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Hostel B47

2.0 star property
Travelers gather in the communal kitchen or bond over drinks at the bar after days spent exploring nearby nature reserves in Reykjavik

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Hostel B47 in central Reykjavik is a short walk from Hallgrimskirkja. Guests can enjoy coffee at the on-site shop, visit Sundhollin and Laugavegur, or relax in the garden. The property offers free WiFi, and the multilingual staff is praised for their helpfulness.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom and Free Parking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Freezer
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Bunk bed in a 6 people female dormitory, Free Parking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

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Heating
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Freezer
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Quintable Room with Shared Bathroom and Free Parking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Freezer
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Economy Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom and Free Parking

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Heating
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Freezer
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom and Free Parking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Freezer
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Bunk bed in 8 people dormitory, Free Parking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Freezer
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bunk bed in 6 people Mixed Dormitory, Free Parking

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Heating
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Freezer
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Economy Twin Room (Shared Bathroom and Free Parking)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Freezer
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Single Room (Shared bathroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Freezer
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Toaster
Freezer
Oven
  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Room, Non Smoking, City View

Highlights

Heating
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Freezer
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Twin Room With Shared Bathroom And Free Parking

  • Sleeps 2

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Bed In 6 People Female Dormitory, Free Parking

  • Sleeps 1

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Quintable Room With Shared Bathroom And Free Parking

  • Sleeps 5

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Economy Quadruple Room With Shared Bathroom And Free Parking

  • Sleeps 4

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Quadruple Room With Shared Bathroom And Free Parking

  • Sleeps 4

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Bed In Bunk Bed In 8 People Dormitory, Free Parking

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Bed In Bunk Bed In 6 People Mixed Dormitory, Free Parking

  • Sleeps 1

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Economy Twin Room (Shared Bathroom And Free Parking)

  • Sleeps 2

Quadruple Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4

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Single Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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Private 6-Bed Dorm Room With Shared Bathroom, Free Parking

  • Sleeps 6
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About the area

Located in Downtown Reykjavik, a neighbourhood in Reykjavik, Hostel B47 is in a shopping district. Harpa and National Museum of Iceland are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Laugavegur and Hallgrimskirkja. Don't miss out on a visit to Sundhollin. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale watching. Visit our Reykjavik travel guide
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Baronsstigur 47, Reykjavik, 101

What's nearby

  • aurora borealis above hallgrimskirkja church in central of reykjavik city in Iceland, Shutterstock ID 1146085949, Purchase Order: SP-1506 Go Guides, Order Number: , Client/Licensee: Faa Praharnpap, Ot
    Hallgrimskirkja
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Reykjavik featuring street scenes
    Laugavegur
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Harpa which includes modern architecture, general coastal views and a bay or harbor
    Harpa
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall showing street scenes and a pond
    Reykjavik City Hall
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sundhollin
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
    42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Café Loki
    5 min walk
  • Microbar
    5 min walk
  • Starbucks
    6 min walk
  • Svarta Kaffið
    7 min walk
  • Gamla / Old Iceland
    5 min walk

About this property

Hostel B47

Hostel remodelled in 2022 and located near Hallgrimskirkja
Located close to Sundhollin and Laugavegur, Hostel B47 provides a garden. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a nature reserve and a vending machine
  • Multilingual staff, a TV in reception and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and soap
  • Communal kitchens, ovens and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1952
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - May 2022
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out fee: ISK 3000
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

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

  • Late check-out fee: ISK 3000

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

Property is also known as

B47 Hostel
B47 Reykjavik
Hostel B47
Hostel B47 Reykjavik
Hostel B47 Reykjavik
Hostel B47 Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel B47 Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Reykjavik

Frequently asked questions

Is Hostel B47 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hostel B47?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hostel B47?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Hostel B47?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for ISK 3000.

Where is Hostel B47 located?

Located in Downtown Reykjavik, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Sundhollin, Hallgrimskirkja and Laugavegur. Harpa and Reykjavik City Hall are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Hostel B47 Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 251 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 251 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 251 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 251 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 251 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night. It was better than expected. Especially the cleanliness. Internal decoration is unique and ambiance is relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hostel B47 was a great place to stay. It was easy walking distance to the Main Street and the kitchen facilities are fantastic! We got woken up each night by other residents who forgot the code and got locked out but this isn’t the hostel’s fault.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location w free parking. A few of the big landmarks and great restaurants are nearby. Check in and check out were extremely easy which I appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kulroop

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We took room for 4 with private bathroom .clean room with good comfortable beds. Walkable distance to all the food places and the famous food street, chruch harpa. Loved the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved how quiet and way it was
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness
This was once a grand place. Its older now. Nice kitchen and public areas. Beds are very comfortable. Close enough to walk to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Maricela Cuellar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. The guests were a bit noisy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Hung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The employee named Hang, she was helpful, friendly & professional. We didn't get the code to our room so she helped us to get hotel contact for our code. Great location, spacious room & common areas .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Excellent accommodation!

This is a very clean hostel (including the shared bathroom!) in a convenient location in Reykjavik. We are a family ages 55, 54, 18, 17, and we would definitely stay again—even we parents would stay here if traveling on our own. We were very pleased and the savings allowed us a spa adventure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lenka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location and convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Situated in a good location where it’s easily walkable to the main bus terminal and busy area of Reykjavik.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffry James

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Love the place, walkable on everything in downtown area.... Fantastic staff front desk..
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms and so clean! Large bathrooms and personal safe's. We were not there long enough to use use the kitchen but it was large and bright.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, clean, large well equipped shared kitchen area, felt safe as a lone female traveller.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Orby Reyzon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in one bedroom not shared. Its clean, quiet and I like that I can lock the door when I use the bathroom. Its 3 blocks away from the church and walkable to Reykjavik downtown. Also, another reason i stayed in this hostel is that they have free parking. I would definitely stay again if given a chance i come back to Reykjavik area. Highly recommended. :D Thank you for an awesome stay that made my first trip to Iceland a memorable one. See again next time.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hostel at a great location, next to the church
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fun in Reykjavik

Amazing hostel, private room. Highly recommend, 20 min walk to downtown and lots of great bars!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Like the cleanliness, comfort of facilities and room, simple but efficient. Walkable to anywhere in the city but situated in a quiet area with in hotel parking. Very pleasant stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed at both hostels in this property. I booked a private room this stay. The beds were very comfortable. Staff was friendly. There was a light out in one of the bathrooms but there was no wait time for showers. The kitchen is located at the back of the hostel so that was a little difficult to find. I like the location as everything is walkable. I will stay here again 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thibaud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. The staff was helpful, friendly and they had safes allowing to sleep peacefully. I just wish they had more common areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff who greeted us at check-in. The private room and bathroom were clean. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roange Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at B47 were amazing ! Between answering all questions & amazing customer service!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Massive building, very nice and spacious. You'll get lost inside. Very good and well equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024