Kex Hostel
Skúlagata 28, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.3/10! (score from 2411 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Loved the atmosphere , awesome people working there, had some great conversations with bartender Odysseus. My brother and I will def stay again if we go through Reykjavik. Very cozy and relaxing place for a stopover.
United States of AmericaAwesome place to meet people! Excellent location. Definitely one of the best hostels in the world!
United States of AmericaThe option of reasonably priced food, good service, friendly personnel, helpful attitude for all questions asked, ease of coming and going. many friendly folk also staying here. loved the lounge and good musicians.
United States of Americagreat friendly place with a wonderful bar lounge (if you like hostels and meeting other people).
GermanyI stayed here for 10 nights. I like that it was near any bus stop in Reykjavik. It has a kitchen so you can prep your own meal. It has a bar and restaurants too. I like the wall designs of the Hostel.
PhilippinesThe staff and incredibly helpful, they clean every day, hence, the restrooms remain clean despite the amount of people using them. it was my first time in a dorm with 42 people and I felt safe, and comfortable all the time :) the location and facilities are also great. a very social hostel so you’ll definitely make friends here !!
United States of AmericaStaff was lovely, great price and quality for food and beer, lots of people to meet from all over the world, great location near bus stops and walkable for downtown. Good vibes!
United States of AmericaEverything was great! Hostel was so cool! Food was good, everyone was nice. I didn’t use all the facilities, but everything seemed great & easy.
United States of Americagreat place to meet people, have a beer, listen to a great selection of music!
GermanyThe location, one step away from the center. The staff was wonderful. Well equipped showers and common areas.
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Timothy
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Lars
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Barbara
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Martin
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Beverly
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Isabella
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Henson
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Judith
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Martin
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Dafne
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Stay in the heart of Reykjavík – Excellent location – show map
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Set just 800 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.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Timothy
United States of America“Loved the atmosphere , awesome people working there, had some great conversations with bartender Odysseus. My brother and I will def stay again if we go through Reykjavik. Very cozy and relaxing place for a stopover.”
LarsUnited States of America“Awesome place to meet people! Excellent location. Definitely one of the best hostels in the world!”- BBarbaraUnited States of America“The option of reasonably priced food, good service, friendly personnel, helpful attitude for all questions asked, ease of coming and going. many friendly folk also staying here. loved the lounge and good musicians.”
Martin
Germany“great friendly place with a wonderful bar lounge (if you like hostels and meeting other people).”
Beverly
Philippines“I stayed here for 10 nights. I like that it was near any bus stop in Reykjavik. It has a kitchen so you can prep your own meal. It has a bar and restaurants too. I like the wall designs of the Hostel.”- IsabellaUnited States of America“The staff and incredibly helpful, they clean every day, hence, the restrooms remain clean despite the amount of people using them. it was my first time in a dorm with 42 people and I felt safe, and comfortable all the time :) the location and...”
- HensonUnited States of America“Staff was lovely, great price and quality for food and beer, lots of people to meet from all over the world, great location near bus stops and walkable for downtown. Good vibes!”
- JJudithUnited States of America“Everything was great! Hostel was so cool! Food was good, everyone was nice. I didn’t use all the facilities, but everything seemed great & easy.”
- MartinGermany“great place to meet people, have a beer, listen to a great selection of music!”
Dafne
Finland“The location, one step away from the center. The staff was wonderful. Well equipped showers and common areas.”
- How late can I check in?The reception is open 24/24 so no worries if you check-in late at night.Answered on June 21, 2021
- Is there a kitchen to use?hi, yes we have two well-equipped kitchens.Answered on June 21, 2021
- 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 July 21, 2021
- 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 September 21, 2022
- Hello.c do they provide tour packages? ThanksHello. Yes, you can find all our tours and activities on kexhostel . tourdesk .isAnswered on June 21, 2022
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Flatus
Food: Local
Open for: Lunch, Dinner
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
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.
Kex Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
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
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Kex Hostel is 0.7 miles from the center of Reykjavík.
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Kex Hostel by:
- Airport shuttle (public) 45min
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Guests staying at Kex Hostel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.9).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegan
- Buffet
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Kex Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Darts
- Evening entertainment
- Live music/Performance
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Check-in at Kex Hostel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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The prices at Kex Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Kex Hostel has 1 restaurant:
- Flatus
