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Kex Hostel Reykjavík

2.0 star property
Bayside hostel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Kex Hostel Reykjavík

Photo gallery for Kex Hostel Reykjavík

Property entrance
Terrace/patio
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Buffet
Hair dryer, towels

Overview of Kex Hostel Reykjavík

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
28 Skúlagata, Reykjavik, Capital Region, 101
  • Popular LocationLaugavegur4 min walk
  • Popular LocationHallgrimskirkja9 min walk
  • Popular LocationReykjavik Harbour18 min walk
  • AirportReykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)7 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View

Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View

Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared 4-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Shared 4-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Shared 16 bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Shared 16 bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Twin Room

Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared 6-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Shared 6-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom

Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom

Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Shared 8-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Shared 8-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Shared 42-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Shared 42-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Shared 42-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
  • 115 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 20 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Shared Bathroom

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Room

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Reykjavik

Kex Hostel Reykjavík puts you in the heart of Reykjavik, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Laugavegur and Hallgrimskirkja. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .Sæmundur í Sparifötunum serves local and international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. DRINX is the hostel's own gastropub. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this Downtown Reykjavik hostel include Reykjavik Harbour and Harpa.
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What's nearby

  • Laugavegur - 4 min walk
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 9 min walk
  • Harpa - 10 min walk
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 17 min walk
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Skál! - 6 min walk
  • Microbar - 4 min walk
  • Grillhúsið - 5 min walk
  • Rossopomodoro - 5 min walk
  • Aktu Taktu - 1 min walk

About this property

Kex Hostel Reykjavík

Bayside hostel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Kex Hostel Reykjavík.
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Conference rooms
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Kex Hostel Reykjavík offers 43 accommodations with safes and shared/communal kitchens. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Icelandic

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: ISK 2,000 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • DRINX
  • Sæmundur í Sparifötunum

Things to do

  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Games
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 4 floors

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ISK 2000 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Kex Hostel
Kex Reykjavík
Kex Hostel Reykjavík Reykjavik
Kex Hostel Reykjavík Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Kex Hostel Reykjavík Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Reykjavik

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kex Hostel Reykjavík?

Kex Hostel Reykjavík offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kex Hostel Reykjavík?

As of 2 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kex Hostel Reykjavík on 7 May 2024 start from NZ$179.68, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kex Hostel Reykjavík?

No, Kex Hostel Reykjavík does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Are pets allowed at Kex Hostel Reykjavík?

No, pets are not allowed.

Kex Hostel Reykjavík Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 385 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 385 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 385 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 385 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 385 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Alisha

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
i had a very good stay, it had everything i needed for a short trip. i think the toilets could have been cleaned twice a day
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was nice just a lot of building going on.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Junwon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Junwon

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shanell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Atul

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023