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KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik

2.0 star property
Bayside hostel with 24-hour front desk and bar/lounge

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Bar (on property)
Exterior
Lobby lounge
Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains
Hallway
In the heart of Reykjavik, Kex Hostel Reykjavík offers a vibrant vibe with concerts and live shows. Connect to in-room WiFi, enjoy international cuisine at Sæmundur í Sparifötunum restaurant or unwind on the garden terrace. With helpful staff and perks like luggage storage and meeting rooms, this hostel near Hallgrimskirkja is a great base for exploration.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Standard Shared 4-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared 16 bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Shared 16 bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Classic Double Room, Private Bathroom

Classic Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, Private Bathroom

Superior Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared 6-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Standard Shared 6-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Shared 8-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom

Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Shared 42-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Shared 42-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 115 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 20 Twin Bunk Beds

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Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom

Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Downtown Reykjavik, a neighbourhood in Reykjavik, KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik is in a shopping district and by the ocean. Hallgrimskirkja and Sun Voyager are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Reykjavik Pond and Oskjuhlid Hill. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Laugardalsvollur or Laugardalsholl. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale watching.
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28 Skúlagata, Reykjavik, Capital Region, 101

What's nearby

  • Laugavegur - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Harpa - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kex Hostel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Microbar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wake and Bake - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog Reykjavík - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Svarta Kaffið - ‬4 min walk

About this property

KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik

Hostel near Reykjavik Harbour
Located close to Laugavegur and Hallgrimskirkja, KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik provides a library, laundry facilities and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket information and multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and books
  • Games, a gift shop and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens with fridges, dishwashers and microwaves
  • Toasters, stovetops and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: ISK 2,700 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • KEX Port

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Library
  • Piano

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the bay

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ISK 2700 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Kex Hostel
Kex Reykjavík
Kex Hostel Reykjavík Reykjavik
Kex Hostel Reykjavík Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Kex Hostel Reykjavík Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Reykjavik

Frequently asked questions

Is KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik?

As of 2 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik on 16 Sept 2025 start from AU$165.52, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik located?

Located in Downtown Reykjavik, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Sun Voyager and Laugavegur. Hallgrimskirkja and Harpa are also within 15 minutes.

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KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 356 out of 688 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 205 out of 688 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 688 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 688 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 688 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here made my stay really lovely from early check in to a smooth check out. I got a private room with shared bathroom both of which were clean and convenient. I would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was really nice people were friendly staff was helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

paulina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Second time staying here. Great funky fun vibe. As Reykjavick has expanded it's a great spot, just a few blocks from one of the main streets for restaurants, shops, and bars. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Royston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds in room with a sea view. Good beer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved that KEX is basically at the heart of Reykjavik
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yohalis Del Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, The hotel is very clean, the staff is very friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved that KEX is at the heart of Reykjavik
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Leonid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, unfortunately construction next door makes it hard to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and amazing rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel, clean, convenient, breakfast option great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Leonardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very fun and friendly! Stayed in the "compact double room" on second floor, and it was very clean and secure, with great view. Only main downside is the construction going on right now, but I still had a lovely experience, and would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely love this place. The staff is helpful, kind and welcoming.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jenai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly, helpful, and patient. The beds were very comfortable and the housekeeping staff was very diligent about cleaning. I stayed in a six bedroom all women and this hostel was very kind to accommodate me sleeping on a bottom bunk. There is construction in the area so it can be noisy, but the location is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maicon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value, friendly staff. Our private room and bathroom was a little small and very simple but price was reasonable given Iceland is very expensive overall.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was great. There was breakfast options great kitchen. Someone was stealing food though.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing! Beautiful views and was able to walk pretty much everywhere! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with easy access to area around. Rooms were clean and loved having lockers. Bathrooms were a bit untidy but nothing to be unexpected when staying in a hostel. Be sure to bring your own towel as they charge for rental of same (1000 Icelandic Kronas). Easy check in/out with 24 hour front desk service. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Uday

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice n cosy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family stayed in a private room. The room was quiet and spacious. We used the communal kitchen, which was great for family breakfasts. The only downside is we misunderstood the parking fees. The parking in front of the hotel charges 24/7, so we were surprised by the parking fees.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dhruv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best hostel I've been to in Iceland. Ok, at least in Rekjavik
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was in a great location - easy to walk places but also find originally. Also a perk - we found free parking outside so didn't have to pay for the whole weekend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Taylor

Really enjoyed our stay at Kex Hostel! Great location in downtown Reykjavík. Everything was very clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025