Kex Hostel
Skúlagata 28, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.2/10! (score from 3157 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Awesome lounge area. Book tours and meet cool people.
United States of AmericaThis 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 private. It was easy walking distance to everything we wanted and it was a beautiful very of the water. The staff was helpful and gave great recommendations. There is a lively bar and outdoor space right below our room but there was no problem with the noise for sleeping. Would absolutely stay here again!
United States of AmericaThe 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.
United States of AmericaDidn’t feel like a 48 bed dorm room, friendly people.
CanadaStaff 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.
United States of AmericaThe 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.
IsraelClean and nice staff. Fun style and people for all personalities.
IcelandThis 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.
Czech RepublicI 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.
United States of AmericaEvery traveler should experience the comradeship of a hostel like this. kitchens, but also a bistro!.
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Daniel
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Paula
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Daniel
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Alexandra
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Lenka
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Flo
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Galipeau
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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
See what guests loved the most:
- Benjamin
United States of America
“Awesome lounge area. Book tours and meet cool people.” - Allison
United 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...”
AlexyssUnited 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
Canada
“Didn’t feel like a 48 bed dorm room, friendly people.”
PaulaUnited 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.”
DanielIsrael
“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
Iceland
“Clean and nice staff. Fun style and people for all personalities.”
LenkaCzech 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.”
FloUnited 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 America
“Every traveler should experience the comradeship of a hostel like this. kitchens, but also a bistro!.”
- 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? ThanksHello. Yes, you can find all our tours and activities on kexhostel . tourdesk .isAnswered 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? ThanksPrivate 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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- Flatus
- CuisineLocal
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- Toilet paper
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Toilet
- Shower
- Linens
- Terrace
- Garden
- Shared kitchen
- Socket near the bed
- Live music/Performance
- Evening entertainment
- Darts
- Sitting area
- Desk
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Lockers
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Invoice provided
- Board games/Puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Safe
- Convenience store on site
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
- English
- Icelandic
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.
Cash is not accepted
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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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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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
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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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Kex Hostel has 1 restaurant:
- Flatus
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Kex Hostel is 0.7 miles from the center of Reykjavík.
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Kex Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Darts
- Evening entertainment
- Live music/Performance