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About this property

Set just 820 feet from Laugarvegur shopping street, this central Reykjavik hostel offers guest rooms and dormitory rooms with free Wi-Fi access. Harpa Concert Hall is 0.6 mi away. A seating area and a wardrobe feature in all rooms at KEX Hostel and Hotel. Some rooms have a private bathroom with shower. Guests have access to a communal kitchen on site. A buffet breakfast is available each morning, while other meals are served at the in-house Flatus Restaurant. Drinks can be enjoyed at the on-site Drinx Bar with musical events happening every Thursday to Saturday. Leisure options include a communal lounge and a heated outdoor terrace. Hostel Kex offers free luggage storage. Whale watching trips depart from Reykjavik Harbor, a 20-minute walk from the hostel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Located in the real heart of Reykjavík, this property has an excellent location score of 9.1!

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Buffet


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
2 bunk beds
and
1 queen bed
4 bunk beds
and
1 queen bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
1 sofa bed
and
3 queen beds
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Manuel
    Argentina Argentina
    Excellent location and beautifully designed facilities. Everything feels new and thoughtfully decorated, creating a very welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. You truly feel like you're staying somewhere special.
  • Frances
    United States United States
    It was near Bus Stop#9, the grocery store, & coffee shops. Domino's Pizza and a burger place are across the parking lot. The Sun Voyager and Harpa Concert Hall were only a few minutes walk. The tap water is drinkable. Near the cruise port.
  • Denise
    Canada Canada
    Location, cleanliness , creative and retro decor, big spaces, super helpful staff.
  • Jenny
    United States United States
    Very nice kitchen. Showers hot with good water pressure. Very friendly staff. Good location.
  • Patrick
    United States United States
    Affordable in Reykjavik. View of the harbor. Friendly staff. Nice vibe.
  • Pang
    United States United States
    Very good location and very clean room, staffs are good !
  • Garth
    United States United States
    Appreciated early check-in (international flight) | solid WiFi, hot shower, lockers, functional kitchen | clean linens, comfortable bed | clean given high volume of guests | good stay |
  • Jonathan
    United States United States
    The staff were helpful and understanding. The location was on the water and an easy walk to the main attractions and from the bus station. I had to struggle to leave those comfortable beds.
  • Brigid
    United States United States
    Comfortable beds, lockers, good location, private bathrooms available
  • Clarita
    United States United States
    My favorite of the two hostels I stayed in Reykjavik. Good location and amenities.

Area info

Amenities of KEX Hostel and Hotel

Most popular amenities

  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Food & Drink

  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs € 1 per hour.

  • Street parking

Services

  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Convenience store on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Icelandic

House rules

KEX Hostel and Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 7 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestro Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

When booking 5 beds or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Please note that guests under 16 years old are not allowed in shared dormitories.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform KEX Hostel and Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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