KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik

2.0 star property
Bayside hostel with 24-hour front desk and bar/lounge

Photo gallery for KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik

Bar (on property)
Lobby lounge
Exterior
Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains
Hallway

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec

Explore the area

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28 Skúlagata, Reykjavik, Capital Region, 101
  • Place, Laugavegur
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Harpa
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Reykjavik Harbour
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
Refrigerator
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
Refrigerator
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
Refrigerator
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
Refrigerator
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
Refrigerator
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared 8-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
Refrigerator
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
Refrigerator
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared 16 bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
Refrigerator
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared 42-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
Refrigerator
  • 115 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 20 Twin Bunk Beds

Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the area

Reykjavik

KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik 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 free in-room WiFi. .KEX Port is the hostel's own bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this Downtown Reykjavik hostel include Reykjavik Harbour and Harpa.

What's nearby

  • Laugavegur - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Harpa - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Microbar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kex Hostel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Svarta Kaffið - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gamla / Old Iceland - ‬4 min walk

About this property

KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik

Bayside hostel with 24-hour front desk and bar/lounge
As a guest of KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik, you'll find a library, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities.

This Reykjavik hostel is smoke free.

  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik offers 43 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and blackout curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Reykjavik hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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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 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: ISK 2,700 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • KEX Port

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Library
  • Piano

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the bay

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

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 at the property
For any questions, 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.
  • Cots (infant 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: from approximately ISK 2700 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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. 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 and Hotel Reykjavik?

KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik 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 and Hotel Reykjavik?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik on 9 Dec 2025 start from NZ$172.10, 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.

Are there any beaches close to KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik?

The closest beach to KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik is Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach (2.7 km).

Does KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik?

No, KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik?

No, pets are not allowed.