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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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Bar (on property)
Lobby lounge
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished
Exterior
Hallway

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry

Room options

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Basic Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Basic Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

Highlights

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

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Shared 16 bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Shared 16 bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
  • 667 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Superior Room, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Shared 8-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Shared 8-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

View all photos for Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Shared 42-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Shared 42-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Shared 42-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
  • 1238 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 20 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Family Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

View all photos for Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

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

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
28 Skúlagata, Reykjavik, Capital Region, 101

What's nearby

  • Laugavegur - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Harpa - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Svarta Kaffið - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Microbar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Skál! - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog Reykjavík - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Aktu Taktu - ‬1 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), books, and multilingual staff
  • Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A gift shop, smoke-free premises, and games
  • 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

Languages

English, Icelandic

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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

  • Bedsheets provided
  • 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

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 Jul 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik on Jul 15, 2025 start from $95.49, 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 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?

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. Hallgrimskirkja and Harpa are also within 15 minutes.

KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 317 out of 621 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 621 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 621 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 621 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 621 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Maicon

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

8/10 Good

Jacob

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the bar here and nice, unique rooms. A little industrial though and construction nearby at least when I was there
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and close to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zamar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Kex Hostel was great! The staff were friendly and really helpful, which made the experience even better. The location is perfect — close to everything you need in Reykjavík. One of the best parts was the social atmosphere; it’s a fantastic place to meet new people from all over the world. I’d definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a fun and welcoming place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a fantastic stay! The 48 person dorm room wasn't bad since it was divided into 4 separate sections. The other night I stayed in the 6 person dorm that had a curtain. Both beds were super comfy. The check in guy with the rain cloud sweater was super friendly!!! It was a short walk from BSI bus terminal, the waterfront, and downtown! I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location! Our private room was comfortable and stylish. There was some mildew in the shower, but the bathroom was clean overall.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, construction nearby prevented on site parking but there was close by public parking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eden-Lise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hostel! The staff here are friendly and amazing. Location is great.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice staff, easy to get to
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first ever hostel stay, and I fear that Kex set my expectations way too high. The place was beautifully decorated, and was very clean. The staff was super friendly and upgraded us to a nicer room for free! The place was also super close to a bunch of great restaurants, coffee shops, and is right next to the water.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yoke Pheng

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is very good 👍, clean n quiet. 👍👍👍 Is the guests who stay, no consideration.They stole my eggs on my 2nd night when I wanted to cook. Then the next morning, I hang my towel to dry, it disappeared .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hospitable, friendly, despite some construction noise coming elsewhere
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Luisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The doors bang all night long, the building is concrete so you can hear it everywhere. The washrooms are dirty and wet all the time there was never soap or paper towels even when they were just cleaned. I expected a bit more for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

YONG

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is not a hotel. No soap, no bathroom, no toilet in the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is in a nice location with great view, fun decor, very walkable area despite the construction happening currently, and the facilities were kept clean and in good condition. Beyond the cleanliness and convenience, the staff were really kind and went out of their way to help out. Especially appreciated free luggage storage for a bit after check out while waiting for transport to airport, and the loan of a few travel essentials I'd forgotten.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dannielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very clean, and super friendly and helpful staff! Quite old so the room was hot and humid due to poor ventilation. All in all great choice for budget travelers!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

henry

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

Close to the ocean.

Nice hostel. Well located. Easy access to restaurants and attractions. But they charge almost $9 US for a towel which I think is ridiculous. Other than that everything is okay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

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

Good value and well located

I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Ian

Disliked: Cleanliness
It was quite dirty, ended up walking barefoot for less than 5 mins and my feet were black. The walls were also paper thin, we could hear people cooking down the hall. Staff was nice and the price point reflects the conditions I suppose, but I would stay elsewhere next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fatima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great people and overall good place to stay in the city!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024