Kex Hostel Reykjavík

2.0 star property
Experience Icelandic culture through live music performances then connect over delicious food from around the world.

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Property entrance
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Library

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is P5,836
P6,812 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26

Room options

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Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

Shared 16 bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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

Standard Shared 6-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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About the neighborhood

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28 Skúlagata, Reykjavik, Capital Region, 101

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

  • ‪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

Hostel near Reykjavik Harbour
Located close to Laugavegur and Hallgrimskirkja, Kex Hostel Reykjavík provides concerts and live shows, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Multilingual staff, concierge services, and smoke-free premises
  • A gift shop, games, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Books, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens with refrigerators, dishwashers, and microwaves
  • Ovens, toasters, and stovetops

Languages

English, Icelandic

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Games
  • Library

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

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • 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 at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 cribs/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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Is Kex Hostel Reykjavík pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of Feb 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kex Hostel Reykjavík on Feb 25, 2025 start from P 5,836.08, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Kex Hostel Reykjavík?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Kex Hostel Reykjavík?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Kex Hostel Reykjavík?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kex Hostel Reykjavík located?

Located in Downtown Reykjavik, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Sun Voyager and Laugavegur. Hallgrimskirkja and Harpa are also within 15 minutes.

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Kex Hostel Reykjavík Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 265 out of 538 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 538 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 538 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 538 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 538 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shuhui

Great amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fatima

Great people and overall good place to stay in the city!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Darren

Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Y

The location is perfect for watching the northern lights and grocery shopping/dining, taking the bus.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Amenities
Close to everything important in reykavic. Also an affordable option when staying in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Namrata

Nice property, great staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keegan Niles

Great location, great staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marijana

It was cute, clean in a great location to all the sites. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hailey

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

This place is great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Nathalie

Outstanding and very service minded staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Amazing location and everything inside was great. So clean and comfortable compared to many hostels, and staff were so helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Amazing spot to stay when visiting on a budget 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Maya

good
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Y

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

YUHUI

good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Geeat stay thanks to good staff and clean amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jairo

Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adebayo

Its just wow and excellent for the price reslly home away from home
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juraj

Great place and location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren

First time staying at a hostel and this was clean, safe and respectful. I was aware they were under construction on the ground floor when booking, however visually upon arriving this was more extensive than I realised but it never disrupted my sleep. Convenient location and part of the hotel drop off options for airport bus transfers which was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

Great solo stay
The building is undergoing a little construction, so was a little difficult to locate and initially a little off putting. However, staff are friendly, facilities are clean and the rooms are comfortable. Great solo stay at a good price! Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgina

As I arrived, the entrance seemed a bit awkward, but once inside the vibe was great, lots of places to sit and chill, kitchen was easy, beds good, good and affordable breakfast, plenty of bathrooms and very helpfull staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Xenia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception was on the 2nd floor and there was no elevator.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

It's a good place to stay, the bar closes at 11pm
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024