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KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik

2.0 star property
Bayfront hostel with bar/lounge, near Reykjavik Harbour

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In the heart of Reykjavik, Kex Hostel Reykjavík offers a vibrant vibe with concerts and live shows. Connect to in-room WiFi, enjoy international cuisine at Sæmundur í Sparifötunum restaurant or unwind on the garden terrace. With helpful staff and perks like luggage storage and meeting rooms, this hostel near Hallgrimskirkja is a great base for exploration.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Library
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Luggage storage

Room options

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Family Room, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Shared 8-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Shared 16 bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Shared 16 bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Shared 42-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Shared 42-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Classic Double Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Classic Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Superior Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Superior Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom

Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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28 Skúlagata, Reykjavik, Capital Region, 101

What's nearby

  • Laugavegur - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Iceland Phallological Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Harpa - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 9 min drive
  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kex Hostel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Microbar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Svarta Kaffið - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Forsetinn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk

About this property

KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik

KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Laugavegur and Harpa. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available daily. Also, this hostel is just a 5-minute drive from Reykjavik Harbour. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 43 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Library
  • Piano
  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Dishwasher

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Cleaning supplies

Special features

Dining

KEX Port - Onsite bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ISK 2700 per person

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

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

Does KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik.

What are the check-in and check-out times at KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What's the area around KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik like?

KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik is in Downtown Reykjavik, a short 18-minute walk from Reykjavik Harbour and 4 minutes' walk from Laugavegur. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were great, with many choices and a satisfying experience. (12 reviews)
  • The property is well-located with good restaurant options nearby. (3 reviews)
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Downtown

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Staff gave helpful advice and it was a great central location from which to explore the city and give our kids their first hostel experience!
Jeremy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I didnt try the breakfast
Carmen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome Stay!

Always love staying here :)
Alexander, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful Stay

Loved our visit. Pub style bar comfortable sitting easy to visit with travelers
Christopher, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location, clean and great staff
Nazia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everything for fine. Staff were great! Breakfast was mid. I had hoped or more warm selections. The kitchen also looked dirty at times. The room was comfortable, bathrooms were clean.
Francesca, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Breakfast is really good for choices
Pai-Mou, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Place is always clean and with a great location close to the bsi and downtown, I’d recommend it for sure.
Jesus, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The bathrooms are sometimes a little messy, but you get what you pay for. The reception desk was helpful and I had no issues staying here. It is a solid place to stay and conveniently located.
Varman Gnanachandran, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely Stay

The room was very clean, the bed comfortable, the location was really good and the people were nice.
Luz, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would stay again
Kristina, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location and amazing rooms!
Nicol, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was really nice people were friendly staff was helpful
Jacob, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Well located. Room was a little old, but clean.
Odette, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great private room and the Hostel experience is amazing. Nice pub to hang out in at the end of the day.
Christopher, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I stayed at this hostel in Iceland for 4 nights, and it turned out to be the perfect base for my trip. The location was super convenient—close enough to the main attractions and tours, yet quiet enough to get a good night’s rest after long days of exploring. The staff were welcoming and always ready to help with tips about local transport, food spots, and hidden gems.
Shunmugapriya, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel, The hotel is very clean, the staff is very friendly
Yohalis Del Carmen, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay. Good amenities and close to bus stops. Good restaurant options nearby, and a nice view of the sea. Someone checked in really late (just after midnight), blaring music and talking loudly and waking everyone up, but that was likely an isolated incident.
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel, clean, convenient, breakfast option great!
Andrea, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Super friendly and convenient airport pickup (and drove us to town to the grocery/alcohol store). Sauna was really nice and easy to book and breakfast was nice (coffee/tea/cheese/yogurt/meats/bread/cereal). Also really nice was the free borrowing of snow gear (full snowsuit, gloves, boots, hat). Recommend you also bring a hot pad for the feet/hands. It's about a 20 minute walk to nearby restaurant (was about 450 SEK for a nice meal at ice restaurant). Only downside I'd say was it felt a bit expensive for the glass igloo (5000 SEK/night). It was a beautiful view (recommend the river view) but it's super small (basically just a bedroom with a super small countertop stove and a toilet that goes to a bucket).
Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff here made my stay really lovely from early check in to a smooth check out. I got a private room with shared bathroom both of which were clean and convenient. I would stay here again!
Kayla, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing
Naresh, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Second time staying here. Great funky fun vibe. As Reykjavick has expanded it's a great spot, just a few blocks from one of the main streets for restaurants, shops, and bars. Would stay there again.
paulina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable beds in room with a sea view. Good beer.
Royston, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Overall, it is alright for a hostel. The front-end staff was friendly and helpful. Cannot beat the location of this hostel.
Arslan, 5-night trip