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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.

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 9.2!

Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 bunk beds
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1 queen bed
4 bunk beds
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1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.2
Free Wifi
8.2
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Cathryn
    Canada Canada
    The awesome and helpful staff at the Kex made my stay in Reykjavik so much easier. Also, the friendly family type attitude made me as a solo traveler feel welcome. It was easy to make friends there and I will return there with pleasure!
  • Balazs
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The 42-bed room was much better than it sounds. It is divided into sections by walls, so it doesn't feel like cramped. The hostel is located in downtown, easy to walk everywhere, the staff is very friendly and helpful, they are working together...
  • Andrew
    Canada Canada
    Great location downtown! Regular free oranges, ham and cheese croissants and Icelandic baked snacks.
  • Wendyl
    Finland Finland
    Kex location is the best. Just outside could have a good view of aurora borealis if the sky is clear.
  • Jennifer
    United States of America United States of America
    Arriving and/or departing in the middle of the night, the staff was right at the desk to help. Many other hostels advertise being 24 hours, but you have to search for and wake up the person on duty. The KEX staff was alert and extremely helpful.
  • Sadequr
    United States of America United States of America
    Very hospitable hosteller.Loved almost everything. Due to upgrade construction a bit Less 😃
  • Guerreiro
    Portugal Portugal
    Great place for solo travellers, you feel safe and get to meet people from all over the world. I stayed in room 413 (6-bed female dorm) and I think the 4th floor is better than the 3rd (even if going up 4 floors with no lift is a bit of a pain)....
  • Junaz
    Canada Canada
    Perfect location within a walking distance to the major spots in downtown Reykjavík.
  • Naomi
    United States of America United States of America
    The family sized room was perfect for our family. Nice and clean--not a stereotypical hostel. Decor and space was thoughtful. Private bathrooms were great.
  • Ankit
    United States of America United States of America
    Separate bathrooms, curtain for the bed, so many areas to just sit and relax.

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
  • Is there a locker in the dormitory room?

    Yes there are lockers in the dorm rooms, you can bring your own padlock or buy one from reception for 1000kr
    Answered on 23 August 2023
  • hi, how far this hostel from international airport

    Kex Hostel is located 39km from Keflavik International Airport. :)
    Answered on 3 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
  • 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
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Area info

Amenities of Kex Hostel

Most popular amenities
  • Parking on site
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 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
  • Darts
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
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.
  • Street parking
Services
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
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

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
Cancelation 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 3 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

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.
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

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.

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.

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

FAQs about Kex Hostel

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

  • Kex Hostel is 0.7 miles from the center of Reykjavík. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Kex Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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

    • Darts

  • Guests staying at Kex Hostel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental