026
Lovely location, friendly staff, great breakfast.
Bill
couple
April 7, 2026
“Well recommended”
Comfy bed and great staff. Location couldn’t be better
Katerina
family_with_children
April 5, 2026
“The hostel lost its charm for me unfortunately”
Great location and bar and restaurant with comfort food, rooms are nice and clean, comfortable beds.
Monserrat AMM
family_with_children
March 31, 2026
Location is good. Right in downtown.
Katrina
solo_traveller
March 28, 2026
“Fantastic stay”
Everything! The place is so nice and comfortable. Beautiful bar and restaurant with pocket friendly prices. Beds are super comfortable, the rooms are spotless. I didn't want to leave at all, I loved my stay! The staff are amazing, especially Marta who made my stay super special and sorted me out with a nice breakfast, great coffee and friendly chat each morning 😁 Highly recommend it and will be back for sure. Akureyri is magical
Marta
extended_group
March 27, 2026
“Multiple bites – be cautious”
The location
Horton
couple
March 26, 2026
“Good value for money”
Really good location, the room was nice and spacious, everything was clean! Would definitely recommend this hostel/ guesthouse
Thomas
extended_group
March 25, 2026
“Great placed, would recommend to other travellers”
Excellent value for money, clean, lively bar, great location
Paul
family_with_children
March 24, 2026
“Great value for a short stayover. Bar meals excellent.”
Good value, especially with the breakfast which was great for the inclusive deal. Room clean. Good bar with bar meals. Close to airport.
Facilities
Accessibility
Toilet with grab rails
Activities
Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast), Sauna, Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Skiing, Games room, Canoeing, Hiking, Diving, Horse riding
Cleaning services
Laundry room
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Snack bar, Restaurant, Bar, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Heating
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Parking, Street parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Private check-in/check-out, ATM/cash machine on site, Luggage storage, Laundry, Packed lunches, Car hire, Tour desk
Ski
Ski storage, Ski school, Ski equipment hire on site, Ski pass vendor
One-Bedroom Apartment
This cozy and spacious apartment is perfect for a small family or group of friends. Features include 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, a comfortable living room with sofa bed, and a fully equipped kitchen. Enjoy the natural light and fresh air through the large windows and balcony. Ideal for short-term or long-term stays.
Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
Sleeping bag accommodation with access to shared bathroom. There is no space for extra beds.
Family Room (2 Adults + 4 Children)
Sleeping bag accommodation with access to shared bathroom. There is no space for extra beds.
Deluxe Double Room
This room offers access to shared bathroom.
Double Room
The double room provides parquet floors, heating, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.
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