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Loft - HI Hostel & Bar vs Baldursbra Guesthouse

Both Loft HI Hostel and Baldursbra Guesthouse are praised by experts. On balance, Loft HI Hostel ranks marginally better than Baldursbra Guesthouse. Loft HI Hostel ranks #27 in Reykjavik with positive reviews from 2 sources such as Lonely Planet, The Telegraph.

Loft - HI Hostel & Bar
Loft - HI Hostel & Bar
8 / 10
Bankastraeti 7, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
From $31 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundy Room
  • Family Friendly
  • Multilingual
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Perched high above the action on bustling Bankastræti, this modern hostel attracts a decidedly young crowd, including locals who come for its trendy bar and cafe terrace." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"The Loft is one of Reykjavik’s leading hostels." Full review
Independent Independent
"The Double Deluxe Rooms are basic but cosy, with large windows overlooking Laugavegur, soft beds and small-but-functional tiled bathrooms. Guests also have access to the top-floor balcony cafe."
Frommer's Frommer's
"This lively, HI-affiliated hostel with a clean, minimalist vibe has become something of a hub of backpacker activity in Reykjavík. Most come for the four-, six-, and eight-bed dorm rooms." Full review
Baldursbra Guesthouse
Baldursbra Guesthouse
7 / 10
Laufasvegur 41, Reykjavik IS - 101, Iceland
From $40 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Free Parking
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast buffet
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Frommer's Frommer's
"A short walk north of the BSÍ bus terminal, this guesthouse is surrounded by foreign embassies. Rooms are large, comfortable, and clean." Full review
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"One of the best guesthouses in the city, run by a German-Icelandic couple. The service is friendly and hospitable and there is a hot tub in the back yard."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Decent-sized comfy rooms with washbasins characterise this little guesthouse on a quiet street near Tjörnin" Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Decent-sized comfy rooms with washbasins characterise this little guesthouse on a quiet street near Tjörnin" Full review