Your journey of exceptional moments begins the instant you cross the threshold of Akureyri Backpackers, where every detail is crafted to elevate your stay, steps from Centre for Visual Arts and within a 5-minute walk of Akureyri Church. This hostel is 9 minutes walk to Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall and 3 minutes drive to Akureyri Botanical Garden.

Our spacious rooms feature complimentary high-speed WiFi, ensuring a comfortable stay whether you’re here for business or leisure.

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Property Details

Enjoy recreation amenities such as a sauna or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and tour/ticket assistance.

All property's electricity comes from renewable sources
Fishing nearby
Renewable energy source - geothermal
Wheelchair accessible – no
Luggage storage
Horse riding nearby
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Free WiFi
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of restaurants - 1
Arcade/game room
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Long-term parking
Smoke-free property
Picnic area
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Snack bar/deli
Sauna
Laundry facilities
Tours/ticket assistance
Ski passes available
Terrace
ATM/banking
Secured parking
Year Built - 1923
Number of buildings/towers - 1
Total number of rooms - 23
Number of floors - 4

Check-in

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 11:00 PM. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

The front desk is open during the following times:

Monday - Thursday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM

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. 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.

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

Other details

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hostel's coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and ATM/banking services. Extended parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Centre for Visual Arts - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Akureyri Church - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Matthiasarhus - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
St. Peter's Catholic Church - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Lystigarður Akureyrar - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Akureyri Botanical Garden - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Glerártorg - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Laxdal House - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Jon Sveinsson Museum - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
University of Akureyri - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Nonnahús - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
The Motorcycle Museum of Iceland - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Mud Pots - 3.5 km / 2.1 mi
Forest Lagoon - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
The nearest airports are:
Akureyri (AEY) - 3.6 km / 2.3 mi
Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 424.2 km / 263.6 mi

Hotel policies

General

Professional property host/manager
No cribs (infant beds) available
No rollaway/extra beds available
By ocean
Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours
Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
No elevators

Pets

Pets not allowed

Other charges

Fee for continental breakfast: 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.

Location

Hafnarstraeti 98, Akureyri, 600, Iceland

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