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KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik

2.0 star property

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Bar (on property)
Family Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom
Bar (on property)
Lobby sitting area
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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28 Skúlagata, Reykjavik, Capital Region, 101
  • Place, Laugavegur
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hallgrimskirkja
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Harpa
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, individually decorated

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Shared 4-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Blackout curtains, free WiFi, individually decorated

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, individually decorated

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, individually decorated

Shared 8-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, individually decorated

Shared 6-bed, Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Shared 16 bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Shared 16 bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 62 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
(27 reviews)
  • 115 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom

Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Double Room, Private Bathroom

Classic Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room, Private Bathroom

Superior Room, Private Bathroom

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom

Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, individually decorated

Room

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, individually decorated

Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, individually decorated

Room

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik

A bar/lounge, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik offers 43 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and blackout drapes/curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Reykjavik hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Housekeeping is offered on request and hair dryers can be requested.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Laugavegur. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a bar and breakfast (surcharge).
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Laugavegur and 9 minutes by foot from Hallgrimskirkja
As a guest of KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik, you'll find a library, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities.

This Reykjavik hostel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
KEX Port - Onsite bar. Open daily.

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 on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the bay

Accessibility

  • Lift

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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ISK 2700 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • 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

KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 469 out of 884 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 884 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 884 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 884 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 884 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel close to ocean and city attractions
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! The private family size room is huge and the beds are comfortable. Very easy walk to the restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thalisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stylish space, great amenities, the after checkout luggage storage was extremely useful!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, comfortable bedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, bus station is across town not too long walking. Stayed one night during a layover Will return
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was lovely and rooms were clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For a hostel it is very good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catalina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly people and comfy bed!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Guilherme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if you're visiting Reykjavik. They also have nice spaces to get work done online.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brayden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay right in the heart of the city!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a very good experience and i would highly recommend any travellar to stay here
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel has character. I pretty much enjoyed my time and stay in KEC Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Saul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Room was warm & cozy. It’s a good location. I walked everywhere. Breakfast was fresh & tasty I would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. The room was clean. The atmosphere and location were perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff gave helpful advice and it was a great central location from which to explore the city and give our kids their first hostel experience!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hostel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hannah Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the staff loved the hostel it was super clean and staff was always friendly and helpful :)
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ahmet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great location, good value for money
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Emma

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff are kind, but the rooms/kitchen/common areas are pretty run down. A huge range of travellers staying there, unfortunately someone in our 6 bed bunk peed in the corner… Good location though!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is very small
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hongxia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like museum! Great location! Comfortable bed. Great views ! Great price !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

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

Awesome Stay!

Always love staying here :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms and lockers big, and warm. Kitchens were good. Showers enough for each floor. Staff so friendly Great stay overall
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room set up. Enjoyed the stay & view the room had to offer. 5star establishment
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Wonderful Stay

Loved our visit. Pub style bar comfortable sitting easy to visit with travelers
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025