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Kex Hostel Reykjavík

2.0 star property
City-center hostel within walking distance of Laugavegur

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Property entrance
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom
Library
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

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Gift shops/newsstands

Feel at home (6)

  • Stovetop
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is CA $101
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29

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Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View

Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

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

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Shared 16 bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

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

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

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

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Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom

Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

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

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

Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Shared 8-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Shared 42-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Shared 42-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
Outdoor spa tub

CityHub Reykjavik

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 73 reviews
The price is CA $87
CA $107 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
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About the area

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28 Skúlagata, Reykjavik, Capital Region, 101

What's nearby

  • Laugavegur - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Harpa - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 6 min drive
  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Svarta Kaffið - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Microbar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Skál! - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog Reykjavík - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Aktu Taktu - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Kex Hostel Reykjavík

Kex Hostel Reykjavík offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Laugavegur and Hallgrimskirkja. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English, Icelandic

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
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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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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

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

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

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • 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
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

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

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from January 13 2025 to April 1 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Lobby
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds

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 Hostel Reykjavík offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Kex Hostel Reykjavík 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 Hostel Reykjavík?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Kex Hostel Reykjavík?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Kex Hostel Reykjavík.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kex Hostel Reykjavík?

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

What is there to do at Kex Hostel Reykjavík and nearby?

Kex Hostel Reykjavík has a garden.

What's the area around Kex Hostel Reykjavík like?

Kex Hostel Reykjavík 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

8.4

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Building
Downtown
Breakfast

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was great and inexpensive, with many guests praising its quality. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Close to the ocean.

Nice hostel. Well located. Easy access to restaurants and attractions. But they charge almost $9 US for a towel which I think is ridiculous. Other than that everything is okay.
henry, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kex, my go to hostel in Reykjavik

Amazing hostel with reasonable prices. Had an upgrade from 42 bed to 6 bed at no cost.
Olatunji, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Sara, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice hostel

Lovely place, although their were under refurbishment so there was no bar or restaurant available. The bathrooms are very dark and smell damp. The property doesn't seem to be cleaned often, many times I used the bathrooms they were dirty and overflowing with toilet paper. The kitchen was also not very well looked after, it could be more stocked with essential items like mugs and cutlery. The 49 people room is well divided so it doesn't feel like there are that many people in there. My only coment are the metal lockers that make A LOT of noise even if you try to be quiet, so that's not ideal in a room so full of people.
4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Toshihiro, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great amenities
Shuhui, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Chanyoung, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Under Renovation

This review would be a 5 star if it wasn’t for the renovations. There was no bar, no restaurant and noise from the renovations during the day. I would definitely come back one their done. The location is awesome as well.
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lamar, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

good
Maya, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Stayed in a mixed room. A decent hostel that will get you through a couple nights. Entire place including room smelled like food. Beds are fine although curtains are terrible and don't cover the entire bed length. Plenty of lockers and storage. has a burger joint right in front of it.
Y, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

good
YUHUI, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The location is perfect for watching the northern lights and grocery shopping/dining, taking the bus.
Y, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nicola, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Deceptive Hostel

With the exception of a few friendly staff, we found the people working here to be passive aggressive. The majority of the hostel is under construction and doesn’t offer the amenities listed on Hotels. I would consider other options than this. Pictures don’t match the current condition.
Tyler, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good value accommodation

Accessible, good location and sufficient facilities, plus friendly service. I would stay here again.
Roger, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Alireza, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Good value and well located

I would stay here again.
Roger, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Babar, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Julie, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Fatmir, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Close to everything important in reykavic. Also an affordable option when staying in town.
Ian, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

N/A
Sean, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was very friendly and respectful, the place is cozy and welcoming, and it’s right next to the shoreline! The only downside is the noise of the renovation construction in the morning, but it’s not a bother if you’re getting up early to go out for excursions. Greatly enjoyed my stay.
Hailey, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great place
Darren, 3-night trip
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