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KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik

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

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Kex Hostel Reykjavík, near Hallgrimskirkja, hosts concerts and live shows. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, global dishes at Sæmundur í Sparifötunum, and a garden terrace. Attentive staff, luggage storage, and meeting facilities available.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
The current price is ￥11,964
￥14,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10

Room options

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Shared 8-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Shared 16 bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Shared 16 bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Shared 42-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Shared 42-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Classic Double Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Classic Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Superior Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Superior Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
101, Capital Region, Reykjavik, 28 Skúlagata

What's nearby

  • Laugavegur - 1 min walk - 0.1 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 Domestic Airport (RKV) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Microbar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kex Hostel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Svarta Kaffið - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gamla / Old Iceland - ‬4 min walk

About this property

KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik

Hostel near Reykjavik Harbour
Located close to Laugavegur, 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), smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff
  • A 24-hour front desk, books, and games
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a gift shop, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens with refrigerators, dishwashers, and microwaves
  • Toasters, stovetops, and heating

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The price is ￥12,337
￥14,679 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite 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 elevator

More

  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: 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 elevators
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 Dec 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik on Dec 9, 2025 start from ￥11,964, excluding 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?

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?

Check-out 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. Reykjavik Harbour is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

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Reviews

KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 396 out of 766 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 766 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 766 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 766 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 766 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lilly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fairly quiet, clean. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Alma Daniela

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It was good, I recommend it for just a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Pai-Mou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is really good for choices
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nazia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, clean and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Varman Gnanachandran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bathrooms are sometimes a little messy, but you get what you pay for. The reception desk was helpful and I had no issues staying here. It is a solid place to stay and conveniently located.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is always clean and with a great location close to the bsi and downtown, I’d recommend it for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Odette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located. Room was a little old, but clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Liam

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Awful
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shunmugapriya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at this hostel in Iceland for 4 nights, and it turned out to be the perfect base for my trip. The location was super convenient—close enough to the main attractions and tours, yet quiet enough to get a good night’s rest after long days of exploring. The staff were welcoming and always ready to help with tips about local transport, food spots, and hidden gems.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Stay

The room was very clean, the bed comfortable, the location was really good and the people were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naresh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Good amenities and close to bus stops. Good restaurant options nearby, and a nice view of the sea. Someone checked in really late (just after midnight), blaring music and talking loudly and waking everyone up, but that was likely an isolated incident.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great private room and the Hostel experience is amazing. Nice pub to hang out in at the end of the day.
Stayed 1 night 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

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

Nicol

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

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

6/10 Okay

Arslan

Liked: Staff & service
Overall, it is alright for a hostel. The front-end staff was friendly and helpful. Cannot beat the location of this hostel.
Stayed 5 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

Andrea

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

8/10 Good

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walking distance to popular shopping area. Very clean. Simple breakfast available. Staff were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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