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Set just 250 meters from Laugarvegur shopping street, this central Reykjavik hostel offers guest rooms and dormitory rooms with free Wi-Fi access. Harpa Concert Hall is 1 km away. A seating area and a wardrobe feature in all rooms at Kex Hostel. 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.

This is our guests' favourite part of Reykjavík, according to independent reviews.

Kex Hostel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 8 Oct 2013.

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Reykjavík, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegan

Parking available on-site


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Room type
Sleeps
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 bunk beds
and
1 large double bed
4 bunk beds
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1 large double bed
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Patricia
    VietnamVietnam
    Bed had curtain and was comfortable. Location was great with easy access to the main shopping street.
  • Irene
    GermanyGermany
    The place is well-designed, the staff is incredibly friendly, and the spacious bathrooms are amazing. The location is good, close to bus stop 12, where a lot of the tour busses leave from.
  • Verena
    GermanyGermany
    The check-in was super easy, the service was always really friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed the restaurant they have in the lobby - the pizza was great. The atmosphere is really great, I didn't expect that from as hostel to be honest.
  • Dominika
    SlovakiaSlovakia
    Nice and interesting place with cosy atmosphere, located close to the city center. The breakfast was delightful – no prior arrangements needed, diverse selection of meals.
  • Maree
    AustraliaAustralia
    This is by far the grooviest hostel I have ever stayed in! The design and decor is so special and there is a really great vibe. Its perfect to meet people, the coffee is great and the facilities are super good - private and communal showers,...
  • Joeleen
    IndiaIndia
    They have ample bathrooms considering the occupancy of the hostel. Spacious kitchen to accomodate the guests. Fridge, dishwasher, hotplate available in the kitchen. The bar is great with indoor and outdoor space.
  • Allert
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    The view from the window is amazing! Also the place is in walking distance to all the main areas.
  • Cassia
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    The whole hostel is amazing, it has such a unique and funky style. The staff were lovely, the decor was awesome and the beds were comfy.
  • Morgenthaler
    SwitzerlandSwitzerland
    the concierge, guy at the desk, was very helpful in moving a bit the people around so that we were able to have a stay for 2 nights in the same room and did not have to change (/checkout and check-in again) after one night - even though we booked...
  • Martínez
    SpainSpain
    I didn't expect how it was inside. I liked the bar and the music.
Property questions and answers
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  • Hi , we will arrive after midnight around 12:30 1:00 am , is there someone that can let us in or we can do self check in ?
    We have a 24 hour reception so you can check in any time.
    Answered on 21 September 2022
  • Hello.c do they provide tour packages? Thanks
    Hello. Yes, you can find all our tours and activities on kexhostel . tourdesk .is
    Answered on 21 June 2022
  • Do you provide airport pick up and drop off? If yes, how much is it?
    You can book your Airport transfer online and have a drop off at the front of the hostel. There are several operators, including the Flybus. (flybus.is)
    Answered on 21 July 2021
  • Hi, are their private showers/bathrooms avaliable on site, or are they all communal? Thanks
    Private bathroom is only in the double plus category. For the rest of the rooms and dorms the facilities are shared.
    Answered on 27 June 2022
  • Will you be able to keep a small bag for me after I check out? I will collect it after 4 days, once I finish the Laugavegur Trail.
    Unfortunately, our storage space isn't large enough for us to allow guests to store their luggage for more than several hours up to a day. There are l..
    Answered on 15 May 2022
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Property surroundings *
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
  • Flatus
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
Facilities of Kex Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1
Most popular facilities
Parking on site
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
24-hour front desk
Bar
Terrace
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Live music/performance
  • Evening entertainment
  • Darts
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs € 5.60 per day.
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Lockers
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • 24-hour front desk
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Minimarket on site
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Icelandic
    Sustainable initiatives
    This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel

    House rules

    Kex Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    Until 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children aged 3 years and above are considered adults at this property.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Kex Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print

    Please let Kex Hostel know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking or contact the property. Please note that for booking more than 10 rooms, special policies apply.

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

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

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

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

    FAQs about Kex Hostel

    • The prices at Kex Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Kex Hostel is 0.7 miles from the centre of Reykjavík.

    • Check-in at Kex Hostel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Guests staying at Kex Hostel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.1).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegan

    • Kex Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Darts
      • Evening entertainment
      • Live music/performance

    • Kex Hostel has 1 restaurant:

      • Flatus