Name: Kex Hostel
Address: Skúlagata 28, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland, Skúlagata 28, Reykjavik Greater Region, 101, Iceland
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $54 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.1

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Kex Hostel

Airport Shuttle. Airport shuttle available at an additional charge. You can request this in the next step.

Skúlagata 28, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland –

*8.7* Laugavegur Shopping Street: only 6 minutes away! (1,450 feet by foot)

*8.4* Solfar Sun Voyager: only 4 minutes away! (950 feet by foot)

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I loved the funky, unique feel. The location was perfect for exploring the town.

Tangogirl123, United States of America

Cool interior design, American old casino and amusement park theme? Wide selection of craft beers. Staffs are helpful.

Caballita, Japan

Most of all the location and the comfortable beds. The hotel was extremely clean.

Lisa, Australia

Funky backpackers with a cool vibe. Good restaurant and an excellent choice of micro-brewery beers. The restaurant is open to the public and they had a jazz band playing one of the nights I was there. The rooms are ok and beds are comfortable. I was so tired when I got in I slept thru the explosions... yes explosions (construction next door). Showers are good. Super friendly staff and guests, so easy to make contacts for your trip. Each bed has it's own locker in the room. You can get towels and padlocks from reception. They arranged an airport shuttle drop-off and it was cheaper than buying it at the airport.

Maya, Australia

The vibe of the restaurant and common area was amazing! Cool decorations. Got to see the Northern Lights from the patio.

Thalia, United States of America

Open space facilitates social interactions. The fact that it was a bar. Complimentary beer tickets.

Cristine, Canada

Kitchen was ok - nice for connection with other travelers, moderately good with pots/pans that were in good shape. Frig was good. Bed & room comfy. Great location. Nice secure separation between public restaurant/bar/reception & paid guest space. Easy storage of luggage both before check in and after. Bar was good for connecting with locals who came for lunch/happy hour/dinner.

Dylan, United States of America

The bed was pretty comfortable. The kitchen area was nice to have.

Zachary, United States of America

Clean and comfortable spaces. A perfect pit stop for people traveling alone willing to meet other travelers coming from all over the world.

Andrea, Italy

Comfy bed, clean linen, quirky social spaces, great breakfast, shuttle arrangements, individual floor key card security.

Corinne, Australia

9.0

Excellent location!

What guests loved the most:
“I loved the funky, unique feel. The location was perfect for exploring the town.”

Tangogirl123 United States of America
“Cool interior design, American old casino and amusement park theme? Wide selection of craft beers. Staffs are helpful.”

Caballita Japan
“Most of all the location and the comfortable beds. The hotel was extremely clean.”

Lisa Australia
“Funky backpackers with a cool vibe. Good restaurant and an excellent choice of micro-brewery beers. The restaurant is open to the public and they had a jazz band playing one of the nights I was there....”

Maya Australia
“The vibe of the restaurant and common area was amazing! Cool decorations. Got to see the Northern Lights from the patio.”

Thalia United States of America
“Open space facilitates social interactions. The fact that it was a bar. Complimentary beer tickets.”

Cristine Canada
“Kitchen was ok - nice for connection with other travelers, moderately good with pots/pans that were in good shape. Frig was good. Bed & room comfy. Great location. ”

Dylan United States of America
“The bed was pretty comfortable. The kitchen area was nice to have.”

Zachary United States of America
“Clean and comfortable spaces. A perfect pit stop for people traveling alone willing to meet other travelers coming from all over the world.”

Andrea Italy
“Comfy bed, clean linen, quirky social spaces, great breakfast, shuttle arrangements, individual floor key card security.”

Corinne Australia

Stay in the Heart of Reykjavík – Excellent location – show map

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 Sæmundur í Sparifötunum Restaurant. Drinks can be enjoyed at the on-site Drinx Bar.

Leisure options include a communal lounge and a heated outdoor terrace. Hostel Kex offers free luggage storage. Bicycles can be rented on site.

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 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.0 for two-person stays.

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Located in the real heart of Reykjavík, this property has an excellent location score of 9!

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Area Info – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

Solfar Sun Voyager
0.2 miles
Laugavegur Shopping Street
0.3 miles
Hallgrímskirkja Church
0.3 miles
The Offices of the Cabinet of Iceland
0.5 miles
Reykjavik Art Museum: Kjarvalsstadir
0.5 miles
The Parliament House
0.6 miles
Reykjavík City Hall
0.7 miles
Hljomskalagardurinn
0.7 miles
Reykjavik Old Harbour
0.8 miles
National Museum of Iceland
0.9 miles

Closest Airports

Reykjavík Airport
1.2 miles
Keflavik Airport
23.6 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Great location, stunning view from my room and the front steps. Great hipster style bar/restaurant in the lobby, really good food means this should not be overlooked as an option for dinner or drinks. Clean showers, strong water pressure and ample HOT water. I like a very hot shower, I was not disappointed. Every tour/ excursion picked me up in front of the hostel so the location was great. Friends that rented cars where able to easily find parking.”

Laura

United States of America

“The hostel is super well decorated. The staff is really friendly and very helpful. The location is super convenient for getting downtown and when booking tours. The restaurant downstairs is a must! The food is great for both breakfast and dinner. The beds were surprisingly comfortable for a hostel and the rooms are a decent size. I also met a ton of great people staying in the hostel. It's a great place when traveling alone (and with friends!). This is a great option when staying in Reykjavik!”

Erin

United States of America

“Great location and great hostel bar. As good as it gets in Reykjavic I would assume.”

Philip

United Kingdom

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Food: Local

Open for: Lunch, Dinner

Menu: À la carte

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Until 10:00 AM

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Children and Extra Beds

Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

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Pets are not allowed.

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Please let Kex Hostel know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking or contact the property.

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Reviewed: September 25, 2018

Tangogirl123
United States of America
9.2

“If we travel there again, we will stay in the hostel again.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
눉The bar staff wasn't friendly to us.
눇I loved the funky, unique feel. The location was perfect for exploring the town.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 24, 2018

Caballita
Japan
6.7

“Cool interior but a littke bit inconvenient”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Bathroom and kitchen are not frequently cleaned as needed. No electric outlets for phone charging nor light per bed. Entrance door is tiny and facing the sea so it was difficult to pudh open as the wind is always do strong there.
눇Cool interior design, American old casino and amusement park theme? Wide selection of craft beers. Staffs are helpful.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 24, 2018

Lisa
Australia

2 helpful votes
9.2

“Great location in walking distance to everything”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉They messed up my booking for the bus to the airport after I asked them to correct it a few times. I was left panicking about getting my flight on time. No one likes to panic. Though the airport is small I like to be there the two hours before to be safe, This really ruined my experience of the kex hotel. Catching a flight is no joke so I don’t recommend them booking airport transfers. I suggest you do that yourself if you stay at kex hotel.
눇Most of all the location and the comfortable beds. The hotel was extremely clean.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 24, 2018

Maya
Australia

1 helpful vote
8.3

“Cool funky hostel in downton Reykjavik”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
눉I've never, ever paid $60+ dollars for a dorm bed (that's just Iceland not the hostels fault). The kitchen is tiny with just one stove for about 15 dorm rooms. No early check-in. The luggage storage is way to small for a hostel of this size. The construction next door will be going on for a long time into the future (starts at 8 finishes at 5).
눇Funky backpackers with a cool vibe. Good restaurant and an excellent choice of micro-brewery beers. The restaurant is open to the public and they had a jazz band playing one of the nights I was there. The rooms are ok and beds are comfortable. I was so tired when I got in I slept thru the explosions... yes explosions (construction next door). Showers are good. Super friendly staff and guests, so easy to make contacts for your trip. Each bed has it's own locker in the room. You can get towels and padlocks from reception. They arranged an airport shuttle drop-off and it was cheaper than buying it at the airport.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 24, 2018

Anonymous
Czech Republic
8.8

“Great location, friendly staff.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉It has been mentioned within my check-in, that towels are included, placed on the bed, but I haven't got one.
눇I spent just one night there, but I liked the blanket size and quality. It was a great sleep.

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: September 24, 2018

Jose
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Pillows were too soft, I endsed up sleeping poorly and with mild neck pain.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 23, 2018

Thalia
United States of America
8.3

“Cool hostel with great location and great vibe. Even got to see the Northern Lights from the patio!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉The bathrooms and kitchen were dirty at times.
눇The vibe of the restaurant and common area was amazing! Cool decorations. Got to see the Northern Lights from the patio.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 23, 2018

Julian
Austria
5.8

“There are cozier hostels in Reykjavík”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉The hostel wasn't very cozy - it was rather big, dark and the common rooms were mostly cold. The hallways, kitchen and bathrooms were not well lit and the whole building and interior seemed a bit worn-out. The toilets and showers were not clean at all. And also there was a massive construction site next to the hostel no one told us about in advance. We still paid the whole price even though they started blowing things up next to our window at 8am.
눇The location was good.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 23, 2018

Cristine
Canada
7.1

“Eases social interactions, creates presence of good company”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Bathrooms often dirty.
눇Open space facilitates social interactions. The fact that it was a bar. Complimentary beer tickets.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 23, 2018

Dylan
United States of America
7.1

“Great place to stay. I'd stay again!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
눉Few gluten free options at breakfast & general menu
눇Kitchen was ok - nice for connection with other travelers, moderately good with pots/pans that were in good shape. Frig was good. Bed & room comfy. Great location. Nice secure separation between public restaurant/bar/reception & paid guest space. Easy storage of luggage both before check in and after. Bar was good for connecting with locals who came for lunch/happy hour/dinner.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 21, 2018

Alfonso
France
8.3

“Good if you are staying in Reykjaik”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Nothing to eat after 22.00 and bar closed too early
눇Ambience, clean room, location

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 20, 2018

Zachary
United States of America
4.6

Disappointing
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉The bathrooms could use improvement. The staff weren’t very friendly. Between room mates, the bar area, construction, and several heavy doors - it is very loud and difficult to get a good night rest.
눇The bed was pretty comfortable. The kitchen area was nice to have.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 20, 2018

Andrea
Italy
8.3

“Very comfortable and charming hostel. Perfect for solo travelers!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇Clean and comfortable spaces. A perfect pit stop for people traveling alone willing to meet other travelers coming from all over the world.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 19, 2018

Hendrik
Germany
5.0

“There are better hostels close to the city centre.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
눉Kitchen and toilets were pretty dirty.
눇bar / restaurant inside the hostel.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 17, 2018

Corinne
Australia
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Inconsiderate room mates at 2.30am turning the light on & clattering about for ages.
눇Comfy bed, clean linen, quirky social spaces, great breakfast, shuttle arrangements, individual floor key card security.

Stayed in September 2018

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	Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Room Size 172 ft² This dormitory room has a seating area, wardrobe and access to shared bathroom facilities. Room Facilities: • Shared bathroom • Sitting area • Shared toilet • Wardrobe/Closet • Towels • Linens Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content Room Size 140 ft² This bed in dormitory has a seating area. Room Facilities: • Sitting area • Wardrobe/Closet • Towels • Linens Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom 2 twin beds or 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Room Size 140 ft² This room has a seating area, wardrobe and access to shared bathroom facilities. Room Facilities: • Shared bathroom • Sitting area • Shared toilet • Wardrobe/Closet • Towels • Linens Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Double Room with Bathroom 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Room Size 258 ft² Features a seating area, flat-screen TV with DVD player and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Room Facilities: • Hairdryer • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • Bathroom • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Wardrobe/Closet • Ocean view • Towels • Linens Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Single Room with Bathroom 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Room Size 151 ft² Features a seating area, flat-screen TV with DVD player and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Room Facilities: • Hairdryer • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • Bathroom • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Wardrobe/Closet • City view • Towels • Linens Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

Kex Hostel

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