Important: This package is available from Boston, New York and Seattle in Canadian dollars.
If you are looking for the most economical way to travel, then hosteling is the way to go. Reykjavik's hostels are centrally located and offer clean rooms with shared and private bathroom facilities, free wi-fi and breakfast available on site. The dorm-like atmosphere of a hostel is specially suited for the student or budget minded traveler and allows guests to easily meet new friends while being close to the action.
Reykjavik City Hostel: This award winning, eco friendly hostel sits in easy reach of Reykjavik's largest geothermal swimming pool, the national soccer stadium and the botanical gardens. With the city bus stop right on the door step, the hostel is just a ten minute bus ride from the Old Town area. (Thirty minute walk along scenic seacoast trail) Hostel has 170 beds. Facilities include free wi fi access (4 internet computers available for a small fee), breakfast buffet with local and organic options (not included in package), Cafe selling ecological and fair trade drinks, three kitchens, TV lounges, common room, laundry facilities and library. Other facilities include luggage storage and public phones (card), Planned activities include games, movie nights and special events. Tour desk can book excursions, many of which include free pick up and drop off. Hostel front desk operates 24/7.
Reykjavik Downtown Hostel: Situated on a quiet street less than five minutes walk from the hustle and bustle of the main street, the old harbor and many attractions, the eco friendly Reykjavik Downtown hostel offers 68 beds in a shared dorm setting with shared bathroom facilities (10 beds per dorm room with private ensuite bathroom). Modern, comfortable and welcoming, the hostel has a 24 hour front desk service. Facilities include fully equipped self catering kitchen, lounges, laundry, free wifi access for your computer, Tour desk can book excursions, many of which include free pick up and drop off. Hostel front desk operates 24/7. A coffee bar sells continental breakfast (not included in package) and fair trade/organic coffee/tea through the day. Other facilities include luggage storage, lockers and a public phone (card required) located in reception. Note: If you plan to use lockers at this hostel, lockers are free but you will need to bring your own lock. Locks are available for purchase at the hostel desk.
Reykjavik City Hostel: Female/Coed 6 bed standard dorm with shared bathroom facilities
$567*
$25
Reykjavik Downtown Hostel: Female/Coed 10 bed standard dorm room with ensuite bathroom in the dorm room
$597*
$39
Includes
Airfare from Boston, New York, and Seattle
Three nights in dorm accommodations at a hostel in Reykjavik
Bed linens during stay
Towel during stay
48 hour Reykjavik Welcome Card (includes admission to nearby geothermal pool as well as use of city buses and access to many city museums and galleries)
Taxes, Fuel charge and booking fee
Excludes
Breakfast (can be purchased from the hostel. Also self catering kitchen facilities on site)
Personal travel insurance (Icelandair strongly recommends purchase of travel insurance)
Airport/hostel transfers (about $42 per person round trip. Can be purchased on line or in Iceland. FlyBus will drop off at either hostel)
Conditions
Packages are non refundable.
Note: Package prices may be higher based on availability on chosen departure date.
Minimum stay 3 nights, maximum stay 7 nights
Packages require that each night of your trip must be in the hostels and booked through Icelandair
Additional nights available at additional cost and may be required based on gateway and date chosen
Unused portions of a package cannot be refunded once trip commences
Subject to availability and price change
A $400 change fee per person applies to changes made up to 30 days before departure. Bookings cannot be changed 29 days or less prior to departure
