KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik

2.0 star property
Bayfront hostel with bar/lounge, near Reykjavik Harbour

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik

Bar (on property)
Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Lobby lounge
Exterior
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
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Library
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (4)

  • Stovetop
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
$89 nightly
The total price is $106
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 14 of 14 rooms

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

Highlights

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

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
  • 667 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Classic Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

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

Superior Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

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

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

Shared 8-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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
  • 1238 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 20 Twin Bunk Beds

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

Similar properties

Mod logo
Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. More rewards for more adventures!

About the neighborhood

Map
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 Domestic Airport (RKV) - 9 min drive
  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 43 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

KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Laugavegur and Hallgrimskirkja. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available daily. Also, Reykjavik Harbour and Harpa are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 43 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
DONE

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
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Library
  • Piano
  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Dishwasher

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Cleaning supplies

Special features

Dining

KEX Port - Onsite bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ISK 2700 per person

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

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

Does KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik.

What are the check-in and check-out times at KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What's the area around KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik like?

KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik is in Downtown Reykjavik, a short 18-minute walk from Reykjavik Harbour and 4 minutes' walk from Laugavegur. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.