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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. 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' favorite part of Reykjavík, according to independent reviews.

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

Property Highlights

Located 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
 
2 bunk beds
and
1 queen bed
4 bunk beds
and
1 queen 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:

  • Benjamin
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Awesome lounge area. Book tours and meet cool people.
  • Allison
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    This was our first hostel stay and it was such a cool experience. It had so many free spaces to gather and hang out and it was perfectly decorated to introduce us to Iceland. The beds were very comfortable and the bathrooms were clean and...
  • Alexyss
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    The hostel location was perfect for touring Reykjavik by foot. There's a nice convenience store right down the street and the bar/restaurant at the hostel always was great.
  • Daniel
    CanadaCanada
    Didn’t feel like a 48 bed dorm room, friendly people.
  • Paula
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Staff was fabulous and oh so helpful! Large kitchen to cook in and plenty of toilets. It was quiet after 11pm, which starts their quiet hours. It is near Sundhollin pools, only 5 blocks away.
  • Daniel
    IsraelIsrael
    The atmosphere is great! You have everything you need, and the staff is really there for you, even with flexible solutions. The bar downstairs is cool and has some nice good and drinks.
  • Alexandra
    IcelandIceland
    Clean and nice staff. Fun style and people for all personalities.
  • Lenka
    Czech RepublicCzech Republic
    This place exceeded my expectation, loved everything about my stay (except all the snoring people in the shared room :D) - I would not hesitate to stay there again! Loved it.
  • Flo
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    I only stayed for one night so I can't say too much about it. I found the location really good. Bed was fine, lockers seemed a bit small. Bathrooms were all good but the hostel does has some vibe with all the interior decoration and everything.
  • Galipeau
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Every traveler should experience the comradeship of a hostel like this. kitchens, but also a bistro!.
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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Area info *
Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
  • Flatus
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
Amenities of Kex Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1
Most popular amenities
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
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Evening entertainment
  • Darts
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs € 5.60 per day.
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Lockers
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • 24-hour front desk
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Safe
    General
    • Convenience store on site
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Icelandic
    Sustainability initiatives
    This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

    House rules

    Kex Hostel 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

    Check-out

    Until 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 3 and above are considered 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

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

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

    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.

    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, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • 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

    • Check-in at Kex Hostel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Kex Hostel has 1 restaurant:

      • Flatus

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

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

      • Darts
      • Evening entertainment
      • Live music/Performance